Trophy Club Nelson defense turns away Flower Mound near the finish

Trophy Club Nelson forced and recovered a fumble at its 10-yard line, derailing a potential game-winning drive by Flower Mound with 1:45 to go Friday and handing the Bobcats their first win of the season, 21-20.

Key players: Nelson wide receiver DJ Robinson caught two first-half touchdowns, including an 89-yarder to give the Bobcats an early 21-0 lead. Flower Mound linebacker Alec Brooks had an interception and rushing touchdown to help the Jaguars cut the margin to 21-14 at the half. Nelson defensive back Tyrick Boone returned an interception 39 yards for a touchdown to end Flower Mound’s first drive.

Key stat: Nelson forced five turnovers and made a 21-0 first-quarter lead stand up.

Records: Trophy Club Nelson 1-4,1-0 5-6A; Flower Mound 1-4, 0-1

This story was originally published October 6, 2017 at 11:23 PM with the headline "Trophy Club Nelson defense turns away Flower Mound near the finish."