Mount Vernon takes late lead to defeat East Newton 10-8
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 5:05 AM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Mount Vernon secured a 10-8 victory over East Newton on October 2 in Granby, MO, thanks to a crucial second-half field goal. The Mountaineers led 7-0 at halftime, but East Newton briefly took an 8-7 lead with a touchdown from Carson Rinehart following turnovers. Mount Vernon rallied for a late score to clinch the win, marking their third victory of the season and improving their record to.500. The team will next face Lamar, while East Newton prepares for a matchup against the Nevada Tigers.
- •Mount Vernon scored a late field goal for the win.
- •The game was played on October 2 in Granby, MO.
- •East Newton briefly led 8-7 after a touchdown.
- •Mount Vernon now holds a.500 record this season.
- •Next, Mount Vernon faces Lamar while East Newton plays Nevada.
- 5:05 AMYahoo Sports — Late score boosts Mount Vernon over East Newton
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