​Alta defenders celebrate a fumble recovery during a high school football game against Springville in Sandy on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026.
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Lukas Katilius, Deseret News
NonregionLayton Christian 48, Hunter 0Layton Christian (1-0) dominated Hunter (0-1) in a nonregion matchup, scoring 48 unanswered points before the game ended after three quarters under the UHSAA 44-point mercy rule. The Eagles jumped out to a 28-0 lead in the first quarter. Quarterback Colton Johns threw four touchdown passes, and Chris Munroe scored twice on the ground.Kanab 47, Emery 13Grady Anderson orchestrated a dominant performance for Kanab (1-0), leading them to a convincing 47-13 victory over Emery in a nonregion matchup. Anderson threw four touchdown passes, including a spectacular 69-yard connection with Brennan Orton late in the first quarter to set the tone. Emery (0-1) struggled to keep pace despite a brief spark in the second quarter when Ajay Thomas rushed for a 2-yard touchdown, cutting the deficit to 20-13. Kanab’s Lochlon Glover broke free for a 41-yard touchdown run early in the third quarter, extending their lead and dashing any hopes of an Emery comeback. With this win, Kanab’s balanced attack on both air and ground showcased their strength as they held Emery scoreless in the second half.Desert Hills 40, Hillcrest 0Desert Hills (1-0) dominated Hillcrest in a nonregion matchup, shutting out the Huskies 40-0. The Thunder scored all 40 points in the first half, with quarterback Deacon Virgin throwing three touchdown passes in the second quarter alone. Virgin connected with Josiah Thomas, Tagg Brinton and Isaac Andresen for a 26-yard score with 1:21 remaining in the half. Desert Hills’ defense held Hillcrest scoreless throughout the game.Canyon View 35, Jordan 0Canyon View (1-0) dominated Jordan in a nonregion matchup, shutting out the Beetdiggers 35-0. The Falcons scored touchdowns in all four quarters, with Owen Williams connecting on multiple passing touchdowns and Jace Floyd adding two rushing scores.Rich 21, Gunnison Valley 14Rich (1-0) defeated Gunnison Valley (0-1) 21-14 in a nonregion game. The Rebels built a 14-7 lead through two quarters, with Nash Parry catching a 7-yard touchdown pass and Max Weston adding a 28-yard touchdown reception. Gunnison Valley scored on a Kyle Keith’s 2-yard run in the second quarter, then pulled within seven again with Brody Knudsen’s 80-yard pass reception with 5:48 remaining in the fourth.Salem Hills 41, Granger 7Salem Hills (1-0) dominated Granger (0-1) in a nonregion matchup, with Joe Hughes accounting for three touchdowns in the rout. Hughes caught a 3-yard touchdown pass and a 36-yard touchdown pass from Cash Holli