Game Details - Football

The Crimson Cliffs Mustangs (10-2) will face off against the Sky View Bobcats (8-4) for the first time ever in Friday’s 4A semifinal. Crimson Cliffs enters this game with a 10 game win streak after losing its two opening games. Crimson Cliffs boasts a potent offense that averages 31 points per game while conceding an average of 20.8 points. They recently secured a semifinal berth with a close 28-25 victory over Green Canyon, where running back McCord Christiansen proved instrumental by scoring three rushing touchdowns and 179 rushing yards. McCord leads the Mustangs with 1850 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns on 290 carries for the season. Quarterback Ryder Sherratt commands the Mustangs’ passing attack, having completed 178 of 313 passes for 2,150 yards and 25 touchdowns, with nine interceptions. Malakai Alofipo is Sherratt’s primary target, collecting 55 receptions for 1,055 yards and 13 touchdowns. Defensively, the Mustangs are anchored by McKay Wright, who has recorded 150 tackles and three sacks. Max Griffiths added105 tackles and seven sacks, adding resilience to their defense. Sky View presents a formidable challenge, equipped with an offense that averages 31.3 points per game and a defense yielding 28.4 points on average. The Bobcats advanced to the semifinals following a 26-20 win over Provo. Quarterback Jack Clark has guided the offense efficiently, with 177 completions on 318 attempts for 2,755 yards, 28 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. Running back Xander Stokes supports Sky View’s offense with 1,081 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns on 232 carries. Liam Guthrie stands as the leading receiver, notching 74 catches for 1,086 yards and 17 touchdowns, playing a vital role in spreading out defenses. On the defensive side, Skyler Murdock leads with 121 tackles, providing a strong counter to opposing offenses, while Tyson Bradley’s eight sacks highlight the team’s ability to pressure quarterbacks. These two teams have never met before in this competition, making this an intriguing first encounter. Crimson Cliffs seeks to defend its first state title acquired last year, while Sky View aims to return to championship form last achieved in 2020. Both schools’ recent success in their respective regions adds another layer to the anticipation of this high-stakes collision.