FOOTBALL: DeMatha 14, Gonzaga 7: Stags stay unbeaten

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DeMatha Stags 14
Gonzaga Eagles 7

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OK3Sports Football:  DeMatha Stags vs. Gonzaga Eagles

First Look: OK3Sports Photojournalist Olen Kelley’s raw edit from the high school football game featuring DeMatha Stags and the Gonzaga Eagles at Marvin F. Wilson Field in Landon, MD., on Friday, October 6, 2023.

The stage was set for an electrifying showdown as conference rivals Gonzaga and DeMatha, with impressive 5-1 and 5-0 records, prepared to go head-to-head in a game of immense significance.

A thrilling showdown Friday night at FedEx Field as DeMatha secured a hard-fought 14-7 victory over Gonzaga in a nail-biting defensive battle. The intensity was palpable as DeMatha’s QB Denzel Gardner seized the spotlight with a remarkable touchdown in the first half. But Gonzaga wasn’t about to back down, answering back with a spectacular touchdown pass from Conrath to D.D. Holmes in the second half. When it seemed like Gonzaga might take the lead, DeMatha’s Coombs unleashed an explosive touchdown run, leaving the crowd in awe. The tension was through the roof as Gonzaga fought desperately to turn the tables, but DeMatha’s unyielding defense, led by the exceptional Laws, proved impenetrable. The final score of 14-7 sent shockwaves through the stadium, leaving everyone hungry for more thrilling gridiron battles. Gear up for another heart-pounding clash as DeMatha takes on Good Counsel while Gonzaga looks to rebound against Bishop McNamara.

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OK3Sports coverage of the high school football game featuring DeMatha Stags and the Gonzaga Eagles on Friday, October 06, 2023, at Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex in Landon, MD. Photo: OK3Sports/Olen Kelley III OK3Sports coverage of the high school football game featuring DeMatha Stags and the Gonzaga Eagles on Friday, October 06, 2023, at Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex in Landon, MD. Photo: OK3Sports/Olen Kelley III OK3Sports coverage of the high school football game featuring DeMatha Stags and the Gonzaga Eagles on Friday, October 06, 2023, at Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex in Landon, MD. Photo: OK3Sports/Olen Kelley III OK3Sports coverage of the high school football game featuring DeMatha Stags and the Gonzaga Eagles on Friday, October 06, 2023, at Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex in Landon, MD. Photo: OK3Sports/Olen Kelley III OK3Sports coverage of the high school football game featuring DeMatha Stags and the Gonzaga Eagles on Friday, October 06, 2023, at Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex in Landon, MD. Photo: OK3Sports/Olen Kelley III OK3Sports coverage of the high school football game featuring DeMatha Stags and the Gonzaga Eagles on Friday, October 06, 2023, at Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex in Landon, MD. Photo: OK3Sports/Olen Kelley III OK3Sports coverage of the high school football game featuring DeMatha Stags and the Gonzaga Eagles on Friday, October 06, 2023, at Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex in Landon, MD. Photo: OK3Sports/Olen Kelley III OK3Sports coverage of the high school football game featuring DeMatha Stags and the Gonzaga Eagles on Friday, October 06, 2023, at Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex in Landon, MD. Photo: OK3Sports/Olen Kelley III OK3Sports coverage of the high school football game featuring DeMatha Stags and the Gonzaga Eagles on Friday, October 06, 2023, at Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex in Landon, MD. Photo: OK3Sports/Olen Kelley III OK3Sports coverage of the high school football game featuring DeMatha Stags and the Gonzaga Eagles on Friday, October 06, 2023, at Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex in Landon, MD. Photo: OK3Sports/Olen Kelley III

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