Heppner had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. They were the clear victor by a 40-16 margin over the Gold Beach Panthers. With the Mustangs ahead 34-0 at the half, the game was all but over already.
Alakae Rodriguez was nothing short of spectacular: he rushed for 54 yards and four touchdowns.
Heppner will welcome Colton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Heppner will be looking to keep their three-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for Gold Beach, they are headed away from home for the first time to challenge Salem Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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