Hinds defeats Co-Lin 38-13

Last updated: October 16, 2026

RAYMOND, Miss. (VDN) —

Story from Hinds CC

The Hinds Community College football team delivered a dominant performance on Homecoming night, defeating Copiah-Lincoln Community College 38-13 on Thursday at Gene Murphy Field at Joe Renfroe Stadium.

The Eagles controlled the contest on both sides of the ball, scoring in all four quarters while the defense consistently disrupted the Wolves’ offense. Hinds totaled 409 yards of offense, including 216 passing yards and 193 rushing yards, to secure the 25-point victory in front of the home crowd.

Quarterback Jaylon Ruffin led the way offensively, completing 16 of 24 passes for 216 yards and four touchdowns. Ruffin connected with four different receivers for scores as the Eagles built momentum throughout the night.

Co-Lin struck first, taking a 7-0 lead on a 22-yard touchdown pass from Jaylen Pettway to Brandon Thomas. Hinds responded quickly, as Ruffin ran 15 yards for a touchdown to tie the game at 7-7 early in the first quarter.

The Eagles took control in the second quarter. Ruffin connected with De’Traun Brown for a touchdown before finding Kelton Young for another score, giving Hinds a 21-7 advantage. Hinds continued to apply pressure, and Ruffin added his fourth touchdown pass of the night with a connection to DJ Miller in the third quarter.

Co-Lin managed to add a touchdown in the third quarter, but the Eagles answered with a 37-yard field goal from Braylenn Spann to extend the lead to 31-13. Ruffin and Miller connected for their second touchdown of the night in the fourth quarter, putting the finishing touches on the 38-13 Homecoming win.

Miller led the receiving corps with four catches for 51 yards and two touchdowns. Young added a touchdown on his lone reception, while Brown finished with two catches for 33 yards and a score. Kelton Young also contributed 51 receiving yards on one catch.

On the ground, Makari Bodiford posted 18 carries for 132 yards. Ruffin carried the ball 12 times for 31 yards and a touchdown, CJ Martin added 17 rushing yards, while Demar Gardner contributed five yards. The Eagles finished with 193 net rushing yards and averaged 4.3 yards per carry.

Defensively, Hinds limited Co-Lin to 180 total yards, including 99 passing yards and 81 rushing yards. The Eagles recorded six sacks for a loss of 35 yards and intercepted two passes while holding the Wolves to 13 points.

Floyd Harris led Hinds with six total tackles, including four solo stops. TayQuon McKinneyadded six tackles, including five solo tackles and one tackle for loss. Brandon Brooks recorded five tackles, including a sack for an 11-yard loss, while Trevion Morton finished with four tackles and a sack.

Zechariah Smith also made an impact with two tackles, including a sack for a 12-yard loss. The Eagles’ defensive pressure helped limit Co-Lin’s opportunities and keep the Wolves from establishing a consistent offensive rhythm.

Hinds will return to action on October 22 against Mississippi Gulf Coast CC in Perkinston. Kickoff is set for 7 PM.