Jim Mora’s debut as Colorado State football coach? Absolute fire. His squad just rolled over Wyoming 35-13 to snatch the Bronze Boot, and QB Hauss Hejny went off, tossing five touchdowns. What a way to kick things off; it was a statement win, plain and simple.
Hejny’s Five-Touchdown Masterclass Nobody Saw Coming
Let’s talk about Hauss Hejny. Five touchdowns! Coach Mora couldn’t stop raving about his composure, his poise, and his absolute command of the game. We’re talking clock management, ball security, and how his teammates completely bought in, responding to him in the huddle. The wild part? This was Hejny’s second start. His first snap of the night was only his 23rd play as a college football player, total. Mora said you’d never know it, given that performance. That’s not just a good game; that’s a dude making a major statement this early in the season.
More Than Just a Trophy: The Energy Was Electric
This win for the Bronze Boot was pure electricity. Mora preached staying steady, not getting too high, but how can you not when a record 17,500 students packed the stadium? The place was absolutely buzzing, setting an attendance record, and then seeing them storm the field to celebrate? That’s what college football dreams are made of. Mora described the locker room as “Club Ram” going off, with the guys elated and knowing exactly what they’d done. Last year’s outcome had to be lurking, but this is a completely new team. Mora’s already reminding them to get back down to earth, though, with another challenge hitting in just seven days.
Defense Held Strong When It Counted
And don’t sleep on that defense. Coach Mora admitted he was worried early, feeling like Wyoming was running the ball too easily, even if the stats didn’t quite reflect it. But he loved their resilience. They didn’t bust assignments, staying tough even when plays were made against them. Holding any team to 13 points is seriously impressive, showcasing that critical bend-but-don’t-break attitude. Mora had seen a glimpse of the Border War’s meaning during the Boot Run yesterday, witnessing the ROTC carrying the ball. That set the tone, and you could feel how much this trophy means to the players, the community, and the school. This win was a full team effort, and it’s a hell of a start for Mora’s new squad.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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