Bloomington South football dominates North in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 3:11 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Bloomington South defeated rival North 44-6 on August 21 in their season opener at Dennis O. Martin Field. The game featured strong performances by South's special teams and defense, including a blocked field goal and a 45-yard interception return for a touchdown. A 28-0 lead by halftime, bolstered by multiple big plays, set the tone. North managed a touchdown late in the game but struggled with turnovers and blocked kicks. Coach Gabe Johnson noted areas for improvement despite the strong win.
- •Bloomington South scored 28 points in the first half.
- •Tristan Wilson had a 45-yard interception return.
- •Jonathan Winstead contributed a 77-yard pick-6.
- •North's Carter Matthews scored a late touchdown.
- •The game featured nearly 3,000 fans at the field.
- 3:11 AMYahoo Sports — Special teams, defense help Bloomington South football wear down North
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