Jefferson leads Bears to 69-42 victory over Trojans

Bastrop senior utility player Gary Jefferson delivered one of the most dominant playoff performances in recent program history, powering the Bears to a 69-42 victory over the Waco University Trojans on Saturday, Nov. 22, at Crusader Stadium in Belton.

Jefferson was nearly unstoppable every time he touched the ball. He rushed for 398 yards and six touchdowns, added 47 yards receiving and scored once through the air, accounting for seven of Bastrop’s nine touchdowns. His combination of power and open-field explosiveness overwhelmed the University defense from start to finish.

The Bears’ offense, which has been one of their strengths all season, once again showed it s fi repower in a high-scoring matchup.