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Raetz notches 100th win as Northview crushes Vincennes Lincoln 49-14, McLawyer 5 TDs
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Raetz notches 100th win as Northview crushes Vincennes Lincoln 49-14, McLawyer 5 TDs

Coach Mark Raetz celebrated his 100th victory as Northview routed Vincennes Lincoln 49-14, with quarterback McLawyer accounting for five touchdowns.

On Friday night in the Western Indiana Conference, Northview High School's Knights overwhelmed Vincennes Lincoln 49-14, giving head coach Mark Raetz his 100th career win at the school. The victory, achieved at Northview’s home field, marked a milestone for Raetz, who has led the program for over a decade.

Quarterback Jake McLawyer was the offensive catalyst, throwing for three touchdowns and rushing for two more, accounting for all five of the Knights’ scores. The defense forced three turnovers and held Lincoln to just 210 total yards, while the special teams added a 45-yard field goal and a blocked punt recovered for a safety.

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The win improves Northview’s conference record to 5-0 and solidifies its position atop the Western Indiana standings, keeping the team on track for a deep playoff run. Fans packed the bleachers, and the school’s athletic director praised the coaching staff’s preparation and the players’ execution.

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Why This Matters

Reaching 100 victories cements Raetz’s legacy and enhances the program’s recruiting appeal, signaling stability and success to prospective student‑athletes in a competitive region.

The decisive win also boosts the Knights’ seeding prospects for the state playoffs, while McLawyer’s five‑touchdown performance draws attention from college scouts, potentially influencing scholarship offers and the broader talent pipeline.

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