Football Recap: Deer Creek's Rushing Attack Does It Again
By Team Reports
Sep 29, 2025, 9:27am
Football Recap: Deer Creek Warriors vs. Lee Academy Cougars
| 09/26/25 - Home | 38-28 W |
| 10/07/22 - Home | 20-52 L |
| 10/08/21 - Away | 6-8 L |
| 10/02/20 - Away | 20-44 L |
| 10/04/19 - Home | 38-28 W |
Deer Creek lost to Lee Academy back in October of 2022, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Warriors came out on top against the Cougars by a score of 38-28.
Deer Creek found their leader in freshman Hayden_Smith9 Hayden Smith, who rushed for 95 yards and one TD, and also threw for nine yards and one touchdown.
Deer Creek was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 205 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 162 rushing yards every time they've taken the field this season.
Deer Creek's win bumped their record up to 5-1. As for Lee Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 1-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Deer Creek will face off against Benton Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Lee Academy, they will take on North Sunflower Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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