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Carthage defeats Henderson 49-10 in long-awaited rivalry game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:45 AM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Carthage defeats Henderson 49-10 in long-awaited rivalry game

Summary

Carthage and Henderson faced off for the first time since 2019 on Friday night in Henderson, Texas. Carthage Bulldogs, coming off their fourth state title in five years, secured a dominant 49-10 victory over the Henderson Lions. The Bulldogs established an early lead, scoring a touchdown on their opening drive, forcing Henderson to chase the game throughout. Carthage is set to continue their away stretch against the Pinetree Pirates on September 4, while Henderson will also play Athens on September 4.

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By the Numbers

•Carthage scored first, establishing a quick lead.
•The match marked the first meeting since 2019.
•Carthage is 1-0 this season after the win.
•Next, Carthage will face Pinetree on September 4.
•Henderson will play against Athens on September 4.

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4:45 AMYahoo Sports — The Carthage, Henderson battle of highway 79 resumes for the first time since 2019

What they're saying

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HENDERSON, Texas (KETK) — Carthage and Henderson met on the gridiron for the first time since 2019 in the battle of highway 79 on Friday night. Coming off their fourth state title win in five years, the Carthage Bulldogs started the season just how you would expect, with a lights-out win against the Henderson Lions. […]
— Yahoo Sports

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