North DeSoto faced West Monroe in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. The Griffins came out on top against the Rebels by a score of 39-28. The Griffins' win was nothing new given the team hasn't lost yet this season.
Kenny Thomas was nothing short of spectacular: he rushed for 197 yards and three scores. Braelyn Latin was another key rusher, rushing for 78 yards and a pair of TDs.
Griffins
| 09/19/25 @ West Monroe | 287 |
| 09/12/25 vs Center | 235 |
| 09/05/25 @ Union Parish | 214 |
| 11/29/24 vs Cecilia | 216 |
| 11/22/24 vs Belle Chasse | 123 |
| + 8 more games |
They were just one part of a punishing run game: North DeSoto was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 287 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in September of 2024.
North DeSoto didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Logan Addison and Bryce Evans. Porter Doyal was another major factor on D, making 13 total tackles.
North DeSoto's record now sits at 3-0. As for West Monroe, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Looking ahead, North DeSoto will venture away from home to face off against Northwood at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The matchup will give the Griffins their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for West Monroe, they will welcome Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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