Hernando won the last time they faced Pasco and things went their way on Friday too. The Leopards came out on top against the Pirates by a score of 27-18. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Leopards.
Michael Saltsman
| 10/03/25 vs Pasco | 158 |
| 09/26/25 vs Central | 95 |
| 09/19/25 @ Springstead | 69 |
| 09/12/25 @ Crystal River | 154 |
| 08/29/25 @ Hollins | 152 |
| + 5 more games |
Hernando was led to victory by Jerry Brown and Michael Saltsman. Brown rushed for 125 yards and two touchdowns on only 13 carries, while Saltsman rushed for 41 yards and one TD. What's more, Saltsman racked up 158 passing yards, the most he's had since back in October of 2024.
Hernando's run defense was locked in: Pasco could only muster 1.7 yards per carry. The team can thank Mason Pauliot for the heroic effort on defense: he. Hernando is a perfect 3-0 when they shut down the run game so well.
Hernando's defense didn't let Bryce Frix, get away unscathed either: they got into the backfield for 6.5 sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Pauliot, Vincent Pittman, and Anthony Gaynor, who each picked up one sack apiece. Another thorn in Pasco's side was Pauliot, who picked up a sack and made 16 total tackles.
Although Pasco took the loss, they still got scores from Gio Reyes, Frix, and Sage Stinyard.
Hernando's record now sits at 4-2. As for Pasco, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-6.
Coming up, Hernando will head out on the road to face off against Citrus at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Leopards will be up against the Hurricanes' rather soft defense (which has allowed 45.57 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Pasco, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Fivay at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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