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Richland defeats Mesquite in 7-on-7 championship

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  • Originally published July 12, 2008 at 11:38 p.m., updated July 12, 2008 at 11:38 p.m.

COLLEGE STATION – Anton Arthurs caught two second-half touchdowns as Richland came from behind to defeat Mesquite 35-32 for the Division I 7-on-7 state football championship Saturday.

Tyler Cotton threw five touchdowns and converted all five extra points for Richland. Two of his receivers made the all-tournament team, including Arthurs and Phillip Gonzales, who was named MVP despite sitting out the championship game with an injury.

Mesquite led 26-14 at halftime after scoring on its first four possessions. But Mesquite was nearly shut out in the second half before scoring a touchdown with 20 seconds left. Luke Halpin threw five touchdown passes, two each to Darien McNealy and Marcus Trice.

In the consolation final, Abilene defeated Langham Creek 34-33.



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