Football Recap: Joe Harris Leads a Balanced Attack to Beat Vail Christian

By Team Reports Oct 30, 2024, 8:55am

Football Recap: Hayden Tigers vs. Vail Christian Saints

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Hayden hadn't done well against Vail Christian recently (they were 0-6 in their previous six matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Saturday. Everything went the Hayden Tigers' way against the Vail Christian Saints as the Hayden Tigers made off with a 34-8 victory. The Tigers might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four contests by 26 points or more this season.

Hayden got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Joe Harris out in front who rushed for 86 yards and two touchdowns on only eight carries. Another player making a difference was Ethan Silva, who gained 108 total yards and a touchdown.

Another reason for the win was Hayden's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for six sacks. The heavy lifting was done by Ryder Weber and Brody Frentress, who racked up all six sacks between them.

The victory made it two in a row for Hayden and bumps their season record up to 4-4. As for Vail Christian, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-4.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hayden will face off against West Grand at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. West Grand will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something Hayden surely won't give up without a fight. As for Vail Christian, they will take on Lake County at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Lake County is coming into the match with five straight defeats on the road, meaning Vail Christian will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.

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