Panthers build more momentum
The long bus ride to Tenino two weeks ago sapped the energy out of the Panthers before they even stepped on to the football field. But it was a different story for Washougal Friday, in Clatskanie, Ore. After a scoreless first quarter for both teams, the Panthers erupted for 21 points in the second quarter and marched to a 42-26 victory. Bobby Jacobs rushed for 266 yards and scored three touchdowns. Randy Gubser gained 64 yards on the ground and two touchdowns. Matt Randall caught a touchdown pass from Guy LaRue. Jacobs completed three long trips into the end zone on runs of 65, 75 and 25 yards. Gubser added 4- and 21-yard rushing touchdowns. "Our line stepped it up and made a lot of critical blocks," Jacobs said of Christian Edminson, Anthony Valdez, Luke Hiersche and the rest of the offensive line. "They led the way. In order to have a multitude of good running backs, you need a line to block. They are what makes everything possible."