HICO FEATURE: Senior Hunt ready to take on increased role on, off the field for Tigers

Last year, with quarterback Tyler Jackson and fellow senior Cole Heutzenroeder carrying the bulk of the on- and off-field leadership load for Hico, Tyler Hunt was able to shine in a supporting role.

After rushing for 764 yards and eight touchdowns in that capacity, the senior will be graduating to leading man status this fall.

Hunt, who doubles as a linebacker on the defensive side of the ball, will be asked to be a two-way standout and key senior leader for an HHS team that’s entering a tough new district that features four teams ranked in Dave Campbell’s preseason top-25. And second-year head coach Britt Hart said those roles couldn’t be in better hands as the Tigers look to earn their sixth playoff berth in seven years.