Somerville Defeats Revere High School Football Team
The Somerville Highlanders secured a 44-14 victory over the Revere Patriots on Monday at Della Russo Stadium.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Football
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Somerville dominated the second half of the game, scoring 23 unanswered points to pull away from Revere. The Highlanders improve their standing after a strong performance from running back Marcus Pineda.
Why it matters
Revere head coach Lou Cicatelli identified poor tackling and crucial turnovers as the primary factors that led to the loss for his team. The defeat drops Revere to a 2-4 record as they look to correct these issues before their next contest.
Marcus Pineda led the offensive effort with 101 rushing yards and three touchdowns, while Ismael Romero-Gonzalez added 80 rushing yards. Ousman Kaba contributed a 90-yard kickoff return touchdown, and Jose Fuentes scored on a 5-yard run.
The players
Lou Cicatelli
He serves as the head coach for the Revere High School football team.
Marcus Pineda
He is a primary running back for the Somerville High School football team.
Revere Police Activities League
This organization facilitates community-based programming and athletic support for local youth.
The details
Despite keeping the game competitive during the first half, Revere struggled to contain the Somerville rushing attack as the game progressed. The loss follows a week where Revere players visited Alumni Stadium to watch Boston College play Pittsburgh.
Timeline
October 17, 2026: Revere players attended a Boston College football game.
October 20, 2026: Somerville defeated Revere 44-14.
October 23, 2026: Revere hosts Lynn English at 6 p.m.
Season Trajectory
This loss creates a challenging path for Revere as they attempt to improve their 2-4 record and secure a spot in the post-season bracket. The result forces a shift in focus for the team as they prepare to face Lynn English in their next home game.
Revere must address tackling consistency and ball security to avoid further losses as they fall to a 2-4 record. The team will need to rely on their upcoming home field advantage during the October 23 matchup to regain momentum.
The takeaway
Maintaining focus on fundamental discipline remains essential for high school teams to compete late in the season. Players should prioritize consistent drill work to mitigate the impact of turnovers in future games.
What happens next
Revere will host Lynn English on October 23, 2026, at 6 p.m. at Della Russo Stadium.
Further reading
For more updates on local athletics, visit the Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Reverejournal.
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