Northwest Area can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Saturday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the New Hope-Solebury Lions 17-14. The Rangers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Among those leading the charge was Jace Mccoy, who threw for 193 yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 62 yards. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in rushing yards. 92 of those passing yards were hauled in by Rj Moyer.
Northwest Area wouldn't let New Hope-Solebury keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Northwest Area can thank Robby Voyton and Ben Bonham for forcing both of them.
Northwest Area's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for New Hope-Solebury, they are on a six-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Northwest Area will square off against Sayre at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Considering Sayre has lost three straight at home and Northwest Area four straight on the road (dating back to last season), this one might come down to who's more desperate to change their momentum. As for New Hope-Solebury, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Renaissance Academy at 7:00 p.m. on October 4th.
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