Lamar Consolidated High School football came out on top Friday night, ending their two-game losing streak with a much needed 55-14 win against Montgomery.
Baylor commit Taye McWilliams, who finished with 121 yards and three scores on 11 carries, scored the first touchdown of the night for Lamar Consolidated with 7:10 left in the first quarter. Montgomery remained scoreless throughout the entire first half and trailed Lamar Consolidated 28-0 at halftime.
Lamar Consolidated quarterback Byron Harris finished 9 of 15 for 145 yards and a touchdown.
After the break, Montgomery scored one touchdown each in the third and fourth quarters, respectively. They were unsuccessful in their comeback attempts in the end. Montgomery now stands at 1-4 in district play.
Montgomery will seek a key win next week against Paetow while Lamar Consolidated hopes to clinch a playoff spot with a win over Cleveland at their homecoming game.
Check out the gallery below to see some photos of the night!
For Elsik standout Koi Reed, there’s no such thing as doing just one thing.
The Class of 2027 standout has learned how to balance it all — and he’s doing it at an elite level.
Reed is currently the No. 2-ranked student in his class, while also making an impact on the football field, competing on the basketball court and playing bass in the orchestra.
His secret? Take it one thing at a time.
“I just schedule it out, keep my mind focused and get plenty of sleep,” Reed said. “That’s my formula to give 100 percent in everything I do.”
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On the football field, Reed is looking to take his game to another level in 2026. His goals are anything but modest.
“I’m trying to have over 15 sacks and 10 tackles for loss,” Reed said.
That relentless mindset is fueled by the physicality of the game and a deep appreciation for how much he has developed as an athlete. Reed says he’s amazed when he looks back at how much he has grown over the past few years.
He gives the glory to God and embraces the physical gifts he has been given.
“I’m supposed to play this sport with the size I was given,” he said. “It allows me to play the way I want to play. It pushes me to work with the grit and grind that this sport takes.”
Football may be his primary sport, but basketball has become an important part of Reed’s development. The explosiveness, athleticism and footwork he uses on the hardwood translate directly to the football field. And the physicality goes both ways.
“When I need to hit somebody, I just use what I do in football to absorb contact and get to the rim or get a rebound,” Reed said.
But when he’s playing basketball, Reed isn't thinking about football. He’s there to compete — and have fun.
“What I love about basketball is to have fun, go out on the court with the crowd and get some buckets,” he said. “Play the game for what it is. At the end of the day, it’s about having fun.”
Then there’s another side of Reed that might surprise people. He’s a musician.
Reed plays bass in the orchestra, a passion he picked up in middle school when he decided he wanted to learn an instrument. Music has become another outlet and another way to challenge himself.
“I wanted to learn an instrument,” he said. “When I talk to people, I have something to talk about.”
It’s just another example of Reed refusing to limit himself.
A Competitor in the Classroom
The same competitive fire that drives Reed on the football field and basketball court shows up in the classroom.
As the No. 2 student in his class, he takes academics seriously.
“I’m very competitive in the classroom,” Reed said. “It’s the same in sports, but in a classroom.”
He does whatever he can to earn the highest grades possible — completing extra credit, turning assignments in on time and maintaining the same work ethic he brings to the field.
Pearland takes down Manvel in a battle of unbeatens
By Farrah Sheeran
Week 6 was a weird one across the Houston area, as rain and lightning delays washed out games for some while others managed to dodge the weather and get their games in.
North Shore remains No. 1 in the Class 6A rankings, while Randle holds the top spot in Class 5A. In the private school ranks, Kinkaid takes over at No. 1.
The biggest win of the week may have come in Pearland, where the Oilers knocked off Top 10 program Manvel in a statement victory.
Klein Collins also picked up a huge win, knocking off Klein Cain in a game that was delayed by weather and eventually pushed to Saturday.
The War of the Woods was all The Woodlands, as the Highlanders rolled past College Park in the annual rivalry showdown.
As for the rankings, Jordan, Cypress Woods and Fort Bend Travis make their way into the Top 25 this week in Class 6A.
Over in Class 5A, Waltrip and Splendora join the rankings after strong performances.
The playoff picture is beginning to take shape, and with district races heating up, every Friday night is starting to carry a little more weight.
For Olivia Algard, volleyball has always been about more than what happens between the lines. It has been about finding people, creating memories and discovering a place to belong.
The Kempner outside hitter was born in Sweden, where she still has plenty of family and a deep connection to her roots.
"I speak Swedish at the house," Algard said. "I always talk about it with my friends. It's a very beautiful place. I have so much family there."
Algard still returns to Sweden for vacations, making sure the connection to her birthplace remains strong even as Texas has become home.
Her journey to Texas came with a major adjustment. When Algard first arrived in the United States, she didn't know a single word of English.
"I was in kindergarten crying all day because I couldn't understand anything," she said.
But it didn't take long for the young Algard to find her voice. She picked up the language quickly, and before long, she was finding another way to communicate—through volleyball.
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That passion began in third grade when she joined a church league. From there, the game continued to grow into something much bigger. She eventually joined a club program, and volleyball became a central part of her life.
Today, Algard can't imagine her life without it.
"The connections you make with people and the memories you make," she said. "That's what I love about it."
And she's not limiting herself to just one version of the sport. Outside of indoor volleyball, Algard plays beach volleyball, an experience she believes has helped expand her game and make her a more complete player. She's hoping to continue playing beach volleyball at the collegiate level.
"It's a whole different game than indoor," Algard said. "It opens my range of volleyball. In the sand, you have to play every position, which makes you a very versatile player on the court."
That versatility is important for an outside hitter, but Algard's biggest growth may come from learning how to manage the expectations she places on herself.
"I try my best, but I'm very hard on myself," she said. “It’s something that I need to get better at. It’s impossible to be perfect, but that is just how I’m programmed.”
Being the oldest of three children has also helped shape her approach. Algard understands that her younger siblings are watching her, and she takes that responsibility seriously.
"I'm the oldest of three," she said. "I show them the way. I try to be a good example for them to follow whether it be in sports or just in everyday life."
That leadership doesn't necessarily have to come from being the loudest person in the room. Sometimes it comes from setting an example, working hard and showing up every day.
And when Algard needs inspiration, she doesn't have to look far. Her grandmother holds that special place in her life.
"My grandma is my biggest inspiration," Algard said. "I love her a lot. I’m her favorite and we just have a really special bond. She lives in Sweden so I don’t see her much, but our connection is strong."
Away from the court, Algard is a fan of romance movies and shows, with rom-coms among her favorites. She also listens to Lana Del Rey, giving her plenty of ways to unwind when volleyball takes a back seat.
But ultimately, volleyball remains her passion.
From a little girl in Sweden who arrived in America unable to speak English to a confident outside hitter dreaming of playing beach volleyball in college, Algard's story is one of finding her place.
She found it on the court. And she plans to keep going.
Elkins High School has produced its share of football stars.
NFL first-round picks Kenneth Murray, D.J. Hayden and Ross Blacklock have all worn the Knights uniform before making their way to the highest level.
Senior running back Tyson Craft knows the history. Now, he wants his name added to the list.
Craft enters his senior season with a massive chip on his shoulder, a ton of confidence and a simple philosophy when the football is in his hands.
He wants the ball.
"If you are going to be the man of a team, who everyone is looking to make a play, you have to do what you have to do with it," Craft said.
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Craft has already established himself as one of Elkins' most productive offensive weapons. The running back was the 2024 District Newcomer of the Year and has piled up more than 1,800 rushing yards during his career.
But statistics aren't what motivate him most. It's the doubters.
"A lot of people doubt me and count me out," Craft said. "That really motivates me and puts something in my heart. My goal is to be one of the best running backs around here and eventually in the NFL. I have to show them every day on the field."
That confidence comes with versatility. Craft models his game after former NFL star Reggie Bush, a player known for his explosiveness, speed and ability to impact a game from anywhere on the field.
"I'm fast and shifty," Craft said. "I'm an every-down back who is versatile. Punt return, in the slot. I want the ball."
And Craft believes his game has continued to evolve. One of the biggest areas of improvement has been his ability to contribute as a receiver.
"I feel like I've become a much better route runner," he said. "I don't feel like anyone can guard me out of the backfield."
That confidence will be important as Elkins looks to build on last year's playoff appearance. Craft believes the foundation for another postseason run has been built away from the lights.
The Knights put in the work throughout the summer, but they also spent time together away from football, strengthening the relationships that can become so important during a long season.
The featured standouts of the 2026–27 Elkins Knights football team.Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
"The great teams have great chemistry and enjoy being around each other," Craft said. “We really bonded as a team this offseason.”
There's another Elkins tradition that Craft isn't about to give up. The night before a game, the team moms prepare a “team dinner” - chicken pasta.
"I love that," Craft said. "It gets me fueled up. It’s just another way to get with the guys and hang out… laugh and make memories.”
Those little things are part of what makes a football season memorable. But Craft knows the biggest moments will ultimately come on Friday nights.
He has already started thinking about what comes next, too.
"I'm looking for a school that will let me get on the field quickly," he said. "Also a school that gets me prepared for a career being in front of the camera—the sports media field."
It's an interesting second dream for a player whose first dream is to play on Sundays. And if Craft gets his way, he'll have plenty of football stories to tell.
His own destination remains unwritten, but Craft isn't waiting around for someone else to write it for him. He plans to do it himself, one carry, one catch and one big play at a time.
"I want the ball."
For an Elkins running back with something to prove, that's more than a statement. It's a mindset.
Dallas Highland Park's Beckett Lawrence extends his arm for a pass from Buck Randall in a game Friday against North Richland Hills Richland.
Cody Thorn
Suddenly, Highland Park has won three games in a row.
The Scots rallied for a 45-42 win over North Richland Hills Richland on Friday night at Birdville ISD Fine Arts/Athletic Complex.
Last Friday, Randy Allen’s squad won twice— first when Lewisville forfeited a 56-42 win Friday morning, and then when the Scots beat Garland Naaman Forest, 38-7, to open District 6-5A Division I play.
Now, the Scots are 4-2 and sit 2-0 after knocking off the No. 9-ranked Royals.
With Birdville losing on Friday, Highland Park is in first place in the district standings.
The Highland Park-Richland showdown featured 66 points in the first half and only 21 in the second half.
Richland led 35-31 after a high-scoring first half.
Each of the final three touchdowns in the second half was big — as each flipped the lead from one team to the other.
Turnovers led to the first two scores.
Richland, facing 4th and 2 from its own 14, rolled the dice.
Jayshon Gibson was stopped and the Scots took over with a short field and scored a minute later. Running back James Flowers lined up at quarterback two plays in a row and on the second scored.
With 1:44 left in the third, the Scots were up 38-35.
Highland Park fumbled and defensive lineman Quade Williams picked it up. He rumbled his way from the 40-yard line to the 17-yard line to give the Royals (5-1, 1-1) a short field.
On the very next play, Gibson scored on a 17-yard run, avoiding or bouncing off tackles almost the entire trip to the end zone with 9:31 left in the fourth.
Highland Park answered with a score on the next drive, moving 75 yards in 11 plays. Buck Randall had a 32-yard pass to Liam Thomas to move the ball into Richland territory.
Randall, who is committed to SMU, went 5-for-5 on the drive and his last completiong ot the ball to the 11-yard line. Facing 3rd-and-1 from the 11, Richland went offsides to set up a first down.
Flowers scored his third rushing touchdown to cap the drive. Shep Pryor’s PAT made it 45-42 with 6:39 to play.
The game switched on the next drive.
Gibson ran for 1 yard and was stopped at the 11-yard line.
He then left the game with an apparent injury. The Royals were forced to punt and the Scots were able to run out the clock.
Gibson ran for 271 yards and had a 68-yard touchdown catch as well.
Randall threw for 444 yards and had one touchdown pass.
There’s more to being a difference-maker than what shows up in the stat sheet. Ikenna Nwawueze has learned that much during his time at Alief Taylor, where his growth as a defensive standout has gone hand in hand with a deeper understanding of his teammates, his place and what the Lions can accomplish together.
The senior edge rusher isn’t defined by one responsibility. He can win with his hands and his get-off, but he also knows when to listen, when to communicate and when simply being someone his teammates can lean on matters just as much.
A second-team all-district selection a season ago, Nwawueze led the Lions with six sacks and nine tackles for loss while recording 30 tackles overall. But the numbers only tell part of his development.
“Analyzing plays and improving my get-off has allowed me to step up my game,” Nwawueze said. “There’s a lot you can gain by paying attention to the details — how the tackle lines up across from you, which pass-rush moves to use to get past the block, and being aware of the option plays.”
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His growth as a teammate, though, has come from somewhere a little less tangible.
“I feel like, as a player, I’ve been able to develop my confidence and mental strength over the years,” he said. “That’s not something you can do on your own, so I credit a lot of that to the examples set by the leaders before me. For me, I feel like I can relate to anyone and be approachable. That helps with communication, and you can see that dynamic show up on the field.”
It’s an outlook that traces back to his earliest varsity experiences.
“My love for football comes from my teammates, for real,” Nwawueze said. “Going from JV to varsity, I realized I wasn’t the fastest guy out there. But I also learned that I didn’t necessarily have to be. I got my first sack in my first varsity game, and everyone was celebrating. It was a good moment, and it’s moments like that with my teammates that keep me going.”
That same sense of togetherness now carries into a Lions team that has already shown what progress can look like.
Alief Taylor improved from 1-9 in 2024 to 4-6 last fall, and that momentum has continued into 2026. With a fresh slate of district opponents — including teams from Spring Branch ISD and Houston ISD, in addition to their Alief rivals — the Lions are looking to take another step forward.
The featured standouts of the 2026–27 Alief Taylor Lions football team.Dana Strange (VYPE)
For Nwawueze, the difference may ultimately come down to something the numbers can’t capture.
“Honestly, it’s going to be our mentality that separates us from the teams we face,” he said. “From a skill standpoint, we’re on a level playing field. So, how we approach each game and work through the preparation — that’s what should determine how far we go.”
Beyond football, Nwawueze plans to pursue a career as a physical therapist, beginning certification training through Patient Care after graduation. For now, though, his focus remains on one more season — and on helping the Lions discover just how far their progress can take them.
Some football moves are about opportunity. Others are about familiarity. For Carson White, the offseason transition from Iowa Colony to Hightower carries a little of both.
The four-star Oklahoma State commit is moving up to 6A, but the most meaningful part may be who will be calling plays. His father, Carnell White, joined Hightower as the Hurricanes’ offensive coordinator, and Carson followed — giving the two another chance to build together in a new setting.
“My dad has been coaching high school ball in Texas for as long as I can remember, so my history with football started early on,” White said. “Being around it with him, watching my older brothers do it, and now getting to live it with my dad back at Hightower again — it’s a dream come true.”
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The résumé White brings with him speaks for itself. He steered Iowa Colony to a 12-2 record and a second consecutive Region III Final appearance, throwing for roughly 2,000 yards and 32 touchdowns while adding nearly 700 rushing yards and 15 more scores. That dual-threat showing landed White on the first-team all-district list while reinforcing his place among the area’s premier signal-callers.
Now, he joins a Hightower roster that believes it has more to show this fall. Under head coach Cornelius Anthony, the Hurricanes went 7-4 and finished third in the district before Manvel ended their postseason in the opening round. Hightower already boasts plenty of talent, and White’s arrival only raises the stakes.
The featured standouts of the 2026–27 Hightower Hurricanes football team.Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
“I think everybody knows I can play ball, so to me, there’s really no difference between playing 5A or 6A,” White said. “I feel like I can play with the best of the best, no matter who I’m up against. That’s really what I’m looking to prove.”
That confidence comes with a different level of perspective than the one White carried as a freshman.
“I’ve had to learn how to manage the game more effectively,” he said. “During my freshman year, I wasn’t as poised. I was just kind of ballin’ at that point. But now, I feel like I have more control over everything, including the emotions that come with the flow of the game.”
The lessons haven’t all come easily.
“Overcoming adversity and taking it head on without letting it derail my life or my vision of the game takes a lot,” White said. “It takes a level head to balance who you are as a player and as a person. But it’s necessary because the sport is short-lived, so you gotta make the most of it and not harp on the hard times.”
White’s approach may prove just as valuable as the numbers he put up at Iowa Colony. Hightower presents a new offense and set of challenges, but not a new purpose. He knows what he can do. Now, he gets to prove it on one of Texas high school football’s biggest stages, with his father helping guide the way.
Beyond football, White is still a young man with his own quirks — including a particularly strong aversion to vegetables.
“I know we as athletes are supposed to eat right for the most part, but I don’t like vegetables at all,” White said with a laugh. “I gag when I eat them — especially cabbage. But my mom makes this salmon and rice that never fails, and I can’t say no to a good burger.”
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Cedar Park and Rouse have been going at it since Rouse opened its doors in Leander ISD in 2009. Those matchups have all recently been at the 5A level, where both the Raiders and especially the 2015 State Champion Timberwolves have seen considerable success. This Friday night (10/2) will mark their first clash as 6A foes when Cedar Park meets Rouse in a District 24-6A showdown at Gupton Stadium in our VYPE Central Texas Game of the Week.
All signs point to a plethora of points at The Gup. Sixth year head coach Michael Quintero’s Timberwolves (1-0, 5-0) have lit up the scoreboard to the tune of 50.8 point-per-game throughout the first half of the season. Senior quarterback David Cooper (86-114, 1,344, 15 TD, 0 INT) has picked apart opposing defenses through the air while tacking on just under 200 yards and 4 more touchdowns on the ground.
Senior Brayden Jahns (35-545, 15.6 YPC, 3 TD) has been Cooper’s favorite target, supported by fellow seniors Jonah Johnson and Kysen Pham. Lucas Viloria (93-455, 4.9 YPC, 8 TD) paces the T’wolves’ ground attack.
It’s been feast or famine on the other side of the ball. The vaunted Black Rain defense has shown signs of its championship heritage in back-to-back shutouts of Leander and Neu Braunfels and a 7-point effort vs. Clark. Yet they’ve also given up 35 points to A&M Consolidated and 34 to Midway. Senior Deshaun Stewart (50 tackles, 3.0 TFL, 2.0 Sacks) and junior C.J. Rogers (42 tackles, 2.0 TFL) anchor a unit that could help propel Cedar Park to a long playoff run with a little more consistency.
New Rouse head coach Mark Hopkins, who took over from founding coach Joshua Mann, has the Raiders (1-0, 3-2) thinking playoffs. Senior Chase Whitten (59-88, 724 Yds., 9 TD, 2 INT) guides a Raiders offense that will test Cedar Park’s defense, averaging 33.8 points per game. Like Cedar Park’s defense, the Rouse offense has been hit or miss, piling up points in wins over Georgetown, McNeil and Vista Ridge – but getting shut out by Midway and scoring 16 vs. Cedar Ridge.
Sophomore Amauri Dickson (55-531, 9.7 YPC, 6 TD) and senior Aubryn Davis (42-413, 9.8 YPC, 4 TDs) have gashed opponents on the ground with Davis also leading the team in catches and receiving yards.
Junior Dylan White (68 tackles, 5.0 TFL, Sack) and senior Greyson Simpson (51 Tackles, 9.0 FTL, 7.0 Sacks) drive a defense that’s allowed 23.4 points per game.
Each district game takes on added importance with just seven teams in the newly reconfigured District 24-6A. Just a little added significance for longtime rivals Cedar Park and Rouse.
What: Cedar Park vs. Rouse When: 6:45 Pregame, 7:00 Kickoff Where: Gupton Stadium Who: Josh Willard, Brad Cone, Cecil Coconougher Watch:https://www.vype.com/7pm-football-cedar-park-vs-ro... and also streaming on the KVUE+ App
There’s been no movement in the Top 5, but that doesn’t mean Week 6 arrives without its share of noteworthy results.
Steele is coming off an imposing 64-28 win against Pieper, while Boerne’s record remains unblemished after the Greyhounds secured a critical 38-31 victory against district rival Alamo Heights. The result adds another layer of intrigue to a competitive 13-5A Division II race, with both teams now positioned for what could be a fascinating stretch run.
Then there’s Champion, whose dominance is becoming increasingly difficult to overlook. The Chargers improved to 5-0 with a 61-32 win against Anderson, continuing what has been an impressive start to the campaign. Harlan also re-enters the Top 10 after defeating Marshall, 59-14, last week, with the Hawks now sitting at 4-1 heading into their bye.
The 4A ranks, meanwhile, set the stage for one of the week’s most intriguing matchups. Tivy (4-0) and Davenport (3-1) are both unbeaten in District 13-4A Division I and now prepare to clash Friday. With the district race still taking shape, the matchup could ultimately play a major role in determining the division champion.
*** The first section shows the team’s current overall record | The second shows its district record | The third shows its most recent game result (per MaxPreps as of 9/28/2026) | The final section shows its next matchup.
VYPE San Antonio Combined (6A–4A) Top 10 Football Rankings
WEEK 6 (9/28–10/4)
1. Smithson Valley Rangers (5A) — 4-0 | 3-0 in District 13-5A D1 | 84-7 win vs. Cedar Creek | Next: @ Lehman (10/1)
2. SA Johnson Jaguars (6A) — 3-0 | 1-0 in District 28-6A | 66-6 win vs. LEE | Next: vs. Brandeis (10/2)
3. Steele Knights (6A) — 3-1-1 | 2-0 in District 27-6A | 64-28 win vs. Pieper | Next: Bye Week
4. Brennan Bears (6A) — 4-1 | 3-0 in District 29-6A | 44-0 win vs. O'Connor | Next: @ Holmes (10/1)
5. Boerne Greyhounds (5A) — 5-0 | 1-0 in District 13-5A D2 | 38-31 win vs. Alamo Heights | Next: Bye Week
6. Champion Chargers (5A) — 5-0 | 3-0 in District 13-5A D1 | 61-32 win vs. Anderson | Next: @ Lockhart (10/2)
7. Alamo Heights Mules (5A) — 4-1 | 0-1 in District 13-5A D2 | 31-38 loss vs. Boerne | Next: @ Long Creek (10/2)
8. Harlan Hawks (6A) — 4-1 | 3-0 in District 29-6A | 59-14 win vs. Marshall | Next: Bye Week
9. Tivy Antlers (4A) — 4-0 | 1-0 in District 13-4A D1 | 70-14 win vs. LBJ | Next: @ Davenport (10/2)
10. Davenport Wolves (4A) — 3-1 | 1-0 in District 13-4A D1 | 56-41 win vs. Canyon Lake | Next: vs. Tivy (10/2)
Others to Watch: East Central Hornets (27-6A), Pieper Warriors (27-6A), SA Veterans Memorial Patriots (13-5A D2), Roosevelt Rough Riders (28-6A), Judson Rockets (27-6A), SA Madison Mavericks (28-6A), Canyon Cougars (27-6A)
We’re serving up another season of The Six-Rotation, where VYPE’s Matthew Ogle and Matt Malatesta break down the biggest storylines, standout performances and latest developments across Greater Houston high school volleyball.
Seven Lakes’ resurgence. Defending Tomball at No. 1. The quiet contenders. A new private-school power. 🏐
All that and more in this week’s edition of The Six-Rotation.
You’d be hard-pressed to find a win more consequential or astonishing than Bridgeland’s 31-14 victory over Cypress Ranch last Friday.
Coming off a tough 56-35 loss to Ridge Point two weeks earlier, the Bears used their bye week to prepare for a crucial district opener against a red-hot Cy Ranch squad that entered the matchup unbeaten at 3-0. Then, everything changed. Bridgeland handed the Mustangs their first loss of the season, pulling off the upset on the road while spoiling CRHS’ Homecoming Night.
As has been the case for much of the fall, Kash Schwab seized control of the game, finding the end zone four times. The senior tailback and UNLV commit accounted for all four of Bridgeland’s touchdowns — a feat that also speaks to the work of the offensive line — while potentially altering the trajectory of the district standings in the process.
Senior QB Taylon Villanueva adds another dynamic element to head coach Lonnie Madison’s offense, which is currently averaging 33 points per game. Villanueva has the athleticism to unlock the attack’s full potential, and now it will come down to execution as the season progresses.
The Bears’ defense continues to make plays when it matters, headlined by safeties Braiden Graves (Kansas commit) and Camden Buchanan on the back end, while Jordyn Sims and Regan Fodje generate pressure up front.
At 3-1, Bridgeland controls its own fate moving forward, though that will be put to the test by a demanding stretch of district opponents. The Bears face Cy Springs this Saturday before taking on George Ranch and Fulshear in the weeks ahead.
Dallas Highland Park quarterback Buck Randall scrambles for yardage against Lewisville in a Week 1 game.
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Thursday, Oct. 1
Benbrook at Fort Worth Eastern Hills at Herman Clark Stadium
This is a key game in District 5-4A Division I play as both are 1-0 in district. They are also two of the four teams in the district that are 3-1, along with Kennedale and Fort Worth Carter-Riverside. The Benbrook Bobcats quarterback Lucas Davis went over the 1,000-yard mark last week and has thrown for 1,036 yards with 11 touchdowns compared to only three interceptions. The Highlanders have a more balanced approach with running back Chris Johnson averaging 150 yards per game. He’s scored 13 touchdowns in four games for Eastern Hills, which won a playoff game last year for the first time since 1999.
Melissa at Frisco Heritage at Ford Center at The Star
Melissa is in a tough spot coming into the game on a 3-game losing streak. Granted, the losses have come to a Class 6A-ranked team in Denton Guyer and 5-point losses to Rockwall and Frisco Lone Star. Expectations are high at Melissa, but a win here evens the Cardinals' district record at 1-1 in District 5-5A Division I play. Jeremiah “Bear” Tabor has run for 429 yards and 6 touchdowns for Melissa. The Coyotes are also 1-3 and 0-1 and coming off a loss to McKinney North. Zalyn Providence is averaging 12.7 tackles per game for Heritage.
Friday, Oct. 2
Argyle at Eagle Mountain at Knight Stadium
Argyle is one of the hottest 1-loss teams in DFW. The Eagles are 4-1 with four wins in a row since dropping the opener against Oak Ridge (California). Quarterback Hayes Hackney has already put up monster numbers — 94-for-128 for 1,542 yards with 19 touchdowns. Eagle Mountain is 1-4 overall and dropped its opener in District 3-5A Division II to Nevada Community and now faces No. 4 Argyle.
Denton Guyer at Denton Braswell at Carrico Stadium
This is a solid matchup in District 5-6A with Denton Guyer coming in ranked No. 10 in the Associated Press/Dave Campbell’s Texas Football poll and ranked No. 7 in the VYPE DFW rankings. Denton Braswell is 4-0 and, like Guyer, is 1-0 in district play. Sophomore running back Chris Lark ran for 163 yards and 2 scores for the Bengals last week against Flower Mound. If history is any indicator, the Guyer Wildcats should be the favorite. Since the series started in 2020, Guyer has won all 6 meetings vs. Braswell.
Frisco Legacy Christian at Dallas Parish Episcopal at Fleeger Field at Gloria H. Snyder Stadium
Harrison Phillips had two touchdown catches to help Dallas Parish Episcopal escape with a 20-17 win over Dallas Bishop Lynch last week. The Panthers are 4-2 heading into this TAPPS Division I District 1 game. Frisco Legacy Christian is coming off a big win, 43-39, against Plano Prestonwood Christian. It was the Eagles’ first win against one of the DFW TAPPS powerhouse programs, but is 0-3 vs. Parish. Wide receiver Braden Harbour is averaging 133 yards per game and has 9 touchdowns in five games.
Dallas Highland Park at North Richland Hills Richland at Birdville ISD Fine Arts/Athletic Complex
Class 5A Division I No. 9th ranked Richland hosts Dallas Highland Park in a big District 6-5A Division I matchup. Both squads won district openers last week and the winner of this one will have a leg up in the race for a district title. Birdville will have a say in the matter as well with a 5-0 and 1-0 mark. Ged Kates’ Richland Royals are also 5-0 and have one of the best backfields in the area with quarterback Brett Kates (949 yards passing, 10 touchdowns passing, 5 rushing touchdowns) and running back Jayshon Gibson (739 yards rushing, 14 touchdowns). Highland Park is 2-3, and in both wins the Scots have scored 38 points. QB Buck Randall is an SMU pledge who broke Matthew Stafford’s passing records for yards and touchdowns.
Lewisville at Frisco Wakeland at Toyota Stadium
Lewisville will look to continue its winning ways—a win in every game this season, but only 1-3 in the eyes of UIL. Last week, Aiden Evans ran for three touchdowns in a win against Flower Mound Marcus. The new QB1 for the Fighting Farmers will get a good test against a Wakeland team that was 11-2 last year. The Wolverines lost 35-7 to Denton Guyer last week in District 5-6A play. In both losses, the Wolverines scored only 7 points.
The Austin High Maroons battled the Bowie Bulldogs to a near-draw throughout much of the first half of their critical District 26-6A matchup, trailing just 7-3 around the 2-Minute Timeout. But Bowie was too much. The Bulldogs scored on a run from senior Deuce Brown to take a 14-3 lead into the House Park Fieldhouse, then pulled away in the second half for a convincing 31-3 lead over the Maroons in last week’s VYPE Austin Centex Game of the Week.
The Maroons actually drew first blood in this battle between ancient Austin ISD rivals. Senior Alex Garcia drilled a 40-yard field goal to stake Coach Jason Cecil’s squad to an early 3-0 lead.
It didn’t last long.
Senior Cooper Medeiros returned the ensuing kickoff 38 yards to set up the Dawgs in Austin High territory. Jr. quarterback Connor O’Dea connected with senior Evan Dranguet on a beautiful pass and catch to the 3-yard line and senior Rhys Moreno knifed into the end zone to give Coach Jeff Ables’ Dawgs a lead they’d never relinquish.
With the Maroons playing stout defense, the lead didn’t increase, however, until Brown capped off a long, grinding drive with his 6-yard run just before halftime to finally nudge the Bowie lead to 14-3.
The Bulldogs finally took control of the game in the second half. O’Dea (7-16, 166 yds., TD) connected again with Dranguet (5-154, 30.8 YPC, TD) for a scoring strike, Moreno (15-77, 5.1 YPC, 2 TD) wore down the Marron defense and junior D.J. De La Pena added a field goal as Bowie gradually pulled away for a clutch win.
Bowie (1-0, 4-1) has the Bye on ACL weekend while Austin High (0-1, 0-4) travels to Bob Shelton Stadium in Buda to take on the Hays Rebels Friday night (10/2). VYPE Live will broadcast that game.
Aiden Evans runs for one of his three touchdowns against Flower Mound Marcus during a game Friday, Sept. 25. Lewisville won 40-7.
Jeff Rayome
The headline for Week 5 of the high school football season for UIL teams was the news that dropped Friday morning.
Lewisville quarterback Laykon Brassfield was ruled ineligible and the Fighting Farmers had to forfeit three convincing wins and were now 0-3.
Hours later, a new quarterback led Lewisville to win No. 1 — technically — against Flower Mound Edward S. Marcus in the Battle of Axe.
That showing of Aiden Evans was one of five things we learned last week.
The Sam Houston State pledge took over at quarterback and threw for a touchdown and carried the ball 6 times for 167 yards and 3 touchdowns in a 40-7 win. It was a situation where Coach Michael Odle put the ball in the hands of his playmakers.
Add in a touchdown catch from Derrick Martin Jr., a Missouri State commit, and the Farmers still have a recipe that could be a factor come postseason time.
Aledo’s streak snapped
The second-biggest news was the end of a winning streak for Aledo in district play.
The Bearcats had won 136 in a row, dating back to 2007, which spanned many classes over the years. Now, in Class 6A, the Bearcats suffered a loss to Arlington Martin, 35-21.
The Warriors scored the go-ahead score on Chase Devoll’s pass to Malik Mason for 13 yards. Kaden Phillips ran for a 33-yard score late in the fourth to ice.
For Aledo, it was the first time it lost back-to-back home games since 2005. It was the nation's longest active district winning streak.
Martin improved to 5-0, passing the win total for the past two years — 3-7 in 2024 and 4-6 in 2025.
Indians making noise
Keller improved to 5-0 with a 54-53 win in overtime over Fort Worth Boswell on Friday.
A touchdown run in overtime and a PAT gave Keller the lead. The game ended when Boswell missed the PAT.
Blake Dyniewski ran for 161 yards and 3 touchdowns for Keller. Graham Kaler had two receiving touchdowns — on 3 catches for 142 yards.
The torrid start has allowed Keller to match the win total of last year — when they were 5-6. Keller also had 5 wins in 2024.
Now, with District 3-6A play coming up, Keller will be tested. The Indians were also 5-0 in 2024, but closed with a 2-4 record and a loss to eventual state champion North Crowley in the playoffs.
Better than last year
McKinney North posted a 52-24 win over Frisco Heritage in the District 5-5A Division I opener.
While there are plenty of games left, the Bulldogs are now 4-0 and already surpassed last year’s 3-7 mark.
Next up is to get to win No. 5 and match what the team did in 20024.
The Bulldogs used a strong rushing attack with 43 carries for 477 yards — 11.09 yards per carry — and scored five touchdowns on the ground. John Richardson led the way with 13 carries for 138 yards and accounted for three of the touchdowns.
Gotta Love(joy) it
Two weeks ago, Lucas Lovejoy had a walk-off win on a Hail Mary.
This week, an overtime win over Colleyville Heritage, 38-35, in District 3-5A Division II play.
Quarterback Nixon Slaughter had the game-winning touchdown on a 3-yard run that was the winner. Slaughter ran for 3 touchdowns and also passed for two more, to go with 291 yards.
The Leopards improved to 5-0 and are only one win shy of matching last year’s win total. There are five games left on the schedule — three of them against teams that are either 4-1 or 4-0 right now.
How the games against Nevada Community, Argyle and The Colony will decide who the district champion is and which school will be fighting to avoid the No. 4 seed.
Allen quarterback Ty Snell rolls out to pass during the Eagles’ 26-7 win over Duncanville (8/28/26).
Kevin Bartram (VYPE Sideline)
The first half of the regular season is officially in the rearview mirror, and the Week 6 rankings come with a rare sight: a sizable portion of the region’s heavy-hitters are set for a well-earned midseason bye.
Allen continues to validate its consensus No. 1 ranking in Texas, with the Eagles improving to 5-0 after another one-sided victory. Averaging nearly 50 points per game, Allen has shown little indication of slowing down as district play moves forward. North Crowley, Waxahachie, Coppell and Southlake Carroll are also riding strong starts, while Duncanville gets a boost after blanking formidable district opponent Red Oak, 42-0.
The 5A ranks feature plenty of movement as well. Lone Star remains unbeaten at 4-0 after outlasting Melissa in a 35-30 classic, while Argyle also moves up following a convincing win over Grapevine. Anna, Celina, Timberview and McKinney North continue to add depth to an increasingly competitive classification.
Perhaps the most impactful result of the week, however, came from Arlington Martin. The Warriors’ 35-21 victory over perennial state contender Aledo could prove to be a defining moment this fall, and their perfect 5-0 start earns them a debut in the Top 20 alongside McKinney North (4-0). With most of the top teams taking the week off, the spotlight now shifts to those still in action.
The Arlington Martin Warriors break into the Top 20 after defeating Aledo, 35-21, last Friday.
*** The first section shows the team’s current overall record | The second shows its district record | The third shows its most recent game result (per MaxPreps as of 9/27/2026) | The final section shows its next matchup.
VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Combined (6A–4A) Top 20 Football Rankings
WEEK 6 (9/28–10/4)
1. Allen Eagles (6A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 6-6A | 65-7 win vs. Princeton | Next: Bye Week
2. North Crowley Panthers (6A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 11-6A | 35-14 win vs. Crowley | Next: Bye Week
3. Waxahachie Indians (6A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 11-6A | 61-14 win vs. Skyline | Next: Bye Week
4. DeSoto Eagles (5A) — 3-2 | 2-0 in District 8-5A D1 | 52-6 win vs. Midlothian | Next: Bye Week
5. Coppell Cowboys (6A) — 4-1 | 2-0 in District 7-6A | 55-10 win vs. Pearce | Next: Bye Week
6. Duncanville Panthers (6A) — 2-3 | 1-1 in District 11-6A | 42-0 win vs. Red Oak | Next: Bye Week
7. Guyer Wildcats (6A) — 3-1 | 1-0 in District 5-6A | 35-7 win vs. Wakeland | Next: @ Braswell (10/2)
8. Prosper Eagles (6A) — 4-1 | 1-1 in District 6-6A | 63-26 win vs. McKinney | Next: Bye Week
9. Southlake Carroll Dragons (6A) — 3-2 | 2-0 in District 4-6A | 49-6 win vs. V.R. Eaton | Next: Bye Week
10. South Oak Cliff Golden Bears (5A) — 2-2 | 2-0 in District 5-5A D2 | 63-14 win vs. Wilson | Next: vs. Molina
11. Lone Star Rangers (5A) — 4-0 | 1-0 in District 5-5A D1 | 35-30 win vs. Melissa | Next: vs. Liberty (10/2)
12. Argyle Eagles (5A) — 4-1 | 1-0 in District 3-5A D2 | 49-13 win vs. Grapevine | Next: @ Eagle Mountain (10/2)
13. Anna Coyotes (5A) — 5-0 | 3-0 in District 4-5A D2 | 70-14 win vs. Independence | Next: vs. Frisco (10/2)
14. Lewisville Farmers (6A) — 1-3* | 1-0 in District 5-6A | 40-7 win vs. Marcus | Next: @ Wakeland (10/2)
15. Celina Bobcats (5A) — 4-0 | 2-0 in District 4-5A D2 | 48-14 win vs. Panther Creek | Next: vs. Emerson (10/2)
16. Timberview Wolves (5A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 7-5A D2 | 54-7 win vs. Midlothian Heritage | Next: Bye Week
17. Walnut Grove Wildcats (6A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 6-6A | 44-23 win vs. Rock Hill | Next: Bye Week
18. Rockwall Yellowjackets (6A) — 4-1 | 2-0 in District 10-6A | 49-42 win vs. North Forney | Next: Bye Week
19. Martin Warriors (6A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 3-6A | 35-21 win vs. Aledo | Next: Bye Week
20. McKinney North Bulldogs (5A) — 4-0 | 1-0 in District 5-5A D1| 52-24 win vs. Frisco Heritage | Next: Centennial (10/2)
Others to Watch: Keller Indians (4-6A), Lovejoy Leopards (3-5A D2), Richland Royals (6-5A D1), Lancaster Tigers (8-5A D1), Ryan Raiders (3-5A D1), Brock Eagles (4-4A D2), Keller Central Chargers (4-6A), Heath Hawks (10-6A), Melissa Cardinals (5-5A D1), Trinity Trojans (8-6A), Byron Nelson Bobcats (4-6A), Little Elm Lobos (5-6A), West Mesquite Wranglers (7-5A D1), Flower Mound Jaguars (5-6A)
*Lewisville forfeited its first three non-district wins following a District 5-6A Executive Committee ruling regarding an ineligible player. The ruling is subject to appeal.
The first wave of district matchups is in the books, and the early signals are getting louder.
In 6A, Tomball still holds the top spot despite a pair of humbling defeats to Tomball Memorial and Magnolia. The Cougars had previously knocked off Klein Oak in a five-setter, and their recent response will go a long way toward determining whether those losses prove to be an anomaly or a bad omen.
Meanwhile, Seven Lakes gets a sizable boost after an unblemished start to district play, highlighted by pivotal victories over Tompkins and Jordan. Grand Oaks also strengthened its standing by pulling off a reverse sweep over College Park, putting the Grizzlies firmly at the front of the 13-6A race as they pursue their fifth straight district title.
The overall power dynamic remains largely unchanged in 5A, with Lake Creek holding onto the top spot after sweeping cross-town rival Montgomery. Friendswood continues to set the pace in District 20-5A, while Galveston Ball has quietly emerged as a formidable challenger.
In the private-school ranks, Episcopal skyrockets to No. 1 after a series of benchmark wins over fellow powerhouses, including John Cooper, Lutheran South Academy, and defending SPC 4A champion St. John’s. At the same time, Cypress Christian and FBCA are primed for an entertaining TAPPS 5A district race, setting the stage for what could be an extensive playoff run.
Grand Oaks Grizzlies
Matt Powell (VYPE)
*** The second section shows the team’s current record (per MaxPreps as of 9/27/2026)
VYPE Houston 6A Top 20 Volleyball Rankings — End of September 2026
1. Tomball Cougars — 24-6 | 7-2 in District 15-6A
2. Klein Oak Panthers — 35-4 | 8-1 in District 15-6A
3. Cypress Ranch Mustangs — 26-7 | 6-0 in District 23-6A
4. Memorial Mustangs — 30-3 | 9-0 in District 20-6A
5. Clear Springs Chargers — 27-8 | 6-0 in District 18-6A
6. Seven Lakes Spartans — 22-10 | 8-0 in District 22-6A
7. Tompkins Falcons — 22-6 | 8-1 in District 22-6A
8. Grand Oaks Grizzlies — 25-11 | 6-0 in District 13-6A
9. Fulshear Chargers — 21-10 | 5-1 in District 23-6A
10. College Park Cavaliers — 21-9 | 5-1 in District 13-6A
11. Atascocita Eagles — 18-5 | 6-0 in District 17-6A
12. Dawson Eagles — 24-11 | 9-0 in District 19-6A
13. Tomball Memorial Wildcats — 22-12 | 7-2 in District 15-6A
14. Bridgeland Bears — 17-11 | 4-2 in District 23-6A
15. Stratford Spartans — 23-11 | 7-1 in District 20-6A
16. Pearland Oilers — 22-12 | 8-1 in District 19-6A
17. Jordan Warriors — 21-10 | 6-3 in District 22-6A
18. Fort Bend Austin Bulldogs — 25-9 | 6-0 in District 21-6A
19. Dickinson Gators — 23-8 | 5-1 in District 18-6A
20. Shadow Creek Sharks — 20-12 | 6-2 in District 19-6A
Others to Watch: Clear Lake Falcons (18-6A), Summer Creek Bulldogs (17-6A), Barbers Hill Eagles (18-6A), Oak Ridge War Eagles (13-6A), Langham Creek Lobos (16-6A), Ridge Point Panthers (21-6A), Magnolia Bulldogs (15-6A), Cy-Fair Bobcats (16-6A), Katy Tigers (22-6A), Deer Park Deer (18-6A), Foster Falcons (23-6A), Cypress Woods Wildcats (16-6A), Waller Bulldogs (23-6A), Manvel Mavericks (19-6A), Mayde Creek Rams (22-6A)
VYPE Houston 5A/4A Top 10 Volleyball Rankings — End of September 2026
1. Lake Creek Lions (5A) — 30-9 | 5-1 in District 17-5A
2. Friendswood Mustangs (5A) — 26-6 | 9-0 in District 20-5A
3. Montgomery Bears (5A) — 30-8 | 4-2 in District 17-5A
4. Kempner Cougars (5A) — 27-2 | 9-0 in District 22-5A
5. West Fork Gators (5A) — 26-9 | 5-0 in District 18-5A
6. Galveston Ball Tornadoes (5A) — 27-7 | 8-1 in District 20-5A
7. Iowa Colony Pioneers (5A) — 24-9 | 7-2 in District 20-5A
8. Bellville Brahmas (4A) — 26-11 | 6-0 in District 23-4A
9. Huffman Hargrave Falcons (4A) — 24-9 | 3-1 in District 19-4A
10. Livingston Lions (4A) — 24-9 | 2-2 in District 19-4A
Others to Watch: Liberty Panthers (19-4A), Lamar Consolidated Mustangs (22-5A), La Porte Bulldogs (20-5A), Dayton Broncos (19-5A), Angleton Wildcats (20-5A), Kingwood Park Panthers (18-5A)
VYPE Houston Private School Top 5 Volleyball Rankings — End of September 2026
1. Episcopal Knights — 21-7 | 1-0 in SPC 4A
2. The John Cooper School Dragons — 19-5 | 0-2 in SPC 4A
3. Cypress Christian Warriors — 21-5-1 | 3-0 in TAPPS District 5-5A
4. Fort Bend Christian Academy Eagles — 14-7-1 | 3-1 in TAPPS District 5-5A
5. Lutheran South Academy Pioneers — 20-10 | 5-1 in TAPPS District 4-6A
Others to Watch: Second Baptist Eagles, St. John XXIII Lions, Concordia Lutheran Crusaders, St. John's School Mavericks, Providence Classical Paladins, Houston Christian Mustangs, The Awty International School Rams
Houston Athletic Committee presents the 2026 H-Town Basketball Tip-Off Luncheon, presented by noVAR, by announcing the Houston Area Preseason Boys and Girls High School Teams.
Teams will be honored on October 28, 2026, at the inaugural H-town Tip-Off Luncheon at the Bayou City Event Center. Tickets are available at www.touchdownclub.com/product/basketball.
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Houston Area HS Boys Preseason Team
Reese Alston, Second Baptist
Isaiah Santos, Seven Lakes
Landon Veal, Houston Christian
Chase Richardson, Friendswood
Damon Miles, Clear Lake
Marwane Fadika, Katy Jordan
Eric Beard, Heights
Alim Olajuwon, Episcopal
Peter Dorsey, Wheatley
Dayjhon Miller, The Woodlands HS
Emmanuel Nwabouku, Houston Christian
Anthony Key, Atascocita
Tyson Forrest, Woodlands College Park
BJ LaFell Jr., Shadow Creek
Troynelle Belle, Dickinson
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Houston Area HS Girls Preseason Team
Maryiah Alfred, Kinkaid
Azyua Blair, Houston Christian
Courtland Cloud, Shadow Creek
Kay’ Len Alexander, Summer Creek
Rachel Roberts, The Woodlands
Faith Etienne, Dawson
Sydney Marshall, Kinkaid
A’Niyah Harmon, Klein Collins
Makenzie Jackson, Cy Springs
Damori Hunter, Yates
Addy Beverly, Second Baptist
Brooklyn Roberson, Barbers Hill
Pfeiffer Greene, Fulshear
Giselle Jackson, Cy Falls
Eryn Roberts, Hightower
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Along with honoring the preseason Houston Area High School Boys and Girls preseason teams, the now annual luncheon will feature the head men’s and women’s basketball coaches from the University of Houston, Rice University, St. Thomas University, Texas Southern University, Prairie View A&M University and Houston Chrisitan University.
The event will also give fans an opportunity to hear the coaches speak about their seasons and participate in a panel conversation. The inaugural event will feature ESPN college basketball analyst Fran Fraschilla. Fraschilla was previously the head college basketball coach at Manhattan College, St. John’s University and the University of New Mexico.
For further information and tickets for the event, contact Ricky Prine, Executive Director, houtdclub@att.net or 713-825-8228.
Unranked Fulshear knocks off No. 10 Waller to move back into the rankings
by Bradley Collier
What a wild weekend of high school football in Greater Houston, as upsets ruled the day.
Cypress Falls kicked off the chaos Thursday night, as the Eagles knocked off No. 7 Cy-Fair with a last-second Hail Mary on the VYPE Thursday Night Showdown powered by Daspit Law.
The upsets continued Friday, as No. 16 Bridgeland took down No. 2 Cypress Ranch, which had looked nearly unbeatable entering district play. Then, a banged-up College Park squad rallied to beat No. 5 Willis in a pivotal district matchup.
Unranked Fulshear capped off the weekend by taking down No. 10 Waller.
With several ranked teams taking losses, the Class 6A rankings have been reshuffled heading into Week 6.
Meanwhile, Randle and Angleton continue to lead the way in Class 5A, while Lutheran South makes its debut in the private school rankings.
Rankings such as this one are a lot like going in for a vision test. You sit in a big chair, and the technician slides that heavy metal goggle contraption in front of your face. Then he or she starts toggling back and forth between settings, dialing in your lenses as your vision gradually comes into focus.
That’s’ where we are in this week’s Power Rankings as we head towards this week’s midway point of the season. To be honest, however, there wasn’t a lot of movement this past week. Most of the ranked teams won and won handily, a couple had their Bye and only one ranked squad went down.
Still, as things come into better focus as more games get played, we’re bumping Westlake and Round Rock up to join Lake Travis on the podium after all three notched impressive wins. Weiss settled at #4 after holding off stubborn Killeen Shoemaker and Dripping Springs rounded out the top 5 with a lopsided win.
District 24-6A is a defensive coordinator’s nightmare with Hutto, Cedar Park and Rouse all cracking the half-century scoring mark in their district openers. Hutto eased in front of idle Vandegrift with the Timberwolves packed in behind the Vipers. Anderson fell hard at Champion but remained in the Top 10 at #9 while Bowie rounded out the Top 10 after pulling away from Austin High for a big District 26-6A win.
The bottom half of the Rankings was easy. Everyone either won or had the night off, so no positions changed. But, man, undefeated Cedar Ridge is thissss close to cracking the Top 10 after a shut out win. Hays remained at #12, followed by the aforementioned Raiders from Rouse at #13, Liberty Hill at #14 with a nice bounce back win and Wimberley, our top 4A team.
Taylor, Georgetown, Lockhart, Lago Vista and Hendrickson all held serve to close out the rankings, but Legacy Ranch is lurking just on the outside looking for a crack to slip back in.
Some clear separation has emerged amongst Austin area private schools. Regents cruised to an easy road win in San Antonio while St. Michael’s bested St. Pius X to remain #1 and #2. #3 Hyde Park comfortably blanked Hill Country Christian to establish that divide, as the latter had edged Brentwood Christian earlier in the season. (We get the enrollment factor but does anybody else wish that these schools could actually all play each other in the same district?)
More district matchups mean more chances to compare and contrast teams in the weeks ahead and the big picture will continue to come into focus.
Just like when the ophthalmologist asks, “Which is better, A or B?”
VYPE Austin Top 20 Combined Class 4A-6A *Last parenthesis indicates most recent game result
1. (1) Lake Travis Cavaliers (6A) 2-1-1 (W 59-6 @ McNeil)
2. (3) Westlake Chaparrals (6A) 3-1 W 49-6 vs. Midland Lee)
3. (4) Round Rock Dragons (6A) 4-1 (W 45-25 vs. Stony Point)
4. (2) Weiss Wolves (5A-1) 4-1 (W 42-28 @ Shoemaker)
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
Matt Powell (VYPE)
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
The featured standouts of the 2026–27 Elkins Knights football team.Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
Farrah Sheeren (VYPE)
The featured standouts of the 2026–27 Alief Taylor Lions football team.Dana Strange (VYPE)
Matt Powell (VYPE)
The featured standouts of the 2026–27 Hightower Hurricanes football team.Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
The Arlington Martin Warriors break into the Top 20 after defeating Aledo, 35-21, last Friday.
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