In a decisive Friday night showdown, the Hillcrest Patriots earned a statement win over the Hewitt‑Trussville Huskies, 42‑20. The game, played in the greater Birmingham area, marked Hillcrest’s first victory of the 2026 high‑school football season and improved their record to 2‑0.
Key moments
Hewitt‑Trussville jumped ahead early, building a 14‑0 lead. Hillcrest responded with a forced fumble that set up an eight‑yard touchdown run by junior running back Jacobi Harris. After tying the game at 14, the Patriots seized momentum, forcing two interceptions from Huskies quarterback Jack Floyd in the second half.
Hillcrest’s defense held Hewitt‑Trussville to under 50 yards after halftime, while Harris dominated on the ground, finishing with 241 rushing yards and three touchdowns, surpassing 250 total yards of offense.
Looking ahead
The Patriots now turn their attention to a rivalry matchup against Hueytown next week, opening the month of September. The win over a higher‑classification opponent underscores Hillcrest’s resilience and sets a positive tone for the rest of the season.
Wyatt Fulton, Tide 100.9 DME brand manager, covered the game and noted the Patriots’ physicality and execution as key factors in the victory.
Original reporting: The Tuscaloosa Thread — read the source article.
