Poteau beats Tahlequah 39-29
Game Recaps · Friday, September 4, 2026 · GridironOK AI Desk
Poteau defeated Tahlequah 39-29 in a non-district football game on Friday, September 4. Tahlequah took an early lead, scoring seven points in the first quarter to Poteau's six. The Tigers extended their advantage in the second quarter, outscoring the Pirates 14-13 to hold a 21-19 lead at halftime.
Poteau began to close the gap in the third quarter, scoring six points while holding Tahlequah scoreless, bringing the score to 25-21 in favor of Poteau. The Pirates sealed their victory in the final quarter, adding 14 points to Tahlequah's eight.
This victory moves the Class 4A Poteau Pirates to a 1-0 overall record for the season. They have yet to play a district game in Class 4A, District 4. The loss drops the Class 5A Tahlequah Tigers to an 0-1 overall record. They also have a 0-0 district record in Class 5A, District 4.