North Muskegon opened the playoffs with a 28-7 win over Lawton, advancing to the Division 7 district final for the fourth straight year. Senior Cullen Bartos scored three touchdowns to set the school career record with 57, breaking a mark that had stood since 1954. The Norsemen will face Schoolcraft next weekend.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: North Muskegon 28, Lawton 7.
  • Bartos now has 57 career touchdowns, surpassing the previous school record of 55.
  • North Muskegun improved to 9-1; Lawton finished the game at 5-5.
Yes, But

North Muskegon advanced despite a slow start and a 7-0 deficit. Coach Larry Witham said the team played better after halftime but still has areas to clean up before the district final.

What's Next

The Norsemen meet Schoolcraft in next weekend’s district final, with game details expected Monday.

Bottom Line

Bartos made school history, but North Muskegon’s playoff run continues because the team answered an early setback and closed out the win with four unanswered touchdowns.