Brownfield football earns first victory after snapping 23-game losing streak

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Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Brownfield football earns first victory after snapping 23-game losing streak
Summary

The Brownfield football team recorded a 36-26 victory over Morton on Friday, concluding a 23-game losing streak that spanned multiple seasons. Trailing 26-22 entering the fourth quarter, the Cubs secured the result behind two late touchdowns from athlete Braydon Luther. Second-year head coach Lawrence Johnson emphasized that the win represents the culmination of a long-term cultural shift focused on trust and team rapport. For junior quarterback Ben Estrada, the performance marked his first football victory since middle school. While the coaching staff maintains a 24-hour rule for celebrating wins, the team is now looking toward subsequent games to sustain their momentum. The program, which finished 0-11 last season, continues to focus on long-term development despite securing this milestone result.

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  • Brownfield defeated Morton 36-26 to end a 23-game losing streak.
  • The Cubs trailed 26-22 before scoring two touchdowns in the fourth quarter.
  • Braydon Luther scored both decisive touchdowns in the final period.
  • The win serves as the first victory for junior quarterback Ben Estrada since seventh grade.
  • Coach Lawrence Johnson is in his second year leading the program.
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  • 9:10 AMYahoo SportsCulture shift on display as Brownfield football ends losing streak
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Brownfield football ended a 23-game losing streak Friday, but coach Lawrence Johnson said the Cubs have been winning off the field for some time.

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