Holy Name defeats Madison 16-13 in football at Dick Hamblin Field

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Last updated Sep 5, 2026

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Holy Name defeated Madison 16-13 on Friday night at Dick Hamblin Field. Despite outgaining Holy Name 308 to 178 in total rushing yards, Madison struggled with three lost fumbles and a blocked punt. Madison narrowed the deficit to 16-13 late in the fourth quarter on a 2-yard touchdown run by Dom Gephart. The Blue Streaks reached the 1-yard line in the final seconds, but Gephart was stopped short on fourth down to end the scoring threat. Tailback Colt Troy scored both touchdowns for Holy Name, both on 1-yard runs in the second quarter. Madison coach Mike Gilligan cited mental and physical mistakes as primary factors in the outcome. Madison drops to 1-2 overall and will face Chardon next Friday, while Holy Name moves to 2-1 and is scheduled to play at Cleveland Central Catholic on Sept. 18.

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  • Holy Name secured a 16-13 victory over Madison at Dick Hamblin Field.
  • Madison turned the ball over four times, including three fumbles and a blocked punt.
  • Colt Troy scored two touchdowns to lead Holy Name.
  • Dom Gephart and Anthony Telenko combined for 256 rushing yards for Madison.
  • Madison opens division play against Chardon on Friday.
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MADISON — In the aftermath of Friday night’s game against Holy Name, Madison coach Mike Gilligan lamented the fact his young team let one get away. Gilligan knew his team made too many costly mistakes as the Green Waves escaped Dick Hamblin Field with a 16-13 win over the Blue Streaks. “We had every opportunity,” Gilligan said. “We should’ve won it. Didn’t win it. Give them credit. They played ...

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