Mustangs Fall to City High

Hempstead lost to City High 28-7 in a hard hitting football game. The Mustangs hung tough, but couldn't contain the # 1 ranked Little Hawks in the end. The players need to learn from their mistakes and now prepare for the always dangerous Dubuque Senior Rams.

Team Captains face each other before the game at Dalzell Field.

Brad Duwe (5), Dillon Hefel (10) & Tyler McAtee (22)

tackle IC High's A.J. Derby (18).

Brad Duwe (5) forces a fumble as he & Tyler McAtee (22)

tackle IC High player.

Dan Kunkel (33) rushes for a Mustang touchdown.

Photographs © Jane Melgaard

Mustangs Win In The Dome

The Hempstead Mustangs triumphed in an important MVC game versus the always tough Cedar Falls Tigers. Winning 14-10 late in the fourth quarter, The Mustangs stopped the Tigers at the 5 yard line as time ran out. It was a hard hitting affair with both teams playing excellent defense. On defense, Brock Haas had 10 solo tackles and 6 assists. Jay Gonzales also had a fine game at defensive tackle. On offense, the Mustangs received touchdowns from TJ Houselog and Matt Ehlers. Kyle Wiest extended his PAT streak to 16 straight. The game also was the return of Dillon Hefel who played well on "D" and "O". Great job Mustangs!

Brock Haas (32) breaks a tackle as he gains yardage

toward the end zone early in the second quarter.

Dillon Hefel (10), Dan Riedl (70), TJ Houselog (3).

TJ Houselog (3) runs the ball in the end zone for a Mustang TD.

Tyler McAtee (22).

Austin Blume (51) tackles a Cedar Falls runner.

Jordan Waddick (24) gains yardage in the second quarter.

Brandon Schueler (66).

TJ Houselog (3) tackles Cedar Falls player (3).

Dillon Hefel (10).

Matt Ehlers (2) dives for the end zone in the third quarter.

Alex Brown (81).

Mustang's Brock Haas (32), Chad Peppmeier (44),

Brandon Schueler (66),Kyle Reinert (62) & Dan Riedl (70)

celebrate a third quarter touch down.

Head Coach Mark Ehlers talks to the Mustang offense

during a Tiger time-out late in the fourth quarter.

Brock Haas (32) tackles a Cedar Falls player

late in the fourth quarter.

Mitch Berendes (55), Matt Ehlers (2), Chad Peppmeier (44).

Photographs © Jane Melgaard

Mustangs Defeat Waterloo East

Photographs © Jane Melgaard

Mustangs Edge Eagles In Thriller

Dubuque was once again treated to an excellent high school football game between Hempstead and Wahlert. The thrilling 24-21 victory was a game of momentum swings and big plays. Both teams should be proud of the effort and Sportsmanship that was displayed on this night as Hempstead goes to 2-0.

The Mustangs were led by captains Brock Haas, Matt Ehlers, Ben Henderson and Kyle Reinert.
Ben and Kyle play key roles on the offensive and defensive lines. Brock had 154 yards rushing and 2 TD's along with an excellent night at linebacker. Matt was 10-17 at QB (TD throw) and had an interception on "D". Junior Brad Duwe contributed heavily at receiver (Circus catch) and defensive back. Kyle Wiest was again perfect for the night with a 22yd. field goal.

Seniors TJ Houselog, Brandon Kiefer, Dan Riedl, Alex Brown(big catch) and Tyler McAtee once again were solid in victory. Juniors Jordan Waddick and Jay Gonzales are also playing key roles for the Mustangs.

Photographs © Jane Melgaard.