Wyoming Football Rivalry Updates
Natrona County Defeats East 28-14 to End Nine-Game Losing Streak
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Natrona County’s 21-0 first-quarter surge began with Patton True and Brody Wilcox rushing touchdowns, followed by a passing touchdown from Parker Fox to Cooper Cox.
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Cooper Cox said he was dealing with calf cramps and briefly left the game before returning after Natrona’s safety suffered a similar injury; he then made the interception that ended East’s comeback attempt.
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In another Wyoming matchup, Central intercepted Thunder Basin quarterback Ty Eisenhauer on the second play from scrimmage, but Thunder Basin still scored first when Eisenhauer found Gracin Peak on a deflected pass.
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Central responded with touchdown drives capped by Tyrone Richards and a pre-halftime scoring pass from Owen Woods to Jackson Boyd, taking a 21-6 lead over Thunder Basin.
Natrona County dominated East High School in Wyoming's Week Two matchup, winning 28-14 behind a dominant rushing attack and stingy defense. The Mustangs built a commanding 21-0 lead in the first quarter before East staged a late comeback attempt, only to have it stopped by a crucial interception Action News Now. The win snapped Natrona County's nine-game losing streak in the series.
Natrona's First-Quarter Explosion Sets Tone
Natrona County's offense was unstoppable early, scoring three touchdowns before the end of the first quarter. Running backs Patton True and Brody Wilcox each punched in rushing touchdowns to start the barrage Action News Now. Quarterback Parker Fox added a passing touchdown to Cooper Cox, pushing the lead to 21-0 and essentially deciding the game before many fans finished their snacks.
East Fights Back Late, Falls Short of Comeback
East refused to quit, mounting a furious second-half rally to cut into Natrona's lead. The Eagles scored two touchdowns in the comeback attempt, keeping themselves in the game Action News Now. But Natrona's defense held firm. Cooper Cox made the game-clinching interception that sealed the victory, even though he had battled calf cramps during the game and briefly left the field before returning Action News Now.
Thunder Basin Strikes First Despite Early Turnover
In another Wyoming clash, Central and Thunder Basin traded early momentum. Central forced an interception on the second play of the game when Thunder Basin quarterback Ty Eisenhauer was picked off Action News Now. But Thunder Basin struck back quickly, scoring on a trick play when Eisenhauer found Gracin Peak on a deflected pass for a touchdown.
Central Seizes Control With Two Touchdown Drives
Central answered Thunder Basin's scoring drive with two of their own to take control of the game. Running back Tyrone Richards scored on one drive, putting Central ahead Action News Now. Before halftime, quarterback Owen Woods connected with Jackson Boyd on a touchdown pass, extending Central's lead to 21-6 and putting them firmly in command going into the locker room Action News Now.
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