2023 • Week 12
Playoff Game

Derby vs Washburn Rural

29 - 28
Final Score

Game Overview

In a 2023 playoff matchup, Derby traveled from Derby, KS to face Washburn Rural of Topeka, KS. Both teams entered the postseason contest with hopes of advancing further in the playoffs. Derby emerged victorious by a single point, defeating Washburn Rural 29-28. The 1-point difference came in a game that saw 57 total points scored between the two teams. Leading their respective teams were Brandon Clark for Derby and Steve Buhler for Washburn Rural. As part of the 2023 postseason, this playoff game carried significant weight for both programs' championship aspirations.
D

Derby

Derby, KS

29
Winner
Season Record
10-1

Team Information

School: Derby
Location: Derby, Kansas
Head Coach: Brandon Clark
Mascot: Panthers
W

Washburn Rural

Topeka, KS

28
Season Record
11-0

Team Information

School: Washburn Rural
Location: Topeka, Kansas
Head Coach: Steve Buhler
Mascot: Blues

Game Information

Game Details

Season: 2023
Week: 12
Status: Completed

Game Statistics

Final Score: 29 - 28
Margin: 1 point
Winner: Derby

Previous Matchups

Derby and Washburn Rural have faced each other 1 time in recent history. These previous encounters have helped shape the rivalry between these two programs.

2022 (Playoff Game)
Derby 36 - 21 Washburn Rural

Team Profiles

Derby Panthers

The Derby Panthers are a Kansas high school football team competing in the unknown classification football classification, as determined by the KSHSAA. Hailing from Derby, KS, Derby High School's football team is known for an impressive overall win percentage of 76.09%.

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Washburn Rural Blues

The Washburn Rural Blues are a Kansas high school football team competing in the unknown classification football classification, as determined by the KSHSAA. Hailing from Topeka, KS, Washburn Rural High School's football team is known for a competitive spirit on the field.

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Coaching Matchup

Brandon Clark

Derby Head Coach

Brandon Clark has been a high school football coach for 19 seasons and has not yet secured a state title. Throughout his coaching career, he demonstrated an overall record of 0-0-0.

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Steve Buhler

Washburn Rural Head Coach

Steve Buhler was a high school football coach for 26 seasons and did not secure a state title. Throughout his coaching career, he demonstrated an overall record of 0-0-0.

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Related Links

Derby Profile Washburn Rural Profile 2023 Season All Games