Indians Win Big Over Kiowa County
Launch the media gallery 1 playerThe Hoxie Indians display their Regional championship trophy as they add another week to their schedule.
By Emma Schamberger
Photo credit: HHS Yearbook Staff
On Friday, November 6th, the Hoxie Indians competed against Kiowa County Mavericks in the Regional playoff game. The game began with the Indians trailing 6-8 in the first quarter, but the Indians eventually found their momentum. The Indians came out strong in the second quarter, scoring a touchdown within the first minute to take a 14-8 lead. Hoxie continued to build on their lead as the quarter continued. With just five seconds left in the first half, freshman Hadley Juenman threw his first touchdown pass to sophomore Gage Epp to extend their lead and end the first half 28-14.
Coming out of halftime, the Indians kept their lead through the third quarter with the score 34-26. The Indians’ momentum continued as they entered the fourth quarter, and they continued to put points on the board. The final score was a 48-34 victory over Kiowa County, allowing them to move on to the next round of the playoffs.
“We have continued to improve week by week, and we will keep improving on the things that we need to,” said senior Mat Bretz. “Our strengths keep getting better and better, and we’re rolling on through the playoffs.” They will move on to play Lincoln, the #1 seed, on Friday, November 13, at home. Good luck to the Hoxie Indians as they continue their season!