Football Recap: Dynamic Duo of Ethan Maldonado and Nate Coulanges Lead Monroe-Woodbury to Victory

By Team Reports Sep 28, 2024, 11:48am

Football Recap: Monroe-Woodbury Crusaders vs. Newburgh Free Academy Goldbacks

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Monroe-Woodbury hadn't done well against Newburgh Free Academy recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Monroe-Woodbury Crusaders strolled past the Newburgh Free Academy Goldbacks with points to spare, taking the game 28-14. The Crusaders' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

Monroe-Woodbury was led to victory by Nate Coulanges and Ethan Maldonado. Coulanges rushed for 163 yards and a touchdown while picking up 7.8 yards per carry, while Maldonado threw for 106 yards and two touchdowns. Coulanges really tore up the turf during one magnificent 71-yard run.

The victory for Monroe-Woodbury keeps them at an undefeated 4-0. As for Newburgh Free Academy, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 2-2.

Monroe-Woodbury will host Pine Bush at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. Monroe-Woodbury's defense has only allowed 9.2 points per game this season, so Pine Bush's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Newburgh Free Academy, they will head out on the road to take on Valley Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Newburgh Free Academy is looking to tack on another W to their six-game streak on the road dating back to last season.

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