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In Photos: Dakota Defeats Blue Devils
Visiting Cougars pull away in second half for 27-12 victory over Grosse Pointe South.
Despite a 12-7 halftime lead for , visiting Dakota High turned up the intensity in the closing two quarters and cruised to a 27-12 victory Friday night.
Dakota outscored the Blue Devils, 20-0, in the final half of play thanks to a potent rushing attack and a stingy defense—a defensive effort that stymied South's offensive attack, particularly on the ground.
The loss drops the Blue Devils to 3-1 on the season, and sets the stage for one of the season's most anticipated matchups next Friday evening—a showdown with at home.
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Dakota improved its record to 3-1 overall. The Cougars play at Stevenson on Sept. 23.
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