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Westgate football secured a thrilling 42-33 victory over Class 5A Southside on Thursday, September 10, in Youngsville, with the game decided by a pivotal defensive play. Sophomore linebacker Ernest “Bam” Curl recovered a Southside fumble in the fourth quarter and returned it for a touchdown, effectively sealing the Tigers’ win and delivering what coach Ryan Antoine described as a confidence-boosting moment for his young defender who had previously struggled with self-doubt.
The matchup between the two District 337 powerhouses remained competitive throughout, with both teams trading scoring drives. Westgate’s offensive attack was led by junior quarterback Noah Antoine and four-star receiver Cayden Lancelin, a dynamic duo that connected for over 100 yards and three touchdowns. The receiving corps also featured contributions from senior Joshua John, while running back Caemon Crockem rushed for approximately 85 yards and a score. Southside countered with a ground-oriented approach, with senior running back Justin Williams accumulating over 100 yards and a touchdown plus a kickoff return score.
Despite controlling much of the game and trailing by only three points entering the final quarter, Southside’s comeback bid collapsed following the critical turnover. The Sharks, led by quarterback Parker Dies and running back Coby Broussard, were unable to recover from the momentum swing. Southside coach Jess Curtis acknowledged the frustration of the loss, noting that a handful of key plays determine every game’s outcome and expressing regret over the preventable mistakes that cost his team the victory.
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Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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