It's hard to turn regular season success into postseason wins, a fact Hooks can now relate to. They took a blow against the Grand Saline Indians on Friday, falling 68-27. The Hornets were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 41-21.
When it comes to explaining why Hooks lost, don't look at Ripken Birdwell. Despite the final result, he threw for 229 yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for 38 yards and a touchdown. 84 of Birdwell's passing yards were hauled in by Jay Smith.
Hooks didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Birdwell and Travalyn Aldridge.
Jett Taylor continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines for Grand Saline, rushing for 239 yards and three touchdowns on only 15 carries, while also throwing for 189 yards and two touchdowns on only ten passes. Taylor didn't just play on offense: he also made seven total tackles and defended three passes. Kolton Prox was Taylor's top target, picking up 189 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Hooks has been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-6 record this season. As for Grand Saline, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 11-0.
Hooks does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Grand Saline, they will face off against Woodville at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Grand Saline is looking to tack on another W to their five-game streak on the road.
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