Needham was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat dating back to last season. They were five points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 12-7 heartbreaker at the hands of the Newton North Tigers. The Rockets were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
Needham's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Newton North, they pushed their record up to 3-3 with the victory, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Needham will square off against Braintree at 6:30 p.m. on the 17th. As for Newton North, they will take on Wellesley at 6:00 p.m. on the 17th.
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