It may have taken overtime to finish the job, but Wootton ultimately got the result they hoped for on Thursday. They had just enough and edged the Gaithersburg Trojans out 17-14. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Patriots have posted since September 8, 2023.
Wootton got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Hunter Humphries out in front who threw for 198 yards and two touchdowns.
Wootton wouldn't let Gaithersburg keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Wootton can thank Ethan Mahoney and Tyler Siegel for forcing both of them.
The win got Wootton back to even at 2-2. As for Gaithersburg, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Wootton will challenge Walter Johnson at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Wootton's defense has only allowed 18 points per game this season, so Walter Johnson's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Gaithersburg, they will head out on the road to square off against Sherwood at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.
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