Dalton secured a 1-0 victory over Southeast Whitfield in a rivalry clash, with David Saldana's goal being the deciding factor at the annual El Clásico showdown. Saldana's header from the left side of the goal evaded the keeper and found the net with 23 minutes remaining, highlighting a match dominated by strong defenses. In the girls' game, Lady Raiders downed Dalton 2-0 with two first-half goals.

By the Numbers
  • Dalton's overall record: 13-4-1
  • Southeast's overall record: 11-5-1
Yes, But

The Southeast defense limited Dalton to one goal, showcasing resilience despite the loss.

State of Play
  • Dalton has won four consecutive games in El Clásico against Southeast.
  • Dalton is the second seed in Region 7-5A and will face Kell in the playoffs, while Southeast, the Region 7-4A champion, will play Holy Innocents’ Episcopal.
What's Next

Dalton will host Northview in the first round of the playoffs, while Southeast, as the second seed in Region 7-4A, will face Druid Hills.

Bottom Line

Despite a tough defensive battle, Dalton emerged victorious over Southeast in a closely contested rivalry clash, setting the stage for exciting playoff matchups for both teams.