Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, September 4, 2026 — The high school football season commenced with a closely contested matchup as Bloomington Jefferson secured a 20-16 victory over Minneapolis Washburn. The season-opening game took place at Bloomington Jefferson High School, setting the tone for both teams’ campaigns.

Bloomington Jefferson’s win was largely propelled by the performance of quarterback Joe Moore. Moore was instrumental in the team’s offensive success, throwing three touchdown passes throughout the game. These crucial scores provided the necessary points to establish and maintain Bloomington Jefferson’s lead.

The game saw Minneapolis Washburn mount a late rally, attempting to close the deficit and potentially secure a win on the road. However, Bloomington Jefferson’s defense and overall game management were able to hold off Washburn’s efforts, ultimately preserving their four-point advantage to clinch the victory. The final score reflected a competitive contest, typical of early-season high school football games where teams are still finding their rhythm.

Details regarding specific plays, drive lengths, or individual defensive statistics for either team were not provided in the summary. The outcome marks the first win of the season for Bloomington Jefferson, while Minneapolis Washburn begins its season with a loss. The next steps for both teams will involve analyzing their performances from this opening game as they prepare for upcoming matchups on their respective schedules.



Story summarized from the original created by Alec Ausmus on kstp.com, see more information here.

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