SELINSGROVE — All Grove City wanted Saturday was to give itself a chance in an NCAA Division III first-round football playoff game against Susquehanna.
The Wolverines got an opportunity — all they needed to do was drive 68 yards in 1:49 to overcome a six-point deficit.
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