(Photo courtesy of Jeffrey D. Allred for the Deseret News)

SALT LAKE CITY — The No. 14 Green Canyon Wolves stayed alive in the 4A high school football playoffs on Friday, defeating the No. 11 Skyline Eagles on the road 28-26.

After a scoreless first quarter, Green Canyon took control in the second and led 14-7 at the half. Going into the fourth quarter, the score was tied at 14-14.

In the final frame, both teams scored two touchdowns, and the difference would be made on special teams. The Wolves routinely split the uprights on both scores. The Eagles missed the first kick, forcing them into a late two-point conversion attempt. The Green Canyon defense held strong on the goal line, which led to the two-point victory.

No. 14 Green Canyon will face No. 2 Crimson Cliffs in the 4A semifina

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