Navy Triumphs Over Army in Historic Rivalry Game’s Thrilling Finale
In a thrilling conclusion to a historic rivalry, the Navy Midshipmen edged out the Army Black Knights with a 17-16 victory. Blake Horvath played a crucial role, overcoming adversity during the game’s final moments.
Navy Triumphs Over Army
The game featured a dramatic fourth quarter, where Horvath experienced two critical fumbles. The first misstep happened on a 2nd-and-Goal, with Navy trailing by six points. However, Horvath rebounded by throwing a touchdown pass on fourth down.
Later, as Navy sought to secure the lead, Horvath fumbled again. Luckily, he managed to recover and was deemed down by contact, allowing Navy to maintain possession and ultimately seal the victory.
Turning Point in the Game
- Army’s Scoring Surge: The Black Knights scored 13 of their 16 points in the second quarter.
- Third Quarter Lead: Army held a 16-7 advantage going into the third quarter but failed to maintain it.
This win not only marked Navy’s first winning streak in this intense rivalry in ten years but also brought their season win total to ten. The victory set the stage for Navy’s upcoming game.
Looking Ahead
Both teams have bowl games lined up. Navy aims for an 11th win in the Liberty Bowl on January 2, facing off against the Cincinnati Bearcats. Meanwhile, Army will compete against the UConn Huskies in the Fenway Bowl on December 27.
