Dylan Brush Set Arizona Single-Game Rushing Record
The Horizon High School standout rushed for 408 yards and six touchdowns in a dominant victory.
Updated on Sept. 20, 2026 in Track & Field
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Horizon High School running back Dylan Brush established a new Arizona state single-game rushing record on September 18, 2026. Brush recorded 408 yards and six touchdowns on 23 carries during the game against Sunnyslope High School.
Why it matters
This performance highlights the breakout season of a top-tier recruit as Horizon High School remains undefeated. Brush has already surpassed his entire 2025 season rushing total in just four games.
Brush averaged 17.7 yards per carry in his record-breaking performance, bringing his 2026 season totals to 946 yards and 17 touchdowns. He enters his next contest needing less than 54 yards to reach the 1,000-yard milestone for the current season.
The players
Dylan Brush
He is a standout running back for Horizon High School who currently holds offers from Arizona, Washington, Northern Arizona, and Oregon State.
Horizon High School
This is an Arizona educational institution whose football team holds a 4-0 record for the current season.
Sunnyslope High School
This is an Arizona high school that served as the opponent during the record-setting rushing performance.
The details
Brush shattered the existing 2026 season-high record of 405 yards previously held by Christian Garcia. The performance helped maintain Horizon High School perfect 4-0 record as he continues to draw attention from major college programs.
Timeline
September 18, 2026: Dylan Brush set the Arizona single-game rushing record.
2025: Dylan Brush completed his freshman season at Horizon.
Season Trajectory
This record-setting performance firmly establishes Brush as one of the premier high school athletes in the region. His rapid ascent impacts his future college recruitment as he continues to surpass historical benchmarks for Horizon High School.
Brush has accumulated 17 total touchdowns this season, positioning him as the primary offensive engine for the undefeated Horizon squad. Following his 408-yard outburst, analysts expect his recruiting profile to grow as he approaches the 1,000-yard season mark.
The takeaway
Brush has already surpassed his 2025 season total of 902 yards, proving that his current production is a significant leap forward in his development. His trajectory suggests he will be a key target for major college football programs throughout the remainder of the 2026 season.
Further reading
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