Shreveport, September 26, 2025
News Summary
In a thrilling high school football matchup, the Green Oaks Giants triumphed over the Booker T. Washington Lions with a decisive score of 38-16 during the annual Soul Bowl. The game showcased the Giants’ offensive strength, maintaining a lead throughout against a struggling Lions team. This event was part of the Week 3 high school football highlights in the Shreveport area, featuring several exciting matchups and standout individual performances from various players across the region.
Shreveport – In a thrilling display of high school football, the Green Oaks Giants topped the Booker T. Washington Lions with a decisive score of 38-16 during the annual Soul Bowl held on September 20, 2025, at Booker T. Washington High School. This much-anticipated matchup, marked by intense rivalry, showcased both teams’ determination and skills.
Green Oaks secured their victory with a strong performance that demonstrated their offensive prowess. The Giants capitalized on key plays throughout the game, pulling ahead early and maintaining their lead. On the other side, Booker T. Washington, led by Christopher Mosely, struggled to gain momentum against the proficient Green Oaks defense, which effectively thwarted attempts to rally.
Week 3 High School Football Highlights
This Soul Bowl clash was part of the broader Week 3 high school football highlights from the Shreveport area. Other notable games included Captain Shreve’s narrow victory over Natchitoches Central with a final score of 42-36. The Evangel Eagles powered through the Byrd Yellow Jackets for a close 43-36 triumph. Huntington faced a nail-biter against Benton, finishing with a score of 59-57, while Parkway showcased their strength with a commanding 66-21 win over Haughton.
Outstanding Individual Performances
Among the standout players this week, Harris Dacaldacal from Parkway emerged as a key contributor, rushing for 135 yards and scoring two touchdowns. In individual stats, Greg Chambers from Benton recorded three rushing touchdowns in their close encounter against Huntington, while Peyton Houston of Evangel threw for an impressive 414 yards and four touchdowns against Byrd. Kenny Darby from Airline continues to lead the area with 31 receptions and 491 receiving yards.
Statewide Highlights and Upcoming Matchups
The report also covered games played statewide and additional non-district contests taking place in the Shreveport area. Noteworthy matchups included North DeSoto facing off against West Monroe. In another significant victory, Southern Lab dominated Glen Oaks with a staggering score of 54-0.
Looking ahead, the next round of Louisiana high school football promises more exciting action, featuring several key players and anticipated matchups as teams seek to improve their records and position themselves for postseason play.
Summary of Week 3 Scores
| Matchup | Score |
|---|---|
| Green Oaks vs. Booker T. Washington | 38-16 |
| Captain Shreve vs. Natchitoches Central | 42-36 |
| Evangel vs. Byrd | 43-36 |
| Huntington vs. Benton | 59-57 |
| Parkway vs. Haughton | 66-21 |
| Southern Lab vs. Glen Oaks | 54-0 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What was the final score of the Soul Bowl between Green Oaks and Booker T. Washington?
Green Oaks triumphed over Booker T. Washington with a final score of 38-16.
When did the Soul Bowl take place?
The Soul Bowl took place on September 20, 2025.
What other notable high school football games occurred during Week 3?
Captain Shreve secured a victory over Natchitoches Central with a score of 42-36, Evangel defeated Byrd with a score of 43-36, Huntington managed to outlast Benton in a close match ending 59-57, and Parkway defeated Haughton 66-21.
Which player had a standout performance this week for Parkway?
Harris Dacaldacal from Parkway rushed for 135 yards and scored 2 touchdowns during their game.
What significant victory did Southern Lab achieve?
Southern Lab achieved a significant victory over Glen Oaks with a score of 54-0.
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Additional Resources
- Shreveport Bossier Advocate: Week 3 Statistical Leaders
- Shreveport Times: Week 4 Games
- SI: Shreveport Metro High School Football Schedule
- Shreveport Bossier Advocate: High School Football Scores
- Shreveport Times: Expected Winners for Week 4
- Wikipedia: High School Football
- Google Search: Shreveport High School Football
- Google Scholar: High School Football Louisiana
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Football
- Google News: Shreveport High School Football
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