Senior Night Victory for the Hounds

The Atascadero Greyhounds pulled off a thrilling 20-17 victory over the Righetti Warriors, showcasing resilience and determination as they captured their fourth consecutive win. The game was particularly special, marking Senior Night and the last home game of the season, making the victory even better for the players and fans. The atmosphere was electric, with many supporters coming to celebrate the senior athletes who have dedicated their time and talent to the team.

The game stayed tight from start to finish, with both teams pushing each other to the limit. Atascadero’s offense commanded the field with a balanced and powerful attack, racking up 366 total yards — 270 of those from their dominant ground game.

Senior running back Josiah Gaona led the charge with a career-high 127 rushing yards, skillfully breaking through Righetti’s defense. Fellow senior Austin Smith added to the offensive momentum, contributing 58 rushing yards and scoring two critical touchdowns.

Righetti’s Cj Hunt kept the Warriors in the game, rushing for 91 yards and scoring a touchdown on only 11 carries. With time winding down in the fourth quarter, Righetti managed to set up a field goal that brought the game to a 17-17 tie, raising the stakes in the final minutes.

But Atascadero wasn’t finished. With under two minutes left, the Greyhounds mounted a determined final drive that pushed them into field goal range.

As the clock wound down, kicker Armand Mastagni stepped up to deliver the decisive moment once again, making this his second field goal to close out a close game, following a similar performance against Templeton earlier in the season. Mastagni delivered a perfect kick, sending the ball through the uprights and clinching a 20-17 victory for Atascadero.

The win boosted Atascadero’s record to 5-3 (Not Current) with momentum on their side, eager to build on their winning streak.