According to a report by WUSA9, Friday night’s varsity football game between John F. Kennedy High School (1901 Randolph Rd, Wheaton-Glenmont) and Northwood High School (919 University Blvd W, Silver Spring) ended in the first quarter after a fight broke out between players on both teams. The principals from both schools released the following joint statement regarding the incident:
“The game between John F. Kennedy High School and Northwood High School ended in the first quarter, according to the letter from Kennedy Principal Vickie Adamson and Northwood Principal Johnathan Garrick.
We are writing to inform you that the varsity football game tonight, September 29, 2023 between Kennedy and Northwood High Schools was ended in the first quarter of the game due to an on-field altercation between players on both teams. As a result of the disqualifications that occurred during this incident, the game could not continue. There were no injuries and teams and spectators were cleared from the stadium and campus without further incident. Both schools will collaborate with the MCPS Department of Athletics and Office of School Support and Well-Being regarding next steps as a result of this incident. Further communication will be provided once the investigation has concluded. The athletic programs and communities at Northwood and Kennedy High Schools are committed to upholding the R.A.I.S.E. core values of MCPS Athletics.
Sincerely, Vickie Adamson Principal John F. Kennedy High School
Jonathan Garrick, Ed.D. Principal Northwood High School”
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