The Maumelle Hornets were able to shake off an early mistake on the road Friday night as they went on to defeat the White Hall Bulldogs 55-20, making it into a game that started off as a shocker with the brutal kickoff return into one of the most complete performances from the Hornets this season.
Player of the Game
The Maumelle Hornets two-way player Senior Jacob Henry left it all out on the field — having a rushing touchdown, a catch and score, catching a two-point conversion, and closing the door shut on the Bulldogs with a game-ending interception. Henry’s imprint on the game helped set the tone for Maumelle’s big game changing plays.
Team Records
This win now gives Maumelle a strong playoff position as they look forward to the last two games of the season, improving their record in the conference. White Hall is now falling down in their conference standings after another brutal week of play.
Play of the Game
After Senior Tyrus Greene from White Hall returned a kickoff for a touchdown, Maumelle rallied and shifted the momentum midway through the second quarter after Hornets senior defensive back Jayden Baker stripped the football from the Bulldogs and returned it for a touchdown. After this scoring drive, the Hornets never relinquished the lead.
What’s Next
As Maumelle looks forward to continuing this momentum, they are preparing to face the Searcy Lions back at home in the Hornet’s Nest. Meanwhile, White Hall will get back together and regroup before their next matchup against the Jacksonville Titans.
What it Means
This win against the Bulldogs shows that the Hornets have enough depth on the roster and the maturity to compete against anyone they face. The Hornets ability to not panic after the mistake on the opening-kickoff showed their growth and stability. The offense being able to share the ball with everyone and the defense creating game changing turnovers is what is needed for a playoff push. For Maumelle, this victory was a statement that this team can overcome adversity and control the tempo of a game. For White Hall, this loss highlights the need for more discipline and the ability to play better against physical teams.
Scoring Summary
First Quarter
White Hall: Tyrus Greene opening kickoff return for touchdown (two-point conversion failed) , 6-0
Maumelle: Christian Jackson Touchdown pass from Levi Warrior (Dylan Moran kick), 7-6
White Hall: Tyrus Greene run (Xavier Wallace run), 14-7
Maumelle: Jacob Henry 5-yd run (Moran kick), 14-14
Hornets defeat White Hall
By Collin Scott
The Maumelle Hornets were able to shake off an early mistake on the road Friday night as they went on to defeat the White Hall Bulldogs 55-20, making it into a game that started off as a shocker with the brutal kickoff return into one of the most complete performances from the Hornets this season.
Player of the Game
The Maumelle Hornets two-way player Senior Jacob Henry left it all out on the field — having a rushing touchdown, a catch and score, catching a two-point conversion, and closing the door shut on the Bulldogs with a game-ending interception. Henry’s imprint on the game helped set the tone for Maumelle’s big game changing plays.
Team Records
This win now gives Maumelle a strong playoff position as they look forward to the last two games of the season, improving their record in the conference. White Hall is now falling down in their conference standings after another brutal week of play.
Play of the Game
After Senior Tyrus Greene from White Hall returned a kickoff for a touchdown, Maumelle rallied and shifted the momentum midway through the second quarter after Hornets senior defensive back Jayden Baker stripped the football from the Bulldogs and returned it for a touchdown. After this scoring drive, the Hornets never relinquished the lead.
What’s Next
As Maumelle looks forward to continuing this momentum, they are preparing to face the Searcy Lions back at home in the Hornet’s Nest. Meanwhile, White Hall will get back together and regroup before their next matchup against the Jacksonville Titans.
What it Means
This win against the Bulldogs shows that the Hornets have enough depth on the roster and the maturity to compete against anyone they face. The Hornets ability to not panic after the mistake on the opening-kickoff showed their growth and stability. The offense being able to share the ball with everyone and the defense creating game changing turnovers is what is needed for a playoff push. For Maumelle, this victory was a statement that this team can overcome adversity and control the tempo of a game. For White Hall, this loss highlights the need for more discipline and the ability to play better against physical teams.
Scoring Summary
First Quarter
White Hall: Tyrus Greene opening kickoff return for touchdown (two-point conversion failed) , 6-0
Maumelle: Christian Jackson Touchdown pass from Levi Warrior (Dylan Moran kick), 7-6
White Hall: Tyrus Greene run (Xavier Wallace run), 14-7
Maumelle: Jacob Henry 5-yd run (Moran kick), 14-14
Second Quarter
Maumelle: Marshaun Wiley run, 22-14
Maumelle: Jayden Baker fumble return (conversion failed), 28-14
Maumelle -: Jacob Henry touchdown (Moran kick) 35-14
Maumelle: Jackson Hampton touchdown pass from Levi Warrior (conversion failed), 41-14
Third Quarter
Maumelle: Marshaun Wiley run (Henry run), 49-14
Fourth Quarter
Maumelle: Mohammed Qtouf run (conversion failed) 55-14
White Hall: Xavier Wallace 2-yd run, Final Score, 55-20