Football Recap: Carter Camac's Menacing Defense Leads Highland over Casteel + How To Watch

Highland gave up the first points on Friday, but they didn't give up any more after. They managed a 26-20 victory over the Casteel Colts. For the Hawks, this counts as revenge for the 29-27 win the Colts walked away with the last time they faced one another back in November of 2024.

Cayman Mullenaux

Rushing Yards

09/26/25 vs Saguaro	125
10/10/25 @ Casteel	107
08/28/25 @ Higley	81
09/19/25 @ Perry	80
09/05/25 @ Anna	44

Among those leading the charge was Paiden Cash Dalhaug, who threw for 187 yards and a pair of TDs, and also punched in one touchdown on the ground. Highland also got a significant boost from Cayman Mullenaux, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 107 yards.

Highland's run defense was locked in: Casteel could only muster 2.7 yards per carry. The team can thank Cole Allen for the heroic effort on defense: he. Highland's ground attack was stronger, having averaged 5.3.

Highland's defense didn't let Tee Smith, get away unscathed either: they got into the backfield for three sacks. Leading the way was Carter Camac with two. Highland got some further help from Allen: he made nine total tackles (1.0 for loss) and snagged an interception.

Highland's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-4. As for Casteel, their defeat was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 3-3.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Highland will square off against Horizon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Casteel, they will face off against Desert Vista at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Colts will be up against the Thunder's rather soft defense (which has allowed 37.5 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.