Mount Vernon High School hosted a non-conference football game on Friday, October 24, 2025, where the home team faced Granville. Despite a determined effort, Mount Vernon fell short with a final score of 35-13.
According to the report, the Yellow Jackets demonstrated resilience and improvement throughout the game. The event drew significant attendance from fans who supported Mount Vernon under the evening lights.
The Yellow Jackets' offense showed effectiveness in certain stretches by leveraging strong blocking and balanced play-calling. Meanwhile, their defense made efforts to slow down Granville's attack, achieving several third-down stops and creating turnovers that kept them competitive for much of the game. Even as Granville extended their lead towards the end, Mount Vernon maintained their competitive spirit until the final whistle.
This year's match was notably closer than last year's encounter between these teams when Granville secured a more decisive victory with a score of 53-14 on October 25, 2024. The performance by Mount Vernon this year indicated growth and confidence, providing a foundation for future development.
