Football Recap: Hays Triumphant Thanks to a Strong Effort from Anthony Hernandez

By Team Reports Oct 5, 2024, 7:14pm

Football Recap: Hays Hawks vs. Lockhart Lions

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On Friday, the Hays Hawks didn't have too much trouble with the Lockhart Lions at home as they won 31-17. That looming 31-17 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Hawks yet this season.

Anthony Hernandez continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines, rushing for 171 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 7.4 yards per carry. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 105.6 rushing yards per game.

Hays was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 202 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 157 rushing yards in three consecutive games.

Hays now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Lockhart, they dropped their record down to 2-4 with the defeat, which was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season.

Coincidentally, both will both be playing Weiss the next time they take the field. Hays will head out to face Weiss at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, while Lockhart will host them at 7:30 p.m. on October 18th.

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