Hanover’s second matchup against the Axtell Eagles was not the challenge it was during the regular season, when the Wildcats won 50-42. During the substate game on Friday at Axtell, Hanover scored on every possession in the first half, going up 38-8 by half and winning 60-14.
Stallbaumer had 167 yards passing with two touchdowns, while Carter Bruna had 103 yards rushing with two TDs.
“The boys played with a lot of energy and were aggressive to the ball throughout the evening which allowed us to come away with the victory,” said Hanover Head Coach Matt Heuer. “I thought it was key that we were able to sustain drives and also hit the big play which is something we missed on the first meeting with them.” Coach Heuer also said, “It was a total overall team effort and I feel as though we are playing our best right now as we move into the State Championship.”
