The McDowell varsity football team endured a tough opponent in Garfield Heights on the road to win 21-20 in overtime Friday, Sept. 11.
The Trojans (2-1) were deadlocked 14-14 from the second quarter all the through the end of regulation. The Bulldogs struck first in the extra period with a touchdown, but missed the extra point.
McDowell proceeded to score on a 10-yard run by quarterback Evan Kuhn, followed by a game-winning extra point off the toe of kicker Joey Clark.
Taylor Lincoln and Ju’el Heidelberg each had touchdowns for McDowell in the first half. Kuhn completed 17-of-23 passes for 204 yards to eight different receivers. James Feronti had a team-high six catches for 66 yards.
Owen Westmoreland recorded seven total tackles, including a sack and three tackles for loss. Luis Green recovered a fumble and had an interception.
McDowell hosts cross-town rival Erie in a key 6A matchup at a special Thursday night kickoff Sept. 17.