No. 6 Broncbusters Outgun No. 4 Navarro, 42–27, in High-Octane Statement Win

Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025 — Corsicana, Texas

Garden City Community College’s 2025 opener doubled as a measuring stick: a top-10 road test against Navarro, one of the NJCAA’s most consistent powers. The Broncbusters aced it, unleashing a wave of explosive plays across all three phases to take down the No. 4 Bulldogs, 42–27, and plant their own early-season flag as a national contender. Quarterback Jaydyn Sisk accounted for four total touchdowns, Donovan Moore housed a kickoff return, and the defense forced two takeaways in a game that underscored GCCC’s depth and balance.

How Garden City Won

Navarro seized early momentum with a field goal and touchdown, but Garden City’s defense wrestled it back when defensive back Greg Johnson stepped in front of a first-half throw for a momentum-turning interception. From there, quarterback Jaydyn Sisk took over, stretching Navarro’s defense vertically with a 48-yard touchdown strike to Cenard Bennett, then carving it up on the ground with back-to-back scoring runs from 16 and 19 yards. That sequence vaulted GCCC into a 21–10 halftime lead and forced Navarro to chase.

The knockout blows came in the third quarter. Donovan Moore electrified the Broncbuster sideline with a 100-yard kickoff return to open the half, and minutes later, a 42-yard burst by Tanner Helton set up a John Randle Jr. touchdown plunge that pushed the margin to 35–13. Navarro clawed back with a 90-yard strike through the air, but Sisk responded with his most emphatic play of the night — a 54-yard keeper through the heart of the defense — to restore control. Johnson’s second interception in the final minutes sealed the win, emblematic of Garden City’s ability to answer every Navarro push with a counterpunch of its own.

Key Performers

Quarterback Jaydyn Sisk was the catalyst, piling up three rushing touchdowns — from 16, 19, and 54 yards — while also hitting Cenard Bennett for a 48-yard score through the air. Bennett proved the top target, stretching the Navarro secondary with 113 receiving yards and that long touchdown catch. Special teams delivered a game-breaking spark courtesy of Donovan Moore, who ignited the Broncbusters sideline with a 100-yard kickoff return to start the second half. On defense, Greg Johnson turned in a signature performance with two interceptions — the first sparking Garden City’s second-quarter surge and the second shutting the door on Navarro’s comeback attempt in the final minutes.

Garden City’s Second Year Under Harris

For head coach Kiyoshi Harris, this game represented a statement about program trajectory in year two. After navigating the challenges of his 2024 debut — which saw a roster in transition and flashes of inconsistency — Harris now has a roster shaped in his vision: physical, explosive, and opportunistic. The emphasis on complementary football was unmistakable: turnovers flipped momentum, special teams produced points, and the offense struck quickly and decisively. Just as importantly, Harris’s group showed poise on the road against a top-five opponent, a trait that bodes well for the gauntlet ahead in Jayhawk Conference play.

Matchup Breakdown

Explosives vs. attrition. Navarro wanted to grind, leaning on long possessions and sustained drives, but Garden City consistently flipped the field with game-breaking plays. Sisk’s dual-threat ability forced Navarro to defend every blade of grass, and Moore’s kickoff return tilted the third-quarter script into GCCC’s hands.

Edges and fits. Navarro’s defensive front tried to muddy the box, but Garden City’s offensive line consistently won leverage, springing Helton and Randle Jr. for chunk gains and creating seams for Sisk to exploit. On the other side, GCCC’s secondary bent but didn’t break; Navarro hit a 90-yard pass but otherwise found itself forced to earn every yard.

Star gravity. Bennett’s presence as a deep threat stressed Navarro’s coverage shells, often drawing safety help and opening space underneath. Meanwhile, Johnson’s reputation as a ballhawk grew with each pick — plays that not only stole possessions but also recalibrated Navarro’s play-calling down the stretch.

Garden City Takeaways

This was more than just a road win; it was an identity check. The Broncbusters showcased balance on offense, a defense capable of timely takeaways, and special teams that could swing games in an instant. Sisk’s growth into a reliable dual-threat centerpiece gives Harris a foundation to build the season around, while Bennett and Moore offer explosive support. If the offensive line continues to generate running lanes and the defense stacks turnovers, GCCC has the look of a true national title contender.

Navarro Takeaways

For Navarro, the loss stings less for the scoreline than for the missed opportunities. The Bulldogs moved the ball effectively at times and hit a pair of long touchdowns, but turnovers and special teams breakdowns unraveled drives. The inability to contain Sisk’s legs proved decisive, and Navarro’s defensive adjustments came too late to stem the momentum. Still, the offensive firepower remains evident; clean up the miscues, and the Bulldogs will be a factor come playoff time.

Final Game Numbers

• Final: Garden City 42, Navarro 27
  
• QB efficiency (GCCC): Sisk accounted for four total TDs (3 rushing, 1 passing); added a 54-yard rushing score that sealed the game.
  
• Explosive plays: Moore’s 100-yard kickoff return and Bennett’s 48-yard TD reception swung momentum decisively.
  
• Turnover battle: Greg Johnson’s two interceptions flipped possessions and momentum.
  
• Program snapshot (GCCC): Year 2 under HC Kiyoshi Harris; Broncbusters entered ranked No. 6 nationally, roster headlined by Sisk (QB), Bennett (WR), and Johnson (DB).
  

Up Next

The Broncbusters return home for a Jayhawk Conference rivalry clash against Dodge City Community College, set for Saturday, Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. at Broncbuster Stadium.

Navarro College will hit the road Saturday, Sept. 13, to take on Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College at Miami, Oklahoma.