Hutchinson couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were outmatched by the Andover Central Jaguars at home and fell 37-7. The Salthawks were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 21-0.
Levi Kepler threw for 100 yards and a touchdown.
Taishaun Govain was his top target, picking up 39 receiving yards and a touchdown. On the ground,
Kade Smith rushed for 100 yards.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Andover Central to victory, but perhaps none more so than Jace Adler, who picked up 171 receiving yards and three touchdowns. Adler showed off some serious burst, lighting up the secondary with a catch for 69 yards. Jace Jefferson was another key passer, throwing for 214 yards and three touchdowns while completing 72.7% of his passes.
Hutchinson will host Valley Center at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Andover Central, they will square off against Newton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Andover Central is looking to tack on another W to their four-game streak on the road dating back to last season.
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