Lawrence High football players were speechless on Friday night. Coaches raised their eyebrows in disbelief with incredulous looks.

After watching Olathe North score three unanswered touchdowns in less than five minutes, the Lions had one play left to keep their undefeated season alive.

On fourth down with 12 seconds left, LHS senior quarterback Alan Clothier tossed a 26-yard fade pass down the left sideline, and senior receiver Luke Padia caught the ball in the back of the end zone for the game-winning touchdown in a 31-28 thriller at LHS on Senior Night.

Padia was a step behind his defender in one-on-one coverage and caught the game-winner over his left shoulder, immediately raising his arms once he secured the catch and placed his feet inbounds. He was mobbed by his teammates on the field and sidelines. The student section rushed the field after the final horn.

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