Dawson and Ridge Point squared off in some playoff action on Thursday, but Dawson had to settle for second. They fell 21-16 to the Panthers. While losing is never fun, the Eagles can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas football rankings (they are ranked 284th, while the Panthers are ranked 30th).
Luke Brown threw for 217 yards on 15 of 31 attempts. Josiah McFarland was his top target, picking up 80 receiving yards. On the ground, Gregory Earl rushed for 76 yards.
Ridge Point's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Aiden Akins, who rushed for 107 yards and one score. Brody Bartee was another key signal caller, throwing for 173 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only 15 passes.
This is the second loss in a row for Dawson and nudges their season record down to 7-4. As for Ridge Point, the win keeps them at an undefeated 11-0.
Dawson does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Ridge Point, they will face off against North Shore at 7:00 p.m. on the 21st.
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