Gateway unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They received a blow on Friday as they fell 33-14 to the Highlands Ranch Falcons. Despite 109 more yards than the Falcons, the Olympians couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Gateway lost despite a true team effort on offense. The best among them was Gio Wynn, who rushed for 99 yards, and also picked up 45 receiving yards. Lyric Wynn was another key player, gaining 103 total yards and a touchdown.
Highlands Ranch's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Daniel Schnittker led the charge by rushing for 95 yards and one touchdown. Those 95 rushing yards gave Schnittker a new career-high. George West also helped with two scores in total.
Highlands Ranch has started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
Looking ahead, Gateway is headed away from home for the first time to face off against Greeley West at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Highlands Ranch, they will square off against Aurora Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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