Hayhurst put a stamp on the state during his senior campaign landing him the 1st Team All Conference honors, leading that Goldwater squad to a playoff birth to spark the culture of the program. A tough, workhorse type of back that busted over 2,300 yards and 35 TD’s on 304 carries. He sizes up with a sturdy frame at 5’6″ 190lbs, and runs with authority with a low pad level and strength at the POC. Really good balance and tenacity to run through opponents and keep plays moving forward, as he was a huge momentum player for Goldwater. A really impressive player that stepped up big in 2024 that deserves a shot somewhere in 2025.

Hayhurst was voted as the 5A Northwest Valley Region Player of the year after being one of the state’s leading rushers with 2,304 yards and 35 touchdowns on 304 carries. He’s a physical runner at 5’8” 180 lbs. that can absorb contact and maintain forward momentum with good leg drive and a low center of gravity. He shows good field awareness and instincts as a ball carrier with the ability to find and attack running lanes. Doesn’t need a lot of room to pick up yardage as he’s able to fit through tight windows and accelerate through the gap. Also a top wrestler, he picked up his first offer from Ripon in November but could pick up more late recruiting attention.

Dylan Hayhurst Dylan Hayhurst 5'6" | 180 lbs | RB Goldwater | 2025 State AZ has been nothing short of electric for Goldwater in 2024. At 5’8″ and 180 pounds, Hayhurst might not be the biggest back on the field, but his heart and hustle have made him one of the state’s most productive runners. He led all Arizona rushers during the regular season with a jaw-dropping 2,238 rushing yards, including a record-setting performance against Willow Canyon where he piled up 413 yards and six touchdowns. That wasn’t the only time he put up unfathomable numbers, he rushed for more than290 yards a whopping four times this season. Hayhurst’s game is built on explosiveness and vision, allowing him to find seams in defenses and capitalize on them with big plays. Hayhurst brings a toughness and competitiveness that’ll serve him well at the next level. Coaches looking for a relentless and reliable workhorse should take a look at this Goldwater star.