The Hugh Boyd Trojans are ready to get down to some serious business Saturday as they look to repeat as Southern Conference AA champions.
In what is expected to be the first of two big tests, the Trojans (1-0-0) travel to Surrey to take on the Holy Cross Crusaders (1-1-0). A year ago, Boyd rolled to a 4-0-0 record in conference play, including a 34-3 thrashing of the Crusaders in its regular season finale. However, the Catholic school is much improved with a 5-2-0 overall record, including a 57-0 win over Frank Hurt last week.
The Trojans also made short work of their opponent, concluding their non-conference schedule with a 52-7 home field win over Vernon’s Clarence Fulton Maroons.
Senior tailback Gabe Saklofsky had a huge night with 213 yards rushing and five touchdowns on just 11 carries. Reace Mok added 110 yards and a major on nine attempts, while quarterback Tariq Lopez had four carries for 55 yards and a touchdown. He also hooked up with Robbie Conroy for another TD and added an interception on defence.
The Trojans are getting back to full strength after injuries forced them to postponed an exhibition game against Ballenas last month. They had 20 players available last Friday and the roster was bolstered with the addition of four juniors in a support role.
Boyd will conclude its schedule with two straight home games — Oct. 30 against Moscrop and a week later against unbeaten Langley.
