Cleveland defeats Birmingham 14-9 in West Valley League opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 6:24 AM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Cleveland High's football team ended a 13-game losing streak against Birmingham with a 14-9 victory in their West Valley League opener on Friday night. The Cavaliers maintained their undefeated record, improving to 6-0, while Birmingham fell to 1-5. Cleveland's defense was critical, particularly in limiting the effectiveness of Birmingham's star receiver, Paul Turner. The Cavaliers took an early lead, scoring on two rushing touchdowns by Moyosoreoluwa Odebunmi. Despite a late rally attempt by Birmingham, the Cavaliers' defense held firm to secure the win.
- •Cleveland improves to 6-0; Birmingham drops to 1-5.
- •Odebunmi scores two rushing touchdowns for Cleveland.
- •Cleveland defense limits Paul's impact for Birmingham.
- •Birmingham's late-game attempts fall short.
- 6:24 AMYahoo Sports — Cleveland ends losing streak to Birmingham in West Valley League opener
"The Cavaliers contain the Patriots' All-City receiver, Paul Turner, with a standout defensive effort on Friday night to improve to 6-0.
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