The shootout started on the very first play. Iola opened with possession, but Columbus stripped the ball and returned it for a touchdown, setting the tone for a night that featured one scoring drive after another. From there, the teams traded scores throughout the game, with neither offense slowing down. Columbus ultimately managed to hold off the Mustangs in the 15-point victory.
Iola finished with 727 total yards of offense, including 356 through the air and 371 on the ground. Quarterback Reed Clift completed 14 of 24 passes for 356 yards and three touchdowns while also leading the Mustangs with 194 rushing yards on 15 carries. Austin Cook led the receiving group with four catches for 163 yards and two touchdowns, while Jace Herrmann added six receptions for 110 yards and two scores. Kevon Loving contributed 66 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 17 carries, while Milo Franklin added 79 yards and a touchdown on four carries.
Columbus matched Iola’s production with 726 total yards, putting up 237 passing yards and 489 rushing yards. Howard completed 10 of 12 passes for 237 yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for 117 yards on seven carries. Dohle was a major part of the Titans’ offensive attack, finishing with 305 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 15 carries. He also caught six passes for 135 yards and added the opening defensive touchdown on the fumble return, giving him four total touchdowns. Schuberger added two receptions for 38 yards and a touchdown.
