MADISON, Wis. — The Grafton Black Hawks won the WIAA Division 3 football state championship at Camp Randall Stadium with a victory Friday, giving them their first title since 1982.

Grafton, which had the ball first to start Friday’s game, was comfortably leading 14-7. With just minutes left in the fourth quarter, Will Mikonowizc scored a touchdown, giving Reedsburg the lead and seemingly turning the tide.

Community celebrates Grafton win

However, with just seconds remaining in the fourth quarter, Graysen Bollech kicked a 35-yard field goal, putting Grafton back in the lead and ultimately handing them the win with a final score of 17-15. It marked their third championship win.

Four of Grafton’s previous championship appearances came during an eight-year span from 1977 to 1984. They won

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