Younger Jones Shining in High School Football Game After Older Brother's Death

A moment of silence was held at the McNary-Sprague game Thursday night to honor fallen Salem, and 2003 Sprague graduate Lance Cpl. Derek W. Jones, who died Oct. 8th from wounds received while fighting in Iraq. Jones' brother, Chad is a starting outside linebacker and running back for the Olympians.

Photo: Sprague High School

(SALEM) - Chad Jones practiced all week with a heavy heart after losing his older brother Derek, a Lance Cpl in the U.S. Marine Corps, from wounds received while conducting combat operations against enemy forces in Al Anbar province, Iraq October 8th.

Before the game, fans and players from both Sprague and McNary paid tribute to Jones with a moment of silence.

Both teams carried an American Flag onto the field to honor Oregon and U.S. troops who have died or are currently serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Jones, a senior, carried the flag for the Olympians.

In the first quarter Jones threw a 34-yard half-back pass that was complete to the 2-yard line.

Then Sprague head coach Robin Hill called Jones number and he scored on a 2-yard run to give Sprague a 14-0 lead.

Jones rushed for another touchdown late in the second quarter to give Sprague a 28-0 lead.

Hill said Jones is a true fighter, and all of us are behind him and his family.

Jones uncle Kary Hadden, is the Sprague varsity wrestling coach, and assistant varsity football coach.

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