Lowell’s Late TD Lifts Burlington-Edison Over Squalicum in Season Opener

Burlington-Edison opened its season with a dramatic Northwest 2A Conference victory Friday night, edging Squalicum 20–16 on the road.

With just 1:05 left to play, Jacob Lowell broke free for a 16-yard touchdown run to put the Tigers ahead for good. Lowell finished with 90 yards on 14 carries and scored both of Burlington-Edison’s rushing touchdowns.

Quarterback Owen Stewart powered the offense with 125 rushing yards on 18 carries and went 8-for-17 passing for 114 yards, highlighted by an 18-yard scoring strike to Jake VanPelt.

Lowell also starred on defense, tallying 12 tackles, a sack, and a forced fumble to help seal the win.