-13The Timberwolves took on the Katy Cinco Ranch Cougars on Friday, Sept. 21 at Legacy Stadium. Due to the two hour drive, many fans were not able to make it out to the game, but this didn’t stop the team from showing up and ultimately winning 14-13.

Sophomore QB Ryder Hernandez showed his mobility as well as his arm in this game. He threw for two TDs in the game and 268 passing yards according to Hernandez. Hernandez was able to scramble out of the pocket when under pressure.

“It was important to end non-district play with a win,” Hernandez said. “We have some momentum going into our next games.”

The Black Rain defense showed up in this game, only allowing 13 points to a 6A school. Senior DE Jacob Muñoz recovered a fumble in the third quarter when Katy was driving down the field. According to Muñoz, he also had one sack, three tackles for loss and two tackles.

“It all comes down to who can finish,” Muñoz said. “We’re constantly talking [about the] next play on the sidelines and keeping our spirits high when adversity hits. We focus on what’s in front of us, and are taught not to dwell on the past and to have a clean slate every time the ball is snapped and to make a play in the moment.”

This was a very important game for Cedar Park, as it was the final game of non-district play. The Timberwolves finished non-district play with a 2-2 record and will take on the 2-2 Rouse Raiders Sept 28. at Gupton Stadium.

“We are showing growth,” junior OL Luke Benavides said. “We’re starting to play the Cedar Park Football that everyone knows.”