The Harding Varsity football team took positive steps forward in its second game of the season, but still came up short against JP II. The Hawks showed resilience with a scoring drive late in the 4th quarter, but ultimately fell 22-12.
After an opening game loss to BGA, where the heat greatly impacted a Harding team with many starters going both ways and playing all special teams, the Hawks battled against JP II and were only down 7-6 at halftime. Riley Bundren '25 took a kickoff the distance for Harding's first score. JP II's quick passing game was effective throughout the game as they tacked on two more scores in the second half. Bundren again found the endzone on a sweep play late in the 4th quarter.
Harding looks to rebound next week against Ezell-Harding on Thursday, September 12 in what will be the third game in a row on the road. Go Hawks!!