The undefeated Hoisington Cardinals used a five touchdown performance from Wyatt Pedigo to best the previously undefeated Garden Plain Owls.
Tag: Playoffs
Lakin versus Hoisington 11-8-19
The Lakin Broncs traveled to Hoisington to face the Cardinals in a Class 2A Regional Playoff game. The Cardinals won the game 48 to 7.
Below are some of the pictures I took at the game:
The Hoisington Cardinals perform jumping jacks during pregame warmups. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
Hoisington Cardinal Head Coach Zac Baird greets #53 Cade Boxberger during warmups. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
Hoisington Cardinal #71 Jevon Mogbo swims around #8 Dallen Hutchcraft during warmup drills. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
Hoisington Cardinal #33 Wyatt Pedigo carries the ball during a warmup drill. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
Hoisington Cardinal Head Coach Zac Baird watches #7 Mason Haxton throw a pass during warmups. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
Hoisington Cardinal #7 Mason Haxton throws a pass in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
Hoisington Cardinal #33 Wyatt Pedigo catches a pass in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
Hoisington Cardinal #33 Wyatt Pedigo runs to score his third touchdown of the night in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
Hoisington Cardinal #33 Wyatt Pedigo celebrates with his teammates after scoring a touchdown in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
Lakin Bronc #3 Servando Gonzalez steps back with the ball in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
Hoisington Cardinal #3 Cole Steinert tackles Lakin Bronc #3 Servando Gonzalez in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
Teammates celebrate a defensive stop by Hoisington Cardinal #3 Cole Steinert in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
Lakin Bronc #1 Kayden Christiansen looks for an open whole in the third quarter. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
Members of the Hoisington Cardinals and Lakin Broncs shake hands following the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) Members of the Lakin Broncs join the Hoisington Cardinals in a post game prayer. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
The Lakin Broncs and Hoisington Cardinals pray together following the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
Lakin Bronc #5 Kyle Lovelady shakes the hand of Hoisington Cardinal #31 Quincy Cross after they prayed together following the end of the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
The Hoisington Cardinals pose for a picture with the Regional Champions trophy after the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com) 
The Hoisington Cardinal seniors hold the Regional Champion trophy after the end of the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs by a score of 48 to 7 to win the Class 2A Regional held at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 8, 2019. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
4A Division II State Championship Hayden vs Pratt 11-26-16
For every Elven Man team in Kansas, they desire to play on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Playing on this day means they made it to the State Championship game.
This year, the Class 4A Division II Championship pitted the Hayden Wildcats of Topeka against the Pratt Greenbacks.
Hayden entered the game with an 8-4 record, but most of those losses came to teams in higher classifications. Pratt only recorded one loss on their way to the game, and that was from a very highly ranked Hoisington team.
The Wildcats won the coin toss and received the ball. Pratt’s defense immediately asserted their dominance and forced a three-and-out. Then the offense took over and scored their first touchdown easily.
Hayden would score two touchdowns on the day, but those could not compare to the onslaught from the Greenbacks. Pratt went on to win the game, and the State Championship, with a score of 48 to 14.
Below are some of the pictures I took at the game:
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The Pratt Greenbacks huddle up during warmups. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Pratt High School Marching Band performs prior to the game from the stands. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Fans of the Pratt Greenbacks cheer as the team is announce prior to the start of the game. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Pratt Greenbacks kneel in prayer prior to the start of the game. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Dan Page of KWCH videos the Pratt Greenbacks taking the field prior to the game. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback fans release balloons into the air during the pre-game festivities. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Pratt Greenbacks take the field prior to the game. The Hayden Wildcats and the Pratt Greenbacks compete in the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
A flag signed by the teammates flies over the Pratt Greenbacks as they take the field. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Hayden Wildcats prepare to take the field. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The mascot for the Pratt Greenbacks leads the crowd in a cheer. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Team captains gather for the coin toss prior to the game. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Noah Myers (#10) kicks off the ball to start the football game. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hayden Wildcat Sampson Huston (#1) calls out the cadence. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Hunter Kaufman (#1) rushes with the ball to the end zone to score a touchdown. The Hayden Wildcats and the Pratt Greenbacks compete in the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Hunter Kaufman (#1) celebrates scoring a touchdown with Jackson Bailey (#54). The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Landen Studer (#6) holds the ball as Noah Myers (#10) kicks a Point After Touchdown. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hayden Wildcat Sampson Huston (#1) hands the ball off to Hayden Wildcat Andrew Smith (#20). The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hayden Wildcat Sampson Huston (#1) throws a pass. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hayden Wildcat Sampson Huston (#1) punts the ball early in the game. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Travis Theis (#5) finds a hole to run through. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Travis Theis (#5) looks back to see if anyone is near him on his way to the end zone to score a touchdown. The Hayden Wildcats and the Pratt Greenbacks compete in the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Travis Theis (#5) scores the first of his four touchdowns for the day. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
A Pratt High student cheers after a touchdown is scored. The Hayden Wildcats and the Pratt Greenbacks compete in the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Hayden Wildcats take a knee on the sideline as trainers tend to an injured player. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Pratt Greenback sideline takes a knee as an injured teammate is tended to. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hayden Wildcat Sampson Huston (#1) takes the hiked ball from Kyle Meier (#60). The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Drew Roadhouse (#8) swallows up a Hayden Wildcat receiver. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hayden Wildcat Deshawn Hanika (#5) pulls in a reception. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hayden Wildcat Deshawn Hanika (#5) looks back to see if anyone is close to him as he heads for the end zone. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Hayden student section celebrates a scored touchdown. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hayden Wildcat Patrick Ellrich (#38) kicks off the ball. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Landen Studer (#6) throws a pass. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Noah Myers (#10) prepares to punt the ball. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Pratt Greenback offensive line fires off the ball. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Travis Theis (#5) escapes a tackle to score his second touchdown of the day. The Hayden Wildcats and the Pratt Greenbacks compete in the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Travis Theis (#5) finds the end zone for another touchdown. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Landen Studer (#6) calls out the cadence for the play. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Noah Myers (#10) kicks off the football after a touchdown. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Travis Theis (#5) tackles Hayden Wildcat Andrew Smith (#20). The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Nick Lucas (#3) knocks away a pass meant for Hayden Wildcat Dylan Smith (#11). The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Logan Baird (#34) looks back to catch a pass for a touchdown. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hayden Wildcat Deshawn Hanika (#5) reacts to dropping a pass in the second quarter. The Hayden Wildcats and the Pratt Greenbacks compete in the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Justin Lamatsch (#73) consoles Hunter Kaufman (#1) after a game ending ankle injury. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Travis Theis (#5) extends his arm for a stiff arm. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Hayden Wildcat defense closes around Pratt Greenback Travis Theis (#5). The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Landen Studer (#6) calls out a changed play. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Brayan Balderrama (#7) falls back for more yards. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Travis Theis (#5) sprints down the field for his fourth touchdown of the game. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Noah Myers (#10) kicks a Point After Touchdown as Landen Studer (#6) holds. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Head Coach Jamie Cruce calls out to a player to get into the right position. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hayden Wildcat Dylan Smith (#11) finds the end zone to score a touchdown. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hayden Wildcat Andrew Smith (#20) receives a stiff arm from Pratt Greenback Travis Theis (#5). The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The scoreboard shows the stats for Pratt Greenback Travis Theis (#5) near the end of the third quarter. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
A fan holds up a sign for Pratt Greenback Justin Lamatsch (#73). The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Head Coach Jamie Cruce congratulates Hunter Kaufman (#1). The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Travis Theis (#5) and his Head Coach Jamie Cruce hug following the game. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt players douse Pratt Greenback Head Coach Jamie Cruce with water following the game. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Pratt Greenbacks and the Hayden Wildcats shake hands following the game. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenbacks Hunter Kaufman (#1) and Travis Theis (#5) who both scored in the game embrace while waiting for the Championship trophy. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Head Coach Jamie Cruce holds the State Championship Trophy aloft. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Hunter Huber (#40) kisses the State Championship Trophy. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Pratt Greenbacks hold the State Championship Trophy aloft. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Pratt Greenback Bryce Stegman (#78) kisses the State Championship Trophy. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Pratt Greenbacks pose for a picture with the State Championship Trophy. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Pratt Greenbacks sing “If You are Happy and You Know It” to their supporters. The Pratt Greenbacks defeated the Hayden Wildcats 48 to 14 to win the KSHSAA Class 4A Division II State Championship Game at Salina Stadium in Salina, Kansas on November 26, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
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5A Sub-State Goddard Football versus Great Bend 11-18-16
Tonight, only four teams in the State of Kansas in Class 5A stepped out onto a field of play. The Goddard Lions traveled to face the Great Bend Panthers for a chance to play for the State Championship.
The Lions struck quickly scoring on their first possession. They dominated the game from there on. When Great Bend managed to put points on the board, Goddard punched right back. By the end of the night, the scoreboard read 50 to 21 and the Lions gathered to celebrate their win and the opportunity to play for the State title.
Goddard faces off against Mill Valley next Saturday. Great Bend ends their season with a 10 and 2 record.
Below are some of the pictures I took at the game:
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The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Blake Sullivan (#11) practices hand offs with Jordan Cooke (#3) prior to the game. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Goddard High School Marching Band Drum Line performs before the start of the game. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Jordan Cooke (#3) leads his team onto the field. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Brayden Smith (#9) carries the team flag as they take the field prior to the start of the game. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Brayden Smith (#9) holds the Team Flag as he motions to the Goddard bench. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) joins his team mates in addressing the flag for the National Anthem. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Gentry Cole (#8) kicks off the football to start the game. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) throws a pass. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Blake Sullivan (#11) avoids the tackle of Great Bend Panther Jensen Randall (#10). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Blake Sullivan (#11) flies into the air after being undercut by Great Bend Panther Max Jerke (#6). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Mason Yellowwolf (#27) prepares to tackle Goddard Lion Kody Gonzalez (#4). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Kody Gonzalez (#4) carries the football. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Gentry Cole (#8) kicks off the football after a touchdown was scored. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Brayden Smith (#9) reaches out for a pass as Goddard Lion Kendall Gonzalez (#6) covers. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) rushes with the ball towards the sidelines. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Trevor Fehr (#59) launches out of his stance looking for a Lion to block. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Noah Presson (#78) looks for a Goddard Lion to block. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Blake Sullivan (#11) spins to hand off the ball to Kody Gonzalez (#4). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Max Jerke (#6) dives to try and tackle Goddard Lion Kody Gonzalez (#4). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Hector Olivas (#24) comes up from the pile with the ball after Goddard Lion Blake Sullivan (#11) had fumbled it. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) throws a pass as Goddard Lion Gabe Spexarth (#28) applies pressure. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Aj Vang (#51) hikes the ball. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Kody Stapleton (#42) tries to tackle Goddard Lion Blake Sullivan (#11). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Bryce Lytle (#20) reaches out to try and slow down Goddard Lion Blake Sullivan (#11). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Bryant Mocaby (#87) throws a pass. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Jordan Cooke (#3) stretches out to catch a pass. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Jordan Cooke (#3) catches a pass in the end zone to score a touchdown. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Jordan Cooke (#3) holds the ball as Gentry Cole (#8) kicks a Point After Touchdown. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Gentry Cole (#8) kicks a Point After Touchdown. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion AJ Vang (#51) hikes the ball. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jensen Randall (#10) tries to pull down Goddard Lion Bryant Mocaby (#87). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Kody Gonzalez (#4) starts to stiff arm Great Bend Panther Max Jerke (#6). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Blake Sullivan (#11) avoids the tackle of Great Bend Panther Braulio Vargas (#36). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion AJ Vang (#51) lifts up Owen Beason (#10) in celebration of him scoring a touchdown. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) escapes the tackle of Goddard Lion Cale Davidson (#23). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) runs around Goddard Lion Garrett Howard (#22) as Koy Brack (#12) pulls him out of the way. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Garrett Howard (#22) goes to tackle Great Bend Panther Brayden Smith (#9) as he pulls in a caught ball. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) scrambles with the football. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Cal Marshall (#11) carries the football. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Cal Marshall (#11) runs past Goddard Lion Garrett Howard (#22). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) walks away dejected after fumbling a couple yards short of the end zone. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Carlos Franco (#38) kicks off the ball to after a touchdown was scored. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Goddard Lion Offense huddle up prior to taking the field. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Jared Mocaby (#7) celebrates a touchdown being scored. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Blake Sullivan (#11) stretches to score a two point conversion. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Myael Williams (#27) gets in position to field a kicked ball. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Payton Mauler (#32) reaches out to try and tackle Goddard Lion Myael Williams (#27). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Students from Goddard cheer as Blake Sullivan (#11) scores a touchdown. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Blake Sullivan (#11) crosses into the end zone to add two more points to the scoreboard. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Cheerleaders from Goddard do pushups after the team scored a touchdown. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Bryant Mocaby (#87) runs with a caught ball. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Hector Olivas (#24) tackles Goddard Lion Jordan Cooke (#3). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Bryant Mocaby (#87) reacts to not catching a pass. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Two Goddard students react to the brisk weather conditions. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Koy Brack (#12) looks for an opening between Goddard Lions Trent Johnson (#1) and Ian Mcswain (#41). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Kendall Gonzalez (#6) tackles Great Bend Panther Koy Brack (#12) as Ian Mcswain (#41) takes flight. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Koy Brack (#12) scores a touchdown after catching a reception in the end zone. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lions huddle up around a heater on the sideline. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Bryant Mocaby (#87) jumps for a pass in the end zone. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion AJ Vang (#51) lifts up Bryant Mocaby (#87) after he scored a touchdown. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Head Coach Scott Vang congratulates his players after they scored a touchdown. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Gentry Cole (#8) kicks off the ball after another touchdown. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Cole Caraway (#24) breaks up a pass to Great Bend Panther Bryce Lytle (#20). The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Dayton Driskill (#26) stretches out to score a touchdown. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Blake Sullivan (#11) congratulates Dayton Driskill (#26) on scoring a touchdown. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Goddard Lions and Great Bend Panthers shake hands following the game. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Cale Davidson (#23) signals to the crowd after the game. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Goddard Student Section celebrate their team going to the State Championship. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lion Blake Sullivan (#11) holds the Sub-State Champion Trophy aloft after the game. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Goddard Lions Thomas Parks (#55), Blake Sullivan (#11), and Matt Forbus (#15) celebrate with the Sub-State Champion Trophy. The Goddard Lions defeated the Great Bend Panthers to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sub-State Championship by a score of 50 to 21 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 18, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
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5A Sectional Valley Center Football vs Great Bend 11-11-16
With temperatures finally starting to feel like football weather, two teams squared off for a chance to play for a birth in the State Championship.
The Valley Center Hornets came into Great Bend looking to clinch their most successful season in school history. The Great Bend Panthers wanted to keep the winning and playing at home.
The Panthers put the first points on the board. Valley Center answered back with a touchdown and then a field goal. Another Hornet touchdown early in the second half put Great Bend down by ten points and their largest deficit of the year. A pair of touchdowns later and an interception sealed the 28 to 24 victory for the Panthers.
Great Bend will host Goddard in their first Sub-State game since 2006.
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Great Bend Panther Dominique Rideaux (#14) leads his teammates onto the field while carrying the flag. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Great Bend High School Marching Band performs the National Anthem. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Valley Center Hornets break down before running onto the field. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Head Referee tosses the coin as the team captains look on. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Carlos Franco (#38) runs to kick off the ball to start the game as Valley Center Hornet Sam Weldon (#10) looks on. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Valley Center Hornet Wyatt Lange (#1) hands the ball off to Keyon Saunders (#2). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Valley Center Hornet Wyatt Lange (#1) rushes with the ball. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Max Jerke (#6) reaches in to help with a tackle of Valley Center Hornet Wyatt Lange (#1). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Valley Center Hornet Wyatt Lange (#1) tells his teammates the next play. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Mason Yellowwolf (#27) celebrates as the Referee signals that possession of the ball has turned over. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Head Coach Kelly Brack talks to his players on the sideline. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Bryce Lytle (#20) catches a pass as Valley Center Hornet Keyon Saunders (#2) defends. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Brayden Smith (#9) catches a pass in the end zone to score a touchdown. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Brayden Smith (#9) celebrates scoring a touchdown with his teammates. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Brayden Smith (#9) holds up his hands in celebration of the touchdown he just scored. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Carlos Franco (#38) kicks off the ball after a touchdown. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Payton Mauler (#32) pulls Valley Center Hornet Wyatt Lange (#1) backwards out of the pile. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Cal Marshall (#11) rushes through a hole in the Valley Center Hornet Defense. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Valley Center Hornet Jay Shank (#15) goes to tackle Great Bend Panther Cal Marshall (#11). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Braulio Vargas (#36) tries to pull down Valley Center Hornet Wyatt Lange (#1). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Valley Center Hornets Don Boone (#3) and Sam Weldon (#10) celebrate after a tackle for a loss. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Valley Center Hornet Don Boone (#3) tackles Great Bend Panther Cal Marshall (#11) in the backfield. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Koy Brack (#12) checks to see if he is on the line or not. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Valley Center Hornet Wyatt Lange (#1) rushes with the ball. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
A pass bounces in front of an outstretched Valley Center Hornet Thayer Terwilliger (#83) as Great Bend Panther Dalton Miller (#16) defends. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Valley Center Hornet Aaron Coash (#44) kicks a field goal as Josh Roeser (#7) holds the ball. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Cal Marshall (#11) braces as Valley Center Hornet Collin Sharp (#35) comes in for a tackle. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Nick Reed (#15) looks for a hole to run through as Valley Center Hornet Don Boone (#3) steps up. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Pablo Martinez (#56) jumps to try and block a pass by Valley Center Hornet Wyatt Lange (#1). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jensen Randall (#10) tackles Valley Center Hornet Wyatt Lange (#1). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Valley Center Hornet Don Boone (#3) sends Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) flying. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Valley Center Hornet Wyatt Lange (#1) takes off for the end zone. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Valley Center Hornet Wyatt Lange (#1) celebrates scoring a touchdown with his teammates. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Koy Brack (#12) stretches out his arms to catch a pass thrown to him. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Kaden Schroeder (#71) hikes the ball. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) throws a pass. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Bryce Lytle (#20) carries the ball after catching it. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Valley Center Hornet Keyon Saunders (#2) tries to keep Great Bend Panther Bryce Lytle (#20) out of the end zone. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Bryce Lytle (#20) stretches out with the ball to score a touchdown. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Valley Center Hornet Josh Roeser (#7) rides the pile into the end zone to score a touchdown. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Great Bend Panthers celebrate a touchdown scored by Jacob Murray (#7). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Valley Center Hornet Zach Williams (#50) punts the ball away. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Valley Center Hornets gather in prayer as trainers tend to their teammate, Don Boone (#3). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Brayden Smith (#9) celebrates as the horn sounds and they win the game. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Valley Center Hornets and Great Bend Panthers shake hands following the game. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Great Bend Cheerleaders gather with the team to thank the fans for attending the game. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jensen Randall (#10) addresses the players following the game. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Great Bend Panthers hold up the Sectional Champion trophy after the game. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Valley Center Hornets to win the KSHSAA Class 5A Sectional by a score of 28 to 24 at Memorial Field in Great Bend, Kansas on November 11, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
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5A Regional Andover Football versus Great Bend 11-4-16
Ever feel like you saw the exact thing happening as if you were looking into a mirror? The two competitors in the Class 5A Regional game could definitely say that.
The Great Bend Panthers hosted the Andover Trojans and former GB coach Tony Crough. Coach Crough brought his spread style offense to the Butler County school. His replacement, Coach Erin Beck, kept the offense and some of the defensive schemes the same as last year.
Both teams knew much of what the other would do given this familiarity. This caused the game to be a tight back and forth affair.
Great Bend put points on the board first, but Andover added a touchdown to even up the score as the teams went in for Halftime.
The decisive play of the game was an errant high snap by the Trojans near the end zone. The ball rolled out of the back of the end zone to give the Panthers a Safety and two points. In the Fourth Quarter, Great Bend added another touchdown to make it a 16 to 7 final score.
Great Bend now prepares to face the Valley Center Hornets.
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Andover Trojan Head Coach Tony Crough and Great Bend Panther Head Coach Erin Beck talk during warmups. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Great Bend Panthers huddle up during warmups. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Brayden Smith (#9) holds a flag to lead his team out onto the field. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Andover Trojan Cheerleaders lead the Trojans onto the field. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Great Bend High School Jazz Band plays the National Anthem. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Great Bend Panthers salute the Flag as the Great Bend High School Jazz Band plays the National Anthem. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panthers Max Jerke (#6) and Nick Reed (#15) tackle Andover Trojan Ben Smith (#88). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Chase Oberg (#15) throws a pass. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Great Bend Student Section cheers a successful play. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Cal Marshall (#11) flies through the air after being hit by Andover Trojan Preston Drake (#22). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) pulls in a high snap. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Cal Marshall (#11) rushes towards the end zone. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) celebrates scoring a touchdown. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Chase Oberg (#15) hands off the ball to Andover Trojan Robert Bundy (#25). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Payton Mauler (#32) tries to sneak into a hole in the Andover Trojan offensive line. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Payton Mauler (#32) tackles Andover Trojan Robert Bundy (#25) as Blake Penka (#34) comes to help. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Chase Oberg (#15) punts the ball. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) looks down the line for a receiver. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Bryce Lytle (#20) carries the ball after catching it. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Bryce Lytle (#20) blocks Andover Trojan Dylan Matthew (#4). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Dylan Matthew (#4) pushes Great Bend Panther Koy Brack (#12) out of bounds. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Cal Marshall (#11) rushes towards the end zone. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Head Coach Tony Crough celebrates a successful defensive play. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Payton Mauler (#32) tries to tackle a hurdling Andover Trojan Chase Oberg (#15). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Robert Bundy (#25) stares down Great Bend Panther Nick Reed (#15) as he carries the ball. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panthers Max Jerke (#6) and Payton Mauler (#32) tackle Andover Trojan Robert Bundy (#25). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Ben Smith (#88) scores a touchdown. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Nate Bergman (#9) holds as Nathan Hammar (#41) kicks a Point After Touchdown. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Nathan Hammar (#41) squib kicks the ball. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
First Congressional District Candidate Dr. Roger Marshall sits next to his son Great Bend Panther Cal Marshall (#11) after he was evaluated for a concussion. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) fakes a hand off to Gage Fritz (#29). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Kale Rishel (#27) knocks Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) out of bounds close to the end zone. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) tries to jump over the pile to score a touchdown. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Head Referee signals for a Safety after an errant snap gave Great Bend Panthers Blake Penka (#34) and Jensen Randall (#10) a reason to celebrate. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Kale Rishel (#27) lowers him self to try and tackle Great Bend Panther Koy Brack (#12). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Gage Fritz (#29) tries to dive through the Andover Trojan defense. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Chase Oberg (#15) turns to throw a pass down the line. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Chase Oberg (#15) rushes with the ball. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Blake Penka (#34) pursues Andover Trojan Chase Robertson (#54). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Teammates celebrate with Great Bend Panther Jensen Randall (#10) after he broke up a pass to force a punt. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Nick Reed (#15) covers Andover Trojan Ben Smith (#88) as he attempts to pull in a pass. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Nathan Nichols (#55) lead blocks as Chase Oberg (#15) carries the ball. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Nathan Hammar (#41) attempts a field goal. It went wide of the uprights. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Brayden Smith (#9) pulls in a pass as Andover Trojan Evan Bell (#6) defends. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Brayden Smith (#9) takes off with the ball as Andover Trojan Evan Bell (#6) tries to pull him down. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Brayden Smith (#9) scores a touchdown. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Koy Brack (#12) pulls in the ball to set it for a Point After Touchdown attempt. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Carlos Franco (#38) kicks a Point After Touchdown attempt as Koy Brack (#12) holds. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Ben Smith (#88) reaches out for a pass that is on his finger tips. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Payton Mauler (#32) kneels in the end zone with the ball he just intercepted. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Payton Mauler (#32) tosses the ball to a referee as he celebrates catching an interception. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Gage Fritz (#29) finds a hole in the Andover Trojan defensive line. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) runs around the corner as Andover Trojan Tyler Wright (#8) comes up to try and tackle him. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Kaden Schroeder (#71) celebrates with his teammates after winning the game. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
members of the Andover Trojans and Great Bend Panthers shake hands following the game. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Andover Trojan Head Coach Tony Crough and Great Bend Panther Head Coach Erin Beck embrace following the game. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Athletic Director David Meter presents the Class 5A Regional Champion Trophy to Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7). The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Great Bend Panther Jacob Murray (#7) holds up the Class 5A Regional Champion Trophy. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Members of the Great Bend Panthers huddle to hold up the Class 5A Regional Champion Trophy. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
KWCH Reporter, Gardner Royce, interviews Great Bend Panther Payton Mauler (#32) following the game. The Great Bend Panthers defeated the Andover Trojans in the KSHSAA Class 5A Regional playoff game with a score of 16 to 7 at Memorial Stadium in Great Bend, Kansas on November 4, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
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2016 3A Bi-District Lakin Football vs Hoisington 11-1-16
As calendars flip to a new month, a whole new season of Football begins. Now teams must win to keep playing.
Class 3A joins the two Eight Man divisions on starting their playoffs on Tuesday night. For the Hoisington Cardinals, they started their playoff hopes with a matchup against the Lakin Broncs.
Hoisington’s Defense established itself quickly and only surrendered one touchdown in the first half, and another in the second half. By the time Lakin tallied their final points, the Cardinals held firm to the control of the game finishing with a 56 to 13 score.
Hoisington now travels on Saturday to Norton for their next round of the 3A Football Playoffs.
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A group of Hoisington Cardinal Cheerleaders toss around a football before the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs in the KSHSAA Class 3A Bi-District game with a score of 56 to 13 at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 1, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Hoisington Cardinal Senior Mothers pose in front of the large Cardinal by the East end zone prior to the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs in the KSHSAA Class 3A Bi-District game with a score of 56 to 13 at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 1, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Lakin Broncs prepare to take the field. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs in the KSHSAA Class 3A Bi-District game with a score of 56 to 13 at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 1, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal Tyler Specht (#1) leads his teammates onto the field. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs in the KSHSAA Class 3A Bi-District game with a score of 56 to 13 at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 1, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Lakin Broncs march out onto the field. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs in the KSHSAA Class 3A Bi-District game with a score of 56 to 13 at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 1, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Lakin Bronc Mike Aller (#70) holds his hand over his heart during the playing of the National Anthem. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs in the KSHSAA Class 3A Bi-District game with a score of 56 to 13 at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 1, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal Team Captains Ben Schneider (#65), Landen Urban (#51), Hunter Hanzlick (#27), and Tyler Specht (#1) walk to the center of the field for the coin toss. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs in the KSHSAA Class 3A Bi-District game with a score of 56 to 13 at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 1, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Captains from both teams watch as the coin is tossed in the air. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs in the KSHSAA Class 3A Bi-District game with a score of 56 to 13 at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 1, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
The Hoisington Cardinals prepare to kick off the ball and the game. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs in the KSHSAA Class 3A Bi-District game with a score of 56 to 13 at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 1, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)
Hoisington Cardinal Brenner Donovan (#80) kicks off the ball. The Hoisington Cardinals defeated the Lakin Broncs in the KSHSAA Class 3A Bi-District game with a score of 56 to 13 at Elton Brown Field in Hoisington, Kansas on November 1, 2016. (Photo: Joey Bahr, www.joeybahr.com)