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To make the first step toward im- proving, Bohannon will rely on junior quarterback Cy Hilger to run the offense. Hilger stepped into the start- ing role midway through the 2018 season and brings that experience with him to a team that will be look- ing for far more offensive production than last year. "There is no doubt he can spin the laces and will be a problem for opponents," said Bohannon. "He's had a terrific summer in the weight room and has really competed at the 7-on-7s we attended. His big- gest growth has been with his lead- ership. I believe he understands the role he has inherited and embraced it." Bohannon said Hilger could ben- efit from the fact the team has "gone retro" with some of the approach to the offense. "I believe the fans will be excited Gravette Continued from Page 10C 2019 Football Preview Wednesday, August 28, 2019 n 11C Herald-Leader/Westside Eagle Observer Michael Eckels/Westside Eagle Observer The Gravette Lions open the 2019 season on Aug. 30 at Cascia Hall (Okla.). See Gravette on Page 14C Southwest City • Goodman Lanagan • Pineville • Tiff City www.thecornerstonebank.net 417-762-3257 Lending officers available at Pineville, Southwest City & Goodman locations. One of the best tickets in town will always be activities at our local schools. Athletic events, concerts and plays, you can always count on an enjoyable time. Our children are the future; let's give them all the encouragement that we can. Go to a game. Hear a concert. See a play. Together We Grow Go To A Game