On FridayNewcomb's undefeated season almost came to an end. They had just enough and edged the Tohatchi Cougars out 8-6. While the Skyhawks didn't have the best season last year (they finished 4-6), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
Newcomb wouldn't let Tohatchi keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Newcomb can thank Ryden Nelson and Lyn Becenti for forcing both of them. Nelson also set a new season high mark in total tackles with four.
Newcomb's victory bumped their record up to 4-0. As for Tohatchi, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Newcomb will take on Loving at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Newcomb's defense has only allowed 11 points per game this season, so Loving's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Tohatchi, they are on the road again on Friday to play Gallup at 7:00 p.m. Tohatchi is facing Gallup at the right time seeing as Gallup is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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