Grand Oaks proved they can win big last Friday (they won by 41) but on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Waller Bulldogs , sneaking past 17-14.
Grand Oaks can attribute much of their success to Grant Smith, who threw for 213 yards and two touchdowns. That's the most rushing yards Smith has posted since back in September of 2023. A healthy portion of that aerial production (105 yards to be exact) went to Preston Cloud.
Grand Oaks' defense stepped up as well, laying out the QB three times. Brandon Moylan was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up two sackshimself. He is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made seven or more in the last 12 games he's played dating back to last season.
Grand Oaks' victory bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Waller, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Grand Oaks has the luxury of staying home for another week and will welcome The Woodlands at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Waller, they will challenge Westside at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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