Friday night, Walnut Grove aimed to cruise through the third round of the playoffs after two thrilling back-to-back wins. However, a formidable Argyle team, a well-known powerhouse in 5A football, stood in their way. This matchup was poised to be a major test for the young Walnut Grove squad.
The game kicked off as an offensive showcase, with both teams trading touchdowns in a high-energy first quarter. Argyle emerged with a narrow 21-14 lead at the end of the period. The momentum shifted decisively in Argyle’s favor in the second quarter as their defense made a critical stop, shutting out Walnut Grove. Meanwhile, Argyle’s offense remained relentless, adding 21 unanswered points to take a commanding 42-14 lead into halftime.
After the break, Walnut Grove regrouped and stepped up defensively, holding Argyle to just three points in the third quarter. They also managed to find the end zone, sparking some late-game momentum and narrowing the deficit to 45-21 heading into the fourth quarter. Despite a valiant effort and a late surge, Walnut Grove fell short in their comeback bid, ending their monumental season with a 52-35 loss to Argyle.
Despite the loss, Walnut Grove has plenty to look forward to next season. With this young team gaining valuable experience, they’ll aim for a deeper playoff run and solidify themselves as a state contender in the years to come.
Next week, Argyle will face Todd Dodge’s Lovejoy Leopards, who recently edged out Anna in a thrilling game. This upcoming clash promises to be one to watch.
Prosper Walnut Grove vs. Argyle Regional Semifinal
Date: November 29, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM CST
Final Score: Argyle 52, Prosper Walnut Grove 35
Scoring Summary
| Quarter | Walnut Grove | Argyle |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 | 21 |
| 2 | 0 | 21 |
| 3 | 7 | 3 |
| 4 | 14 | 7 |
| Final | 35 | 52 |
Team Stats
| Stat | Walnut Grove | Argyle |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Downs | 26 | 29 |
| Total Yards | 476 | 500 |
| Passing Yards | 324 | 199 |
| Completion-Attempts | 32-48 | 15-22 |
| Yards Per Pass | 6.75 | 9.05 |
| Interceptions Thrown | 1 | 0 |
| Rushing Yards | 152 | 301 |
| Rushing Attempts | 29 | 58 |
| Yards Per Rush | 5.24 | 5.19 |
| Penalties | 3-25 | 3-20 |
| Turnovers | 3 | 1 |
| Fumbles/Lost | 2-2 | 1-1 |
Passing Stats
Prosper Walnut Grove
| Player | Comp | Att | Pct | Yds | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayes Hackney | 31 | 47 | 65.96 | 311 | 1 | 1 |
| Cam Newton | 1 | 1 | 100 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
Argyle
| Player | Comp | Att | Pct | Yds | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maguire Gasperson | 13 | 20 | 65 | 181 | 2 | 0 |
| Trot Jordan | 1 | 1 | 100 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| Garrett Westrom | 1 | 1 | 100 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Rushing Stats
Prosper Walnut Grove
| Player | Att | Yards | Avg | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cam Newton | 20 | 94 | 4.7 | 3 |
| Hayes Hackney | 8 | 58 | 7.25 | 1 |
| Keaton Anderson | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Argyle
| Player | Att | Yards | Avg | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watson Bell | 21 | 108 | 5.14 | 2 |
| Logan Rexroat | 14 | 104 | 7.43 | 1 |
| Maguire Gasperson | 17 | 75 | 4.41 | 1 |
| Obadiah Goble | 3 | 10 | 3.33 | 0 |
| Nathaniel Bruce | 2 | 5 | 2.5 | 1 |
| Trot Jordan | 1 | -1 | -1 | 0 |
Receiving Stats
Prosper Walnut Grove
| Player | Rec | Yards | Avg | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Watkins | 8 | 142 | 17.75 | 1 |
| Hayden Cooley | 8 | 87 | 10.88 | 0 |
| Zaiden Crain | 8 | 43 | 5.38 | 0 |
| Cam Newton | 6 | 29 | 4.83 | 0 |
| John Hutson | 2 | 23 | 11.5 | 0 |
Argyle
| Player | Rec | Yards | Avg | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julian Caldwell | 6 | 111 | 18.5 | 1 |
| Will Krzysiak | 5 | 40 | 8 | 0 |
| Jaxon Greene | 1 | 19 | 19 | 1 |
| Caleb Combs | 1 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| Grant Romero | 1 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| Watson Bell | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
