Hutto Continues Roll, Defeating Georgetown
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Updated: October 8, 2018
photos: Steve Thomas
Chase Griffin and Hutto Cruise Past Georgetown
Entering Friday night’s district 11-5A D1 showdown at Birkelbach Stadium, the Hutto Hippos had scored
an average of 56 points per game. Conversely, the Hippos had allowed an average of 34 points.Hutto entered the game at 4-0 overall and 1-0 in district. Last week, the Hippos opened district play with a 78-14 thrashing of Pflugerville Connally. Georgetown entered the game at 3-1 following a 48-8 defeat at Stephenville last week.
Facing their first major test in their quest for a district title, the high-flying Hippo offense struck early and often in the first half. The defense, meanwhile, managed to keep the Georgetown Eagles at bay throughout
the game. Quarterback Chase Griffin threw for 218 yards and three touchdowns and rushed for 27 yards
and two touchdowns to lead the Hippos to a 38-14 win over the Georgetown Eagles.
In the first half, Hutto dominated on both sides of the ball. Offensively, the Hippos jumped out to a 21-0
lead in the second quarter. Chase Griffin connected with wide receiver Caleb Forest for a 22-yard
touchdown pass to open the scoring and found the end zone again on a five-yard keeper early in the
second quarter. Running back Mekhi Kimble then scored on a four-yard run midway through the second
quarter. The Eagles had a chance to respond after the first touchdown, but kicker Matt Diaz missed a
33-yard field goal attempt. The Eagles finally got on the scoreboard late in the second quarter when
quarterback Jackson Sioson connected with wide receiver Kade Lockler on a 13-yard touchdown pass.
The Hippos responded with 21-yard touchdown pass from Griffin to DJ Baptist to take a 28-7 lead
shortly before halftime.
On the opening drive of the second half, wide receiver Noah Drum narrowed the deficit to 28-14 with a
44-yard touchdown catch. That was as close as the Eagles would get, however.
Later in the third quarter, Griffin found the end zone again on a nine-yard keeper to increase the lead to 35-14. Kicker RJ Price netted a 27-yard field early in the fourth quarter which brought the score to the final 38-14.
After the game, Georgetown coach Jason Dean cited the team’s inability to finish drives as the main
area for improvement throughout the rest of the season. Hutto coach Brad LaPlante credited his
defense for their strong performance throughout the game. He also praised his offense’s performance
and cited versatility on offense as an area for continued improvement.
With the win, Hutto improves to 5-0 overall and 2-0 in district. The Hippos have a bye next week before
returning home on October 19 to host the Cedar Park Timberwolves. The Timberwolves are 4-2 overall
and 2-0 in district following a 48-12 win over Pflugerville Connally. Georgetown, meanwhile, falls to 3-2 overall and 0-1 in district. The Eagles will travel to Gupton Stadium to take on Cedar Park next week.
by Steve Thomas
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