Jesuit Secures Metro League Lead With Win Over Westview
The Crusaders overcome an early deficit to claim a 21-14 victory at Westview High School.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Football
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Jesuit High School moved into a commanding position for the Metro League title after mounting a second-half comeback to defeat Westview High School 21-14. The Crusaders secured 14 unanswered points to overcome an early deficit as the Westview offense stalled following a key injury.
Why it matters
The victory places Jesuit at the top of the Metro League standings as the regular season draws to a close. Fans now look toward the final matchups to see which team will claim the ultimate league crown.
Jesuit recorded 14 unanswered second-half points to seal the 21-14 victory, supported by Luke Ortner who tallied 142 rushing yards on 26 carries. While Jesuit controls their path to the title, the impact of Westview's injury-depleted offense on upcoming standings remains to be seen.
The players
Jesuit High School
A private college-preparatory school in the Portland metro area known for its competitive athletic programs.
Westview High School
A public high school located in the Beaverton area.
Luke Ortner
The Jesuit running back who provided 142 rushing yards and two touchdowns in the victory.
Hank Whitworth
The Westview player who scored both of the Wildcats' touchdowns before exiting with a leg injury.
The details
After falling behind early, Jesuit took control behind the rushing efforts of Luke Ortner, who scored two touchdowns including the game-winner. Westview had initially dominated the ground game behind Hank Whitworth, but the Wildcats offense struggled to sustain drives after Whitworth left the field with a leg injury in the third quarter. Jack Wilson anchored the Jesuit passing attack, throwing for 190 yards and a touchdown to Oliver Holverson.
Timeline
October 23, 2026: Jesuit defeated Westview 21-14.
Beyond the Bridges
This outcome marks a pivotal moment in the 2026 Metro League title race. It fundamentally shifts the trajectory of the season as teams position themselves for the final playoffs.
Jesuit fans should look ahead to the regular season finale as the team prepares to host Sunset. Meanwhile, Westview supporters will watch for updates on the team's travel plans for their upcoming road game against Southridge.
The takeaway
Jesuit currently holds a strong advantage for the league title following this comeback win. Keep an eye on the final scores of the upcoming Sunset and Southridge games to see who secures the top seed.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Beaverton Valley Times.
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