Mason High School Football Team Defeats Holt 48-12 in Season Opener
The Mason high school football team opened the season with a decisive 48‑12 victory over Holt on August 27, 2026, a performance that instantly earned the program the South Cedar Street Bowl trophy.
Quarterback Gerrit Koot directed the offense with crisp passes, while Holt’s Casen Willard tried to spark a response with a daring keeper that tested Mason’s defensive front. The breakthrough came when Raymond Moore leapt for a one‑handed touchdown reception, and Frankie Trigo added a quick score that put Mason ahead early.
Mason’s Troy Peters was brought down by Holt’s B.J. Coney in a key defensive play, and later Joey Schild was tackled by the same opponent, highlighting the back‑and‑forth physicality of the contest.
Holt’s Braylen Barnes attempted to break through Mason’s line, only to be met by a diving stop from Jeffrey Reisner, while Jordan Morgan’s presence added depth to the defensive front.
Midway through the game, an unexpected visitor — a hawk perched on a nest in a light tower — briefly paused the action, drawing cheers from the crowd before it took flight again.
After the final whistle, Coach Gary Houghton lifted the South Cedar Street Bowl trophy, celebrating the team’s dominant display and the community’s enthusiasm.