DeSoto Eagles overpower Tulsa Union

The DeSoto High School Eagles (2-0) took on Oklahoma powerhouse Tulsa Union at Dragon Stadium in Southlake, TX Saturday, September 7^th in an offensive showcase that ended with a dominating defense for a 44-20 victory over. DeSoto is now ranked 12^th in the nation on the DigitalSports National Football Rankings.

DeSoto was led by senior QB Desmon White, who helped the Eagles score 22 first-quarter points on offense. DeSoto also made multiple stops in the second half to shut out Union in the final two quarters of play.

DeSoto had a 7-0 lead early into the matchup Saturday afternoon, with White scoring on a 5-yard run. Union (0-1) tried to keep up with Carson Meier, and Jeffery Mead, both tall (6’6 and 6’7 WR) Oklahoma Commits. Both caught a long passes for touchdowns on fourth down, 21YDS and 46YDS respectively.

DeSoto took a 29-13 lead with 1:37 left in the first half, but Union rallied with a 47-yard touchdown in the final minute to pull within 29-20 at halftime.

In the second half, DeSoto’s defensive front took over, as Union was unable to find rhythm in the second half falling to Desoto 44-20.

DeSoto’s next game will be played against #16 on the DigitalSports National Football Rankings, Trinity High School at home on Saturday, September 14^th, @ 7:30 PM.