East star running back forced to watch from sidelines for most of state semifinal win

As East’s football team struggled to score against Lone Peak in the first half of its 28-13 state semifinal victory Friday, top rusher Sione Molisi stood on the sidelines as near to the coaching staff as he could, hoping for a chance to contribute.The star Leopards running back, who has rushed for more than 1,700 yards this season and averages nearly 170 yards per game on the ground, injured his knee against IMG Academy and had not been able to play.He was suited up and ready to go Friday