Palisade Football Defeats Central 20-8
The Palisade Bulldogs secured a 12-point victory over Central during a game at Stocker Stadium.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Football
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Palisade earned a 20-8 win against Central on October 23, 2026. The victory featured strong offensive performances from both Jonas Lincoln and Aidan Shiao.
Why it matters
The win maintains momentum for Palisade as the team approaches its next regular-season matchup. The game also leaves questions regarding the roster status of Carter Hayward following an injury in the second half.
Jonas Lincoln recorded two touchdowns including a three-yard run, while Aidan Shiao added a 34-yard touchdown scramble. Palisade managed 9 yards of total offense in the third quarter.
The players
Jonas Lincoln
He is a key offensive contributor for the Palisade football team who has tallied six total touchdowns this season.
Aidan Shiao
He is a running threat for the Palisade offense who scored a 34-yard touchdown in the victory over Central.
Carter Hayward
He is a senior player for the Palisade football team who exited the game early due to an injury sustained in the second half.
The details
Jonas Lincoln and Aidan Shiao anchored the Bulldogs offense to overcome Central in the matchup. The team now turns its attention to recovery and preparation for their upcoming road schedule.
Timeline
October 23, 2026: Palisade defeated Central 20-8 at Stocker Stadium.
October 30, 2026: Palisade plays a regular-season game at Rifle.
Season Trajectory
This victory keeps Palisade on a competitive path within the 2026 Colorado high school football regular season schedule. The team now looks to carry this momentum into their next matchup at Rifle to solidify their standing.
Palisade moves forward with a 12-point margin of victory while needing to address a second-half injury to senior Carter Hayward. The team now faces a road test against Rifle to continue their seasonal performance.
The takeaway
Maintaining offensive production from multiple playmakers remains critical for the team to overcome injuries. Players must prepare for a different atmosphere as the Bulldogs transition to a road game environment next week.
What happens next
Palisade is scheduled to play a regular-season game at Rifle on October 30, 2026.
Further reading
For more local coverage, visit the Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Grand Junction Daily Sentinel.
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