Duncanville opened its season with a statement win, holding off South Oak Cliff 35–28 in a game packed with big plays and late drama.
Quarterback Maximus Denson shined in his varsity debut, throwing three touchdown passes and rushing for nearly 90 yards. Running back Brayden Arnold added two scores, helping the Panthers build a 29–7 halftime lead.
South Oak Cliff stormed back behind Levon Morton’s 78-yard punt return, a 70-yard touchdown catch by Devonte Hill, and a 76-yard scoring run from Torrin Teague. Quarterback Jayden Williams also threw for over 200 yards as the Bears nearly completed the comeback.
In the end, Duncanville sealed the win with Ayson Theus fourth-and-1 run in the final minutes. The opener showcased Duncanville’s new quarterback and South Oak Cliff’s resilience, delivering the kind of high-energy start Texas high school football fans crave.
