Royalton advances to Section 6AA championship with upset over Holdingford
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 1:39 AM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
Royalton secured a 20-7 victory over Holdingford in the Section 6AA semifinals on November 1 at the Fargodome. After trailing for most of the match, including a strong performance from Holdingford’s defense, Royalton's junior quarterback Connor Boser led a comeback. Boser’s pivotal interception set up the go-ahead score, followed by his second rushing touchdown to clinch the win. This victory propels Royalton to their first chance at a state tournament berth since 2008, with their next game against Osakis scheduled for November 7.
- •Royalton defeated Holdingford 20-7 in the Section 6AA semifinals.
- •Connor Boser scored two rushing touchdowns and recorded an interception.
- •Royalton will face Osakis on November 7 for a chance at state.
- •The last state appearance for Royalton was in 2008.
- 1:39 AMYahoo Sports — Royalton upsets Holdingford in Section 6AA; 'It's a flip in culture here'
"All year long Royalton’s goal was to make it back to the Section 6AA championship. The last time the Royals played at the Fargodome. They made it a reality vs. Holdingford.
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