Burton Panthers get season off to a strong start with 30-13 win over Holland
The Burton Panthers began their football season with a 30-13 road victory over the Holland Hornets on Friday night, avenging a loss to the Hornets from the previous year. Quarterback Kayden Patterson and running back Maleek Bibby led the way for the Panthers, who built an early lead and fought off a Holland rally in the second half.
- The Panthers took control in the first half with a pair of touchdowns in the opening quarter.
- Maleek Bibby scored on a two-yard run, followed by a 29-yard touchdown run from Kayden Patterson, putting Burton up 12-0.
- Patterson added a 40-yard touchdown run in the second quarter before Holland scored their first points, making it 18-7 at halftime.
- Holland attempted a comeback in the third quarter with a touchdown, but Patterson responded immediately with a kickoff return for a touchdown, keeping Burton ahead 24-13 going into the final quarter.
- In the fourth quarter, Patterson connected with Bibby on a 34-yard pass, which set up another one-yard touchdown run by Bibby to seal the 30-13 win.
Key player stats
- Kayden Patterson (QB):
- Rushing: 13 carries for 97 yards and two touchdowns.
- Passing: 5-of-9 for 69 yards.
- Also had a crucial kickoff return for a touchdown.
- Maleek Bibby (RB):
- Rushing: 14 carries for 73 yards and two touchdowns.
- Receiving: One catch for 34 yards.
Looking ahead
The Panthers will now prepare for their home opener against Hearne on Friday at 7 p.m. at Panther Stadium. Holland will look to rebound when they travel to face Valley Mills on Friday.
