High school football game action of Highland at Gilbert, Friday, August 31, 2012 in Gilbert.
Highland's Grant Gale is wrapped up by the Gilbert defense as he runs the ball Friday, August 31, 2012. [Jerry Burch/For the Tribune]
Gilbert defenders, including Rj Patino,left, attempt to stop Highland's Evan Dadasievwicz in the third quarter of play at Gilbert, Friday, August 31, 2012. [Jerry Burch/For the Tribune]
Gilbert Quarterback Jonathan Ridout, left, runs the ball while taking on Highland Friday, August 31, 2012. [Jerry Burch/For the Tribune]
Gilbert quarterback Conner Helvig,right, breaks a tackle with two Highland defenders Friday, August 31, 2012. [Jerry Burch/For the Tribune]
Highland receiver Bill Johnson runs the ball while taking on Gilbert, Friday, August 31, 2012. [Jerry Burch/For the Tribune]
Gilbert's Michael Layser runs the ball up the middle, Friday, August 31, 2012. [Jerry Burch/For the Tribune]
Members of the Gilbert ROTC prepare to take the field before the Gilbert and Highland game in Gilbert Friday, August 31, 2012. [Jerry Burch/For the Tribune]
Highland coach Pete Wahlheim has taken an old-school approach with his program and has endured some difficult seasons. This year, the Hawks are 5-2 and in good position to make the playoffs.
The home team Gilbert take to the field to take on Highland, Friday, August 31, 2012. [Jerry Burch/For the Tribune]
Leland Rogers, Gilbert Head coach, thanks a young fan for his support in their effort against Highland Friday, August 31, 2012. [Jerry Burch/For the Tribune]
Two Gilbert students enjoy the Gilbert game from the "spirit chair" near the 20 yard line, Friday, August 31, 2012. [Jerry Burch/For the Tribune]
Wide reciever,Bill Johnson,gains yardage as the Gilbert defense tries to stop him Friday, August 31, 2012. [Jerry Burch/For the Tribune]
Three Highland defenders bring down Gilbert wide receiver Jacob Vignere, but not before getting a first down, Friday, August 31, 2012. [Jerry Burch/For the Tribune]
Gilbert kicker, Austin Carver warms up before the matchup between Gilbert and Highland Friday, August 31, 2012.
Coach Rogers talks to his payers during a timeout early in Friday's game with Highland Friday, August 31, 2012. [Jerry Burch/For the Tribune]
Highland players join with an official for the playing of the the National Anthem, Friday, August 31, 2012. [Jerry Burch/For the Tribune]
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