The undefeated Poteau Pirates (12-0) remained that way after defeating Newcastle (9-3) in the OSSAA Class 4A State Quarter Finals.
The Racers made the long trip to eastern Oklahoma to face Poteau on Friday night, losing the game 28-18.
Newcastle came out strong scoring two touchdowns in the first period to lead Poteau, 12-7. The Pirates were able to keep Newcastle scoreless in the second and third quarters, while scoring a touchdown in both quarters to take the lead for good. At the end of the third quarter, the score was 21-12. Both teams added a fourth quarter touchdown to make the game-ending score of 28-18.
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