Northgate was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss dating back to last season. They lost 35-14 to the Newnan Cougars. The Vikings were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 28-0.
Despite the defeat, Northgate saw an underclassman step up: Woody Schettini rushed for 164 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 7.5 yards per carry. Those 164 rushing yards set a new season-high mark for him.
Northgate's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Newnan, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 3-1.
Northgate will venture away from home to square off against Banneker at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Newnan, they are taking a road trip to face off against Morrow at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Newnan's defense has only allowed 13.2 points per game this season, so Morrow's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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