Mountain View gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They secured a 40-36 W over the Payson Lions. That's more bragging rights for the Bruins, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Mountain View's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Tate Johnson, who threw for 257 yards and four TDs. Another player making a difference was Hyrum Stafford, who picked up 77 receiving yards and three scores.
Bruins
| 08/15/25 vs Payson | 205 |
| 10/25/24 @ Uintah | 89 |
| 10/16/24 @ Provo | 94 |
| 10/10/24 vs Jordan | 187 |
| 10/04/24 vs Salem Hills | 136 |
| + 4 more games |
Mountain View was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 205 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in September of 2024.
When it comes to explaining why Payson lost, don't look at Trevyn Wall. Despite the final result, he threw for 358 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 11.9 yards per attempt, and also punched in a pair of TDs on the ground. Wall has been hot, having posted three or more passing touchdowns the last five times he's played. Valentin Sanchez was Wall's top target, picking up 62 receiving yards and a pair of scores.
Looking ahead, Mountain View is packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game of the season: they will face off against Tooele at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Payson, they will welcome Juab at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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