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The Vestavia Hills Rebels delivered an impressive performance against the Auburn Tigers, securing a dominant 42-14 victory at Thompson Reynolds Stadium. The Rebels scored five touchdowns in the first half, leading to a commanding 35-0 cushion. Despite a brief comeback attempt from Auburn, the Rebels maintained their momentum, with standout performances from quarterback Charlie Taaffe and running back Grayson Harper. This victory elevates the Rebels’ season record to 2-0, while the Tigers fall to 1-1, as both teams prepare for their upcoming challenges.

Vestavia Hills Football Team Shines in a 42-14 Victory Over Auburn

Vestavia Hills is buzzing after the local high school football team delivered an incredible performance last night at Thompson Reynolds Stadium. The Vestavia Hills Rebels took the field against the Auburn Tigers on August 28, 2025, and left no room for doubt, dominating the game with a impressive 42-14 victory. This triumph has catapulted the Rebels to a 2-0 record for the season, while the Tigers’ record now stands at 1-1.

First-Half Blitz

The first half of the game was nothing short of spectacular for Vestavia Hills. The Rebels put on an offensive show, scoring an astonishing five touchdowns before halftime and giving them a commanding 35-0 lead going into the second half. Their first scoring drive was a smooth and methodical 77-yard trek down the field, culminating in a 2-yard touchdown run by Noah Boylan. With hearts racing and the crowd roaring, the Rebels were just getting started.

Next, Grayson Harper burst through for a 33-yard touchdown run, swiftly widening the gap to 14-0. But Auburn wouldn’t have time to catch their breath. Parker Simpson made a pivotal play when he intercepted an Auburn pass, leading to Vestavia Hills’ quarterback Charlie Taaffe rushing in for a 3-yard touchdown, making it 21-0 before fans could even settle back into their seats.

But it didn’t stop there! Price LaMaster connected with Harper on a dazzling 46-yard pass play, setting up another 2-yard touchdown run from Carson Purdy, stretching the score to 28-0. As the clock wound down in the first half, Purdy struck again, scoring just before the halftime whistle to push the Rebels to a staggering 35-0 lead.

Auburn Attempts a Comeback

5-yard touchdown run, giving the Tigers a glimmer of hope by cutting the deficit to 35-7. They came out strong in the third quarter, and not long after, Cason Myers connected with Antonio Welch on a 66-yard touchdown pass, further closing the gap to 35-14.

Rebels Seal the Show

However, the Rebels weren’t letting their guard down. Charlie Taaffe added another touchdown to his impressive night with a 22-yard run in the fourth quarter, sealing the game at a final score of 42-14. Taaffe’s performance was nothing short of phenomenal, successfully completing 11 of 16 passes for 167 yards, while also rushing for 112 yards on 13 carries and scoring two touchdowns. Meanwhile, Grayson Harper dazzled fans with a whopping 205 total yards on just nine touches, including one touchdown.

Auburn’s quarterback, Cason Myers, fought valiantly, completing 20 of 29 passes for 193 yards, but the Rebels’ defense made it a tough night for him, with three costly interceptions. The robust Rebel defense shined throughout, recording five sacks and showing a knack for forcing turnovers, thanks to key interceptions by Parker Simpson, Daniel Richardson, and Walker Hogue.

Looking Ahead

This thrilling game showcased the high-powered offense and resilient defense of the Vestavia Hills Rebels, leaving fans excited for what’s to come. The team is eager to hit the field again as they gear up to face Hewitt-Trussville next. Meanwhile, the Auburn Tigers will be looking to bounce back as they prepare to take on Opelika. With both teams putting their all into the season, football fans are in for a treat!

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