NORWOOD, Ohio — The Norwood High School football team snapped a 19-game losing streak Friday night with a 32-24 win over host Fayetteville.

“Our players played their hearts out,” Norwood football coach Matt Money said.

Norwood (1-6) was tied with Elyria for No. 9 among the longest active losing streaks in Ohio high school football, according to Drew Pasteur’s Ohio Fantastic 50. Elyria lost to Amherste Steele Friday night.

Friday was Norwood’s first win since Sept. 29, 2023 at North College Hill (44-14).

“I’m extremely excited for our kids and coaches," Norwood athletic director Chuck Richardson said. "Regardless of their record and the streak they still show up everyday and grind. I’m also happy for our community. We really needed this. Every Friday night they show up and support the

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