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Othello’s Ezra Gonzalez (3) stops East Valley of Yakima’s Christian Flores (24) during the Huskies’ 35-10 win on Senior Night Friday.

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Huskies overcome rough start
October 29, 2022 1:12 p.m.

Huskies overcome rough start

Othello defeats East Valley 35-10 in season capper

OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies overcame a raggedy first half, shut down the East Valley (Yakima) offense in the second half and finished the regular season with a 35-10 win. “That’s about as ugly as you can play and still win,” said Othello defensive coach Kevin Hale. He attributed the rocky start in part to the two-week layoff since the team’s last game; the Oct. 21 game with Kelso was canceled at the last minute. But the Red Devils came out ready to play, Hale said. “I give East Valley credit, their hustle, their toughness,” Hale said. I’ve got a lot of respect for those guys.” ...