Kennett 28, Merrimack Valley 21, OT
Key players: MV – Buddy Eddy (TD run), Braden Hussey (88 yard kickoff return TD), Cam Chevarie (37 yard TD run), Aidan Monaghan, Travis Garcia (3-for-3 extra point kicks), offensive and defensive lines
Highlights: Eddy scored in first quarter to give the Pride an early 7-0 lead and the two teams traded kickoff return touchdowns as MV took a 14-7 lead into halftime. Kennett tied it 14-14 in the third quarter before Chevarie’s run put the Pride back on top, 21-14, in the fourth quarter, but the Eagles tied the game with 1:07 left in regulation and eventually won the game in overtime.
Coach’s quote: “Hard fought battle by both teams and excellent effort.” – MV’s Joe Raycraft
Records: Kennett 5-3; MV 3-5