There's no place like home for Newport, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Milton Hershey Spartans on Friday, sneaking past 20-18. The victory was some much needed relief for the Buffaloes as it spelled an end to their five-game losing streak.
Despite the loss, Milton Hershey saw an underclassman step up: Logan Jerry rushed for 121 yards and three touchdowns on only nine carries.
Newport's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-5. As for Milton Hershey, their defeat was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Newport will face off against Juniata at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Juniata's defense has only allowed 10.3 points per game this season, so Newport's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Milton Hershey, they will take on Greencastle-Antrim at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Milton Hershey is facing Greencastle-Antrim at the right time seeing as Greencastle-Antrim is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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