Lufkin’s season ended with a 42-7 loss at La Porte, as the Panthers couldn’t contain running back Sean Simon or turn promising drives into points. The win secured La Porte’s fourth consecutive district title; Lufkin finished 5-5 and missed the playoffs.

By the Numbers
  • Sean Simon: 302 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns.
  • La Porte: 442 total yards; Lufkin: 7 points.
  • Breylon Taylor: 93 rushing yards, including a 69-yard touchdown, and 69 passing yards.
  • Lufkin: 5-5 overall and 4-4 in district play.
Yes, But

Lufkin moved the ball on two drives into La Porte territory, but penalties, lost yardage and failed fourth-down conversions kept the Panthers from adding to their lone score.

Bottom Line

La Porte’s explosive ground game overwhelmed Lufkin, ending the Panthers’ playoff hopes in the district finale.