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Trojans Varsity Football Rally in Fourth Quarter to Defeat Essexville Garber, End Season on High Note

By Nick VanDuser | Oct 26, 2026 8:11 AM

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The Trojans defeated Essexville Garber 21-14 to finish the 2026 season. A late rally led by quarterback Braden Reed and receiver Evan Hunter helped the Trojans come back from a 14-7 4th quarter deficit. Running back Talon Newell hauled in 5-yard touchdown pass from Reed to tie the game at 14-14. On the ensuing kickoff, Reed stripped the ball from the Garber returner and then hit Hunter on a 40 yard touchdown pass. Reed Patrick then recovered an onside kick to seal the victory. Hunter had 2 touchdown receptions in the game, and Reed had 3 touchdown passes. The Trojan defense held the Trojans in the game with Caden Bartlet and Patrick leading the way. The Trojans finished the season 3-6.