With one week to go before the official start of the football season, four eight-man teams met up in Claflin for a jamboree. Â The Central Plains Oilers hosted the LaCrosse Leopards, Otis-Bison Cougars, and the Spearville Royal Lancers.
Each side had three turns on offense to run 12 plays. Â The jamboree gave these schools a great opportunity to see some different players and plays before they start the season.
Below are some of the pictures I took at the game:
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Central Plains Oilers hosted an Eight-man Football Jamboree with Otis-Bison, LaCrosse, and Spearville at Central Plains High School in Claflin, Kansas on August 26, 2022. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The third week of the football season saw an undefeated Stafford Trojans travel to face the Otis-Bison Cougars. The Cougars entered the game with a 500 record of 1 and 1.
Homecoming festivities kicked the night off. After the crowning, both teams took to the field for the game.
The game started slowly, but Otis-Bison then took over after eight minutes of gameplay. The Cougars would go on to lead 38 to 0 at halftime. Stafford managed to lengthen out the game to a couple of minutes into the fourth quarter before Otis-Bison ended the contest with a score of 50 to 0.
Below are some of the pictures I took at the game:
Freshman attendants Dalton Regan and Jode McCallie stand during Homecoming festivities. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Sophomore attendants Bryce Frazier and Danica Bartonek stand during Homecoming festivities. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Junior attendants Martin Lopez and Amanda Sizemore stand during Homecoming festivities. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Homecoming King and Queen candidates Caleb Cheely and Kaylin Knaple stand during Homecoming festivities. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Homecoming King and Queen candidates Lucas Higgason and Hannah Tanger stand during Homecoming festivities. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Stafford Trojan #2 Justice Manning hands off the ball to #12 Caleb Hildebrand in the first quarter. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #17 Anton Foust holds the ball out from himself in the second quarter. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #80 Seth Hoopingarner tackles Stafford Trojan #2 Justice Manning in the first quarter. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #44 Kaden Schwartz punches the ball out from the hands of Stafford Trojan #2 Justice Manning. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #80 Seth Hoopingarner jumps on a loose ball to cause a turnover. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #17 Anton Foust throws a pass. Otis-Bison Cougar #17 Anton Foust throws a pass in the second quarter. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Stafford Trojan #2 Justice Manning throws a pass. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougars #44 Kaden Schwartz and #94 Kendall Steinert fire off the line to engage the Stafford Trojan defensive line. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #2 Caleb Cheely is tackled by Stafford Trojan #4 Ethan Hildebrand. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #2 Caleb Cheely falls to the ground after being tackled by Stafford Trojan #4 Ethan Hildebrand. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #80 Seth Hoopingarner looks up at an approaching pass. The Stafford Trojans faced the Otis-Bison Cougars at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #20 Bevan Gradig carries the ball. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Stafford Trojans by a score of 50 to 0 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Stafford Trojans and Otis-Bison Cougars shake hands following the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Stafford Trojans by a score of 50 to 0 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Both teams came together for a prayer after the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Stafford Trojans by a score of 50 to 0 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Stafford Trojan #13 Ryan Sammons and Otis-Bison Cougar #9 Logan Thille holds hand during a post game prayer. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Stafford Trojans by a score of 50 to 0 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Otis-Bison Cougars and Stafford Trojans join together for a post game prayer. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Stafford Trojans by a score of 50 to 0 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on September 14, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
When you shoot sports, the action is front and center. Sports photographers call the pinnacle moment of a play “peak action.” Yet, one of the most powerful things you can capture is emotion.
The emotion of winning or losing a game. The emotion of cheering on a teammate or showing the frustration from a mistake.
Then there is the emotion from the end of a competition.
After the final horn or whistle sounds and the two sides of the athletic event shook hands, parents, classmates, friends and other fans will stream onto the field of play. Many times a player will be greeted with handshakes and pats on the back (or pads if it’s football).
This time presents ample opportunities to capture emotional greetings. Especially if the game held importance to one or both sides.
On November 6, 2010, the Otis-Bison Cougars made the long trip to Bird City for an Eight-Man Division II Regional Match against the Cheylin Cougars. The afternoon football game saw Otis-Bison continue on their winning ways with a 51 to 6 victory. The victory was their tenth straight game that ended due to the 45-point mercy rule.
It also meant the Cougars would play in the Sub-State game the next week for the first time since 1992.
To say it was a significant win for the team would be an understatement.
After the final whistle, as happened in all the previous weeks, the fans, friends, and family greeted the players on the field. I switched lenses on my camera to my wide-angle 18-55mm kit lens from my standard 70-200m. This allowed me to get closer to people and capture some of the emotion of the moment.
One I gladly captured occurred between Otis-Bison’s star running back/linebacker Michael Hlavaty and his father Mark.
Out of the corner of my eye, I saw Mark closing in on his son. It was not hard to see how proud he was of his boy and the performance he just gave on the field. He closed the distance and embraced his son, pads and all, tightly.
Mark Hlavaty hugs his son Michael after the Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Cheylin Cougars 51-6 in the Eight-Man Division II Regional game on November 10, 2010 at Cheylin High School in Bird City, Kansas (Photo Credit Joey Bahr, joeybahr.com)
I snapped away as I moved from one side to the other. Of the few frames I quickly looked at on the back of my camera, I knew I captured a special moment between a father and son.
Otis-Bison would go on and win the Sub-State game but lost in the State Championship game. The 2010 team provided the Cougars their second banner, both for Eight Man Runner Ups.
I decided to take this photo and make something special out of it by printing it large and framing it and gave it to Mark for Christmas. I know this would be something he would enjoy having as a reminder of that great day and moment.
The Boys Third Place game in the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam saw the Otis-Bison Cougars facing off with the Ellsworth Bearcats.
Ellsworth built a lead in the first half of 11 points by the break. In the second half, the Cougars tried to close the gap, but failed to make up enough ground. The Bearcats won the game and Third Place in the tournament with a 58 to 37 score.
Below are some of the pictures I took at the game:
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse and Ellsworth Bearcat #3 Jordan Base jump for the opening tip off. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #33 Anton Foust brings the ball up the court as Ellsworth Bearcat #11 Chris Fitzgerald defends. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #12 Luke Higgason goes for a layup as Ellsworth Bearcat #14 Grant Gwinner tries to block. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #12 Luke Higgason shoots a free throw attempt. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse tries to pull the ball away from Ellsworth Bearcat #2 Remington Cravens. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse shoots from the free throw line. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse dives for a loose ball as Ellsworth Bearcat #1 Kash Travnicheck tries to corral it. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #1 Blake Bahr shoots a three point shot. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat Head Coach Ryan Webber calls out to his players. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #14 Seth Hoopingarner shoots a deep jump shot. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #13 Clade Anderson tries to block a shot by Ellsworth Bearcat #2 Remington Cravens as contact is made. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #2 Caleb Cheely holds the ball up as he looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #33 Anton Foust shoots a free throw attempt. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Head Coach Curtis Little discusses a move with an official. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #2 Remington Cravens drives to near the basket. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #2 Remington Cravens goes for a layup as Otis-Bison Cougar #13 Clade Anderson defends. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #11 Chris Fitzgerald shoots a jump shot. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #23 Bransen Schulte brings the ball down the court. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #2 Remington Cravens shoots a jump shot over Otis-Bison Cougars #33 Anton Foust and #13 Clade Anderson. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse passes the ball to a teammate. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #14 Seth Hoopingarner brings the ball down the court. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #1 Blake Bahr drives with the ball. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #14 Seth Hoopingarner drives to the basket. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #2 Remington Cravens tries to knock the ball away from Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #2 Remington Cravens shoots a free throw attempt. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #1 Kash Travnicheck looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #13 Drew Kratzer looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #1 Kash Travnicheck shoots a layup. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #1 Kash Travnicheck shoots a free throw attempt. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Ellsworth Bearcat #11 Chris Fitzgerald looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Otis-Bison Cougars and Ellsworth Bearcats shake hands following the game. The Ellsworth Bearcats defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 37 in the Third Place game of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The last game for the fourth day meant one last spot for the Boys Championship game for the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam. The Otis-Bison Cougars faced off against the hosting Hoisington Cardinals.
Hoisington came into the game with a plan to limit the scoring threats of the Cougars. They took way many opportunities for Clade Anderson and left the work on the shoulders of Maitland Wiltse. Wiltse accounted for almost half of Otis-Bison’s 46 points, but the Cardinals totaled 58 on the night.
The win means the Cardinals will play for a chance to be Hoisington Winter Jam Champions for a third straight year.
Below are some of the pictures I took at the game:
Otis-Bison Cougar #14 Seth Hoopingarner pulls the ball back to pass it to a teammate. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
A Hoisington student yells support for his team. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #1 Blake Bahr brings the ball down the court. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse splits the defense of Hoisington Cardinals #4 Mason Haxton and #2 Avery Brewer. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #10 Jayce Kohls looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #14 Seth Hoopingarner dribbles between Hoisington Cardinals #21 Isaac Prosser and #5 Ryan Woydziak. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #33 Anton Foust looks for an open teammate as Hoisington Cardinal #5 Ryan Woydziak defends. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #33 Anton Foust goes for a layup. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse tries to poke away the ball from Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #3 Xavier Robinson shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal Head Coach Kyle Haxton watches a play develop. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #0 Drew Nicholson shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #21 Isaac Prosser shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Hoisington Cardinals and Otis-Bison Cougars shake hands following the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Otis-Bison Cougars by a score of 58 to 46 in the Semi-Final of the 2018 Hoisington Winter Jam at the Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 19, 2018. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The start of a new season presents a team with a clean slate to the year. Walking onto the field for the first time, both sides are 0-0. The question that hands over the field is what’s going to happen when the whistle blows and a foot connects with a football for the first time?
The Otis-Bison Cougars traveled to face the St. John Tigers for the season opener. Both teams came into the game with short rosters. The Cougars suited up only fourteen players, the Tigers nine.
The Cougars quickly piled up the points on the board with only three plays from scrimmage and two pick sixes that made the score 20 to 0 with only six minutes and change remaining in the first quarter. St. John did control the clock and were able to move the ball some, but they failed to truly threaten to score.
By the end of the first half, the Cougars registered 58 points on the board to the Tigers 0. The game ended at halftime due to the 45-point rule.
Below are some of the pictures I took at the game:
Otis-Bison Cougar #8 Daniel Scott catches a pass during pre-game warmups. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
St. John Tiger Head Coach Mike Joiner talks to a player as he stretches prior to the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
St. John Tiger Head Coach Mike Joiner calls out for his players to hit the deck prior to the start of the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
St. John Tiger #7 Eddy Ibarra leads the team onto the field prior to the start of the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Head Coach Travis Starr addresses his players during warmups prior to the start of the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Jenna Hlavaty hands out water bottles to players before the start of the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Head Coach Travis Starr talks to his Senior players #7 Blake Bahr, #8 Daniel Scott, #45 Landon Hoopingarner, and #37 Clade Anderson before the start of the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Otis-Bison Cougars line up for the National Anthem prior to the start of the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
St. John Tiger #68 Trevor Tanner carries the game ball on to the field during player introductions. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Otis-Bison Cougar team captains walk out onto the field for the coin toss. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The St. John Tiger team captains walk out on to the field for the coin toss. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Captains from both team track the coin as it is tossed into the sky. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
St. John Tiger #7 Eddy Ibarra kicks off the ball to start the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #7 Blake Bahr carries the ball in the first quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #7 Blake Bahr runs through a St. John Tiger tackle in the first quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #45 Landon Hoopingarner muscles through block of St. John Tiger #68 Trevor Tanner in the first quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
St. John Tiger #22 Keven Neri Leon rushes with the ball in the first quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #7 Blake Bahr reaches out to tackle St. John Tiger #22 Keven Neri Leon in the first quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #7 Blake Bahr jumps in front of St. John Tiger #5 Jorden Taylor and the pass intended for him for an interception that turned into a touchdown in the first quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #17 Anton Foust muscles through the block of St. John Tiger #10 Eddy Calleros in the first quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #80 Seth Hoopingarner jumps to intercept a pass in the first quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #80 Seth Hoopingarner looks down the field at a possible St. John Tiger tackler in the first quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
St. John Tiger #81 Dalton Nemec, the lone substitute for the team, stands on the sideline in the first quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #17 Anton Foust throws a pass to #37 Clade Anderson as St. John Tiger #7 Eddy Ibarra pressures him in the first quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
St. John Tiger #87 Conner Engel carries the ball in the first quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
St. John Tiger #22 Keven Neri Leon throws a pass in the second quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #8 Daniel Scott runs with the ball as St. John Tiger #22 Keven Neri Leon reaches out to tackle him in the second quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #7 Blake Bahr rushes with the ball in the second quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #17 Anton Foust steps beyond the tackle of St. John Tiger #7 Eddy Ibarra in the second quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #17 Anton Foust avoids a tackle in the second quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #17 Anton Foust rushes with the ball in the second quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
St. John Tiger Head Coach Mike Joiner tells #4 Cashe McVay the next play in the second quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #87 Maitland Wiltse checks to see if he is on or off the line in the second quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #52 Luke Higgason rushes with the ball in the second quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #8 Daniel Scott runs towards the end zone in the second quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #8 Daniel Scott stares down St. John Tiger #7 Eddy Ibarra as he nears the end zone in the second quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #87 Maitland Wiltse breaks up a pass intended for St. John Tiger #5 Jorden Taylor in the second quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #17 Anton Foust calls out a play at the line of scrimmage in the second quarter. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougars #45 Landon Hoopingarner and #52 Luke Higgason wait to shake hands of the St. John Tigers after the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Otis-Bison Cougars and St. John Tigers shake hands following the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougars #20 Bevan Gradig, #52 Luke Higgason, and #87 Maitland Wiltse hold hands during a post-game prayer. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #20 Bevan Gradig prays has him and his teammates hold hands following the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Otis-Bison Cougars breakdown after the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the St. John Tigers by a score of 58 to 0 at St. John High School in St. John, Kansas on September 1, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Going into the night with a perfect record, the Otis-Bison Cougars took on the host Hoisington Cardinals in the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam Boys Semi-Final.
Both teams held the other in check for a total of 16 points for the first quarter. The defensive struggle continued on to Halftime with a 19 to 17 score in favor of the Cardinals.
Then in the third quarter, Hoisington took off on a ten point run and never looked back. They handed Otis-Bison their first loss of the season with a final score of 56 to 39.
Below are some of the pictures I took at the game:
Hoisington Cardinal #11 Tyler Specht greets fans after being introduced prior to the start of the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #13 Clade Anderson and Hoisington Cardinal #5 Cameron Davis jump for the opening tip off. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #11 Trevor Trapp looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #31 Kade Urban drives towards the lane. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #1 Blake Bahr tries to block a shot taken by Hoisington Cardinal #1 Brenner Donovan. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #33 Anton Foust looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal Head Coach Kyle Haxton talks to an official about a previous call. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #25 Braxton Donovan pursues Otis-Bison Cougar #11 Trevor Trapp down the court. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #1 Blake Bahr watches Hoisington Cardinal #22 Grant Dolechek dribble the ball. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #22 Grant Dolechek tips a shot from Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #33 Anton Foust shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #11 Trevor Trapp tries to block a shot from Hoisington Cardinal #22 Grant Dolechek. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #5 Cameron Davis looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #14 Alex Schremmer signals for a teammate to move up the court. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #1 Brenner Donovan watches a shot go towards the bucket. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #22 Grant Dolechek shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Head Coach Curtis Little watches a defensive play develop. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #31 Kyle Lang looks for a teammate to pass the ball to as Otis-Bison Cougar #23 Maitland Wiltse defends. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #3 Xavier Robinson tries to block a shot by Otis-Bison Cougar #33 Anton Foust. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #22 Grant Dolechek goes past Otis-Bison Cougar #13 Clade Anderson for a layup. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinals #11 Tyler Specht and #5 Cameron Davis pull up #22 Grant Dolechek off the floor after a hard foul. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Hoisington Cardinal Cheerleaders perform a stunt during a timeout. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #25 Braxton Donovan tries to pass the ball as Otis-Bison Cougar #33 Anton Foust closes in. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #1 Brenner Donovan brings the ball behind his back as he heads down the court. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #1 Blake Bahr steals a ball from Hoisington Cardinal #1 Brenner Donovan. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #22 Grant Dolechek prepares to shoot the ball. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #24 Eric Barrett shoots a jump shot as Otis-Bison Cougars #33 Anton Foust and #1 Blake Bahr try to block it. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #5 Cameron Davis goes for a layup as Otis-Bison Cougars #11 Trevor Trapp, #23 Maitland Wiltse, and #33 Anton Foust try to defend. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #24 Eric Barrett posts up as Otis-Bison Cougar #11 Trevor Trapp shoots over him. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #1 Brenner Donovan shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal #14 Alex Schremmer drives down the court. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #1 Blake Bahr swats at a shot by Hoisington Cardinal #14 Alex Schremmer. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
A Hoisington High School student makes the traveling signal after it was called on the opposing team. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Head Coach Curtis Little gives a play to #23 Maitland Wiltse. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #31 Kade Urban looks for a teammate to pass the ball to. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #31 Kade Urban shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #24 Tanner Loucks goes for a shot as Hoisington Cardinal #31 Kyle Lang tries to avoid him. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #24 Tanner Loucks shoots a free throw attempt. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #24 Tanner Loucks gets on defense against Hoisington Cardinal #43 Nash Stambaugh. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar #2 Caleb Cheely flashes towards the lane. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Hoisington Student Section cheers in victory as the clock winds down at the end of the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Hoisington Cardinals and Otis-Bison Cougars shake hands following the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated Otis-Bison Cougars 56 to 39 in the Boys Semi-Final of the 2017 Hoisington Winter Jam at Hoisington Activity Center in Hoisington, Kansas on January 20, 2017. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
For Eight Man football, this is their second week in District play. The Greeley County Jackrabbits traveled to face the Otis-Bison Cougars.
The Jackrabbits won the coin toss and took the ball. The Otis-Bison Defense quickly asserted itself and combined with a potent, multi-threat Offense, the Cougars won 62 to 6.
Below are some of the pictures I took at the game:
Three Greeley County Jackrabbits warm up in the setting sun. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The setting sun reflects off of spider webs on the field. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Greeley County Jackrabbit Sean Lehman (#88) catches a pass during warmups. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Football signs with the Otis-Bison player names are set on the side of the field. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Otis-Bison Cougars march towards the field. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Bryce Maneth (#95) leads his teammates towards the field. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Otis-Bison Cougars line up for the playing of the National Anthem. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Kade Urban (#10) slaps hands of teammates during player introductions. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Bryce Maneth (#95) greets teammates during player introductions. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Team captains shake hands prior to the start of the game. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Team captains watch the coin toss. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Greeley County Jackrabbit Darien Ibarra (#3) pulls in the opening kickoff. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Bryce Maneth (#95) launches towards Greeley County Jackrabbit Jaly Yanez (#58). The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Anton Foust (#17) forces the ball out of the hands of Greeley County Jackrabbit Nathan Miller (#24). The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Anton Foust (#17) stiff arms Greeley County Jackrabbit Sean Lehman (#88). The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Kade Urban (#10) throws a pass. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Seth Hoopingarner (#80) kicks off the ball after a touchdown. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Greeley County Jackrabbit Nathan Miller (#24) spins to toss the ball to Sean Lehman (#88). The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Greeley County Jackrabbit Nathan Miller (#24) throws a pass to Thatcher Lackey (#34) as Otis-Bison Cougar Bryce Maneth (#95) applies pressure. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Blake Bahr (#7) rushes with the ball as Greeley County Jackrabbit Sean Lehman (#88) pursues. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Blake Bahr (#7) scores a touchdown as Greeley County Jackrabbit Sean Lehman (#88) tries to tackle him. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Brad Lightfoot (#21) dashes for the end zone. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Greeley County Jackrabbit Nathan Miller (#24) gives the next play to his teammates. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Kade Urban (#10) watches the Greeley County Jackrabbit Offense. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Luke Higgason (#52) moves around Greeley County Jackrabbit Frank Mendoza (#69). The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Head Coach Travis Starr watches a play develop. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Greeley County Jackrabbit Thatcher Lackey (#34) punts the ball. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Brad Lightfoot (#21) runs for the end zone. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Brad Lightfoot (#21) rushes down the field. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Greeley County Jackrabbit Frank Mendoza (#69) tries to break up a pass to Otis-Bison Cougar Anton Foust (#17). The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Greeley County Jackrabbit Nathan Miller (#24) throws a pass. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Blake Bahr (#7) runs for the end zone to score a touchdown. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Blake Bahr (#7) breaks away from the line of scrimmage. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Blake Bahr (#7) dashes down the field. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Manager Jenna Hlavaty hands out water bottles during a time out. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Otis-Bison Cougar Head Coach Travis Starr talks to his Defense during a timeout. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Greeley County Jackrabbit Darien Ibarra (#3) scores a touchdown as Otis-Bison Cougar Justin Scott (#9) pursues. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Greeley County Jackrabbit Frank Mendoza (#69) kicks off the ball. The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Otis-Bison Cougars take a knee as trainers and coaches tend to Justin Scott (#9). The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Greeley County Jackrabbit Head Coach Kyle Finder gives the next play to Nathan Miller (#24). The Otis-Bison Cougars defeated the Greeley County Jackrabbits 62 to 6 at Cougar Field in Otis, Kansas on October 7, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)