Evan Pattison’s third quarter dash proved to be the decisive touchdown in the New Westminster
junior Hyacks’ 32-28 victory over the Notre Dame Jugglers last Thursday, avenging a loss served up on the senior side a week earlier.
Pattison’s major came on a 25-yard run, pushing New West’s lead to 32-22. While Notre Dame would narrow the gap, the Hyacks would hold on for its fourth win of the year, 2-1 in league play.
The contest started with Grade 10 quarterback Kinsale Philip hitting tight end Evan Nolli for a 16-yard TD early in the first quarter.
The Jugglers replied with a pair of majors to take the lead before the quarter was done.
Philip, who is also the starting pivot for New West’s senior squad, held on to the ball for a two-yard QB sneak and a 16-14 lead.
Notre Dame again responded and put New West in a 22-16 hole, but not for long. In the third quarter, Michael Zhang scampered in from eight yards to get the Hyacks back in black, followed by Pattison’s game-winning drive. The team also racked up some two-point converts.
New West continues its march in regular season play this Thursday when they visit 1-1-1 Vancouver College.
