Ogallala lost against Cozad back in September of 2024, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Indians took a 17-12 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Haymakers. While the Indians had to settle for second, they closed the game well in the third quarter, where they outscored the Haymakers 6-0.
Several Indians players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Kolby Nowak, who rushed for 72 yards and one score. The bulk of those rushing yards came from one huge play: a run that gained an incredible 65 yards. Rhys Gilmore also helped out with an impressive 81 receiving yards.
Cozad's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Julien Davis, who rushed for 57 yards and one touchdown, and also threw for 114 yards and one TD. Those 114 passing yards gave Davis a new career-high.
Ogallala now has a losing record of 1-2. As for Cozad, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Ogallala will challenge Gering at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Cozad, they will take on Chase County on Friday.
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