Homecoming success as Horses smash Cats 54-24

The Devine Warhorse defense swarms the ball as the carrier tries to push it up field. Devine’s defense has been so spectacular. Their game against Carrizo was the first time the Horses allowed more than 17 points in a win all season. Photo by Brigid Howard.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The Warhorses made a statement on homecoming night, rolling up 541 yards of total offense in a 54-24 victory over Carrizo Springs to strengthen their push for the District 14-3A championship. Devine improved to 6-1 overall and 4-0 in district play while extending their winning streak to six games. Devine’s balanced offensive attack and opportunistic defense helped the Horses build a commanding 40-8 halftime lead before cruising to the 30-point victory.
For Head Coach Jacob Campsey, the performance began well before kickoff, with his players understanding the significance of wearing the Warhorse uniform without allowing the occasion to become a distraction. “I felt like before the game the kids were really focused and ready to play,” Campsey said. “Pregame we talked a lot about what it means to wear that jersey and that they represent something very important to a lot of people. The way we play in that jersey matters.”
With homecoming festivities underway and former Warhorses looking on, Devine delivered a performance that reflected the focus Campsey wanted to see. “I loved the fact that the kids didn’t make anything bigger than it was, at the end of the day it’s a football game and what’s important is that we play with the mindset that every single play has a life and history of its own.”
The Warhorses needed two possessions to find their rhythm, but once the offense got rolling it proved difficult to stop. Starting at their own 22-yard line, Nate Valle sparked Devine’s opening scoring drive with a 47-yard run before Enoch Hall raced 41 yards for the game’s first touchdown. Israel Casas added the extra point for a 7-0 lead with 4:12 remaining in the first quarter.
Devine struck again less than three minutes later. Valle connected with Brody Lane for a 24-yard gain before Hall…LOGIN TO CONTINUE READING at www.devinenewsmembers.com. You will get instant access to our full E-edition, and begin getting the newspaper delivered to your home next week for $42 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!