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Texas Lutheran Bulldogs Edge Southwestern Pirates in Close Game

Texas Lutheran Bulldogs football players in action during a game

Georgetown, Texas, September 22, 2025

News Summary

In a nail-biting finish, the Texas Lutheran Bulldogs triumphed over the Southwestern Pirates with a score of 38-35. Quarterback Reece Deitrick threw a last-second touchdown pass to Lavonta Henry, sealing the dramatic victory. This match marked the Bulldogs’ fourth consecutive win over the Pirates, with the game featuring impressive offensive and defensive highlights. Running back Weston Guzman and wide receiver Caleb Camarillo shone brightly, contributing significantly to the offensive success. The Bulldogs will face East Texas Baptist next, with fans anticipating another exciting showdown.

Georgetown, Texas

The Texas Lutheran Bulldogs edged out the Southwestern Pirates in a thrilling finish, securing a 38-35 victory on Saturday night. The game came down to the final seconds when quarterback Reece Deitrick connected with wide receiver Lavonta Henry for a touchdown with just nine seconds left on the clock. Kicker A’Jean Augustine successfully converted the following extra point, sealing the dramatic win for Texas Lutheran.

This latest victory marks the Bulldogs’ fourth consecutive win over the Pirates, with three of those games being decided by a touchdown or less. The Bulldogs showcased a potent offensive performance, accumulating a total of 425 yards and averaging 7.1 yards per play.

Offensive Highlights

Deitrick, who entered the game as a substitute, demonstrated poise and effectiveness, completing 14 of 23 passes for 218 yards and two touchdowns. He also contributed with three carries for two yards. Senior running back Weston Guzman was instrumental in the team’s offensive success, scoring two rushing touchdowns, including an impressive 65-yard rush, which is his longest carry of his career. Guzman tallied 143 yards on 20 carries, just three yards shy of his personal best.

Wide receiver Caleb Camarillo also made his mark, recording a season-high 96 yards on four receptions, highlighted by a 52-yard touchdown. With this achievement, he moved to 10th all-time for receiving yards at Texas Lutheran with a total of 1,128 yards.

Defensive Contributions

The Bulldogs’ defense was instrumental in keeping the Pirates in check, achieving six tackles for loss and forcing two fumbles throughout the match. Junior safety Justin Navarro led the charge with 12 tackles (seven solo). Sophomore Owen Garcia contributed significantly with TLU’s third interception of the season, also achieving a career-high ten tackles. Furthermore, sophomore Marvin Farris had eight tackles and a career-high three tackles for loss.

Game Progression

Texas Lutheran struck first with a three-yard rushing touchdown from Guzman. Southwestern responded with a field goal, while TLU extended their lead with another touchdown from Tory Brooks on a 16-yard run. Following another 29-yard field goal from Augustine, the Pirates narrowed the gap with a 78-yard touchdown pass before halftime, tying the game at 17-17 at one point. However, TLU regained the lead with a standout 52-yard catch and run from Deitrick to Camarillo. The Pirates then took a brief lead through two consecutive touchdown drives, although they failed on both two-point conversion attempts.

In a last-ditch effort, Deitrick orchestrated a two-minute drill that ultimately led to the game-winning touchdown pass to Henry.

Next Steps

The Bulldogs will host East Texas Baptist on September 27, with kickoff scheduled for 1 PM. This upcoming game features a “White Out” theme at Bulldog Stadium. Fans can follow the action as the game will be broadcast on FloCollege and KWED 1580 AM.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score of the Texas Lutheran vs. Southwestern game?

The final score was Texas Lutheran 38, Southwestern 35.

Who scored the game-winning touchdown?

The game-winning touchdown was scored by Lavonta Henry with a pass from Reece Deitrick.

When is Texas Lutheran’s next game?

Texas Lutheran will play East Texas Baptist on September 27 at 1 PM.

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