By Robert H. KellyCopyright 2009 TexSport Publications
BAYTOWN, TEXAS (June 14, 2009) The Texas All-Stars claimed it second consecutive win on Saturday night as they defeated their Louisiana counterparts 17-14 in the 7th annual Bayou Bowl at Stallworth Stadium in Baytown.
Leading the way for Texas was Fort Bend Elkins High School’s Nick Harwell.
Harwell, who is headed to the Air Force Academy in the fall, broke two Bayou Bowl records; receptions (eight) and yards (82); while scoring the game's second touchdown on a 28-yard pass from Cypress Creek High School’s Austin Pugliese.
The other Texas touchdown came on the opening drive of the game when Southlake Carroll quarterback Kyle Padron hit high school teammate Ryan Walker with a long pass. Padron then scored on a 1-yard touchdown plunge.
Texas added a 42-yard field goal by Clear Creek High School’s Tommy Henshaw to lead 17-0 at the half.
Louisiana came back in the second half on an interception by Notre Dame High School’s John Gaff. Belle Chasse High School quarterback Blake Matherne the scored on a 1-yard plunge.
Matherne found Acadiana High School’s Louis Hollier on a long pass which lead to the second touchdown for Louisiana.
Texas now leads the series 4-3.
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