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Upsala/Swanville Overwhelms Belgrade‑Brooten‑Elrosa in Section 5A Final
Belgrade‑Brooten‑Elrosa Football concluded its 2025 campaign with a 54‑12 defeat to Upsala/Swanville Area in the Minnesota Section 5A championship held Friday at the Fargodome. The Patriots, led by a powerful ground game, built an early advantage after Ethan Barthel’s one‑yard plunge in the second quarter. Carson Primus added three touchdowns as Upsala/Swanville dominated to capture the section title and advance to the state tournament. Despite the loss, Belgrade‑Brooten‑Elrosa displayed resilience throughout the season under coach Chris Moscho’s leadership. The team closes the year with competitive performances in Minnesota’s high school football landscape.