McDonogh Stays Unbeaten With 24-10 Victory Over Calvert Hall Behind Herbert, Tees

Game #5 McDonogh Stays Unbeaten With 24-10 Victory Over Calvert Hall Behind Herbert, Tees Quarterback throws two touchdowns, while Matthew Tees breaks an 86-yard scoring run to secure sixth victory. OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Friday, October 2, 2026 — McDonogh remained unbeaten Friday night, defeating Calvert Hall, 24-10, behind an efficient passing performance from Jackson Herbert and an explosive fourth-quarter touchdown run by Matthew Tees. The Eagles improved to 6-0 after building an early lead and maintaining control against the visiting Cardinals. Herbert completed 23 of 32 passes for 218 yards and two touchdowns without an interception. Wide receiver Carlos Ferguson caught nine passes for 104 yards and a touchdown. Tees provided the game's biggest rushing play, finishing with 113 yards and a touchdown on 16 carries. McDonogh struck first when Herbert connected with Ferguson on a 16-yard touchdown pass with 6:43 remaining in the opening quarter. Declan Vaughan converted the extra point to give the Eagles a 7-0 lead. Herbert added another touchdown pass later in the quarter, finding Rob "Sonny" Moore for a 27-yard score. The Eagles led 14-0 after the first period. Vaughan extended the advantage with a 22-yard field goal in the second quarter, pushing McDonogh's lead to 17-0. Calvert Hall answered with a 45-yard field goal, leaving the Cardinals trailing 17-3 at halftime. Neither team scored in the third quarter. Then Tees delivered the decisive play. With 7:43 remaining in the fourth quarter, the McDonogh running back broke free for an 86-yard touchdown run, extending the Eagles' advantage to 24-3. Calvert Hall scored its only touchdown later in the period on a 41-yard pass from quarterback Oliver Noll, but the Cardinals could not close the gap. Noll finished 13-of-28 passing for 145 yards, one touchdown and three interceptions. McDonogh's defense helped contain Calvert Hall's passing attack while the Eagles generated 16 first downs and committed just two penalties. The victory improved McDonogh to 6-0, while Calvert Hall dropped to 2-3. The Eagles will next travel to Archbishop Spalding for an important MIAA A Conference matchup. DMV Gridiron Takeaway: McDonogh combined efficient quarterback play, explosive rushing and a productive defensive performance to remain unbeaten. Herbert's two touchdown passes and Tees' 86-yard scoring run provided the offensive highlights. Final Score: McDonogh 24, Calvert Hall 10 Top Performers - Jackson Herbert, QB: 23-of-32 passing, 218 yards, 2 touchdowns, 0 interceptions. - Matthew Tees, RB: 16 carries, 113 rushing yards, 1 touchdown. - Carlos Ferguson, WR: 9 receptions, 104 yards, 1 touchdown. Scoring Highlights - Q1, 6:43 — Ferguson 16-yard touchdown reception from Herbert. - Q1, 2:23 — Rob "Sonny" Moore 27-yard touchdown reception from Herbert. - Q2, 8:11 — Vaughan 22-yard field goal. - Q4, 7:43 — Tees 86-yard touchdown run. SEO Tags: McDonogh vs Calvert Hall 2026, McDonogh Eagles Football, Jackson Herbert, Matthew Tees, Carlos Ferguson, MIAA A Football, Baltimore High School Football, DMV Gridiron, [SASN.TV](http://sasn.tv/)