Northwest, Damascus Heading to Annapolis for State Title Games

Ajahni Terry rushed for 153 yards and two touchdowns in Northwest’s 22-13 upset win over Quince Orchard. (Photo by Phil Fabrizio)

Two Montgomery County teams, Northwest and Damascus, are gearing up for their respective state football title games on back-to-back nights this week at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis.

The Swarmin’ Hornets of Damascus (12-2) take on the Linganore Lancers (12-1) from Frederick in the 3A state championship game on Thursday at 7 pm.

The Northwest Jaguars (12-1), coming off their big upset over previously unbeaten Quince Orchard, will take on Wise (14-0) from Upper Marlboro in the 4A state championship game on Friday at 7:30 pm.

Tickets ($10 each or 4 for $32) are available in advance or at the stadium.

If you’re not going to the games, MyMCMedia has you covered. Check MyMCMedia.org, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for previews, score updates, highlights and postgame reaction beginning Wednesday.

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