Northwestern had to endure a six-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They strolled past the Eisenhower Knights with points to spare on Friday, taking the game 32-14. Northwestern's victory was all the more impressive since the Knights were averaging only 15 points allowed on the season.
Northwestern got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Braden Swift out in front who threw for 151 yards and a touchdown on only 13 passes, and also rushed for 46 yards. The dominant performance gave Swift a new career-high in rushing yards. Reese Gonzales was Swift's top target, picking up 130 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Northwestern wouldn't let Eisenhower keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Northwestern can thank Connor Kranz and Jack Williams for forcing both of them.
Northwestern's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Eisenhower, their loss dropped their record down to 2-2.
Northwestern is taking a road trip to square off against Conneaut Area at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Eisenhower, they will get a bit of extra time to process the defeat as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Union City at 7:00 p.m. on September 27th. Eisenhower's defense has only allowed 15 points per game this season, so Union City's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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