The Region 1 game between Davis and Farmington was no exception as the first half was played on Friday and the second half was played on Saturday. The Darts’ perfect Region 1 record was in jeopardy, but Davis cleaned up on Day 2 to remain perfect after a 21-10 victory. “The backyard battle is always a well-fought game from both teams and the pride in winning the chain back from the boys makes for a fun rivalry game,” Davis head coach Scott Peery said.
Davis avoids upset by Farmington in Region 1 battle spanning two days
Week 8 was stretched out longer than usual due to the large amount of weather issues that caused delays and postponements. The Region 1 game between Davis and Farmington was no exception as the first half was played on Friday and the second half was played on Saturday. The Darts’ perfect Region 1 record was in jeopardy, but Davis cleaned up on Day 2 to remain perfect after a 21-10 victory.
“The backyard battle is always a well-fought game from both teams and the pride in winning the chain back from the boys makes for a fun rivalry game,” Davis head coach Scott Peery said.
After the first quarter, Farmington held an early 10-7 lead after a touchdown run from Drew Love and a 40-yard field goal from Jaxon Beynon.
Davis managed to take back a 14-10 lead just before the break on a 56-yard touchdown pass from Tradon Bessinger to Bode Sparrow. The game was put into a lightning delay with 28 seconds left in the half, and it was decided to push the remainder of the game to Saturday.
“Conditions Friday night were great and we felt we were starting to hit our stride and then the delay came into play,” Peery said. “Farmington was pushing to play Saturday and we were wanting to finish Friday night when there was a break in the lightning.”
Saturday’s weather wasn’t much better with a heavy rain. However, when the teams came back to the field, Davis’ defense stayed tight and didn’t allow Farmington a single point. Davis further extended its lead early in the third quarter with a touchdown run from Jaxton Itaaheau.
“Our boys were excited for the challenge,” Peery said. “So, to come out in the toughest conditions I’ve ever coached in and watch our defense stuff the run was awesome to see.”
Lehi stifles American Fork, intensifies Region 3 race
While it was clear Region 3 would be a bloodbath, after Week 8 it looks more open than ever after Skyridge beat Lone Peak on Thursday.
Then the last undefeated member of Region 3 fell, as Lehi beat American Fork convincingly 26-3 on Friday. The Pioneers were eager for a win after back-to-back close losses to Skyridge and Herriman in Weeks 6 and 7.
The two standouts for Lehi in Friday’s win was its defense and recent BYU commit Devaughn Eka.
Lehi’s offense was consistent all night, with three touchdowns and two field goals. Eka scored all three touchdowns for the Pioneers, including a 72-yard run in the first quarter.
Meanwhile, after coming off a big win over Lone Peak in Week 7, American Fork managed only a singular field goal against the Pioneers’ defense. It was the lowest scoring affair for the Cavemen all year.
“American Fork is an extremely talented team and very well coached,” Lehi head coach Andy Hadfield said. “I’m really happy with the way our guys prepared. We have been working hard to improve every week. My coaching staff did an incredible job building a game plan that our players executed well. We still have a lot to work on to get through this region but the players are energized and excited to keep getting better.”
Region 3 is still nearly anyone’s game after Lehi’s win. Corner Canyon, American Fork and Lehi all stand tied for second with a 1-1 record. Skyridge currently sits in first with a 2-1 record and Lone Peak is last with a 1-2 record.
Springville’s defense shows out in first win over Timpview since 2010
The Red Devils separated themselves as the clear number two to Orem in Region 7 on Friday as they dominated Timpview 28-0. Not only did Springville end a 15-year drought, but it shut out Timpview for the first time since 1988, where it beat the Thunderbirds 25-0.
As usual, Springville’s defense showcased its dominance in the shutout. In the last three weeks, the Red Devils have allowed only six total points. Through eight games, Springville has surrendered only 84 points for an average of 10.5 points per game. Its the second fewest in all of 5A, only behind West.
Its defense even got the scoring started Friday with Siaosi Toki‘s 31-yard interception return in the first quarter. It again put points on the board just before halftime with a safety.
“Defensively, we have a good group up front that has been really stout against the run and that has allowed us to get creative on the back end,” said Springville head coach Dave Valeti. “We understand how much our O-line and running game plays into our success, as well.”
Offensively Tua Naufahu led the way with two touchdown runs. Max Harris also added a 30-yard run early in the second quarter.
With its only blemish on its record being a 17-14 loss to Orem in week 4, Springville is gearing up to be a dangerous team in the 5A postseason this year. On average, the Red Devils are outscoring opponents 29-11.
“Our boys have worked really hard and it’s starting to come together,” Valeti said. “We have all bought into playing complimentary football. Three strong phases.”
Payson breaks 30-year record, earns biggest comeback victory in state history
In 1995, Highland trailed Bonneville 28-0 in the 5A first round and came back to win 31-28. Then in 2016, Dixie trailed Stansbury 42-14 in the third quarter but fought back to a 49-42 victory. Both games tied the record for the largest comeback in state history as both teams won after trailing 28 points.
That record was finally broken Friday as Payson overcame a 33-0 deficit against Wasatch. The Lions mounted a significant second half comeback and earned its first in-region win 37-33.
“The boys just kept fighting on every play, focusing on effort and execution rather than the score,” said Payson head coach Brian Wall. “Gradually, momentum and belief began to build.”
The game looked to be put away early in the third quarter as a touchdown run from Wasatch’s Logan Duncan gave it the seemingly insurmountable lead.
Then, Payson quarterback Trevyn Wallthrew for four touchdowns and ran in a fifth for the biggest comeback in state history.
Wall started the scoring with a touchdown pass to Bryson Gull, then quickly scored again on a 7-yard touchdown pass to Carson Wall.
The longest of the night was a 58-yard score from Trevyn to David Fullmer early in the fourth quarter and one last pass to Carson Wall narrowed the score 33-30.
With only 28 seconds remaining, Trevyn Wall scored on a one-yard run to push it over the top in the 37-33 victory.
“I’m extremely proud of every member of the team, their resilience and faith in each other made this comeback possible,” Coach Wall said. “We made big plays at key moments, but it truly took everyone on the team to win that game.”
Provo recovers from early mistakes, gets big road win over Park City
After suffering three consecutive losses, Provo is back at the top of Region 8 with Friday’s 17-14 win over Park City.
It was a turbulent first quarter for the Bulldogs, even after getting the opening score on a field goal from Spencer Shuman.
The Miners answered with a 71-yard breakaway touchdown run from Owen Osorio. Then Park City’s Josh Hofer found Eli Warner in the end zone for the early 14-3 lead. It was a bad position for Provo, who was looking to take sole control of the region.
Though thanks to some clutch plays from the Bulldogs’ defense, Park City never managed to score another point. The Miners had chances to run up the score but turnovers allowed Provo to stay in the game.
“Our defense really ratcheted things down after those two early scores,” Provo head coach Kirk Chambers said. “They were in the red zone ready to score twice and we came up with big turnovers like the strip sack from Griffin DeMartinii and the interception from Malik Filimoeatu. Those two plays made the difference in the game. It was nice to land in the win column after a close game."
Filimoeatu scored the only two touchdowns of the game for Provo. He reached the endzone on a 4-yard run in the second quarter and a 2-yard run early in the fourth quarter.
Provo now sits at the top of Region 8 with a 3-0 record and Park City is right below with a 2-1 record.
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