The Sherwood Park U16 Northstars are looking to add another title to their legacy. Competing in the Capital District Minor Football Association's nine-man Mills Division, the Northstars secured their spot in the finals after a 18-12 win over the Millwoods Grizzlies on home turf in Emerald Hills.
Key plays included a touchdown by Eli Berard, who ran up the middle, and another touchdown after picking up a Grizzlies' fumble and running almost 80 yards. Quarterback Lukah Dyrland also ran a 60-yard touchdown.
Leading 18-0 after the half, the Grizzlies readjusted and clawed back, shutting down the Northstars' offense, but the Northstars held on to win 18-12.
The Northstars will face Beaumont in the finals.
Author's summary: Northstars advance to finals with 18-12 win.