Pomperaug football wins against Newtown for first time since 2011
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 4:14 AM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Pomperaug defeated Newtown 24-7 on September 25, 2026, breaking a 12-game losing streak against them that spanned over a decade. The Panthers started strong, gaining momentum in the fourth quarter with two touchdown drives. Josh Coughlin rushed for 129 yards and two touchdowns, leading his team in an effective running game. Newtown managed just one touchdown and struggled offensively, totaling 172 yards. The victory marks Pomperaug's first 3-0 start since 2011, highlighting a significant turnaround for the program.
- •Pomperaug rushes for 311 yards on 57 carries
- •Coughlin scores two touchdowns in fourth quarter
- •Newtown held to 172 total yards of offense
- •Pomperaug's first win against Newtown since 2011
- •Pomperaug moves to 3-0 for the first time in 15 years
- 4:14 AMYahoo Sports — Pomperaug football beats Newtown for first time since 2011 behind Josh Coughlin's two TDs
"Pomperaug ran for 311 yards and scored twice in the fourth quarter to secure the win and start 3-0 for the first time in 15 years.
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