Ontario capitalizes on defense in 23-6 win over Highland
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 4:26 AM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Ontario secured a 23-6 victory against Highland on senior night, leveraging a strong defensive performance. The Warriors' defense limited Highland to just 157 total yards, forcing multiple turnovers, including two interceptions by Cam Powers, who also contributed a safety. Ontario scored late in the first half and added two more touchdowns in the second half, showcasing effective offensive plays despite challenging weather conditions. This win marked a needed bounce-back after a loss the previous week.
- •Ontario's defense forced Highland into three punts and multiple turnovers.
- •Cam Powers recorded two interceptions and a safety.
- •Sean Tanner threw for two touchdowns and 199 yards.
- •Ontario scored both of their second-half touchdowns to solidify the win.
- •The game took place in challenging weather on senior night.
- 4:26 AMYahoo Sports — Defense leads to offense for Ontario in bounce-back win over Highland
"The Warriors leaned heavily on the defense to limit Highland and turned turnovers into points on multiple occasions.
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