Kennedy Catholic Shut Out Mount Rainier 48-0
The Lancers cruised to a lopsided victory on Thursday to improve their season record to 5-1.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Football
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Kennedy Catholic dominated Mount Rainier in a 48-0 football victory. The Lancers led 21-0 after the first quarter and maintained their momentum to secure the shutout win.
Why it matters
This decisive win bolsters Kennedy Catholic's standing as they push through the remainder of their regular season. The team's defensive performance remains a key factor in their success after allowing only 31 total points over six games.
Kennedy Catholic has recorded three shutouts this season while allowing only 31 points total across six games. The Lancers' victory moved their season record to 5-1, while Mount Rainier fell to 4-2.
The players
Kennedy Catholic
This high school football team has advanced to a 5-1 season record following their latest shutout victory.
Mount Rainier
The high school football team currently holds a 4-2 record after suffering a loss against Kennedy Catholic.
The details
Kennedy Catholic established control early with 21 points in the first quarter and added 7 more before halftime. The team continued to pull away in the second half, scoring 13 points in the third quarter and 7 in the fourth while keeping Mount Rainier scoreless.
Timeline
October 9, 2026: Kennedy Catholic defeated Mount Rainier 48-0.
October 17, 2026: Mount Rainier plays Kentwood at 1 p.m.
Season Trajectory
This win reinforces Kennedy Catholic's momentum as a dominant force in the 2026 high school football conference standings. The result places the Lancers in a favorable position for potential post-season qualification as the regular season schedule concludes.
Kennedy Catholic has now secured three shutouts this season, highlighting a defensive unit that yields just 5.2 points per game. Mount Rainier will look to rebound from this 48-0 defeat during their next matchup against Kentwood.
The takeaway
Kennedy Catholic continues to rely on a disciplined defense that has proven difficult for opponents to penetrate. The team's ability to maintain high scoring output alongside low defensive scores makes them a team to watch as playoffs approach.
What happens next
Mount Rainier is scheduled to play Kentwood on October 17, 2026.
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