McCutcheon football secures last-minute 17-14 victory over West Lafayette
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:19 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

McCutcheon football achieved a significant 17-14 win against West Lafayette on August 28 at Ellison Stadium. A late touchdown pass from quarterback Karson Smith to Jax Jenkinson set up Ricky Ruiz's decisive 18-yard field goal with just 43 seconds remaining. Coach Mike Fenters highlighted a cultural shift within the program following this win, aiming to change the team's fortunes after a challenging previous season. McCutcheon's defense held strong in the final moments of the game, preventing West Lafayette from capitalizing on their opportunities. This victory follows a loss against Guerin Catholic the previous week, marking a pivotal moment for the Mavericks.
- •McCutcheon scored a game-winning field goal with 43 seconds left.
- •Karson Smith threw for 231 yards and two touchdowns.
- •This victory marks a turnaround after a 2-8 season last year.
- •West Lafayette suffered its second consecutive three-point loss to a county rival.
- 4:19 AMYahoo Sports — Last minute heroics leave McCutcheon football celebrating program shift
"McCutcheon football coach Mike Fenters sees a culture shift after a dramatic 17-14 win over rival West Lafayette.
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