Country Day coach Ben Powell was able to breathe a sigh of relief after his team’s Week 1 victory against Haynes.

Powell coached Haynes last season and helped lead the Yellowjackets to an undefeated regular season and a playoff berth. He left for Country Day this offseason and was able to lead his new team past Haynes 28-21 on Friday at Country Day.

Country Day was without starting quarterback Hudson Wright but was able to have a productive passing offense with backup signal caller Allen Dietz. Dietz completed 10 of 18 passes for 244 yards and two touchdowns, both of which came in the second half.

“Our kids just kept playing,” Powell said. “Allen Dietz stepped in and did a fantastic job making plays. Offensive line kept working, helping us get first downs. The defense was a little jitte

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