The Dwight varsity football team picked up a dominant 44-12 victory over Deer Creek-Mackinaw on Friday night, improving to 2-1 on the season. The Trojans controlled the game from the start, jumping out to an 8-0 lead in the first quarter before exploding for 22 points in the second quarter to take a 30-12 advantage into halftime. Dwight continued to pull away in the second half, scoring twice while holding Deer Creek-Mackinaw scoreless.

The Trojans finished with 424 total yards, including 315 on the ground. Ayden Collom led the rushing attack with 100 yards and two touchdowns on 16 carries, while Kayden Wood and Ryker Anderson each added rushing touchdowns. Collin Bachand accounted for 151 total yards and two touchdowns, rushing for 42 yards and throwing for 109 yards and a touchdown. Joe Duffy had a big night as well, catching two passes for 101 yards and a touchdown, including a 51-yard score.

Defensively, Dwight held Deer Creek-Mackinaw to 220 total yards and shut out the Chiefs in the second half. The Trojans’ balanced offensive attack and strong second-half defensive effort helped Dwight pull away for an impressive road victory.