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Since 1984, Stratford and Goose Creek have had a heated rivalry.  With a lead of 22-13, Stratford is the current series head. Last year, the Knights consistently scored throughout the game and were able to hold back the Gators from scoring until the fourth quarter.  They went home with a 32-14 win. Tensions are higher this year because the two teams will be competing for City Championship title. Will the Gators cause an upset or will the Knights remain victorious?

MVP

Emmanuel Mukuamu
Goose Creek High School

SCHOLAR ATHLETES

Andrew Marabella Jr

Goose Creek High School

Andrew sets the example of what a student athlete should be. He is a leader for the team both in the classroom and on the field. He has been a member of the student council at his previous school in North Dakota and a treasurer of the National Honors Society. He also volunteer at his church, school functions and with the Salvation Army. Andrew plans on attending a 4-year college and majoring in Civil Engineering.
Matthew Cudd

Stratford High School

Matthew is a two-sport athlete lettering in football twice and baseball 4 times. Matthew has been a 7-time recipient of the honor roll at Stratford High. He is undecided on where to attend college but plans on majoring in business.

GAME SUMMARY

Goose Creek scored first after a blocked punt gave them an excellent field position. Manny Mukuamu, the games MVP, showed off his wheels by getting another touchdown for the Gators. The first half ended with the 0-13 lead in Goose Creeks favor. The Knights got their first and only touchdown in the third quarter. The gators came away with a huge interception to stop Stratford on a potential go ahead drive early in the 4th. With one last touchdown, Goose Creek won the game 27-7. Not only did they win the Great American Rivalry Series trophy but also the Golden Goose Trophy.