Urgent.News

What's breaking now, across thousands of outlets.

Culture

Jonathan Law football leans on defense and late stops to hold off West Haven and improve to 3-0

Two fumble recoveries and two interceptions helped Law's defense beat West Haven and move to 3-0.

Jonathan Law football leans on defense and late stops to hold off West Haven and improve to 3-0

In a Southern Connecticut Conference game on September 25, 2026, Jonathan Law football defended their position and emerged victorious against West Haven, improving their record to 3-0. Led by linebacker Seamus Fedigan, the Law defense made a strong showing, recording two fumble recoveries and two interceptions. Following a 14-7 win, Law coach Ryan Pearson praised the defense, acknowledging that the team had earned recognition for their performance.

Matt Witteman's performance, despite the offense initially struggling, also played a crucial role in the victory, as he threw for 138 yards and a touchdown. The Blue Devils had an early lead due to their strong running game and a controversial return by Jakari Harris, but the Law defense stepped up and secured the win with a late interception.

Law's head coach, Ryan Pearson, expressed confidence in the team's progress and readiness for their next game against Bristol Central.

Written by urgent.news from Yahoo Sports's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.

Also reported by 1 other outlet

Read the original at sports.yahoo.com →

More in Culture

New Mexico’s Amaya fights for UFC contract

New Mexico native Melissa Amaya weighed in at 116 pounds on Friday for her MMA fight on Saturday against Brazil’s Tina Black. A UFC contract is at stake.

  • Melissa Amaya weighs 116 pounds for upcoming MMA fight.
  • Amaya's win secures spot in The Ultimate Fighter final.
  • Amaya's fight against Tina Black is main card highlight.

Hawthorne football remains potent without Richard Roundtree

Hawthorne football defeated Williston for the fifth year in a row Friday and showed that even without Richard Roundtree, the Hornets remain a force.

  • Hawthorne defeats Williston 37-0, season record now 6-0
  • Williston enters game 1-3, improves under Cedderick Daniels
  • Key players: Dakarai Wiggins (2 TDs), Maverick Jones (TD)

Australia Holds Brazil to 1-1 Draw at Home Friendly

Australia hosted Brazil for a friendly that ended in a 1-1 draw late Friday, September 25, 2026, at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

  • Australia and Brazil played to a 1-1 draw at Queensland Country Bank Stadium on September 25, 2026
  • Nestory Irankunda scored the winning goal for Australia in the 68th minute

Georgia high school QB accounts for seven touchdowns in rivalry win

Simply put, Thomas County Central QB and Duke commit Aidan McPherson was all over Lee County's home turf.

  • Thomas County Central defeats Lee County 49-26 in South Georgia rivalry game.
  • Aidan McPherson, Thomas County Central QB, scores 7 touchdowns, 6 rushing.
  • McPherson commits to Duke football, leads 20-game winning streak.

More from Saturday 26 September →