Plano East Defeated Richardson in Thriller
The Panthers secured a 39-35 victory following a dramatic late-game touchdown run.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Football
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Plano East defeated Richardson 39-35 at Tom Kimbrough Stadium after overcoming a halftime deficit. Treyce Seldon provided the winning margin with a 15-yard touchdown run with 1:21 remaining.
Why it matters
The narrow victory improves the Panthers' district record to 2-1 and helps solidify their standing in the district race. The win demonstrates the team's resilience after trailing 29-21 at the half.
Treyce Seldon rushed for 148 yards and four touchdowns while adding 85 receiving yards on five catches. Quarterback Josh Gordon contributed 204 passing yards, and Richardson's Kingstin McAdams recorded 237 rushing yards.
The players
Treyce Seldon
He is a standout offensive player for Plano East who recorded four rushing touchdowns and over 200 total yards in the victory.
Josh Gordon
He is the quarterback for Plano East who directed the offense to a 39-point output.
Kingstin McAdams
He is a lead running back for Richardson who produced 237 rushing yards during the high-scoring contest.
The details
After falling behind by eight points at halftime, Plano East rallied behind Seldon's high-volume offensive performance. The game concluded when the Panthers' defense forced an incomplete pass from Richardson on the final play.
Timeline
Plano East defeated Richardson on October 9, 2026.
Plano East faces Plano on October 16, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This win brings Plano East to a 2-1 district record, placing them in a competitive position as the season enters its final stretch. The result creates momentum for the team heading into their upcoming rivalry game against Plano.
The victory moves Plano East to a 4-2 overall record, directly strengthening their path toward district playoff contention. The team now enters their week-long preparation cycle for the upcoming game against Plano.
The takeaway
Maintaining composure after a double-digit halftime swing proved critical for the Panthers in this high-scoring district showdown. Consistent offensive production from core playmakers remains the team's most effective strategy for late-season success.
What happens next
Plano East will face Plano in their next district matchup on October 16, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Murphy Monitor.
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