In a contest that featured seven total lead changes, the Hays Rebels did just enough Friday to outlast the Bowie Bulldogs in a thrilling 35-34 shootout at Bob Shelton Stadium.

It didn’t take long for the fireworks to start as Hays (4-0, 2-0) quarterback Durand Hill took the Rebels down the field on their opening possession and scored a touchdown on a 6-yard option run. Bowie (2-3, 1-2) answered back on the ensuing drive on a 10-yard jet sweep by receiver Jason Gaines; a blocked extra point ...