Scarsdale football secures 40-14 victory over Yonkers in season opener

Scarsdale opened its football season on September 10 with a decisive 40-14 victory against Yonkers. The Raiders offense relied on strong line play to establish a significant lead early in the contest. Patrick Simon and Lars Burrows each recorded two rushing touchdowns for the team. The Scarsdale defense held the Yonkers ground game in check throughout the first half. By the third quarter, the Raiders had built a 40-0 advantage before coach Andy Verboys substituted his starters. While the win was comprehensive, Verboys noted the team still needs to address several mistakes and missed opportunities moving forward.

• 11:04 PMYahoo Sports — Scarsdale football topples Yonkers 40-14 in its season opener