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CAFE RIO GAME NIGHT LIVE PLAYER OF THE GAME

Cafe Rio Player of the Game: Mountain Ridge’s Jaxon Hunt

Oct 6, 2026, 10:22 AM

Photo: Deseret News

BY KSL SPORTS

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HERRIMAN — With potential playoff implications at stake, the “Battle of Herriman” did not disappoint the fans in attendance.

Friday night had all the elements of a classic rivalry being renewed. The rivalry game also was senior night for Mountain Ridge, with each player on the Knights being recognized at midfield with their families, and each team having a player deemed the best in their position going into kickoff.

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Cafe Rio Player of the Game: Mountain Ridge’s Jaxon Hunt

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