The Clairemont Captains opened league play Friday night by hosting their rival, the Kearny Komets, in a thrilling game that came down to the final seconds. After four quarters of back-and-forth football, Clairemont completed a dramatic comeback to defeat Kearny 21-20.

The Captains entered the fourth quarter trailing 13-20 and found themselves with just two minutes remaining on the clock. With the game hanging in the balance, backup quarterback Bradley Eby stepped into the spotlight and led the Captains on a crucial drive down the field.

With only 20 seconds remaining, senior Jessen Heide found the end zone from the goal line to bring Clairemont within one point, 19-20. With just 11 seconds left on the clock, Head Coach Gonzo made the bold decision to go for the two-point conversion and the win.

Jessen Heide(photographed) ran the 2 point conversion in for the win.

The Captains executed when it mattered most, successfully converting the two-point attempt to take a 21-20 lead.

Kearny had one final opportunity, but the Clairemont defense held strong as the final seconds ticked off the clock, securing an unforgettable league-opening victory for the Captains.

The win gives Clairemont an important victory to begin league play and provides the team with plenty of momentum heading into the remainder of the season. The Captains showed resilience, confidence, and composure when the game mattered most — proving that they are never out of the fight.