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Harlem clinches at least a share of NIC-10 championship over East

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 4:25 AM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Harlem clinches at least a share of NIC-10 championship over East

Summary

The Harlem Huskies secured at least a share of the NIC-10 championship by defeating Rockford East 35-14 on Thursday night at Swanson Stadium. This victory improved Harlem's record to 8-0, with standout performances from Jackson Cook, who caught a 50-yard touchdown pass, and linebacker Kaleb Hart, who returned an interception for a 78-yard touchdown. Braxton Fausett contributed significantly, completing 13 of 17 passes for 216 yards. Harlem will play its final regular season game against Boylan next Friday, where a win would clinch the championship outright.

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Status Watch

•Harlem improves to 8-0 with the victory on October 8, 2026.
•Jackson Cook had six receptions for 116 yards.
•Kaleb Hart scored on a 78-yard interception return.
•Harlem's next game is against Boylan on October 14, 2026.
•If Harlem loses, Hononegah could tie if they win their final two games.

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4:25 AMYahoo Sports — Harlem clinches at least a share of the NIC-10 championship in victory over East

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The Harlem Huskies have clinched at least a share of the NIC-10 championship. They improved their record to 8-0 Thursday night by defeating Rockford East 35-14 at Swanson Stadium.
— Yahoo Sports

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