HAVRE — Spencer Lehnerz returned two interceptions for touchdowns Saturday and MSU-Northern won its first game of the season with a 23-7 victory over Eastern Oregon at Tilleman Field.

Lehnerz, who played high school football for Power-Dutton-Brady, had interception returns of 15 and 25 yards in the third quarter, helping the Lights build a 20-7 lead. The senior defensive back also led the team with nine total tackles, including three for loss and a quarterback sack.

The Lights' defense limited EOU to just 37 rushing yards. The Mountaineers' only points came on a 24-yard touchdown pass from Damian Aalona to Nathan Wachs late in the second quarter.

Quarterback Kendall O'Neill scored on a 1-yard run to give Northern a 7-0 lead in the first quarter. He finished with 107 passing yards. Roman

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