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Raider Football Wins District After Blowing Out Sommerset 33-8

Chase Samole, Editor-In-Chief
October 13, 2025
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Senior wide receiver Champ Smith celebrates with a teammate after recording a pick six. Smith ended the day with three touchdowns and two interceptions.

On Friday, Oct. 10th. The Varisty Football team defeated Sommerset Academy 33-8. The team dominated all aspects of the game from tip-off, with senior Champ Smith leading the way by scoring three times> the game itself felt like a home game thanks to the support of family and friends in attendance.  The Raiders now move to 4-2 and 2-0 in district play. Their next game is at Belen on Oct.16.

 

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Chase Samole
Chase Samole, Editor-In-Chief
Chase Samole is a junior and Editor-In-Chief for “The Raider Voice.” With three years of experience contributing to the newspaper, Chase is looking forward to taking on the challenge of leading the staff this year. Outside of “The Raider Voice,” Chase is also a part of the International Politics Program and is co-President of Chapman Partnership for the Homeless’s L.I.V.E. initiative. Outside of school, Chase enjoys playing sports and spending time with friends.