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Photo by Bob Pennell South Medford's Jeremy Boyd (20) eludes Klamath Union's C.J. Coker during a productive run in the Panthers' victory. South records first win, 41-13 First-year South Medford High football coach Bill Singler told his players all week in practice that to win Friday night's game against Klamath Union, they had to dominate play in the offensive and defensive lines. The Panthers did just that, and the result was a resounding 41-13 victory. "We had a great week of practice and I had a feeling the kids up front would get the job done," said a jubilant Singler, who registered his first victory as the South coach following six defeats. With tight end Paul Kralic leading the way as a blocker, the Panthers amassed a season-high 336 yards rushing and 401 yards in total offense. And their 41 points easily surpassed the 29 they had scored in their first six games combined. Senior Luke Schoneberger had a big night with 179 yards rushing on 15 carries, five extra-point kicks and a solid performance on defense at inside linebacker. Sophomore tailback Jeremy Boyd chipped in 90 yards on 15 carries and two touchdowns, and sophomore quarterback John McKay was steady throughout. McKay completed 6 of 8 passes for 65 yards and called a couple of audibles that turned into big gains for Schoneberger. "We're getting these kids to play at the highest level they possibly can and that's all you can ask as a coaching staff," Singler said. "We don't have a wealth of talent -- everyone knows that -- but the seniors were emotionally charged for this game. They were not going to be denied." South Medford also played well on special teams, blocking a punt that set up its first touchdown and often leaving the Pelicans in poor field position on kickoffs. Klamath Union's Danny King, the leading rusher in the SOC, managed 137 yards on 26 carries, but a fair portion of them came in the fourth period after the outcome had been decided. King scored both of the Pelicans' touchdowns on runs of 10 and 7 yards. Singler praised not only Schoneberger but also tackle David Jennings and safety Jeremy Parkerson for their efforts on defense. "We knew we had to contain him (King) to win and for the most part, we did that," Singler said. "Jennings really played well up front. He made some key plays." The Panthers travel to Ashland next week to play the No. 5-ranked Grizzlies, then close the season with a non-league matchup against Mountain View of Bend. "It's not going to be easy going over there (Ashland) and playing, but our kids are flying high right now," Singler said. "We've got some smiles on our faces." Today's Sports Index Mail Tribune Copyright� interRogue & The Mail Tribune 1998, Medford,