If Newberg was riding high fresh off their 50-12 takedown of Canby last Friday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Tigers fell just short of Nelson by a score of 17-14 on Friday. The Tigers lost against Nelson in their previous head to head back in September of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 39-15 score last time.
Newberg didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Lucas Vaughn.
Newberg's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Nelson, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Newberg will square off against Lake Oswego at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Nelson, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Mountainside at 7:00 p.m.
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