Shorthorns have some big shoes to fill for move up to Class 3A
Returning senior quarterback Owen Brenek delivers a pass in the Shorthorns’ first scrimmage last Thursday as head coach Clay Ferguson looks on. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala
Denver Carr hangs on to the ball for a first-down reception despite the effort of a Ganado defender. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala
Preston Kahn drags down an Indian running back for no gain. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala
Trey Silcox wraps up a Ganado wide receiver to thwart a screen play. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala
Nick Goode heads upfield after making a catch for a big gain. Sticker Photo By Darrell Vyvjala
Last season, two seniors accounted for over 1,100 yards receiving and more than 1,000 rushing along with 33 of the Shorthorns’ 62 offensive touchdowns.
Not only will second-year head coach Clay Ferguson have to figure out how to make up for that lost production in 2026 but he’ll also be looking for replacements on the other side of the ball. Six of the top eight tacklers last year played their fina…