Gladwin gets U.P. for football playoffs

Gladwin’s Ike Wheeler breaks a tackle and heads into the clear after catching a pass during Friday night’s loss at Frankenmuth.
Gladwin’s Ike Wheeler breaks a tackle and heads into the clear after catching a pass during Friday night’s loss at Frankenmuth.

FRANKENMUTH

The Road to Ford Field isn’t exactly going to be a straight shot south for the Gladwin football team.

The Flying G’s will begin their journey into the Division 5 state playoffs Saturday afternoon with a road trip into the depths of the Upper Peninsula to take on perennial Yooper power Kingston.

The Flivvers are the top seed in Region 1 District 1 with a perfect 9-0 record and will host th…