Roosevelt outlasts Madison in 4OT thriller in District 28-6A opener
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Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Roosevelt edged Madison 45-43 in a four-overtime game on September 25, 2026, at Heroes Stadium. Ernest Smith led the Rough Riders with four touchdowns and scored the decisive 2-point conversion. The game was a rematch from last season, where Madison eliminated Roosevelt from playoff contention. Smith's all-around performance, along with a strong team effort, allowed Roosevelt to overcome a 21-7 deficit. Both teams had previously exchanged leads before entering the dramatic overtime phases.
- •Roosevelt scored four touchdowns from Ernest Smith.
- •Madison led 21-7 before Roosevelt evened the score.
- •Game featured four overtimes after a 21-21 tie at halftime.
- •Roosevelt's win marks the beginning of district play for both teams.
- 7:06 AMYahoo Sports — Roosevelt outlasts Madison in 4OT to avenge last season's win-or-go-home loss
"Ernest Smith scored four touchdowns and punched in the winning 2-point conversion in a quadruple overtime victory over Madison in District 28-6A play.
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