Hawks
| 09/26/25 vs Saguaro | 28 |
| 09/19/25 @ Perry | 10 |
| 09/05/25 @ Anna | 9 |
| 08/28/25 @ Higley | 6 |
| 09/12/25 vs Liberty | 3 |
Highland faced Saguaro in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. The Hawks walked away with a 28-21 victory over the Sabercats. The Hawks' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
This one was won in the trenches and the lion's share of the credit has to go to Kruz Cullimore and Cayman Mullenaux. Cullimore gained 131 total yards and two touchdowns while Mullenaux rushed for 125 yards and one touchdown. Cullimore was no stranger to the big play, lighting up the secondary with a catch that went for 55 yards.
Highland didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Bentley Anderson and Grady Crandall. Crandall is also crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least six every time he's taken the field this season.
Highland's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Saguaro, they now have a losing record of 2-3.
Highland will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Casteel at 7:00 p.m. on October 10. The Hawks' defense better be ready for this one: the Colts have averaged an impressive 28 points per game this season. As for Saguaro, they will challenge Higley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The game will give the Sabercats their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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