Pershelle Rohrer The Grizzlies played their first true home games of the season against Green Canyon on September 14 and Woods Cross on September 7. Logan’s offense prevailed in both games, and clutch defensive stops secured wins for the Grizzlies, who are 3-2 heading into Friday’s game at Ridgeline (4-1, 1-0). After defeating Woods Cross 35-28 two weeks ago, Logan’s offense remained strong heading into last week’s matchup. The Grizzlies took down the Wolves 34-28 in the first region matchup of the season, ending Logan’s homecoming week on a high note. Here are recaps from the past two weeks. Friday, September 7: Grizzlies hold off Woods Cross to remain undefeated Photo Credit: Herald Journal The Logan Grizzlies and Woods Cross Wildcats were all tied up at the end of the third quarter on Friday, September 7, but a long touchdown pass from Jonny Parkinson to Timm Van Leeuwen put the Grizzlies ahead for good late in the game. Logan’s defense stopped Woods Cross in the red zone as time expired to earn the victory 35-28 and move to 4-0 on the season. Sophomore Isaac Larsen set the tone for Logan with an early interception. Parkinson’s 48 yard pass to Charlie Jensen set up the first of three touchdowns for Van Leeuwen, who helped give the Grizzlies the 7-0 lead with 4:50 remaining in the first quarter. Simione Pauni helped extend the lead with a rushing touchdown early in the second quarter. Woods Cross got on the board when Tucker Goodfellow scored off of a pass from Carston Naegle, but the Grizzlies immediately responded with a Van Leeuwen kickoff return from one end zone to the other. Woods Cross senior Jordan Johnson scored just before halftime to keep the Wildcats within striking distance, but the Grizzlies remained ahead 21-14. Woods Cross scored twice in the third quarter to take a 28-21 lead, but Kade Thornley’s rushing touchdown tied it up with 12 seconds to go in the third quarter. Thornley finished with 91 rushing yards on 22 carries. Woods Cross and Logan remained tied for the majority of the fourth quarter, but Chris Shopbell’s interception with just under five minutes to go set up the game-winning drive for the Grizzlies. Parkinson targeted Van Leeuwen for a 36-yard touchdown pass with four minutes remaining, capping off Van Leeuwen’s three touchdown outing. He led the Grizzlies with 282 total yards and 121 passing yards, topping both categories. Parkinson completed 25 of 37 pass attempts for 256 yards, 2 touchdowns, and an interception. Woods Cross converted twice on fourth down and reached the red zone with under a minute to play. The Grizzly defense managed to get multiple stops within ten yards of the end zone, and an incomplete pass out of bounds ended the game, moving the Grizzlies to 4-0 and the Wildcats to 2-2 on the year. Friday, September 14: Parkinson, Jensen shine as Logan beats Green Canyon in homecoming game Photo Credit: Herald Journal Logan High’s football game against Green Canyon helped cap off homecoming week on a high note as seniors Jonny Parkinson and Charlie Jensen led the Grizzlies to a 34-28 win against the Wolves on Friday night. Three of Parkinson’s four passing touchdowns were to Jensen, who finished with 154 passing yards on the night. The Grizzlies trailed the Wolves 21-14 as the end of the first half approached, but a 40- yard touchdown pass from Parkinson to Jensen with under ten seconds remaining left the game tied at halftime. Logan’s momentum carried into the second half as Kevin Nye caught a pass in the end zone to give the Grizzlies the lead. Green Canyon responded with a rushing touchdown midway through the fourth quarter to leave the game all tied up with 5:50 to go. The Grizzlies made their advance down the field, and a 45-yard run by Kade Thornley set up Jensen’s third touchdown catch. The extra point was blocked, but Green Canyon had just two and a half minutes to score. Tyson Sauer secured the win for Logan with an interception with just over a minute remaining. With the win, Logan moved to 3-2 on the season and 1-0 in Region 12 play while Green Canyon dropped to 1-4 on the year. Logan’s first two preseason games against Bonneville and Park City were forfeited due to the use of an academically ineligible player. Logan’s next game is on Friday, September 21, against Ridgeline High School. The Riverhawks (4-1, 1-0) pose a tough challenge for the Grizzlies, as they defeated Mountain Crest 29-28 in overtime on September 14. The game will be in Millville at 7 PM.
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