Flag Football Recap: Gateway Takes a Loss

Saturday just wasn't the day for Gateway's offense. They were outmatched by the Northglenn Norsemen and fell 49-0. The Olympians lost against the Norsemen in their previous head to head back in October of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 1-0 score last time.

Kaitlyn Fujinami continued her habit of posting crazy stat lines for Northglenn, rushing for 86 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only nine carries, while also throwing for 145 yards and three TDs. What's more, Fujinami posted two rushing touchdowns, the most she's had since back in August. Another player making a difference was Vanessa Rodriguez, who picked up 59 receiving yards and a pair of scores.

Gateway's defeat dropped their record down to 0-11. As for Northglenn, they are on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last nine matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-4 record this season.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Gateway will venture away from home to square off against Horizon at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. The Hawks' defense has only allowed 12.5 points per game this season, so the Olympians' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Northglenn, they will face off against Aurora Central at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Norsemen are facing the Trojans at the right time seeing as the Trojans are stuck on a six-game losing streak.