The Greenfield Hustlin' Hawks showed grit and determination in their matchup against the Columbus Cardinals, with standout performances across all phases of the game.
Offensive Highlights
Quarterback Luke O'Brien (#14) led the passing attack, completing 8 of 17 passes for 64 yards. His top targets included Gavin StJohn (#7), who hauled in 3 receptions for 27 yards, and Brayden Ziarek (#8), who added 2 catches for 19 yards. Bennett Bradley (#9) contributed 3 receptions for 18 yards.
On the ground, the Hawks spread the ball around. O'Brien led the rushing attack with 45 yards on 12 carries, while Jose Garcia (#25) added 35 yards on 10 attempts. Nate Teicher (#2) found the endzone on a 4-yard run, recording the Hawks' lone rushing touchdown.
Special Teams Spark
Special teams delivered one of the biggest plays of the night. Senior Bennett Bradley (#9) electrified the crowd with a 75-yard kickoff return touchdown, showcasing his speed and vision in the open field. Teicher also contributed 55 yards on kick returns, giving Greenfield strong field position throughout the game.
Kicker Patrick Morgese (#10) was perfect on the night, connecting on both of his PAT attempts to cap off the Hawks' scoring drives.
Defensive Standouts
The Hawks' defense played physical and aggressive, tallying 41 total team tackles. Zach Safka (#13) and Dylan Alba (#16) each led the charge with 7 tackles apiece. Safka also added a tackle for loss.
In the secondary, Brody Jens (#17) made a key impact with 4 tackles and a fumble recovery, while Nolan Kranich (#24) and Mason Brinkman (#91) chipped in 4 tackles each. Nate Teicher (#2) and Vicente Balderas (#3) also recorded 2 solo tackles, providing crucial support.
Hawks Pride
While the scoreboard didn't swing Greenfield's way, the Hustlin' Hawks played with resilience and highlighted the depth of talent across their roster. Explosive special teams play, balanced offense, and hard-hitting defense showed the team's growth and determination as they continue to build momentum this season.
The Hawks will look to carry this energy into their next matchup as they continue to represent Greenfield with hustle, heart, and pride.
