Class 2A Title Game MVP
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It takes a special set of circumstances for a team to win with only 126 yards of total offense. Which could create a situation where naming a MVP could be difficult. Not here. Senior standout Jace Gilbert Jace Gilbert 6'2" | 205 lbs | K Marlow | 2022 State OK did what he’s done all season and that was impact the game in all three phrases. His performance on offense, defense and special teams helped the Outlaws to the 2A State Championship.
The quarterback scored on a 13 yard run in the second quarter to give Marlow a 7-0 lead. He followed that up with a 6 yard toss for another score to make 14-7 right before halftime. In the second half, it was a stalemate, as both teams struggled offensively. Still in the fourth quarter he added to the lead with a 33 yard field goal that made it 17-13.
Offensively, Gilbert finished the game with a 12-19 passing line for 65 yards and a touchdown. He added ten yards and a score on the ground. But what really put Marlow over the top was his abilities as a punter. Gilbert averaged 45 yards on 4 punts and impressively all 4 punts pinned Washington inside their own 20. On top of that, 2 of those punts finished inside the Washington 10.
Gilbert has been one of the top overall players in Oklahoma and when it comes to his future as a prospect, he’s one of the best kickers in the country. It’s not as flashy as running for over 200 yards and multiple touchdowns but his leg was a major weapon for the Outlaws. Especially as a punter, which helped them dominate the field position battle. Which in a close game, his ability to win the field position game for Marlow was crucial to their victory.