Hillside opens season with shutout win over Columbia

Natrona County opened the 2026 season with a 34-13 victory over Laramie at Cheney Alumni Field on August 28. Quarterback Cooper Rogers led the Mustangs under coach Steve Harshman, with key contributions from Richy Parke and Brodey Wilcox. Meanwhile, Hillside also started their season successfully, securing a shutout win against Columbia. In that matchup, Travis Miles dominated the game by scoring three touchdowns, ensuring a strong opening performance for the Hillside team in their first game.