Cranford Football Stays Undefeated with Overtime Win vs. Montgomery

Cranford's football team improved to 5-0 with a thrilling 13-12 overtime victory over Montgomery on Friday night at home. The win marks the best start to a season for the Cougars since 2021, when they finished 11-1 and won the NJSIAA North 2, Group 3 championship.

The game came down to the final possession. Montgomery scored first in the second overtime on an 8-yard pass from Zach Mutton to Xavier Harrington, giving the visitors a 12-6 lead. But Montgomery's extra-point attempt failed, leaving Cranford within striking distance.

Cranford answered immediately. Logan Murray punched in a 6-yard touchdown run, and Joel Quintana added the extra point to give Cranford the 13-12 victory.

The first half belonged to the offenses. Both teams found the end zone in the second quarter, then went quiet for the remainder of regulation. Cranford's touchdown came on a 16-yard pass from Aidan Capizzi to Luke Owens.

For the Cougars, Murray ground out 66 yards on 22 carries, providing consistent offensive pressure throughout the game. Capizzi completed 11 of 22 passes for 88 yards in the win.

The undefeated start has the Cranford program moving in a positive direction as the season progresses. The Cougars have now won five games straight and are setting themselves up for a deep playoff run.

Cranford will travel to South Plainfield (4-2) next Friday night. The Panthers are coming off a 4-2 record and will present a solid test for the undefeated Cougars.

FAQ

Q: How did Cranford win the game against Montgomery?
A: Cranford won 13-12 in double overtime. After Montgomery scored first in the second OT and failed the extra point, leaving Cranford down 12-6, Logan Murray scored a 6-yard touchdown run and Joel Quintana's extra point gave Cranford the 13-12 victory.

Q: What is Cranford's current record?
A: Cranford is undefeated at 5-0. This is their best start to a season since 2021, when they finished 11-1 and won the NJSIAA North 2, Group 3 championship.

Q: Who scored for Cranford in regulation?
A: Aidan Capizzi threw a 16-yard touchdown pass to Luke Owens in the second quarter. That was Cranford's only touchdown in the first half. Both teams were shut out in the second half of regulation play.

Q: What were Logan Murray's stats?
A: Logan Murray carried the ball 22 times for 66 yards and scored the game-winning touchdown run in the second overtime. His ground game provided consistent offensive pressure throughout the game.

Q: What were Aidan Capizzi's passing stats?
A: Capizzi completed 11 of 22 passes for 88 yards in the win. He threw one touchdown pass (the 16-yard TD to Luke Owens in the second quarter).

Q: What's Cranford's next game?
A: Cranford will travel to South Plainfield (currently 4-2) next Friday night, October 10, 2026. South Plainfield is coming off a 4-2 record and will present a solid test for the undefeated Cougars.