Moments after being crowned homecoming king, Nacogdoches senior wide receiver Micah Lockett turned in a spectacular performance on the football field. Catching six passes for 237 yards and three touchdowns, he helped the Dragons dominate the Bryan Rudder Rangers to secure a 42-10 victory.
Lockett, Dragons dance to homecoming victory over Rangers Friday

Key Takeaways:
- Lockett was crowned homecoming king just before the game.
- He caught six passes for 237 yards and three touchdowns.
- Nacogdoches won the homecoming matchup 42-10.
- The Bryan Rudder Rangers were the visiting team.
- The game took place on a traditional Friday night stage.
The Dragons’ Homecoming Night
It was a homecoming night to remember for the Nacogdoches Dragons. The celebration began in the hours leading up to kickoff, with the stands filled and the band stirring the crowd’s excitement. Yet no one anticipated just how memorable this evening would become.
A King on the Gridiron
Moments before heading into action, senior wide receiver Micah Lockett received the crown as homecoming king. That spark of recognition proved to be an omen for the Rangers’ troubles. When the game began, Lockett showcased his talents immediately, hauling in multiple catches that ignited the Dragons’ offense.
Commanding Performance
Lockett’s final tally—six receptions for 237 yards and three touchdowns—tells only part of the story. His ability to break tackles and stretch the field delivered significant momentum shifts at key moments. Each catch electrified the home stands, underscoring why he was both the king of homecoming and the king of the night.
Total Team Triumph
Despite Lockett’s standout performance, the whole Nacogdoches team looked poised and unified. With a final score of 42-10 against the Bryan Rudder Rangers, the Dragons demonstrated dominance on both offense and defense—an effort that turned homecoming festivities into a resounding statement of their collective strength.
Looking Ahead
The excitement of Friday night left fans envisioning more success down the line. For Lockett and his teammates, the night proved that hard work and unity, coupled with a little royal flair, can bring a community together under the glow of stadium lights.