Dighton-Rehoboth Downs GNB Voc-Tech in Football
The Falcons secured a 27-13 victory over GNB Voc-Tech following a late offensive rally in New Bedford.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Football

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Dighton-Rehoboth defeated GNB Voc-Tech 27-13 in a high school football game played in New Bedford. The Falcons pulled away with 15 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to hand GNB Voc-Tech their third consecutive loss.
Why it matters
The victory highlights the offensive efficiency of Dighton-Rehoboth, which overcame two early turnovers to control the game. Meanwhile, the contest saw two GNB Voc-Tech players removed from the field with injuries, impacting the team's late-game depth.
Ty Ross finished the game completing 17 of 26 passes for 195 yards, contributing to a season total of 350 passing yards over 1.5 games. Dighton-Rehoboth scoring included a 65-yard touchdown pass to Jacoby Ayano and a 37-yard touchdown run by Donovan Libby.
The players
Ty Ross
He is a quarterback who recorded 195 passing yards and a touchdown in the victory over GNB Voc-Tech.
AJ Degrace
He is a GNB Voc-Tech football player who was removed from the field due to injury during the game.
Blake Alfaiate
He is a GNB Voc-Tech football player who required removal from the field following an injury.
Jacoby Ayano
He is a receiver who caught a 65-yard touchdown pass during the game.
Cooper Benfeito
He is a running back who scored two touchdowns to help lead the Dighton-Rehoboth offense.
The details
Despite GNB Voc-Tech forcing turnovers on the Falcons' first two possessions, Dighton-Rehoboth surged ahead behind two rushing touchdowns from Cooper Benfeito. Additional scoring for the Falcons included a 4-yard touchdown run by Caleb Brondson and a 20-yard interception return for a touchdown by Jack Lynch.
Timeline
The football game took place on October 15, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This outcome marks the third straight loss for GNB Voc-Tech, complicating their path toward a favorable post-season bracket. Conversely, Dighton-Rehoboth's performance reinforces their status as a competitive contender within the MIAA high school football division standings.
The Falcons' ability to secure 15 points in the fourth quarter emphasizes their high-scoring potential for future stat-heavy fantasy projections. GNB Voc-Tech faces significant roster uncertainty following the on-field injuries to two key contributors.
The takeaway
Dighton-Rehoboth demonstrated significant offensive depth by capitalizing on late-game opportunities to seal the win. Fans and observers should monitor injury reports for GNB Voc-Tech as the team attempts to break their three-game losing streak.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Taunton Daily Gazette, Taunton, MA.
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