West Orange defeats Steinbrenner, moves deep into the playoffs

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The West Orange High School football team defeated Steinbrenner High School during the first round of the playoffs 35-0 Saturday, Nov. 12.

The West Orange Warriors O-line took advantage of the numerous opportunities to reach the Steinbrenner Warriors, and scored their first touch down during with only 2:22 minutes left of the first quarter and reached half time with a score of 21-0.

The Steinbrenner Warriors struggled to move the ball out of their side of the field, and the West Orange Warriors' team overall speed and accuracy allowed for the completion of long passes and for a higher number of rushed yards, which allowed West Orange to get their final score of 35-0.

The West Orange Warriors will face the Ocoee Knights on a neutral playoff game Friday, Nov. 18.

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Andrea Mujica

Staff writer Andrea Mujica covers sports, news and features. She holds both a bachelor's degree in journalism and an MBA from the University of Central Florida. When she’s not on the sidelines, you can find Andrea coaching rowers at the Orlando Area Rowing Society in Windermere.