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SAPULPA, Okla. — The Sapulpa Spartans delivered a commanding performance Monday night, overwhelming the Vale Eagles 86–0 in a non-district football matchup that was decided early and ended as one of the most lopsided scores in recent memory.

The Spartans came out firing on all cylinders, jumping to a 47–0 lead by halftime behind a relentless offensive attack and a defense that didn’t allow a single first down through two quarters. Quarterback efficiency, explosive runs, and disciplined defense set the tone as Sapulpa completely controlled the tempo of the game.

By the time the scoreboard reached 62–0 in the third quarter, Sapulpa’s coaching staff began rotating in second-, third-, and even fourth-string players on both sides of the ball. Despite the changes, the Spartans continued to find the end zone, with backups capitalizing on turnovers and short fields to extend the lead.

Vale struggled to establish momentum against Sapulpa’s depth, facing constant defensive pressure and struggling to sustain drives. While the Eagles showed heart and grit in a difficult matchup, they were ultimately unable to slow the Spartans’ machine-like efficiency.

The non-district win improves Sapulpa’s overall record as they look ahead to key conference matchups, while Vale will look to regroup and refocus heading into next week’s slate.

Despite the lopsided score, both teams showed sportsmanship throughout the contest, with Sapulpa’s coaches emphasizing player development and clean play once the starters were pulled.