Grand Oaks Punches State Ticket With 13-7 Win Over Spring DeKaney

A state berth was on the line, and it came down to which defense could make the decisive play. In a low-scoring battle between Grand Oaks and Spring DeKaney, turnovers shaped the outcome long before the final whistle.

DeKaney struck first on the defensive side when linebacker Mike Tellison came away with a pick on a deflection, setting the tone for a physical, turnover-heavy contest. Grand Oaks answered through Cam Hunt, who read the passing lane and jumped a route for an interception of his own, keeping the game knotted at 7.

With the score tied and a trip to state hanging in the balance, Grand Oaks quarterback Harley Adams delivered. He found Gavin Howard on a crossing route for the go-ahead touchdown — the play that would hold up as the game-winner. Grand Oaks secured the 13-7 victory and punched their ticket to the state tournament.