Lufkin's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They strolled past the Beaumont United Timberwolves with points to spare, taking the game 31-16. The Panthers have seen this before: they got the W the last time they saw the Timberwolves, too.
Lufkin didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Sam Smith.
Beaumont United lost despite a true team effort on offense. The best among them was Race Deshotel, who threw for 196 yards and one touchdown, and also rushed for 35 yards. Ashton Henry also helped out with an impressive 120 receiving yards.
Lufkin's win bumped their record up to 6-3. As for Beaumont United, their loss was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 5-4.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Lufkin is set to face off against their familiar foe Ball at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Beaumont United will take on rival Sterling at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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