Argyle Outguns Walnut Grove in Playoff Shootout, Hands Wildcats First Loss of Season

Walnut Grove walked into Friday night’s playoff stage unbeaten, explosive, and dripping with confidence. Ninety minutes later, the Wildcats were reminded that Argyle remains one of the state’s toughest outs. In a scoring showcase that never lacked fireworks, Argyle controlled the tempo and powered to a 59 to 42 victory, ending Walnut Grove’s perfect run and repeating its postseason triumph from a year ago.

Newton Carries the Load Once Again

Even in defeat, Cameron Newton delivered the kind of performance most backs dream about. The senior tailback slashed through the Eagles’ front for one hundred eighty four rushing yards and three touchdowns, breaking tackles and ripping chunk plays all night. His streak of games with multiple rushing scores now sits at fourteen, a testament to both durability and dominance.

Quarterback Hayes Hackney kept the Wildcats’ offense humming as well, firing for three hundred four yards and two touchdowns while matching Argyle punch for punch through the first three quarters.

Gasperson Guides Argyle’s Offensive Surge

But every time Walnut Grove climbed back into striking distance, Maguire Gasperson shut the door. The Argyle quarterback delivered a masterclass, carving up the secondary for three hundred thirty nine yards and four touchdowns through the air, then adding a rushing score to complete a five touchdown night.

Julian Caldwell was his go-to weapon, shaking loose repeatedly and hauling in two touchdowns as the Eagles stayed one step ahead on nearly every possession.

Where Walnut Grove leaned on Newton to carry the attack, Argyle spread its firepower across the field, wearing down the Wildcats with sustained efficiency and explosive plays.

Season Ends for One Power, Continues for Another

Walnut Grove’s remarkable year closes at twelve and one, a season filled with statement wins and highlight-reel moments but cut short by a juggernaut that refused to blink.

Argyle marches forward at twelve and one as well, extending its winning streak to a dozen games. Next up is a marquee showdown with Melissa on Friday at seven, a matchup loaded with elite playmakers and the kind of offensive talent that turns playoff nights into instant classics.