Breaking a 13-game losing streak on Sept. 6, Sage Hill School’s boys’ varsity football team defeated Fairmont Preparatory Academy 38-7 in its first home football game of the season.

Game Highlights:

• Sage Hill ended its losing streak with a 38-7 win over Fairmont Prep Sept. 6 led by quarterback junior Keith McCord.
• The team’s improved execution on both sides of the ball contributed to the win.
• Both the passing game and running game were efficient, with McCord’s 14 completed pass attempts for 180 yards and junior Beaumont Roth’s total of 87 yards and 2 touchdowns.
•  Improvement spanned throughout the team, as sophomore Alfonso Corona’s 69 yard rush demonstrated.
• Although the team was challenged by the opposing quarterback’s ability to rush, it prevailed in defense.
• Senior Will Burns was a jack-of-all trades, leading in tackles and receptions with one touchdown and a 5 for 5 kicking record.
• Junior Vincent Wetmore topped the receiving list with one touchdown and 48 yards in total.
• The defensive and offensive lines were crucial as the defense forced four fumbles, ultimately resulting in the team’s victory.

Take a look at some photos from the game.

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Kellen Ochi

Players stand on the sideline ready for action during Friday night's football game against Fairmont Preparatory Academy at Sage. September 6 2013. Photographer: Kellen Ochi