Timpview's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They breezed past the Payson Lions to the tune of 59-13. The Thunderbirds' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Timpview found their leader in sophomore Dennis Tuaone, who rushed for 23 yards and a pair of scores, and also picked up 48 receiving yards and one TD. Another player making a difference was Cole Engemann, who threw for 104 yards and three touchdowns on only eight passes.
Special teams was a major factor in the game for Timpview, racking up 19 points in total. The biggest highlight from special teams (and perhaps the team as a whole) came courtesy of Taani Tuha, who ran a kickoff back for a touchdown. Another bright spot was a punt return touchdown from Grafton Crisler.
Thunderbirds
| Taimani Tela | 2 |
| Tonga Tauteoli | 1 |
| Braxton Wilkerson | 1 |
Timpview didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off four passes before the game was over. Taimani Tela led the group effort, picking up two of those interceptions all by himself. Braxton Wilkerson got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Despite the loss, Payson still got an impressive performance from David Fullmer, who picked up 112 receiving yards and one TD. Fullmer is crushing it when it comes to receiving yards: he's posted at least 112 every time he's taken the field this season.
Timpview's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Payson, their loss dropped their record down to an identical 1-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Timpview will challenge Wasatch at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Wasps will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Thunderbirds surely won't give up without a fight. As for Payson, they will face off against Maple Mountain at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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