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DeSoto Clutches Victory in Thrilling Semifinal Against Southlake Carroll

December 18, 2025
Catch the electrifying DeSoto vs Southlake Carroll semifinal. Key plays by SaRod Baker lead to a 57-44 DeSoto win!
In a thrilling 6A Division 2 state semifinal, DeSoto's football team demonstrated resilience and skill against Southlake Carroll. Key player SaRod Baker continued his impressive postseason performance, accumulating 366 rushing yards and playing a crucial role in DeSoto's 57-44 victory. Angelo Renda and Blake Gunter of Southlake Carroll showed strong synergy, connecting for four touchdowns. The game was filled with momentum shifts, notably Jordan Stevens' 85-yard pick 6 in the fourth quarter helping DeSoto tie the game. The match culminated dramatically as DeSoto denied a last-second touchdown by Angelo Renda to seal their victory and advance to the state championship.