Brooklyn Tech Shut Out DeWitt Clinton 20-0
Brooklyn Tech secured a decisive victory over DeWitt Clinton at Charles B. Wang Athletic Field.
Updated on Sept. 19, 2026 in Football
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Brooklyn Tech defeated DeWitt Clinton 20-0 in a football matchup on Saturday. During the game, Brooklyn Tech player Alexander Lim sustained a broken leg in the first quarter.
Why it matters
The win highlights Brooklyn Tech's defensive dominance, holding DeWitt Clinton to just 48 total yards of offense. Meanwhile, the short roster for DeWitt Clinton, which has only 24 to 25 active players, leaves the team winless with an 0-2 record.
Brooklyn Tech forced five turnovers on downs and held their opponent to 48 total yards. The scoring included a 64-yard touchdown pass, a 75-yard touchdown pass, and a 1-yard touchdown run.
The players
Brooklyn Tech
Brooklyn Tech is a public high school in New York City that maintains an active competitive football program.
DeWitt Clinton
DeWitt Clinton High School is a public school located in the Bronx that fields a football team currently playing with a limited roster.
Cole Scanlon
Cole Scanlon is a Brooklyn Tech football player who recorded three total touchdowns in the game against DeWitt Clinton.
Alexander Lim
Alexander Lim is a member of the Brooklyn Tech football team who suffered a season-altering injury during the first quarter.
The details
Brooklyn Tech quarterback Cole Scanlon spearheaded the offense with two long touchdown passes and a 1-yard scoring run. The Brooklyn Tech defense dominated the line of scrimmage, forcing five turnovers on downs throughout the contest.
Timeline
The game took place on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This game shifts the season narrative by showcasing the gap between established programs and teams currently grappling with thin rosters. The result leaves DeWitt Clinton at 0-2, forcing a re-evaluation of their remaining schedule and competitive viability.
Brooklyn Tech successfully maintained their defensive discipline by forcing five turnover on downs, a key metric for their season success. DeWitt Clinton now faces significant challenges as an 0-2 team playing with a severely limited roster of 24 to 25 players.
The takeaway
Maintaining roster depth remains a critical challenge for high school programs in the city, especially during physical contests. Players and coaches must prioritize injury prevention protocols as seen with the focus on player health after the first quarter injury.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Newsday.
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