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Westbrook opens title defense with narrow win over Cheverus

Westbrook opens title defense with narrow win over Cheverus
Westbrook junior Andre Hicks III looks to gain yardage as the Cheverus defense closes in Thursday night. Hicks scored the game's first touchdown and the reigning Class B champion Blue Blazes went on to a 15-9 victory in the teams' mutual season opener. Hoffer photo/video.

WESTBROOK—The stardust has carried over.

Westbrook's football team, which penned an unforgettable, inspirational storybook tale like no other a year ago, began a new title quest Thursday night at Olmsted Field.

Where once again, the Blue Blazes faced adversity and had to make big plays with the game hanging in the balance.

And as a result, they ended up on the right side of the scoreboard.

Again.

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