Leon (9-2) advanced in the Class 2A Division I playoffs Thursday, defeating Bruceville-Eddy (6-5) 41-13 at Rocket Field in Robinson. The Cougars entered following a 42-7 win over Groveton, while the Eagles had lost 47-0 to Thorndale.
Sophomore Parker Thomas rushed for 206 yards and five touchdowns, giving Leon a 14-7 halftime lead with his first two scores. Brother Pace Thomas added 141 rushing yards and a 43-yard touchdown.
Bruceville-Eddy scored on a 44-yard trick-play touchdown pass and a 50-yard interception return, but Leon controlled the second half.
Leon advances to face Ganado (8-3), which defeated Taft in its playoff opener. Bruceville-Eddy’s season ends at 6-5.
Leon Cougars 41 vs. Bruceville-Eddy Eagles 13, Final Score.
Photos from Pat Carrigan
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