Northridge aiming for first trip to semi-state since 2021

MIDDLEBURY, Ind. -- On Friday, the Northridge Raiders will try and get one step closer to their goal of winning a state title, as they sit just three wins away from the ultimate prize.

12 games, 12 wins so far for the Northridge Raiders. As we enter the regional round, a new challenger aims to end the Raiders season - the Hobart Brickies.

"Sometimes when you're playing a team that you don't have a lot of familiarity with, and you don't have many common opponents, it's hard to understand exactly what they're like, and what the level of athleticism and strength are, they're in a different area, but we have a good idea of what they're about," said Luke Amstutz, Northridge head coach.

Despite the lack of familiarity between the two teams, one Raider expects the offense to keep humming, and the defense to be stingy.

"Defensively, I can see us doing really well with getting to the ball and tackling, because we know they're a pretty big team, and they pass here and there, but they're more of a run team, so I can see us fitting and getting there. Offensively, I feel like we can run the ball and pass the ball no worries," said Keivontre Copeland, senior wide receiver.

The Brickies and Raiders will kick off Friday night at 7:30 from Interra Field.