The game was dominated by defense, led by Broncos’ defensive end and former Renville County West player Nate Hoberg’s 12 tackles, seven sacks and a fumble recovery on the Monarchs’ 8-yard line.

“(Hoberg) was a major reason why we won the game,” Peppin said.

Dalton Clouse opened the scoring in the first quarter, giving the Broncos a 6-0 lead on an 11-yard run.

“(Clouse) really set the tone for the Broncos on offense,” Peppin said. “He brings a very powerful running style to our team.”

Clouse led the Broncos with 77 yards on the ground, and Tre Scott caught two passes for 31 yards.

Jarret McAllister made 10 tackles, Rene Vallejo eight and Blake Williams six for the Broncos.

The Broncos next play 7 p.m. Saturday against the Mankato Brawlers at Madelia High School.

West Central Broncos 12, Midwest Monarchs 6

WC 6 0 0 0 6 — 12
Midwest 0 6 0 0 0 — 6

W – Dalton Clouse 11 run (kick failed)
M – Donzell Howard pass from Brandon King (2-point conversion failed)
W – Steve Peppin run

West Central

Rushing: Dalton Clouse 10-77, Steve Peppin 4-21, Vincent Anderson 4-19, Cameron Halverson 4-18
Passing: Peppin 5-10-67-1
Receiving: Tre Scott 2-31, Halverson 2-19, Cameo King 1-17
Punting: n/a
Interceptions: Eric Johnson 1
Fumble recoveries: Nate Hoberg 1
Tackles (solo-assist): Hoberg 12, Jarret McAllister 10, Rene Vallejo 8, Blake Williams 6, Mickell Maloyd 5, Johnson 3, Alfred Richards 3, Chad Ridener 3, Dale Peppin 2, Cam Young 2, Scott 1
QB sacks: Hoberg 7, Johnson 1