Flathead overcomes 14-point deficit to defeat Hellgate 49-28
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Last updated Sep 12, 2026
FootballFlathead overcame a 14-point first-quarter deficit to defeat Hellgate 49-28 on Friday in Missoula. After trailing 14-0 early, Flathead responded with a steady offensive performance led by Leum Saisbury, who finished with 206 rushing yards and four total touchdowns. Defensive contributions included two interceptions from Kellan Manning, helping Flathead gain momentum after halftime. The victory moves Flathead to 3-0 on the season for the first time since 2001, marking a significant start for the program. Meanwhile, Hellgate remains winless at 0-3 overall and 0-1 in Western AA conference play. Flathead prepares to host Helena High for its homecoming game next week, with kickoff scheduled for 6 p.m.
- •Flathead scored 49 unanswered points after trailing 14-0.
- •Leum Saisbury recorded 206 rushing yards and four touchdowns.
- •Kellan Manning secured two interceptions for the Flathead defense.
- •Cannon Clark passed for four touchdowns in the loss for Hellgate.
- •Flathead hosts Helena High for a homecoming game next week.
- 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — Braves overcome sluggish start to down Hellgate
"MISSOULA — The Knights dealt the first two blows, but the Braves had the final say Friday. Flathead turned a 14-0 deficit into a 49-28 victory over Hellgate thanks to a big day on the ground from Leum Saisbury and two interceptions from Kellan Manning. Flathead is now 3-0 for the first time since 2001 and the three wins are the most for a Braves team since 2018 when they reached the state ...
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