Hayden had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They breezed by the Superior Panthers on the road to the tune of 66-8 on Friday. The win was familiar territory for the Lobos who have now won 13 games in a row dating back to last season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Hayden to victory, but perhaps none more so than Kino Lorona, who rushed for 38 yards and two touchdowns, and also picked up 30 receiving yards and a touchdown. Paul Gaither was another key passer, rushing for 71 yards and a touchdown.
Gaither wasn't the only one working in the rushing yards department: Hayden was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 302 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in September of 2023.
Hayden didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off four passes before the game was over. Ryan Garner led the group effort, picking up two of those interceptions all by himself.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hayden will host Mogollon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hayden will be looking to keep their four-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for Superior, they will welcome Mayer at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hopefully Superior focused on turnovers this week as team gave up four on Friday.
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