Gilbert/Northwestern/Housatonic couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were beaten by the Ansonia Chargers 42-7 on Saturday. The Yellowjackets were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 28-0.
Ty DiVita threw for 154 yards on only 13 passes, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground.
Everett Rigby was his top target, picking up 72 receiving yards. On the ground,
Mason Sobol rushed for 43 yards.
Ansonia's victory was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 2-0.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Gilbert/Northwestern/Housatonic is headed away from home for the first time to challenge Kennedy at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Ansonia, they will challenge Seymour at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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