Northgate hasn't had much luck against Laurel recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Flames will welcome the Spartans at 7:00 p.m. Northgate has given up an average of 48.2 points per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Northgate is headed into the game out to prove that what happened against Neshannock on Friday (when they were outscored in every quarter) was just a minor bump in the road. The Flames were dealt a 62-27 loss at the hands of the Lancers. The Flames were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 49-7.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Laurel, who bounced back after a loss on the road two weeks ago. They breezed past Rochester to the tune of 40-0 on Friday. The result was nothing new for the Spartans, who have now won four contests by 29 points or more so far this season.
Northgate better keep an eye on Luca Santini. He was instrumental in Laurel's win, throwing for 86 yards and a pair of TDs on perfect 5-for-5 passing. What's more, Santini racked up 25 rushing yards, the most he's had since back in October of 2024.
Laurel didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Lewis Weiher, Mason Moser, and Jaxson McVicker picked up one apiece. That interception was Weiher's first of the season.
Laurel's victory bumped their record up to 4-1. As for Northgate, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-5.
Northgate came up short against Laurel in their previous meeting back in September of 2024, falling 7-0. Will the Flames have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more football content.
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