Delta had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They fell just short of the Palisade Bulldogs by a score of 30-27 on Friday. The Panthers' loss signaled the end of their 13-game winning streak dating back to last season.
When it comes to explaining why Delta lost, don't look at Ty Reed. Despite the final result, he threw for 260 yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for 43 yards and a touchdown. Deacon Shean was Reed's top target, picking up 108 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Palisade got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Branson Springer out in front who rushed for 39 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 80 yards and a touchdown. Palisade also got a significant boost from Cade Carter, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 105 yards.
Delta will look to defend their home field on Friday against Gunnison at 7:00 p.m. Delta will be looking to keep their five-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for Palisade, they will head out to take on Montrose at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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