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5A high school football: Hunter outlasts Lone Peak in epic 4OT thriller
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hunter | 10:40 p.m. Nov. 6, 2009
Davis- we're coming, You guys look weak.
Hunter fan | 10:40 p.m. Nov. 6, 2009
BEST OVERTIME GAME EVER SEEN HANDS DOWN!!!! See you at the U Hunter!!!
Anonymous | 10:48 p.m. Nov. 6, 2009
DAVIS BETTER BE READY FOR A BEATDOWN.
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exhausted | 10:54 p.m. Nov. 6, 2009
This had to be one of the best games ever. Neither team would give up. Emotions
were crazy on both sides, but came back under control. Two different game
plans. Too bad one team had to lose. Love to see that determination. Could
have watched that game for another two hours. Best part were the two coaches
rolling on the ground hugging at the end. Congratulations to two great teams!
Agreed | 11:55 p.m. Nov. 6, 2009
Best High School game I have ever seen. Emotions running high. Both teams
making plays. It was exhausting to just watch it. And the reffing was terrible,
you would have thought they were being paid per flag thrown. Hunter you have
made a believer out of me. Incredibly determined group of young men.
Hunter Alum '92 | 12:34 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
I am now living in Texas, could not go to the game, does anyone have access to a
tape of the game, I know it's a long shot, but I thought I'd try. let
me know bdwalk1@yahoo.com
HUNTERz NUMBER 1 FAN | 12:54 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
I give props to the Tanuvasa Twins with the loss of their grandmother this past
week. She was with you and helped you guys win this.. MUCH OFAS AND ALOFAS TO
HUNTER HIGH FOOTBALL TEAM....GET EM BOYS IN THE STATE FINALS...YOU DESERVE IT!!!
U OF U THE WESTSIDE IS COMIN OVER!!
Re: Anonymous | 1:04 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
Come on. I know that you're on the Hunter band wagon but Davis has a very
good, well balanced team! There will be NO beatdown by Hunter! It should be a
very good game! I will tell you that I was very surprised to hear that they beat
LP after they barely beat Weber. I thought the LP passing game would get the
best of them. I am so glad that they won, though, just to get the Region 4
teams/fans to shut up!!! Good luck Hunter in the semi's. It should be a
great game between two teams that can really run the ball.
coming!!! | 7:03 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
yeah baby hunter is taking it to the turf..
whoever is ready to step on the field with
these wolverines better be ready... cause they gonna
be POUNDING IT AND POUNDING IT AND POUNDING IT...
whoever is ready to step on the field with
these wolverines better be ready... cause they gonna
be POUNDING IT AND POUNDING IT AND POUNDING IT...
Pounders Grilll | 7:19 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
Awesome game. Its the best game I've seen in 25 years. Great Job Hunter.
All week the media,papers made it sound like Lone Peak was just gonna run
through Hunter to get to the turf. It just show's how stupid they can
really be. Never under estimate a team with good coaching and one that has a
rich tradition of fighting hard like a Wolverine.
STEELMAN | 7:53 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
I'm glad to see that coach Pearce can keep the kids emotion in check and
focus on the game. I've seen too many times where Hunter would get easily
distracted from other teams and start fighting and lose focus. Last night showed
disciplined and class act Hunter. Good job on pulling the kids together to see
the bigger picture. See you guys at the TURF. WEST SIDE HUNTER PRIDE!
Brad Jensen | 7:55 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
Next to the 2003 State Title game, this game might have been the most
exciting/important in Hunter's rich football tradition. It had everything!
Tons of emotions, heck the referring, not wanting to be out done by the teams
on the playing field, even got on board and supplied their own added drama to
the game.
Hats off to Coach Pearce. Dicipline is 'again' spelled out throughout the program. I have a hard time believing that if a young man wants a good education and a great football experiance that Hunter isn't again back on his radar. Winning with class and dicipline, what an offer sheet.
Bingham, Davis, Alta, beware, momentum and confidence is a funny thing and this band of Wolverines appeares to possess them all, no longer getting caught up in their own selfish agendas, like years past.
My money/heart is with the Wo wo wo verines!
Hats off to Coach Pearce. Dicipline is 'again' spelled out throughout the program. I have a hard time believing that if a young man wants a good education and a great football experiance that Hunter isn't again back on his radar. Winning with class and dicipline, what an offer sheet.
Bingham, Davis, Alta, beware, momentum and confidence is a funny thing and this band of Wolverines appeares to possess them all, no longer getting caught up in their own selfish agendas, like years past.
My money/heart is with the Wo wo wo verines!
Anonymous | 8:11 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
Yea no kidding about the refs, I was an Impartial observer and the refs really
catered to the passing game of LP, there were several flags that were thrown
against Hunter that really seemed unfair considering the many weird defensive
chop blocks the LP was using that only received one or two flags.
Best High School game I have ever seen, intensity, big plays, run game Vs pass game, great game. Hunter players keep your intensity but don’t let your emotions take you out of the game it almost did last night in the third, just let your coach be emotional you guys just play and you will bring home a bigger trophy, everyone there could see that it was biased against you guys. LP players you guys played awesome as well……… it was to bad team had to lose
Go get um Wolverines
Best High School game I have ever seen, intensity, big plays, run game Vs pass game, great game. Hunter players keep your intensity but don’t let your emotions take you out of the game it almost did last night in the third, just let your coach be emotional you guys just play and you will bring home a bigger trophy, everyone there could see that it was biased against you guys. LP players you guys played awesome as well……… it was to bad team had to lose
Go get um Wolverines
Run is Done | 8:29 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
Davis is faster and the kids listen. You are done hunter
Entertained in the WVC | 8:46 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
What an amazing game. People had counted Hunter out before the game began.
They played harder than any team I've ever seen, and outlasted the Knights.
Hunter is the story of the year, and they aren't done yet!!!
Way To Go Refs | 8:57 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
Refs have a responsibility to protect the boys, especially when boys can't
control thier emotions. Parents and fans allow thier emotions to get out of
control as well. Usually the only level headed people in attendance are the refs
and the people running the hot dog stand. Give the refs a big thank you from
keeping some opposing player from breaking your son or classmates leg or bashing
in his teeth or inflicting some injury that he may never recover from.
Lex | 9:02 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
Congrats Dustin, and good luck against Davis, Hunter.
Great Year | 9:14 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
I thought this was a great game by both teams who couldn't be more
different in their schemes. Though both sides almost imploded at times and
tried to hand the game to each other, by the time the fourth quarter came around
it appeared all the late hits and screaming at the officials ended and the boys
played extremely well. As a LP day, I have to admit I love that Hunter
offensive line. The longer the game went, the more apparent their 50 lb. per
man advantage was going to be more than we could handle. The 5 turnovers vs.
none for Hunter was huge. You throw in an offsides when Hunter was punting
which gave them the ball and we had 6 turnovers which we could not overcome.
Give a lot a credit to the RB's of Hunter for handling the ball that many
times and not fumbling the ball even once.
Greatest Highschool game I have watched in years. Congrats to Hunter and good luck against Davis. To our boys, you should be proud of your effort all year long. Great job to the coaching staff and to Tannon Pedersen and all the boys.
Greatest Highschool game I have watched in years. Congrats to Hunter and good luck against Davis. To our boys, you should be proud of your effort all year long. Great job to the coaching staff and to Tannon Pedersen and all the boys.
5A Fan | 9:24 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
I decided to go watch this game last night and boy was I glad I did! That may
have been the best high school game I have seen as well! I was impressed by both
teams and the kids from both schools. Nothing to hang your heads about Lone
Peak. You had a great season. I thought LP would put a beat down on Hunter, but
Hunter had a great game plan and just kept fighting. Hats off to both coaching
staffs. Hunter needs to clean it up on the penalties to have a chance next week,
but I for one am a believer in Hunter. Should be a great game against a good
Davis squad.
hunter fan | 9:45 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
I'm lovin my '93 Caravan all the way to the turf!!!!! Zing
Wolverine | 10:14 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
Were Taking it to the Turf...were coming for you Davis...Best Believe That...We
Will Fight to the End...Toughness is when everything gets stripped away from you
and you still keep fighting...
We WILL NOT STOP
We WILL NOT STOP
hunter dad | 10:22 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
It was an awesome game both teams deserve major props for effort an fighting
till the end.No one was hanging thier head or throwing in the towel,My congrats
to both teams the game could have went either way ,lone peak has an awesome
passing game and a stout defense you guys did a great job.as for hunter you guys
stayed in the game an fought I was very impressed great job coaches in keeping
the boys focused.
JAMMER | 11:31 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
T0 : Anonymous | 1:04 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
Come on. I know that you're on the Hunter band wagon but Davis has a very good, well balanced team! There will be NO beatdown by Hunter!
From what I saw, Cottonwood, Skyline, Weber and Lone Peak all had balanced teams. Football is an amazing sport which anyone can beat anyone at any time. Hunter just has peaked at just the right time. This team reminds me of the 1999 team that lost to Taylorsville in the semi's. Both were under the radar and rose to the challange. Hopefully it will be a different outcome. Davis will be good, but I don't think teams like packing the box with 10 guys and still not be able to deffend the run. It should be a tough game.
Come on. I know that you're on the Hunter band wagon but Davis has a very good, well balanced team! There will be NO beatdown by Hunter!
From what I saw, Cottonwood, Skyline, Weber and Lone Peak all had balanced teams. Football is an amazing sport which anyone can beat anyone at any time. Hunter just has peaked at just the right time. This team reminds me of the 1999 team that lost to Taylorsville in the semi's. Both were under the radar and rose to the challange. Hopefully it will be a different outcome. Davis will be good, but I don't think teams like packing the box with 10 guys and still not be able to deffend the run. It should be a tough game.
Coach Pearce | 11:41 a.m. Nov. 7, 2009
Great job Dustin! Coach of the year in my opinion! We are so happy for you and
your team! Best game I have ever seen in High School. Your confidence in your
team made me believe too. Good luck next week against Davis. We are your biggest
fans as you know! Pondo and AP.
MC Fan | 12:29 p.m. Nov. 7, 2009
We would own you 5A sissies!
Anonymous | 12:35 p.m. Nov. 7, 2009
Davis keep saying that u r well balanced and more disiplined and faster than
hunter. That's what every team we have beat says. Lp defense was supposed
to be amazing and the fastest in the state. They knew what the plays were and
they still couldn't stop the running game. Lp fought as hard as u could
expect and they should be proud. But hunter is really that good. They r as fast
as the fastest, as strong as the strongest, as physical as anyone, and they have
the strongest will I have ever seen. To credit Davis I am happy they won just
like we did. Looks like region 4 was a bit overrated. All 4 number 1 seeds.
Looks like uhssa got it right. Oh and to the parent who thinks the refs can
make phantom calls just to keep players safe. If u don't want your kid
injured he shouldn't play football. Just because one team is more physical
dosent mean they should be penalized. It's like calling a foul on a team
because they r faster. Injuries r part of the game. As long ad their legal hits
Difference in the Game! | 1:17 p.m. Nov. 7, 2009
Five turnovers by LP to None for Hunter.
Hunter | 2:09 p.m. Nov. 7, 2009
I am a hunter alum, and played on 3 varsity football teams that had a combined
record of 30-6, and this group of kids has more character than any of those
teams!! of the 3 teams i was a part of not 1 of them could have withstood the
challenges that hunter faced in the 3rd quarter!! Most of that character
reflects the attitude of the coaches, namely coach pearce. Him and his staff
have done a great job. THEY WILL NOT QUIT!! look out for these boys to continue
pounding it right into the finals!! LETS GO WOLVERINES!!!
Hunter Student | 2:13 p.m. Nov. 7, 2009
What an awesome game! Wow both teams worked so hard and I am truly proud of both
of them! Lone Peak fought hard and they are a good team. Hunter showed some
great heart out there. Next week will be a good game against Davis they are also
a good team, it now comes down to who wants it more.
GOODLUCK HUNTER make us proud!
GOODLUCK HUNTER make us proud!
Re: Hunter | 2:34 p.m. Nov. 7, 2009
What years? I was '90 and '91
bingham miner | 3:01 p.m. Nov. 7, 2009
come on hunter beat davis, so we can blow you out in the title game.
Anonymous | 3:13 p.m. Nov. 7, 2009
you better hope you dont play bingham in the title game.
Hunter Senior [A.E] | 3:13 p.m. Nov. 7, 2009
I must say that this has been the best year to be enjoying as a Senior.
Throughout my Sophomore and Junior years, we could have never imagined making it
to the Semi-Finals. These boys have heart. They've got more potential than
they themselves see. These past games have brought us all together and taught us
that anything, absolutely anything is possible. For those of you that are
players, DO NOT GIVE UP. Play this Friday like your life depended on it. Show
Davis who's boss. You've worked so very hard to reach this. Don't
let it go. The boys you play with aren't only your teammates, they are your
family. So go out there on Friday, not with an attitude that will hinder a win,
but humbly. Davis can control how fast they run, how hard they hit, but they
cannot control your heart, or your dream. Good luck, make us proud.
Mom of a KNIHGT | 8:05 p.m. Nov. 7, 2009
Lone Peak KNIGHTS, you played one of the best games of the year and maybe even
high school History. One news paper writer called it "EPIC" and we
would have to agree. Everyone "showed up" and you young men played
with all your "heart and sole". We know you wanted this game and it
obvioulsy meant everyhting to you. We have followed you boys since you first
started playing and you are some of the most talented players and together make
the most talented high school Varsity teams in the state. You were well matched
in this game and all in all you should have beat them hands down. Emotions were
high and adrenaline was flowing but you guys kept your heads together and played
your hearts out til the end. We are proud to be a Parent of KNIGHT. We love you
guys and we are going to miss "FRIDAY NIGHT KNIGHTS, 2009". Good luck
guys, we hope to see many of you playing college ball.
To MC Fan | 8:49 p.m. Nov. 7, 2009
Is is easy for MC Fan to throw challenges over the wall that he knows he will
never have to back up with his football pads. Saying 4A is better than 5A is
like saying a peanut butter sandwich is better than lobster. NO credibility
after a statement like that.
RE:To MC Fan | 10:46 p.m. Nov. 7, 2009
wait didnt a 3a logan team just demolish hunter not to long ago?
Hunter | 11:01 p.m. Nov. 7, 2009
I played 03-05 . . . .
Oh, and i love the M.C. comments . . . . What is your all time record vs. Hunter? I believe its 0-2, and 2 blowout wins for hunter at that!! in fact one game hunter set its school scoring record with 69 points! Anyways, LETS GO PLAY HARD AGAIN HUNTER, YOU CONTROL YOUR OWN DESTINY!!!
Oh, and i love the M.C. comments . . . . What is your all time record vs. Hunter? I believe its 0-2, and 2 blowout wins for hunter at that!! in fact one game hunter set its school scoring record with 69 points! Anyways, LETS GO PLAY HARD AGAIN HUNTER, YOU CONTROL YOUR OWN DESTINY!!!
Hunter fan | 12:57 a.m. Nov. 8, 2009
2003 Hunter 69, Mountain Crest 39
2004 Hunter 35, Mountain Crest 14
There`s the facts for ya MC fan, enjoy the upcoming beatdown you will be receiving from Timpview.
2004 Hunter 35, Mountain Crest 14
There`s the facts for ya MC fan, enjoy the upcoming beatdown you will be receiving from Timpview.
Me, Myself and I | 11:13 a.m. Nov. 8, 2009
Congrats Coach Pearce and team on the great win. Keep fighting each week. I look
forward to seeing you play at REC in two weeks!!!
Anonymous | 12:29 p.m. Nov. 8, 2009
hunter got beat by a 3a team
Anonymous | 3:58 p.m. Nov. 8, 2009
That Logan team could have anyone in the state that year. There isn't any
shame in losing to someone better than u.
3A Team? | 4:11 p.m. Nov. 8, 2009
What 3A team are we talking about? and what does that have to do with this year?
Hunter Teacher | 7:32 a.m. Nov. 9, 2009
Wow I am so impressed!!! Not just the players, but Coaches, fans, Cheerleaders,
Drill Team, Dance Company, Band, parents, Grandparents, Booster Club, and, the
KIDS!!! It was so thrilling to see you all band together as a "Hunter
Family". You are truely an awesome experience to be a part of. Thank you
for showing the public why I TEACH school and why I teach at HUNTER. Your spirit
and actions in and out of the classroom are things for you to be very proud of.
We are goin'to the TURF, BABY. HUNTER PRIDE, BLUE THROUGH AND
THROUGH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
Anonymous | 2:41 p.m. Nov. 9, 2009
Hunter showed class and discipline when it appeared they were losing it in the
3rd quarter with so many penalties. Lone Peak had a few key penalties of their
own at critical points of the game. Too bad Hannemann got hurt in the 1st half,
I think he would have made a difference.
There's a quote, "The best players don't always win, the players that play the best win." Hunter played the best that night. Players and coaches need to always keep a cool head and not allow emotions to get the better of them. Congrats to both teams. Hunter, let's get a victory over Davis and show the state that your vicotry over Lone Peak was no fluke.
There's a quote, "The best players don't always win, the players that play the best win." Hunter played the best that night. Players and coaches need to always keep a cool head and not allow emotions to get the better of them. Congrats to both teams. Hunter, let's get a victory over Davis and show the state that your vicotry over Lone Peak was no fluke.
hunter pride | 4:38 p.m. Nov. 9, 2009
were gonna pound davis.
Hunter 37 Davis 14
POUND IT AND POUND IT AND POUND IT!!!! get one for the west side!!!!!
Hunter 37 Davis 14
POUND IT AND POUND IT AND POUND IT!!!! get one for the west side!!!!!
HHS!! 2010!! | 7:08 p.m. Nov. 9, 2009
HUNTER!! Growing up at Hunter, i've always learned to fight for what i
want...nothing was ever simply given to me...and, our football fought from the
bottom to the top! that's how you know a good team from a bad team...they
get BETTER as the season goes on!
good luck boyz!! let's hope we don't have lame reff's like last time...that called delay of game on us while we were on defense???
by the way....great job drill team! and, great job girls volleyball team! Region Champs!!
good luck boyz!! let's hope we don't have lame reff's like last time...that called delay of game on us while we were on defense???
by the way....great job drill team! and, great job girls volleyball team! Region Champs!!
Re:HHS!!2010!! | 9:25 p.m. Nov. 9, 2009
yes you can get a delay of game on defense.
Mike | 9:22 a.m. Nov. 10, 2009
HHH!!2010
Try reading the rule book sometime. Did you know you can have pass interferance on the Offense also, and Blocking Below the waist on the Defense? How about block in the back? Defense can get it also.
Duh!!!!
Try reading the rule book sometime. Did you know you can have pass interferance on the Offense also, and Blocking Below the waist on the Defense? How about block in the back? Defense can get it also.
Duh!!!!
Re:HHS!!2010!! | 10:04 a.m. Nov. 10, 2009
Delay of game on defense? I was at the game & I saw the defense get
penalized for having 12 players on the field, but I didn't see a delay.
Re:HHS!!2010!! | 2:26 p.m. Nov. 10, 2009
its ok you must be a high school kid new to the sport of football.
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