Staples rallies to narrowly defeat Cheshire in fourth quarter
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 5:04 AM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
No. 7 Staples overcame a 10-point deficit to secure a dramatic 14-10 victory over No. 6 Cheshire on October 2, 2026, in Westport. The Rams initially dominated the game, leading 10-0 at halftime, but Staples surged in the second half with two touchdowns. Noah Sandrew scored the game-winner with 5:39 left, capping a strong offensive performance that included a key interception by Finn Edwards. The Wreckers' defense shut out Cheshire in the second half, flipping the game's momentum.
- •Staples was down 10-0 at halftime.
- •Noah Sandrew scored the game-winning touchdown.
- •Grant Bozeman passed for 173 yards and two touchdowns.
- •Staples' defense held Cheshire scoreless in the second half.
- •Cheshire had previously won two close games this season.
- 5:04 AMYahoo Sports — Fourth-quarter rally gives No. 7 Staples dramatic win over No. 6 Cheshire
"Staples rallied from a 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter against Cheshire and remained unbeaten.
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