The Western Hills Cougars saved one of their strongest performances for last, closing out their football season Friday night with a 29-19 victory over Diamond Hill-Jarvis, powered by more than 300 rushing yards and several big defensive plays.
D’Tyree Faulk sparked the Cougars with a 50-yard touchdown run on a fake punt. Brayden Burns later recovered a fumble and returned it for a touchdown, giving Western Hills a 14-13 halftime lead.
The Cougars took control in the second half as Faulk scored again, Gabriel Christion added a rushing touchdown, and the defense recorded a safety. Ricardo Tellez converted three of four extra-point attempts.
Up front, Ja’Res Gray, Ashton Hadnot, Alonzo Heard, Daryll Sanchez, Mauricio Martinez, and Gilberto Vasquez helped the Cougars surpass 300 rushing yards. Tyrin Lewis contributed several key second-half first downs to keep drives alive and the clock moving.
Defensively, Quendell McGowan delivered a late interception to help preserve the win, while Mohammed Soumahoro, Christion, Martinez, Burns, and Faulk contributed strong performances.
Western Hills also recognized its cheerleaders, band, student athletic trainers, Josh Williams, and Jamie Lane for their contributions throughout the season.
The victory sends the Cougars into the offseason on a winning note as several players turn their attention to winter and spring sports.
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