Basalt was the 26-0 winner over Evergreen when they last played one another back in September of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Longhorns and the Cougars were almost perfectly matched up on Friday, but the Longhorns suffered a 16-15 defeat.
When it comes to explaining why Basalt lost, don't look at Jude Webb. Despite the final result, he rushed for 85 yards and one score on only 12 carries. The bulk of those rushing yards came from one huge play: a run that gained an incredible 50 yards. Will Tarallo got in on the action too, returning a kick for a touchdown.
Most of the squad's points came courtesy of special teams, who contributed nine in total. The biggest highlight from special teams (and perhaps the team as a whole) came courtesy of Tarallo, who ran a kickoff back for a touchdown.
Gianni Volpe had an outrageously good game for Evergreen as he rushed for 128 yards and one TD. Volpe didn't just play on offense: he also made four total tackles and defended two passes.
Basalt's loss dropped their record down to 1-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Basalt will host Rifle at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Evergreen, they will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Montbello at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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