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Gabriel Peach shines as Hays Hawks top Johnson in Buda Bowl

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Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Gabriel Peach shines as Hays Hawks top Johnson in Buda Bowl
Summary

Hays secured a 41-28 victory over Johnson in the first Buda Bowl matchup at Bob Shelton Stadium on September 25, 2026. Gabriel Peach had a pivotal 30-yard touchdown run that helped Hays regain the lead early in the fourth quarter after Johnson rallied from a 15-point halftime deficit. Peach recorded 129 rushing yards on 18 carries, while his teammate Nate Roland threw for 204 yards with three touchdowns. The rivalry between the two schools, both located within seven miles, has begun to establish its significance in Central Texas football.

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  • •Hays leads Johnson 41-28 in the Buda Bowl as of the fourth quarter.
  • •Gabriel Peach recorded a key 30-yard touchdown run.
  • •Nate Roland threw for 204 yards and three touchdowns.
  • •The teams are separated by less than seven miles and share a stadium.
  • •The match marks the beginning of a potentially significant rivalry.
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  • 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — 'He's everybody's game plan:' Hays RB Gabriel Peach's big run helps Hawks down Johnson
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Gabriel Peach, Cohen Ball and Nate Roland all had big games as Hays beat Johnson 41-28 Friday in the "Buda Bowl" at Bob Shelton Stadium.

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