After losing to Maize South the last time they met, Hutchinson decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. Everything went the Hutchinson Salthawks' way against the Maize South Mavericks on Friday as the Hutchinson Salthawks made off with a 42-20 victory. Considering the Salthawks have won five games by more than 20 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Hutchinson was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 306 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 268 rushing yards in three consecutive matches.
Hutchinson's defense made their presence known, laying out Tate McNew. 4.5 times. Gavaughn Embers was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up two sackshimself.
Despite the loss, Maize South still got an impressive performance from Landon Gatto, who picked up 181 receiving yards and a touchdown. McNew also helped out by tossing the rock for 251 yards.
Hutchinson pushed their record up to 6-2 with the win, which was their fourth straight on the road. As for Maize South, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-3.
The two teams are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Hutchinson will host South at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hutchinson is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 29.9 points per game this season. As for Maize South, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Salina Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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