Newport lost against Juniata back in October of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Buffaloes had to suffer through a 49-14 loss at the hands of the Indians. The Buffaloes were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 28-0.
Jasper Shepps was his usual excellent self, picking up 115 receiving yards and two TDs, while also rushing for 75 yards and a pair of touchdowns for Juniata. Shepps really caught the secondary sleeping when he pulled down a catch that went for 75 yards. Another player making a difference was Jason Condo, who threw for 156 yards and three touchdowns on only nine passes.
This is the second loss in a row for Newport and nudges their season record down to 4-3. As for Juniata, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 5-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Newport will welcome Halifax at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Juniata, they will take on Greencastle-Antrim at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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