10/12/2018 0 Comments Jaguar Football Takes on the TigersLast Friday night, October 7th, under the lights, the Jaguars faced the Walker-Hackensack Wolves to bring a close to homecoming week. Throughout the first half the Jaguars were powerful on the offensive front, forcing a touchdown but also giving up one as well. This made the score 6-7, the Wolves leading, at the half. The Jaguars came out strong in the third quarter. Pulling ahead of the wolves, the game seemed to be in favor of Hinckley. There was still time left in the game, however, and the Jaguars could not hold on to their lead to which they fell 12-27 to Walker-Hackensack.
Regardless of the outcome, Coach Brad Hopkins was still proud of the way his team fought all the way to the end. He also adds “Thank you to all the fans, students, and excitement we had at the homecoming events!” Up next on the menu are the Tigers. The Jaguars will travel to Rush City tonight where they will the face the Tigers for a conference match. “The team is feeling good. We have a few players hurt, but this is a great opportunity for younger players to step up.” Says Coach Hopkins. The Tiger are tough competition but with confidence they should be able to pull out a win. The Jaguars will also need to be able to push through a full game. Last Friday they got the lead in the 3rd quarter but ended up losing it. “We need to put that 4th quarter game together,” is what Coach Hopkins commented. The Jaguars also have many spots they need to fill due to injuries and illnesses. This will force many young players to step up and fill the role of their upperclassmen. In order to be successful they will need to find a way to “eliminate errors and turnovers,” as well as finding the strength to overcome the elements. Coach Hopkins comments, “things become tough when the weather starts playing mind games being very cold as well.” If all of this comes together and they have confidence, they are expected to take home the win tonight. When asked what was the most crucial thing needed to be successful, Coach Hopkins answered, “Confidence... we have the talent, but we need to believe.” Coach Brad Hopkins also informs us that it will also be “Tackle Cancer” game with donations, special T-shirt sales going to the Randy Shaver tackle cancer foundation. We will also be playing for a new “Big Cat Cup” traveling trophy between the schools. It should be an exciting night as we play for a great cause. Come on out and support your football team!
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