Opelousas defeats Cecilia in the Division II non-select state championship with a final score of 26-13. Opelousas rallied from a 14-point deficit in their regular-season matchup and secured their first-ever championship, out-gaining Cecilia 381-221 in total yards and 291-67 in rushing yards.

By the Numbers
  • Opelousas out-gained Cecilia 381-221, including a 291-67 edge in rushing yards
  • Opelousas' quarterback Zackeus Malveaux completed 4-of-7 passes for 90 yards and rushed for 114 yards on 10 carries with two touchdowns
  • Opelousas defeated three top five seeds on their way to the championship, marking a remarkable run for the Tigers
  • Opelousas wins their first state title since 1956 and first appearance since 1995
State of Play
  • Opelousas defeats Cecilia with a final score of 26-13, securing their first-ever championship
  • Opelousas' quarterback Zackeus Malveaux was named the Tigers' Most Outstanding Player
  • Cecilia's junior defensive back Brent Gordon Jr. was named the Bulldogs' Most Outstanding Player after recording 16 total tackles, 11 solo, and two tackles for loss
  • Opelousas' remarkable journey to the championship included victories over defending state champion Lutcher and top-seeded North DeSoto
Bottom Line

Opelousas secures their first-ever championship, defeating Cecilia in the Division II non-select state title game with a final score of 26-13. Led by quarterback Zackeus Malveaux, the Tigers out-gained Cecilia in total and rushing yards, capping off a remarkable run through the playoffs.