The Sarnia Imperials took a beating last night at Norm Perry Park after taking a 72 - 6 loss against the Western Division leaders (5-1)Sault Ste Marie Steelers in NFC Football league action.  The Steelers led 44 - 0 at the half. Steelers Rusher Josh Gauthier was unstoppable as he ran a total of 309 yards and scored six touchdowns.

The Imperials were held off the scoreboard until the third quarter after Ricky Gorton threw a 58 yard touchdown pass to Kevin McMillan.. The Imperials were unable to score on the two point conversion attempt.

The Imperials are in third place in the Western Division (2-3).  On Saturday July 13th at Norm Perry Park the Imperials will host Durham (3-2) from the East Division.  Kick off is set for 7:00 pm.