Northglenn had to endure a ten-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They claimed a resounding 45-6 win over the Thornton Trojans at home. The Norsemen's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Josiah'Ez Stevenson was his usual excellent self, rushing for 170 yards and four touchdowns on only 11 carries. He really tore up the turf during one magnificent 86-yard run. The team also got some help courtesy of Teegan Boysen, who threw for 162 yards and a touchdown.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Northglenn was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 262 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in August of 2023.
Thornton's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Edward Jimenez, who rushed for 57 yards and a touchdown on only five carries.
Northglenn's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Thornton, they are on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Northglenn will host Denver North at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Thornton, they will head out on the road to take on Riverdale Ridge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Riverdale Ridge will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Thornton surely won't give up without a fight.
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