Freedom scores 42 unanswered points to defeat Northwestern in playoffs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 1:46 PM

Last updated Nov 7, 2026

Summary

In a Level 3 WIAA Division 4 playoff game on November 7, Freedom dismantled Northwestern 42-6 in Freedom, Wisconsin. After a critical goal-line stand, Freedom surged with 42 consecutive points. Axzil Eggert contributed significantly, scoring four rushing touchdowns and one passing touchdown, amassing over 230 rushing yards. Mason Chell managed a consolation touchdown for Northwestern. Freedom will host Little Chute in the state semifinals next weekend, while Northwestern concludes its season with an 11-1 record.

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  • •Freedom scored 42 straight points after a goal-line stand.
  • •Axzil Eggert had over 230 rushing yards and five total touchdowns.
  • •Mason Chell scored a late touchdown for Northwestern.
  • •Freedom will host Little Chute in the state semifinals next weekend.
  • •Northwestern ends its season with an 11-1 record.
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Nov. 7—FREEDOM, Wis. — Northwestern football pushed on Friday, but Freedom pushed back with a vengeance in Level 3 of the WIAA Division 4 state football playoffs on Friday night. After a goal-line stand on the 1-yard line, Freedom scored 42 straight points and rolled to a 42-6 victory. After Tysen Teal was not given the end zone, the Irish went around left end and got into Northwestern ...

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