NEWTON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Salthawks were defeated by the Newton Railers 42-35 Friday night.

The teams were tied after one quarter.

Hutchinson gained the lead in the second quarter by putting up 21 points to Newton’s 7.

However, the Railers took control in the second half by scoring 21 points of their own, whilst keeping the Salthawks scoreless.

Coach Vernon said he and his team were caught off guard in the second half:

 

The Hutchinson Salthawks return to Gowans Stadium to play the Derby Panthers next Friday, Oct. 5.