The Idabel Warriors struck first in Thursday night's game at Pauls Valley, grinding out a 6-0 first-half lead and carrying it into the third quarter. Pauls Valley answered when Christian Stockman capped the Panther drive with a 1-yard touchdown plunge to tie the game 6-6.
Idabel responded early in the fourth quarter, marching down the field to reclaim the lead. Keagan Dodds's successful extra-point kick proved the game-deciding play, putting the Warriors ahead 13-6.
Refusing to go quietly, the Panthers found life late in the final period. Stockman struck again, capping a thrilling drive with a 15-yard touchdown run to bring Pauls Valley within one.
Chasing the win, the Panthers went for a two-point conversion. The rush fell just short of the goal line. Idabel's defense held firm with an interception to secure the historic 13-12 win.
