Plain Dealing ends 48-game drought with a Friday victory, Ruston wins

The Plain Dealing Lions ended a 48-game winning drought with a 22-0 victory over Pine Prairie on Friday, October 9, 2025, almost five years after their previous win. The team, now at 1-5, celebrated by eating and reviewing video footage of their performance. Quarterback Sam Hartwell led the charge for Ruston, completing nearly 200 passing yards and scoring two touchdowns.

Dalen Powell also contributed 137 rushing yards with two touchdown runs during the game. North DeSoto prevailed over Minden 61-27 with Mason Smith contributing 245 passing yards and three touchdowns, alongside Hayden Bell's 127 rushing yards and a score. Evangel defeated Natchitoches Central 63-28, with senior player Peyton "Pop" Houston amassing four rushing and four passing touchdowns.

Cedar Creek's Payton Harris rushed for a team-record 192 yards and six touchdowns, while Brett Bell added another 147 rushing yards. These wins reflect a resurgence in the region's football landscape, as highlighted by additional results such as Logansport's narrow loss to St. Mary’s and Cedar Creek's dominant performance against North Caddo.