Giltner ground game stiff arms Knights

Hornets get two fourth quarter INTs for second victory

Jayden Smith (21) was a downhill runner for the Hornets all night long, totaling 119 yards on 20 carries and a touchdown. Smith is shown here during a fourth quarter run stiff arming a defender.
Jayden Smith (21) was a downhill runner for the Hornets all night long, totaling 119 yards on 20 carries and a touchdown. Smith is shown here during a fourth quarter run stiff arming a defender.

In a complete contrast of styles, Giltner’s ground and pound mentality won out over Nebraska Lutheran’s aerial attack. With a pair of huge fourth quarter defensive plays, Giltner held on to defeat Nebraska Lutheran 28-16 at home Friday night for its second win of the season.  The Knights’ unique style of play for the 8-man ranks takes an entire week of preparation and Giltner coach Dane McCon…