While Christian Brothers's win against Bella Vista wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. In a tight matchup that could have gone either way, the Falcons made off with a 50-49 victory over the Broncos. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Falcons have posted since September 20, 2024.
Gunnar Marsh
| 10/17/25 @ Bella Vista | 3 |
| 10/10/25 vs Ponderosa | 1 |
| 10/03/25 vs Woodcreek | 1 |
| 09/26/25 @ Vista del Lago | 2 |
| 09/19/25 @ Inderkum | 1 |
| + 3 more games |
Leading Christian Brothers to victory were Jay Cummings and Gunnar Marsh. Cummings rushed for 175 yards and a pair of TDs while picking up 10.3 yards per carry, while Marsh picked up 163 receiving yards and three scores. That's the most receiving touchdowns Marsh has posted since back in August. Deakon Holden helped out on the ground, rushing for 90 yards.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Christian Brothers was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 268 rushing yards. That's a new trend for them: they were averaging 51.2 rushing yards per game earlier this season, but in their last five contests they've averaged 192.7.
When it comes to explaining why Bella Vista lost on Friday, don't look at Dvaughn Norwood. Despite the final result, he rushed for 318 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 9.9 yards per carry. Norwood was no stranger to the big play, taking off on a dash that went for 52 yards.
Christian Brothers' first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-8. As for Bella Vista, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Christian Brothers will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Rio Americano at 7:00 p.m. on the 31st. As for Bella Vista, they will be playing at home against Woodcreek at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. The Timberwolves' defense has only allowed 11.3 points per game this season, so the Broncos' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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