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hayze hufstedler - football athlete of the year 2021

Hayze Hufstedler - Canadian High School

Why Honored: Hufstedler, a senior for Canadian, helped lead his team to a state championship title in 2021. The running back racked up 31 rushing touchdowns over the course of the season. He also played linebacker at some points and his stats include 112 tackles, 3 sacks, and 1 interception. Hufstedler averaged 10.1 yards per catch and also scored three receiving touchdowns during the season. 

Hufstedler was a crucial player during the title game. When Canadian was tied with Franklin going into the fourth quarter, Hufstedler found an opening and broke free for a 47-yard touchdown run.