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Gallery: Wildcats crush Firestorm in smashing home opener

September 8, 2019 by Riley Fisher and David Mitchell

The Wildcats defeated the Arizona Christian Firestorm with a smashing score of 66-14 in their home opener at Wildcat Stadium on Saturday night. The Wildcats move on to face the Central Arkansas Bears next week in Arkansas.

Senior kicker Michael Corso sends the ball down the field. (Photo by Riley Fisher)
Sophomore quarterback Maverick Gamez searches for the perfect passing opportunity. (Photo by Riley Fisher)
Fans watch excitedly as the Wildcats advance down the field. (Photo by Riley Fisher)

(Photo by Riley Fisher)
Senior wide receiver Josh Fink is taken down in the end zone by an opponent. (Photo by Riley Fisher)
Senior defensive tackle Makoni Pole celebrates a successful play with a teammate. (Photo by Riley Fisher)

(Photo by Riley Fisher)
Senior defensive lineman Tyler Hunt attempts to push past a Wildcat. (Photo by Riley Fisher)
Two Wildcats work together to take down a player from Arizona Christian. (Photo by Riley Fisher)

Senior defensive end Corey Smith sings the fight song with his teammates after the game. (Photo by Riley Fisher)
Junior tight end Branden Hohenstein points out excited fans after the game. (Photo by Riley Fisher)
The Wildcats line up and prepare to begin the next play. (Photo by Riley Fisher)

Redshirt freshman safety Byron Broussard dives to attempt a catch. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Sophomore quarterback Sema’J Davis attempts a pass. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Senior wide reciever Josh Fink dives for an impressive catch. (Photo by David Mitchell)

Branden Hohenstein, junior wide receiver, fights off a defender near the end zone. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Arizona Christian recovers a Wildcat fumble in their own territory. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Fans bear the heat to cheer on the Wildcats. (Photo by David Mitchell)

Wildcats celebrate in the end zone after a touchdown run. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Senior defensive tackle Cole Burgess celebrates a sack. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Worldwide Witness Coordinator Larry Henderson bravely parachutes onto Anthony Field. (Photo by David Mitchell)

Fans join in the singing of “Oh Dear Christian College.”(Photo by David Mitchell)
Wildcat fans show their support for senior wide receiver Josh Fink.(Photo by David Mitchell)
The Wildcats take the field as they prepare for their home opener against Arizona Christian.(Photo by David Mitchell)

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About Riley Fisher

-Senior theatre design major
-Chief Photographer and Social Media Director
-Passionate about storytelling and expression

About David Mitchell

My name is David Mitchell, and I am a senior psychology major from Dallas, Texas. I have always had a passion for photography and videography, and enjoy sharing my perspectives with others.

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