The Baltimore Poly vs. Baltimore City game is always one of the most highly anticipated rivalry games in the area. The Rivalry always promises to be a good one, no matter the teams’ records, and enjoys healthy fan support on both sides for the annual match up played at M&T Bank Baltimore Ravens Stadium. It’s a matchup between two schools with deep history and passionate fans. This was the 128th meeting between the two schools and is the oldest rivalry in the state of Maryland.

MVP

Michael Bond Jr.

Baltimore City

SCHOLAR ATHLETES

Barry Amos

Baltimore Poly

Barry is in his 3rd season as a defensive back on the Engineers’ football team. He has also lettered in wrestling and track and field. His service efforts include volunteering at the BEA Gaddy Family Center and serving as a mentor in the school’s Peer Group Connection Program. Barry’s effort on and off the field has earned him opportunities to further his education and football career at Bryant University, Morgan State University or several other NCAA Division 1 schools. He plans to pursue a degree in Business Management or Physical Therapy. Barry is accompanied by his parents Vernita & Barry Amos Sr.

Michael Morton

Baltimore City

Michael is a 2-year starter on the varsity Black Knight Football team. Michael is also a shot putter on the indoor and outdoor track & field team. Michael has succeeded in a very difficult curriculum at City holding a 3.25 GPA. He plans to continue his education but is undecided on a school. Alongside Michael is his parents, Chantel & Michael Morton Sr.

GAME SUMMARY

The Saturday game had it all, great weather and the competition between Poly and City was one for the record books. Each team came out very strong on defense holding their opponents scoreless for the first several possessions of the game. Baltimore City struck first and immediately went for 2 because every point counts in this game. City’s defense continued their lockdown in the first half shutting out Poly going into halftime. City was led by their QB and eventual MVP Mike Bond Jr. in the second half also, he had a few very big runs out of the pocket and ran one in from about 30 yards out to go up even more against the Engineers. Going for two again after their second TD, City went up 16-0. Poly wasn’t out quite yet though as they were led by their QB/RB duo that connected on several occasions. Poly eventually found their way back with a couple of late second half scores to tie the game at 16 all. The stage was set for overtime and it took two OT’s to determine the winner