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John Carroll kicker Max Sullivan (18) kicks the field goal during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll Cavaliers prepare to take the field before a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll Cavaliers take the field before a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) passes the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) calls for the snap during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) passes the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll wide receiver Braden White (13) carries the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll kicker Max Sullivan (18) kicks the field goal during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood quarterback Jamison Barnes (3) passes the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll wide receiver Tucker Rice (12) carries the ball while being pursued by Briarwood linebacker Brooks Allred (1) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) is pressured by Briarwood linebacker Brooks Allred (1) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll punter Ryan Swetz (37) punts the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood quarterback Jamison Barnes (3) calls for the snap during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood quarterback Charles Dedmon (2) is tackled in the backfield by John Carroll linebacker Alex Plaia (1) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood quarterback Charles Dedmon (2) throws the ball down field during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood quarterback Charles Dedmon (2) throws the ball away while being tackled by John Carroll defensive end Niajel Morgan (15) and linebacker Alex Plaia (1) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood running back Eli Thompson (19) runs the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood kicker Evan Ball (33) and John Carroll defensive back Jackson Rankin (2) scrambles for the loose ball after a bad snap during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll head coach Will Mara paces the sideline during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll running back Aubrey Coker (25) is tackled by Briarwood linebacker Gage Nasworthy (16) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood linebacker Grayson Pewitt (35) celebrate with teammates after a turn over during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll running back Aubrey Coker (25) is taken down by Briarwood linebacker Brooks Allred (1) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll punter Ryan Swetz (37) punts the ball away during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood Lions marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood Lions marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood Lions marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood Lions marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood Lions marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll Cavaliers marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll Cavaliers marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll Cavaliers marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll Cavaliers marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll Cavaliers marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood quarterback Charles Dedmon (2) fumbles the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) scrambles to the far side during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) is sacked by Briarwood linebacker Gage Nasworthy (16) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood linebacker Gage Nasworthy (16) celebrates his sack with defensive back Camden Schroeter (6) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood running back Eli Thompson (19) runs the ball while being pursued by John Carroll defensive back Jayden Starks (4) and safety Garvey Hannon (7) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood Matthew Forester discusses a call with an official during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) looks for an open receiver during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll wide receiver Kannon Hammock (8) is taken down by Briarwood defensive back Brandt Aho (7) and linebacker Brooks Allred (1) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll running back Aubrey Coker (25) is tackled by Briarwood linebacker Gage Nasworthy (16) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood quarterback Charles Dedmon (2) is pressured by John Carroll defensive back Kieran Ford (14) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood kicker Evan Ball (33) kicks a field goal during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood kicker Evan Ball (33) kicks a field goal during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) scrambles while being pursued by Briarwood linebacker Grayson Pewitt (35) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll tight end Truman Vines (6) completes a reception while being pursued by Briarwood linebacker Ken Azar (23) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood quarterback Jamison Barnes (3) sprints to the endzone during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood quarterback Jamison Barnes (3) celebrates his touchdown with offensive lineman Austin Johnson (67) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood offensive lineman Paul Kearse (68), tight end Charlie Allen (5) and tight end Luke Irons (84) pose for a photo on the sideline during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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Briarwood Matthew Forester paces the sideline during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll wide receiver Kieran Ford (14) is tackled after a kickoff during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll running back Aubrey Coker (25) is tackled by Briarwood linebacker Gage Nasworthy (16) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll wide receiver Jayden Starks (4) is tackled by Briarwood linebacker Ken Azar (23) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) passes the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll Catholic High celebrates Senior Night before a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
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John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) throws the ball down field during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.
HOMEWOOD -- The Briarwood Christian School football team found a way to win a defensive battle on the road against John Carroll on Friday night, 23-7, in the Under the Lights Game of the Week. But that score line does not tell the full story.
John Carroll came out and set the tone early with an opening drive that marched right down the field against the Lions’ defense — a drive that ended with a Garrett Barnes pass to Andy Everett from 8 yards out, putting the Cavs up 7-0. Barnes finished the night going 19-of-25 for 166 yards and the lone touchdown.
“I’m very proud of the way these guys fight,” John Carroll head coach Will Mara said postgame. “They (the defense) are flying around, they’re swarming and doing everything we ask them to do.”
Briarwood’s first drive of the game stalled at the John Carroll 23-yard line, setting up an Evan Ball 33-yard field goal that cut the Cavs’ lead to four with 4:07 left in the first quarter.
“I was really proud of our defense,” Briarwood head coach Matthew Forester said postgame. “Some of our offense’s best drives were getting it out from the 5-yard line and flipping the field.”
The Briarwood offense scored its first touchdown midway through the second quarter when Charlie Dedmon found Eli Thompson in the open field for a 22-yard touchdown strike, putting the Lions up 9-7.
Neither team could get it going after halftime, as the defenses shined in the third quarter, allowing no points from either side.
It wasn’t until the 6:01 mark in the fourth quarter when Dedmon found Dane Whitehead in the end zone for a 15-yard touchdown. Dedmon finished the night going 14-of-17 for 168 yards and two touchdowns.
With 3:01 left in the fourth, Briarwood iced the game with a 20-yard touchdown run from Jamison Barnes to extend the lead to 23-7.
Briarwood (4-4 overall, 4-1 in Class 5A, Region 5) punched its ticket to the playoffs with the win and will enter an open week before gearing up for a matchup with another region opponent, Hayden, in two weeks.
“We are going to enjoy that [bye] ... and we are going to gear up because we’ve got another season getting ready to start,” Forester said.
John Carroll (2-6 overall, 1-4 Class 5A, Region 5) will look to bounce back next week with a region matchup on the road at Corner.
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