Booker T. Washington Beats Haynes 26-22
The Lions secured a victory at Pan American Stadium to improve their record to 7-1 on the season.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Football
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Booker T. Washington defeated Haynes 26-22 on Thursday in a competitive matchup at Pan American Stadium. The win moves the Lions to a 7-1 overall record while dropping Haynes to 6-2.
Why it matters
This victory maintains Booker T. Washington's strong momentum heading into the final stretch of the regular season. The outcome directly impacts the standing of both teams as they prepare for their respective games next week.
Booker T. Washington quarterback Legend Rivera finished with 131 passing yards and 94 rushing yards, while Jarrell Davis added two touchdowns on 77 receiving yards. Haynes quarterback Brees Westerfield recorded 172 passing yards and two touchdowns in the loss.
The players
Legend Rivera
He is the starting quarterback for Booker T. Washington who led his team to victory with both his passing and rushing performance.
Jarrell Davis
He is a playmaker for Booker T. Washington who recorded three receptions for 77 yards and two touchdowns in the win.
Edward Frank
He is a defensive player for Booker T. Washington who returned an interception 75 yards for a touchdown.
Brees Westerfield
He is the quarterback for Haynes who threw for 172 yards and two touchdowns.
Brady Cribby
He is a running back for Haynes who carried the ball 24 times for 87 yards during the game.
The details
Legend Rivera secured the win with a 10-yard touchdown run during a nine-play fourth-quarter drive, while Edward Frank contributed a 75-yard interception return for a score. The Booker T. Washington defense sealed the victory with two sacks and a turnover on downs in the final minutes.
Timeline
The game took place on Thursday, October 29, 2026.
Booker T. Washington will face Sarah T. Reed on November 5, 2026.
Haynes is scheduled to play De La Salle on November 5, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This win keeps Booker T. Washington near the top of the standings as they navigate the final weeks of the regular season. The outcome forces Haynes to reset as they fight for favorable positioning ahead of the playoffs.
The result leaves Booker T. Washington with a 7-1 record and Haynes with a 6-2 record heading into the final week of play. This loss complicates the postseason path for Haynes as they prepare for a matchup against De La Salle.
The takeaway
Consistent fourth-quarter performance and defensive stops remain the most reliable predictors of success in tight high school matchups. Teams that capitalize on turnover opportunities, like the 75-yard return seen here, frequently dictate the final outcome of close games.
What happens next
Booker T. Washington will play Sarah T. Reed next Thursday, November 5, 2026. Haynes will face De La Salle on the same date, November 5, 2026.
Further reading
For more updates on local gridiron action, visit the New Orleans Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NOLA.
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