Newman Prepares to Face High-Powered Offense in State Semifinal Against Calvary
Key points:
- Newman faces a high-powered offense with a standout running back in the state semifinal against Calvary
- Calvary's junior James Simon is a four-star rated running back with a school record of 348 rushing yards and four touchdowns
- Newman coach Nelson Stewart describes the challenges of facing Calvary's true spread offense and the need for sound execution
Newman will face a high-powered offense led by standout running back James Simon when they take on Calvary in the state semifinal. Calvary’s potent spread offense, averaging 47 points per game, presents a stark contrast to Newman’s recent opponents. Newman, in the semifinals for the fifth time in seven seasons, previously overcame an 18-point deficit to defeat Calvary. With a balanced offensive unit, led by junior quarterback Eli Friend and featuring playmakers such as Jake Randle and Peter Loop, Newman aims to make history by reaching their first state final.
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