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VYPE U: Lamar Consolidated gets back on track with win over Montgomery

Madison Morris

Oct 28, 2019

Lamar Mustangs prepare to take the field.

Madison Morris

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!

Madison Morris

Lamar Consolidated High School field runners take the field with flags following a Mustang touchdown.

The Top 10 Games to Watch in Week 8 of DFW High School Football

Duncanville quarterback Maximus The Great Denson will look to get the Panthers over the .500 mark this week facing Crowley.

Kevin Bartram

Thursday, Oct. 15

Dallas Highland Park at Carrollton Creekview at Standridge Stadium

Highland Park goes on the road again in district play, riding a 3-game winning streak. The Scots sit alone in District 6-5A Division I and will face a 1-5 Creekview team. Interestingly enough, both teams are coming off wins against Carrollton R.L. Turner. The Mustangs beat Turner, 21-7, two weeks ago and were idle last week. Highland Park posted a 62-7 win last week against Turner. Got to give the edge to the Scots in this one.

Allen at Prosper Rock Hill at Children’s Health Stadium

Allen will roll into this game as the new No. 1 team in Class 6A in the Dave Campbell’s Texas Football/Associated Press, and MaxPreps has the Eagles ranked the No. 1 team in the entire country. The Eagles (6-0, 3-0 District 6-6A) are led by sophomore quarterback Ty Snell, who has thrown for 1,155 yards with 18 touchdowns and only two interceptions. Rock Hill is 3-3 and 1-2 in district, losing the past two against Prosper Walnut Grove and Prosper.

Denton Ryan at Keller Fossil Ridge at Keller ISD Athletic Complex

After two weeks of District 3-5A Division I play, the Raiders from Billy Ryan High School are in first place with a 2-0 mark. Five teams are 1-1, while Saginaw is winless. The Raiders, 5-1, will travel to face a 1-5 Fossil Ridge squad. Ryan has won four in a row, with the first of that streak a loss that was flipped to a win following the Lewisville eligibility issue. New coach Shane Tolleson, who came over from Waxahachie, will look for the Raiders to extend their 7-game winning streak against the Panthers.

Friday, Oct. 16

Carrollton Hebron at Lewisville at Max Goldsmith Stadium

The winner of this game will have a share of first place in the District 5-6A race. The two teams, along with Denton Braswell, are tied for first place with 3-0 district marks. Even with changes in personnel on the offensive side of the ball at quarterback, Lewisville (3-3, 3-0) is still producing. Six different players have at least one touchdown catch and seven different players have scored a rushing touchdown — though no rushing touchdowns were scored in last week’s 42-7 win over Guyer. Hebron (4-2, 3-0) has a defense that has 6 interceptions and 10 forced fumbles this season.

Red Oak at Waxahachie at Stuart B. Lumpkins Stadium

The District 11-6A standings heading into this week show North Crowley at 3-0 and then four teams at 2-1 — including the two in this matchup. Waxahachie fell from No. 1 to No. 10 in the state poll this week following a 42-17 loss to North Crowley last week. The Indians struggled to pass the ball last week and the run game was also bottled up by North Crowley. Red Oak went 5-5 last year, but is 4-2, and its last two wins were by a combined 4 points. QB Tuhran Square II should surpass the 1,000-yard passing mark this week, entering with 971 yards and 11 TDs. The senior is also the team’s leading rusher with 455 yards and 2 TDs.

Fort Worth All Saints Episcopal at Grapevine Faith at Grapevine Ford Field

The Saints take a 6-2 record into their penultimate game of the regular season at Grapevine Faith. The winner of the past two TAPPS Division II State Championships might be even better this year; if not, they are deeper. Running back Brayden Boults, a transfer from Sumter, South Carolina, has run for 1,074 yards and 13 TDs. The sophomore has offers from Georgia, Texas Tech, Florida and SMU, to name a few. Both teams are coming off wins against Fort Worth Southwest Christian. All Saints won 56-13 while Grapevine Faith won 56-35 on Oct. 2. The Lions are coming off a bye week and will look to snap a 4-game losing streak to All Saints.

Mansfield Summit at DeSoto at Eagle Stadium

There is a new all-time rushing leader at DeSoto RB SaRod Baker eclipsed the career rushing mark set by current Texas A&M running back Deondrae “Tiger” Riden Jr. in last week’s win vs. Lancaster. The Texas Tech pledge ran for 177 yards and 2 touchdowns last week — his fourth straight game over 100 yards and with at least one touchdown. He has 4,546 yards in his career, clearing Riden’s 4,412 yards. DeSoto is 4-2 with four straight wins. Mansfield Summit is 3-3 and winners of two in a row. Sophomore WR Gabe Evans has caught 33 passes for 395 yards and 6 TDs.

Aledo at Arlington at Maverick Stadium at UT-Arlington

A logjam for second place in District 3-6A will be somewhat settled after this game, as both are 2-1 in district games. Arlington is 4-2 and Aledo is 3-3 — very unlike the Aledo of old. The Bearcats are balanced, with a rushing game that has gained 986 yards and the offense has passed for 933 yards. Colby Thompson and Kane Lanier both have 4 receiving touchdowns. The Arlington Colts have been more of a running team this year, with five different players with more than 100 yards on the ground. QB Canon Cambron has 327 yards rushing and 9 TDs, team highs in both categories.

Crowley at Duncanville at Panther Stadium

Crowley is coming off a 29-28 loss last week against Red Oak. The Eagles are 2-4 overall and 1-2 in District 11-6A. Dating back to 2004, this is the first showdown between the two teams. Duncanville won last week, 45-7 over Mansfield, to even the record at 3-3. Quarterback Maximus The Great Denson has thrown for 804 yards and 8 touchdowns, while rushing for 308 yards. RB Brayden Arnold has accounted for 9 of the team’s 17 rushing touchdowns.

Keller at Southlake Carroll at Dragon Stadium

The Indians have surpassed the win total of last year and at 6-0, it is the best start since 1967. Quite the turnaround done by Coach Carl Stralow, but a big challenge looms this week: the Dragons. Keller has an overall record better than Carroll’s 4-2 mark, but the Dragons have won four in a row since losing back-to-back games to North Crowley and Allen. Both teams are 3-0 in District 4-6A, so the battle for first place could also secure a No. 1 seed for the winner. Carroll holds a 16-0 record in the series dating back to 2004.

Opportunistic Lewisville beats Denton Guyer

Lewisville's Devin Robinson (0) celebrates after returning an interception for a touchdown against Denton Guyer on Friday.

Jeff Rayome

The quest for the District 5-6A title is far from over, but some of the contenders for one of the four playoff berths are coming into focus after Week 7.

After another week of Texas high school football action, three teams are still unbeaten in district play: Denton Braswell, Carrollton Hebron and Lewisville. At least one of those teams will lose this week as Hebron and Lewisville battle for a share of first.

It will be another big game for the Fighting Farmers, who are now 3-3 overall after a 41-7 win over Denton Guyer last week.

Guyer, at the time, was ranked No. 10 in Class 6A.

The win helps the Farmers crack the national Top 25 on MaxPreps.

Lewisville and Guyer were tied at 7-7 after the opening 12 minutes.

The Fighting Farmers dominated from there and the story of the game was how opportunistic they were on offense, defense and special teams.

It started in the first quarter.

Missouri State pledge Derrick Martin IIII had an interception to give Lewisville the ball.

A mere 9 seconds later, the Farmers were in the end zone. Quarterback Aiden Evans connected with Xavier Miles for a 41-yard touchdown.

The Wildcats (4-2, 1-1) had the ball four times in the second quarter and the outcomes were: punt, punt, interception, missed field goal. Meanwhile, Lewisville extended the lead to 28-7.

A wide receiver-to-wide receiver touchdown pass from Duece Mathis to Martin was the first touchdown of the second quarter.

Mathis, a Northern Arizona pledge, had a 73-yard punt return to extend the lead.

Then, Devin Robinson had a 37-yard pick-6 for the Farmers’ defense. The senior is a Sam Houston State pledge.

Guyer, who had previously only lost to then No. 1-ranked Waxahachie, got the ball to open the third.

The drive lasted 4 minutes, but Vahn Malvo picked off Carter Morgan to give the Farmers the ball back.

Then, Lewisville scored again.

But not before 17 players were run and all but the final 38 seconds of the quarter ticked away. Evans, another Sam Houston State pledge, connected with Landon Brazzell for a 15-yard touchdown. That came one play after a 15-yard penalty against Guyer.

Lewisville was facing a 3rd-and-17 from the 30-yard line.

The what-could-go-wrong-did-go-wrong for Guyer continued in the fourth.

The Wildcats punted and Mathis took back 68 yards for his second punt return score of the game.

Guyer got some traction going and put together a 75-yard drive. Morgan ran for 18 yards and was near the goal line. The ball got knocked out at the 1-yard line and turned into a touchback and the Farmers got the ball at the 20-yard line.

Guyer actually had more yards and first downs in the game, 20 to 15 on the latter and then 380 to 272 on yards.

The difference was 5 turnovers by the Wildcats — 3 interceptions and 2 fumbles.

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POWER GRID: VYPE Houston Volleyball Rankings | Cy Ranch Rises, Clear Springs and Lake Creek Hold Firm

The featured standouts of the 2026-27 Clear Springs Chargers volleyball team.

Farrah Sheeren (VYPE)

The district races are tightening, winning streaks are stacking up, and momentum is fluctuating across the board.

In 6A, Cypress Ranch has surged to the top of H-Town, extending its winning streak to 19 games and moving within reach of the District 23-6A crown after a 3-1 victory over Fulshear last Thursday.

Memorial remains firmly in pursuit of another dominant finish, having suffered just one loss since August — against Cypress Ranch — while closing in on back-to-back district championships.

Clear Springs, meanwhile, continues to look like one of the state’s most cohesive and formidable teams. Despite a recent five-set loss to Deer Park, the Chargers are well-positioned to claim their fifth consecutive district title.

Dawson has also made its move, breaking into the Top 10 as its winning streak reaches 16 games. The Eagles are now three victories away from another undefeated district campaign.

Elsewhere, Summer Creek makes its debut in the rankings after edging Atascocita in five sets at the end of September. The two will have another chance to settle the score in a must-see regular-season finale on October 23 that could decide the 17-6A race.

The 5A picture is just as compelling. Lake Creek continues to look like the class of the classification after splitting series with A&M Consolidated and College Station. The Lions’ toughest remaining test appears to be Montgomery, which they defeated in September, while undefeated Friendswood and Kempner are strengthening their cases as legitimate postseason threats.

Sade Bello — Cypress Ranch

Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)

*** The second section shows the team’s current record (per MaxPreps as of 10/11/2026)

VYPE Houston 6A Top 20 Volleyball Rankings

Mid-October 2026

1. Cypress Ranch Mustangs — 30-7 | 10-0 in District 23-6A

2. Memorial Mustangs — 33-3 | 12-0 in District 20-6A

3. Clear Springs Chargers — 30-9 | 9-1 in District 18-6A

4. Seven Lakes Spartans — 26-10 | 12-0 in District 22-6A

5. Tompkins Falcons — 25-6 | 11-1 in District 22-6A

6. Klein Oak Panthers — 38-5 | 10-2 in District 15-6A

7. Grand Oaks Grizzlies — 28-11 | 10-0 in District 13-6A

8. Tomball Cougars — 26-7 | 9-3 in District 15-6A

9. Fulshear Chargers — 23-12 | 6-3 in District 23-6A

10. Dawson Eagles — 28-11 | 13-0 in District 19-6A

11. College Park Cavaliers — 24-10 | 8-2 in District 13-6A

12. Tomball Memorial Wildcats — 24-13 | 9-3 in District 15-6A

13. Bridgeland Bears — 20-12 | 7-3 in District 23-6A

14. Atascocita Eagles — 21-6 | 9-1 in District 17-6A

15. Pearland Oilers — 24-13 | 10-2 in District 19-6A

16. Stratford Spartans — 26-13 | 10-2 in District 20-6A

17. Dickinson Gators — 26-9 | 8-2 in District 18-6A

18. Summer Creek Bulldogs — 25-10 | 10-0 in District 17-6A

19. Fort Bend Austin Bulldogs — 28-10 | 9-1 in District 21-6A

20. Shadow Creek Sharks — 23-13 | 9-3 in District 19-6A

Others to Watch: Katy Tigers (22-6A), Barbers Hill Eagles (18-6A), Jordan Warriors (22-6A), Langham Creek Lobos (16-6A), Ridge Point Panthers (21-6A), The Woodlands Highlanders (13-6A), Cy-Fair Bobcats (16-6A), Clear Lake Falcons (18-6A), Cypress Woods Wildcats (16-6A), Deer Park Deer (18-6A), Oak Ridge War Eagles (13-6A), Magnolia Bulldogs (15-6A), Foster Falcons (23-6A), Manvel Mavericks (19-6A)

VYPE Houston 5A/4A Top 10 Volleyball Rankings

Mid-October 2026

1. Lake Creek Lions (5A) — 33-10 | 8-2 in District 17-5A

2. Friendswood Mustangs (5A) — 29-6 | 12-0 in District 20-5A

3. Montgomery Bears (5A) — 34-8 | 8-2 in District 17-5A

4. Kempner Cougars (5A) — 31-2 | 13-0 in District 22-5A

5. West Fork Gators (5A) — 30-9 | 9-0 in District 18-5A

6. Galveston Ball Tornadoes (5A) — 30-8 | 11-2 in District 20-5A

7. Bellville Brahmas (4A) — 29-11 | 9-0 in District 23-4A

8. Iowa Colony Pioneers (5A) — 27-10 | 9-3 in District 20-5A

9. Huffman Hargrave Falcons (4A) — 26-10 | 5-2 in District 19-4A

10. Needville Bluejays (4A) — 27-11 | 8-0 in District 22-4A

Others to Watch: Livingston Lions (19-4A), 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

Mid-October 2026

1. Episcopal Knights — 23-9 | 2-2 in SPC 4A

2. The John Cooper School Dragons — 21-5 | 2-2 in SPC 4A

3. Cypress Christian Warriors — 27-5 | 7-0 in TAPPS District 5-5A

4. Lutheran South Academy Pioneers — 23-11 | 8-1 in TAPPS District 4-6A

5. Fort Bend Christian Academy Eagles — 18-7-1 | 7-1 in TAPPS District 5-5A

Others to Watch: The Awty International School Rams, Second Baptist Eagles, St. John XXIII Lions, Concordia Lutheran Crusaders, St. John's School Mavericks, Providence Classical Paladins, Houston Christian Mustangs

THE POWER RANKINGS: Cedar Ridge surges to #2 behind Westlake

Westlake remains on top of this week’s Power Rankings after cruising to an easy win. That was the simple part, as all heck broke loose behind the Chaps. As the dust from several high-profile showdowns settled, it revealed a plethora of comers and goers.

Undefeated Cedar Ridge is the biggest gainer by far, rocketing to #2 after a Goal Line stand helped the Raiders hold off Lake Travis at Cavalier Stadium. (Anyone else looking forward to their upcoming showdown with Westlake?) Round Rock climbs a spot to #3 despite their Bye, based primarily on earlier wins over the two teams immediately behind the Dragons #4 Dripping Spring and #5 Vandegrift.

Cedar Park was the other team that scored a massive win, coming back late to overtake Hutto and moving up to #6 ahead of this week’s grudge match with the Vipers. Lake Travis settles at #7 while Bowie moves up three spots to #8 with an impressive win over Hays. Hutto leads a parade of teams that dropped games last week, landing at #9 while Weiss rounds out the Top 10.

Anderson drops a couple spots but still tops the second tier after running into a buzzsaw in Smithson Valley. Rouse rebounded from their loss to Cedar Park to move to #12, followed by Liberty Hill and Hays. Wimberley remains the highest-ranked 4A squad at #15.

Georgetown climbs a spot to #16, as did Lago Vista to #17 and Hendrickson to #18. Legacy Ranch continues to impress and reenters the Rankings at #19 while Taylor rounds out the slate after dropping their game in a basketball score at Tivy.

Regents held off a strong challenge from Legacy Sports and Sciences to remain atop the private school rankings. And while St. Michaels suffered its second defeat of the season, there’s enough separation between them and the rest of the local private schools to keep the Warriors at #2.

Not surprisingly, several big matchups – Cedar Park vs. Vandegrift, we’re looking at you – are on tap again this week. We’ll see if the deck shuffles again.

VYPE Austin Top 20 Combined Class 4A-6A
*Last parenthesis indicates most recent game result

1. (1) Westlake Chaparrals (6A) 5-1 (W 57-0 @ Westwood)

2. (10) Cedar Ridge Raiders (6A) 7-0 (W 35-34 @ #2 Lake Travis)

3. (4) Round Rock Dragons (6A) 4-2 (BYE)

4. (6) Dripping Springs Tigers (6A) 5-1 (W 41-3 @ Austin High)

5. (7) Vandegrift Vipers (6A) 4-2 (W 49-20 @ Vista Ridge)

6. (8) Cedar Park Timberwolves (6A) 7-0 (W 37-35 vs. #3 Hutto)

7. (2) Lake Travis Cavaliers (6A) 2-2-1 (L 35-34 vs. #10 Cedar Ridge)

8. (11) Bowie Bulldogs (6A) 5-1 (W 36-6 vs. #13 Hays)

9. (3) Hutto Hippos (6A) 5-2 (L 37-35 @ #8 Cedar Park)

10. (5) Weiss Wolves (5A-1) 4-2 (L 49-47 vs. A&M Consolidated)

11. (9) Anderson Trojans (5A-1) 4-2 (L 42-7 @ Smithson Valley)

12. (14 Rouse Raiders (6A) 4-3 (W 31-3 @ Leander)

13. (12) Liberty Hill Panthers (5A-2) 4-3 (L 63-31 @ Alamo Heights)

14. (13) Hays Hawks (6A) 4-3 (L 36-6 A #11 Bowie)

15. (15) Wimberley Texans (4A-2) 5-0 (W 42-7 @ Giddings)

16. (17) Georgetown Eagles (5A-2) 4-3 (W 13-12 vs. Shoemaker)

17. (18) Lago Vista Vikings (4A-2) 5-1 (W 64-0 vs. Eastside Early College)

18. (19) Hendrickson Hawks (5A-1) 4-2 (W 33-14 @ Glenn)

19. (NR) Legacy Ranch Wranglers (5A-2) 4-2 (W 42-20 vs. SA Veterans Memorial)

20. (16) Taylor Ducks (4A-1) 4-2 (L 79-56 @ Tivy)

On the Radar: Lockhart (3-3), Pflugerville (3-3)

VYPE Austin Top 5 Private Schools
*Last parenthesis indicates most recent game result

1. (1) Regents Knights (TAPPS D2) 6-1 (W 27-20 vs. Legacy Sports & Sciences)

2. (2) St. Michael’s Warriors (TAPPS D1) 6-2 (L 44-41 Antonian Prep)

3. (3) Hyde Park Panthers (TAPPS D2) 4-3 (W 49-7 vs. Nolan Catholic)

4. (4) Hill Country Christian Knights (TAPPS FL) 4-3 (W 65-13 vs. St. Mary’s Hall)

5. (5) Brentwood Christian (TAPPS FL) 5-2 (W 61-21 vs. St. Dominic Savio)

On the Radar: St. Andrew’s (3-3)

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5 Things We Learned From Week 7 of UIL Football Around the Metroplex

Allen quarterback Ty Snell has guided the Eagles to an unbeaten record in his first season starting.

Cody Thorn

There are only a few more weeks of the regular season for Texas high school football around the metroplex.

Let’s dive into five storylines that followed after games played in Week 7.

Still unbeaten

There were a few games bigger last weekend than North Crowley and Waxahachie. The Fort Worth school went to Waxahachie and picked up a dominating 42-17 win.

That means there will be a new No. 1 team in Class 6A in the Dave Campbell’s Texas Football/Associated Press poll. Heading into that game, three of the top four teams in the state were from the DFW area. Defending Class 6A Division I champion Galena Park North Shore was the only non-Dallas area team in that grouping.

Waxahachie will fall, but they have wins over two teams in the top-10 last week: No. 9 Coppell and No. 10 Denton Guyer.

Keller needed every point and almost every minute to rally for a win over Trophy Club Byron Nelson, 49-42. That win extends the Indians’ win streak to 6-0, the best record for the program since 1967.

Byron Nelson had a 42-28 lead before Blake Dyniewski’s TD run made it 47-42 and erased the 1-point deficit with less than 2 minutes left.

Speaking of unbeatens

Heading into Week 8, several teams secured wins last week, extending their winning streaks this season.

Of the UIL bunch, Anna and Celina are in the same district, so by virtue of that, there will be a team with a loss in that game — unlike the NFC East where ties happen. That matchup is on Oct. 30, assuming both keep winning.

There is also O.D. Wyatt and Fort Worth Arlington Heights are in the same district and also will play on Oct. 30. At the private school level, unbeaten Episcopal School of Dallas and Arlington Oakridge play this week, so at least one team from this list will have an L after Week 8.

Gone from the list is Prosper Walnut Grove, which lost 50-49 in overtime to Dallas Jesuit.

Here’s a glance at those without a loss so far:

UIL

Arlington Martin
Keller
Allen
Sachse
North Crowley
Fort Worth Arlington Heights
Fort Worth O.D. Wyatt
Frisco Lone Star
Anna
Celina
Mansfield Timberview
Mineral Wells
Dallas Life Oak Cliff
Collinsville

Private

Dallas First Baptist
Arlington Oakridge
Episcopal School of Dallas
Fort Worth Covenant Classical
Irving Faustina Academy

* Asterisk* unbeaten

Lewisville improved to 3-3 on the year after a dominating 42-7 win against No. 10-ranked Denton Guyer.

The Fighting Farmers got two punt return scores from Deuce Mathis, who also threw a touchdown pass. The team is still unbeaten on the field and 0-3 in a boardroom decision.

The Dallas Morning News wrote that quarterback Laykon Brassfield’s family is looking for a court hearing to overrule the DEC decision to rule him ineligible. To flash back a bit, the Fighting Farmers were 3-0 when his residency issues led to Lewisville having to forfeit a 3-0 start.

Coach Michael Odle has guided his team through this rocky time with poise as they have won 40-7, 38-8 and 42-7 and are part of a 3-way tie for first place in District 5-6A. Denton Braswell and Hebron are tied with them at 2-0 in district play.

Hebron will play in Lewisville this week at Max Goldsmith Stadium in a key game.

Backup shines bright

North Richland Hills Richland and Birdville played on Friday, both coming off the 1st loss of the season.

In a battle to stay in second place in the district, the Royals rolled to a dominating win, 56-35. Quarterback Brett Kates accounted for 7 total touchdowns — 4 passing and 3 rushing.

However, one of the biggest storylines was the absence of Jayshon Gibson.

The UCLA pledge was hurt late against Dallas Highland Park and didn’t return in the team’s final drive of the game, an eventual loss.

The Royals turned to sophomore Isaiah White. He ran the ball 24 times for 272 yards and 2 touchdowns.

He’s a name to watch and he’s one some colleges already know.

He holds offers from Kansas State, Minnesota, Texas Tech, SMU, UTSA and UTEP, according to 247sports.com

Trey for 8

Frisco Lone Star standout quarterback Trey Wright threw for 7 touchdowns, breaking a school record in Week 6.

In Week 7, he did the same thing.

In a 69-7 win over Frisco Heritage, the USC pledge threw for 357 yards and 7 touchdowns. Five different receivers had touchdowns. Wright also had a TD run, giving him a hand in 8 of the touchdowns for the Rangers, now 6-0 overall and 3-0 in District 5-5A Division 1.

This week the Rangers face a 1-5 Frisco Centennial team that is coming off a 70-0 loss to Melissa.

Could Wright break the record again?

Bonus Nugget

Van Alstyne picked up an 83-26 win over Lake Worth. That is a new school record for points in a game, breaking the previous record. That previous mark was an 81-0 win over Cooper in 1931. To give context, UIL crowned only one football champion in the whole state back then.

RESHUFFLED RANKINGS: The VYPE Lone Star College Top 25 gets a makeover after Week 7

Bridgeland has wins over Cypress Ranch, The Woodlands and Tompkins

By Doug Brown

VYPE’s No. 1 team in Class 6A, North Shore, survived a major scare on Friday night against Summer Creek, rallying from a 14-point second-half deficit to escape with a win. It ultimately came down to a blocked field goal to preserve the Mustangs’ undefeated record.

Through seven weeks of football, the picture is becoming clearer — and it’s time for VYPE to reshuffle the rankings.

With more data on the table, the questions get tougher. Who can beat whom? Which teams have faced the most challenging schedules? And which programs still have something to prove?

Let’s break it down.

CLASS 6A: THE CONTENDERS ARE EMERGING

Pearland has made a strong case for itself, dominating its schedule while securing a signature victory over Manvel, which was ranked in the Top 12 at the time. The Oilers are building momentum as the competition heats up.

Bridgeland has also earned its place in the conversation. The Bears edged The Woodlands with a late field goal and took down Cypress Ranch, which was ranked No. 2 at the time. Cypress Ranch now checks in at No. 6, with CE King sitting at No. 7. Don't forget, Ranch and King gave us an instant classic earlier this season, adding another layer to an increasingly competitive race.

Meanwhile, Klein continues to fly under the radar as one of the area's most consistent teams. The undefeated Bearkats have stacked wins over Klein Oak, Magnolia and Klein Cain, giving them a strong résumé as district play intensifies.

The Woodlands is another team trending upward. The Highlanders took care of ranked Willis and dominated College Park, which was ranked at the time. Those performances give The Woodlands a strong argument as VYPE continues to evaluate the contenders.

Tomball beat Klein Collins, which will have huge district repercussions. Tompkins moves into the rankings after a huge win over Jordan.

Two teams that remain difficult to evaluate are Deer Park and Memorial. Deer Park's signature win came against a solid La Porte squad, while Memorial has yet to face a true test. Both have put themselves in the conversation, but tougher competition should tell us more about where they belong.

CLASS 5A: LA PORTE MAKES A STATEMENT

La Porte is beginning to gain serious traction after an explosive second-half performance to take down Port Arthur Memorial. The Bulldogs are making noise at the right time and could be a team to watch as the season progresses.

Fort Bend Marshall and Lake Creek also return to the rankings following solid victories. With district races tightening, both programs have an opportunity to build momentum and strengthen their postseason cases.

PRIVATE SCHOOLS: NO CHANGES AT THE TOP

The private school rankings remain unchanged this week. With the top programs continuing to hold their ground, the next round of matchups could be pivotal in determining whether anyone can break through.

TUNE IN: ON MY WHISTLE

Want to know who VYPE is picking this week?

Watch “ON MY WHISTLE” every week on the VYPE YouTube channel for game predictions, key matchups and the latest conversation surrounding Houston-area high school football.

The season is heating up, the rankings are shifting, and every Friday night brings another opportunity to make a statement. The question now is simple: Who is built to make a championship run?

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THE VYPE Top 25 Class 6A

North Shore Mustangs
Katy Tigers
Ridge Point Panthers
Pearland Oilers
Bridgeland Bears
Cypress Ranch Mustangs
CE King Panthers
Shadow Creek Sharks
Klein Bearkats
The Woodlands Highlanders
Deer Park Deer
Tomball Cougars
Memorial Mustangs
Barbers Hill Eagles
Manvel Mavericks
Summer Creek Bulldogs
Waller Bulldogs
Klein Collins Tigers
Langham Creek Lobos
Fulshear Chargers
Cypress Falls Eagles
Fort Bend Travis Tigers
Cypress Woods Wildcats
Aldine Davis Falcons
Tompkins Falcons

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CLASS 5A TOP 10

Randle Lions
Angleton Wildcats
Montgomery Bears
Crawford Chargers
Friendswood Mustangs
La Porte Bulldogs
Waltrip Rams
FB Marshall Buffs
Lake Creek Lions
West Fork Gators

PRIVATE SCHOOL TOP 5

The Kinkaid School Falcons
St. Thomas Eagles
Episcopal Knights
TWCA Warriors
Lutheran South Pioneers

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North Crowley knocks off Class 6A No. 1-ranked Waxahachie

North Crowley's Kiante Ingram runs for the ball against Waxahachie on Oct. 9 at Stuart B. Lumpkins Stadium.

Cody Thorn

The biggest game in the state of Texas in Week 7 of UIL football happened at Stuart B. Lumpkins Stadium Friday night.

The matchup pitted two Class 6A-ranked teams — No. 1 Waxahachie vs. No. 3 North Crowley.

Both were 5-0 and tied for first place in District 11-6A.

As much as it lined up to be a battle to the end, it was not.

North Crowley rolled to a 42-17 win thanks to a solid running game, a quarterback that could not miss and a defense that kept South Carolina pledge Jerry Meyer III in check.

The Panthers (6-0, 3-0) had a pair of 21-0 scoring bursts that defined the game.

In the first half, G’yrell Smith ran for two touchdowns and Kiante Ingram had another rushing touchdown.

The Panthers led 21-7 at halftime.

“We had a great week of practice knowing what they were going to line up in,” North Crowley quarterback Jacob Torres said. “We just had to execute and we fought hard. We ran, we passed, and we just set them up for the next play.”

The Indians (5-1, 2-1) had a chance to trim into the lead late in the third quarter. Waxahachie got a stop and forced North Crowley to punt after three straight touchdowns on the three previous possessions.

Waxahachie engineered an 18-play, 89-yard drive that ended in a 23-yard field goal from Kohen Manis with 2:37 left. The Indians moved to the 6-yard line on a pass from Meyer to Jordan Smith, but an incomplete pass on third down set up the field goal.

Six plays later, the Panthers answered.

A pass interference call on an incomplete pass on 3rd-and-1 kept the drive alive. Ingram’s 35-yard score with 42 seconds left in the third quarter extended the lead to 28-10.

North Crowley scored on the next two drives to seal the win.

Torres, who was 11-for-11 passing for 100 yards, threw an 84-yard touchdown to Damarion Mays on the next drive for North Crowley.

Smith’s 60-yard run in the fourth made it 42-10.

Smith ran for 116 yards, while Ingram had 157.

Meyer III threw a touchdown pass to Matthew Scott with 1:54 left for the final points of the contest. Meyer threw for a season-low 112 yards.

The Panthers’ secondary, loaded with Division I talent, made it tough. He was 12 for 28 and his 42.9% completion percentage was his third-lowest in the last two years. In last year's loss to DeSoto, he completed only 38.5% of his passes. As a sophomore, he has a 42.4% completion rate in a close win over Dallas Skyline.

“I feel we were disrespected. We already knew who the No. 1 team in the state was,” said North Crowley cornerback Jerry Outhouse. “We had to come prove it.”

This season, the Panthers have beaten these former state champions or finalists in recent weeks: Aledo, Southlake Carroll, Humble Summer Creek and Duncanville.

How good does that make North Crowley?

“Best team in the nation, I'm telling you,” said Outhouse, a UCLA pledge.

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VYPE HIGHLIGHTS | Tomas Gators vs Lamar Consolidated Mustangs Volleyball

Last week, the Tomas Gators volleyball team took on the Lamar Consolidated Mustangs in a tough district matchup.

Check out the highlights from the game below!

PIECE BY PIECE: Edison’s Progression Has Taught Her How She and Her Teammates Fit at Alief Taylor

Alief Taylor's Mykah Edison

Dana Strange (VYPE)

Every team has its pieces. At Alief Taylor, Mykah Edison has learned that being a valuable one isn’t necessarily about having one defined role. Sometimes, it’s about knowing what you bring — and helping everyone else find their place, too.

That sense of belonging is something Edison has cultivated throughout her years in the sport.

“At first, volleyball was just a way to get closer and more involved with my friends,” she said. “But once I started playing and really began to indulge, I couldn’t stop. That just grew into a deep love for the sport, and since then, I’ve stuck with it.”

Her early connection to the unit quickly translated to the court, where she emerged as an outside hitter capable of contributing wherever she was needed.

“I think being able to play in multiple spots has been very helpful to my team,” Edison said. “I joined varsity as a freshman, so that’s where my willingness to rotate based on where the coach needs me started. I’m glad I can do that because it’s such a useful skill to have when you’re constantly in a rotation.”

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The transition wasn’t exactly seamless.

“It was very intimidating at first,” she said with a laugh. “But I proved myself. Nothing came easily, but as soon as they put me on the court, I showed them that I’m here for a reason.”

Now a senior, Edison has grown into more than a versatile asset in the Lady Lions’ rotation. She’s developed a fuller understanding of what it means to help those around her, recognizing that leadership isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about knowing that everyone grows at a different pace.

For an Alief Taylor squad that reached the postseason for a second straight year last fall and now faces a tougher district landscape following UIL realignment, that mindset could prove essential.

“Patience is something I’ve gained, specifically with my teammates,” she said. “Even though I may have joined early, I’ve learned that not everybody is going to get it immediately. So being there to support them as they progress — I think that’s where traits like being empathetic and more observant surface. I feel like that helps me be a better leader and captain.”

Her perspective also shapes the way Edison views her teammates.

The featured standouts of the 2026–27 Alief Taylor Lions volleyball team.Dana Strange (VYPE)

“We’re just a big puzzle,” Edison said. “We all have different interests, but we still come together like puzzle pieces. You could say we’re each a perfect fit for one another in this group.”

Those personalities are part of what makes Edison memorable. During the team’s photoshoot, she broke from the usual poses to incorporate some anime-inspired fireball moves — a glimpse of the personality behind the player.

“Yes, I did come up with those unique anime poses,” Edison said with a laugh. “I figured it would be a fun way to stand out in the photos. But as far as favorites go, my go-to is Hunter x Hunter, and I really love JJK (Jujutsu Kaisen).”

What began as a freshman proving she belonged has grown into something bigger. Edison now understands her role isn’t just to be a piece of the puzzle, but to help make the whole picture come together.

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VYPE Central Texas Game of the Week Preview: McNeil vs. Stony Point

There are plenty of marquee football matchups this week in the Austin area. Plenty of folks will be curious to see how Cedar Ridge holds up against Lake Travis or just exactly how many points Cedar Park and Hutto are going to score between them in their battle for 24-6A lead.

But the vast majority of games each week slip under the radar, largely unnoticed by anyone except the teams themselves and their fans. That doesn’t make those games any less important. And this week’s VYPE Central Texas Game of the Week between McNeil and Stony Point at Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex is a perfect example.

There are similarities between these two longtime Round Rock ISD rivals. Both are operating under new head coaches. And both are trying to build new cultures around those coaches and return to playoff form.

McNeil’s journey has been the most harrowing of the two. The Mavericks (0-2, 0-6) returned to the playoffs in 2024 and were one freakish play away from repeating that accomplishment last season under former head coach Scott Hermes. The program then went through the process of replacing Hermes twice, ultimately landing Jerry Gardner from Wylie East late in the summer.

Between the late change and seriously rebuilding after losing a ton of talent to graduation, the Mavericks have gotten off to a slow start. Senior quarterback Orion Covault has worked through the air (52-100, 646 Yds., 5 TD, 3 INT – stats through 5 games) while tacking on 261 rushing yards with a touchdown. Senior Zylen Hall (48-255, 9.5 YPC, 4 TD) has provided a spark on the ground with young receivers Quincy Sampson (13-194, 14.9 YPC, 2 TD) and sophomore Jeremy Powell (12-143, 11.9 YPC, TD) emerging as his favorite targets.

It’s a similar, if more conventional story at Stony Point (1-1, 2-4). Former Hutto offensive coordinator Dustin Pleasant travelled west along Hwy. 79 to land in Tigerland, taking over from legendary head coach Craig Cheshire. Unlike McNeil’s recent playoff appearance, the Tigers haven’t been to the postseason in a minute or two. And while the path to postseason is difficult in a district with Lake Travis, Westlake, and Round Rock, the path potentially exists with a win over Cedar Ridge (or a huge upset of either “Lake” team.)

Senior quarterbacks Brady Davis (49-89, 670 yds., 5 TD, 2 INT) and sophomore Kadin Smith (29-55, 324, 2 TD, INT) have both seen time behind center while junior Aiden Lloyd (98-475, 4.8 YPC, 8 TDs) anchors the running attack. Senior Olamide Aroworade (28-456, 16.3 YPC, 3 TD) has been the Tigers’ leading receiver.

It’s easy to hype the drama between two powerhouse teams. These two – McNeil and Stony Point – each have their own goals and agendas. At the most basic level, McNeil is simply looking for their first win of the season and of the Coach Gardner era; a chance to reap the rewards after months of hard work.

The Tigers’ slender playoff path relies on winning all their game against the rest of the district while punching one of the favorites in the nose down the road.

But mostly, it’s just one of the 10 nights these kids get to experience the thrill and joy of playing Texas High School Football. The fact that it’s our VYPE Austin CenTex Game of the Week is just icing on the cake.

What: McNeil vs. Stony Point
When: 6:45 Pregame, 7:00 Kickoff
Where: Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex
Who: Michael Rose, Trey Grubb
Watch: https://www.vype.com/7pm-football-mcneil-vs-stony-point-2678007546 and also streaming on the KVUE+ App

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VYPE Austin Central Texas Game of the Week Recap: Cedar Park sinks Rouse

The scuttlebutt heading into last week’s District 24-6A showdown between Cedar Park and Rouse was this: Cedar Park’s high powered offense should score a lot of points; the jury was still out as to how well the Timberwolves’ defense would hold up against a Rouse offense that was more than capable of scoring points of their own.

Question asked; question answered as Cedar Park gradually pulled away in the second half for a convincing 37-23 win over Rouse in the VYPE Austin CenTex Game of the Week.

Senior Lucas Viloria (22-147, 6.7 YPC, 2 TD) set the tone on Cedar Park’s opening drive, capping off a 6-play, 75-yard drive with a 35-yard touchdown run. Senior David Cooper’s toss to senior Wesley Hebert put the T-wolves up 8-0. They scored again after the Black Rain defense recovered a fumble. This time it was a 24-yard pass from Cooper (10-17, 123 Yds., 2 TD, INT) to senior Brayden Jahns followed by another conversion pass to senior Jonah Johnson to make it 16-0 Cedar Park.

The defenses dug in for a while before the Raiders finally got untracked. After a previous 18-play drive stalled on the Cedar Park 5-yard line, Rouse’s senior quarterback Chase Whitten (26-37, 245 Yds., 2 TD) connected with senior Aubryn Davis from 11 yards out to pull Rouse within 16-7 at the half.

The teams traded scores in the 3rd quarter. Cooper’s second touchdown pass, this one a 27-yarder to Hebert, helped Cedar Park open up a 23-7 lead. But the Raiders’ Davis (15-65, TD rushing; 10-47, TD receiving) scampered in from 7-yards out to cap off a 9-play, 67-yard drive as Rouse pulled within one possession at 23-15.

And then the Timberwolves took command.

A 75-yard drive ended with Viloria punching it in from 1-yard out to nudge the lead back to 30-15. The Black Rain forced a punt to break serve before senior Kycen Pham’s 18-yard run midway through the 4th quarter put the game away.

Whitten, however, connected with senior Coen May (8-159 Yds., TD) on a 45-yard touchdown to make the score look more respectable.

Rouse (1-1, 3-3) looks to rebound at Bible Stadium against Leander Friday night (10/9). Cedar Park (2-0, 6-0), meanwhile, puts its undefeated record on the line against powerful Hutto (2-0, 5-1) in a game that may see 100 points scored. VYPE Live will broadcast that game.

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The Top 10 Games to Watch in Week 7 of DFW High School Football

North Richland Hill Richland running back Jayshon Gibson and the Royals will play Birdiville in a key District 6-5A Division I clash this week.

Cody Thorn

Thursday, Oct. 8

Trophy Club Byron Nelson at Keller at Keller ISD Athletic Complex

Keller is one of the DFW area's surprise teams, with a 5-0 mark and 2-0 in District 4-6A play. The Indians were 5-6 last year and were only 5-5 in 2023. A win here for Carl Stralow’s bunch will secure a winning record. QB Matt McCroskey has thrown for 1,125 yards and 14 touchdowns in his first year starting. The Indians mix in a solid rushing game as well, with 1,379 yards this season. Blake Dyniewski has 11 touchdowns and has gained 873 yards on the ground.

Byron Nelson enters with a 3-2 record and a 1- 1 record in district play. The Bobcats were one of the teams that got a win that was a loss from the Lewisville eligibility issue, so technically saw a 3-game winning streak end last week vs. Keller Central. The Bobcats have won 6 in a row vs. Keller. The last win for Keller vs. Byron Nelson was in 2019. Sophomore Tre Green has 513 yards rushing and has scored 7 of the team’s 12 rushing scores.

Dallas Jesuit at Prosper Walnut Grove at Children’s Health Stadium

There are three teams undefeated in District 6-6A play and because of this game, there will be at most two after the clock hits zero.

Prosper Walnut Grove and Dallas Jesuit are 2-0 in district play, part of a three-way tie with Allen.

Walnut Grove enters with a 5-0 mark, while Jesuit is 3-2.

The undefeated Wildcats have not missed a beat at QB1 with Ashton Gosselin. He has moved into the role to replace now-Argyle quarterback Hayes Hackney and has thrown for 1,259 yards and 11 touchdowns in five games. Linebacker Jack Folkerts, who leads the team with 42 tackles, has picked up a lot of D-I offers lately. That list includes UCLA, Florida State, Texas Tech, Houston, North Texas, Michigan State and Toledo since Sept. 23.

Jesuit has won three in a row.

Friday, Oct. 9

Denton Guyer at Lewisville at Lewisville ISD Stadium

This is a battle of first-place teams in the District 4-6A teams, part of a four-way tie with Denton Braswell and Carrollton Hebron at 1-0 in district play. Lewisville has won 2 in a row and technically has not lost a game on the field this year with the 2-3 mark. The Fighting Farmers have scored 40 and 38 points, respectively, in their last two games and the defense has yielded 15 points in those two games. Devin Robinson and Javar Currington both average more than 10 tackles per game.

The Guyer Wildcats are 4-1 and have won two in a row since losing to No. 1-ranked Waxahachie on Sept. 10. Quarterback Carter Morgan has thrown for 1,355 yards this year, but the Wildcats have had more success in terms of touchdowns by running the ball.

DeSoto at Lancaster at Beverly D. Humphrey Tiger Stadium

The District 8-5A Division I standings have these two at the top of the standings with 2 wins in district play and the winner will be in a good spot to secure that No. 1 seed in the postseason. Lancaster enters with a 4-1 mark, while DeSoto is 3-2.

The Tigers had won four in a row since losing to defending Class 6A Division I champion Galena Park North Shore in Week 1.

DeSoto RB/QB SaRod Baker enters this game with 4,369 yards rushing and 64 touchdowns in his standout career. He had a season-high 4 touchdowns in the last game for the Eagles.

Birdville at North Richland Hills Richland at Birdville ISD Fine Art/Athletic Complex

A week ago, Birdville and Richland were undefeated and were part of a three-way tie for first in District 6-5A Division I. Now, they are both 5-1 and 1-1 in district, part of a four-way tie for second after both getting upset. No. 9-ranked Richland lost in a shootout with Dallas Highland Park, 45-42. RB Jayshon Gibson ran for 271 yards and had 5 total touchdowns in the loss for the Royals. Meanwhile, Birdville lost to Garland Naaman Forest.

The Hawks have a balanced offense with 1,200 yards passing and 1,037 yards rushing.

Mansfield at Duncanville at Panther Stadium

Since 2010, the two have played 10 times and it’s been evenly matched, with Duncanville holding a 6-4 lead. However, the Panthers have won the last four meetings. Both teams enter with 2-3 marks and each is 1-1 in District 11-6A. The key for Duncanville will be to limit Mansfield quarterback Brandon Ellis, who has thrown for 941 yards and 13 touchdowns and is also the team’s leading rusher with 480 yards and 8 touchdowns.

Duncanville has not lost three games since 2016 and hasn’t lost more than four games since 2015.

Flower Mound Marcus at Flower Mound at Neal E. Wilson Jaguar Stadium

An inner-city showdown will mean one team will get its first District 5-6A win. Flower Mound is 4-1, while Flower Mound Marcus is 2-3.

QB Baron Sampson has eclipsed the 1,000-yard mark in passing this year for the Jaguars. The Maurauders are 13-9 against the Jaguars, but Flower Mound has won the last four meetings. Marcus quarterback Cash Davis has thrown for 1,027 yards — while the rushing attack has picked up 559 yards.

North Crowley at Waxahachie at Lumpkins Stadium

This is the game of the week, something both teams have been a part of this year. The No. 1-ranked team will host the No. 3 team in probably the marquee battle in Class 6A and perhaps the entire state this week. Both teams are 5-0 overall and 2-0 in District 11-6A play and the winner will get a leg up on the hunt for a district title, but it is far from over. Duncanville still looms for Waxahachie late in the regular season. This game will feature plenty of Division I talent on both sides of the ball. The matchup we are looking forward to is this: Jerry Meyer III’s passing attack vs. the North Crowley secondary.

Meyer has thrown for 1,421 yards, 16 touchdowns and completed 70% of his passes for the Indians. The Panthers defense features a pair of Division I commitments in Jerry Outhouse (UCLA) and Elijajuan Houston (Arizona State) and sophomore Braylen Cunningham will be another one, since he has 21 offers.

Longview at Rockwall at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium (7:30 pm.)

Longview, an East Texas powerhouse, will bring its potent running game to the metroplex. The Lobos have run for 1,220 yards and 20 touchdowns this year and the top four rushers, in terms of total yards, average 7 yards to 11.9 yards per carry. Jacaiden Davis’ 440 yards and 8 TDs pace that offense attack. Longview is 4-1 and the only loss came to Ruston, La., in Week 3. Rockwall is also 4-1 and, like Longview, is 2-0 in District 10-6A play.

The Yellowjackets have won 4 straight since losing to Prosper in the opener. Rockwall has run for 1,512 yards and has 1,222 yards passing this year.

Houston Kinkaid at St. Mark’s School of Texas at Norma & Lamar Hunt Family Stadium

Southwest Preparatory Conference Class 4A champion Houston Kinkaid comes to Dallas for a clash with St. Mark’s. Kinkaid is 3-3 overall, with a loss to Valor Christian from Colorado and in-state foes Houston St. Thomas Catholic and Dallas Parish Episcopal. Dating back to 2004, they have played 20 times, missing games in 2014 and 2020.

St. Mark’s is in the midst of a 15-game losing streak in the series, but won 5 straight from 2004 to 2008.

FIELD POSITION: 2026 VYPE San Antonio Football Rankings — Week 7 | Tivy Puts 4A on Notice

Considering most teams handled business as usual while the rest were on a bye, it stands to reason that there’s little to no change in the SATX Top 10.

Easily the most noteworthy result of the past week, Tivy bested fellow 4A heavyweight Davenport in an offensive shootout for the ages, taking down the Wolves, 70-66. The victory pushes the Antlers to 5-0 and puts them firmly in control of District 13-4A D1.

Johnson thwarted a scrappy Brandeis unit, 38-25, improving its perfect start to 4-0 as the Jaguars prepare to host Roosevelt on Thursday night.

Smithson Valley (5-0), Brennan (5-1), Champion (6-0), and Alamo Heights (5-1) were among the teams to flex with one-sided victories, while Steele (3-1-1), Boerne (5-0), and Harlan (4-1) will return from the bye with a chance to make their mark.

With that in mind, here’s a look at where everyone stands and the matchups on tap this week.

*** 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 10/4/2026) | The final section shows its next matchup.

VYPE San Antonio Combined (6A–4A) Top 10 Football Rankings

WEEK 7 (10/5–10/11)

1. Smithson Valley Rangers (5A) — 5-0 | 4-0 in District 13-5A D1 | 77-3 win vs. Lehman | Next: vs. Anderson (10/9)

2. SA Johnson Jaguars (6A) — 4-0 | 2-0 in District 28-6A | 38-25 win vs. Brandeis | Next: vs. Roosevelt (10/8)

3. Steele Knights (6A) — 3-1-1 | 2-0 in District 27-6A | Bye Week | Next: vs. San Marcos (10/8)

4. Brennan Bears (6A) — 5-1 | 4-0 in District 29-6A | 70-7 win vs. Holmes | Next: Bye Week

5. Boerne Greyhounds (5A) — 5-0 | 1-0 in District 13-5A D2 | Bye Week | Next: vs. Long Creek (10/8)

6. Champion Chargers (5A) — 6-0 | 4-0 in District 13-5A D1 | 56-0 win vs. Lockhart | Next: Bye Week

7. Alamo Heights Mules (5A) — 5-1 | 1-1 in District 13-5A D2 | 52-14 win vs. Long Creek | Next: vs. Liberty Hill (10/9)

8. Harlan Hawks (6A) — 4-1 | 3-0 in District 29-6A | Bye Week | Next: vs. Taft (10/8)

9. Tivy Antlers (4A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 13-4A D1 | 70-66 win vs. Davenport | Next: vs. Taylor (10/9)

10. Davenport Wolves (4A) — 3-2 | 1-1 in District 13-4A D1 | 66-70 loss vs. Tivy | Next: vs. LBJ (10/9)

Others to Watch: Pieper Warriors (27-6A), East Central Hornets (27-6A), SA Veterans Memorial Patriots (13-5A D2), Reagan Rattlers (28-6A), Judson Rockets (27-6A), Brandeis Broncos (28-6A), SA Madison Mavericks (28-6A)

FIELD POSITION: 2026 VYPE DFW Football Rankings — Week 7 | SOC Turns It Up as Rivalry Week Begins

South Oak Cliff’s Isaiah Udom (SMU commit) and Jyrion Hampton (Texas State commit)

Alex Hinson (VYPE)

The second half of the season kicks off with most of the prominent Dallas-area powers returning refreshed from the bye week. As a result, movement in the hierarchy is minimal, with the exception of a few notable ascensions.

Following a brief drop, South Oak Cliff (3-2) can’t be overlooked anymore. Not that anyone was underestimating the defending UIL 5A Division II state champions, but the Mecca has officially found its stride in October. The Golden Bears’ latest blowout only adds to the momentum surrounding a team that appears increasingly comfortable in the district race.

On a similar note, Lovejoy (6-0) is finally beginning to get the recognition it deserves, with the Leopards making their debut in the rankings as they approach a decisive matchup with Argyle (5-1) this Friday. The 5A ranks continue to offer plenty of intrigue, with several unbeaten teams now entering the stretch run with little room for error.

Keeping with the trend of pivotal clashes on the horizon, Waxahachie (5-0) will host North Crowley (5-0), DeSoto (3-2) travels to Lancaster (4-1), and Lewisville (2-3*) faces a major test against Guyer (4-1).

The prime-time tests are here — and the Top 20 could be due for some chaos.

The featured standouts of the 2026-27 Lovejoy Leopards football team.Jeff Rayome (VYPE)

VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Combined (6A–4A) Top 20 Football Rankings

WEEK 7 (10/5–10/11)

1. Allen Eagles (6A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 6-6A | Bye Week | Next: vs. McKinney (10/9)

2. North Crowley Panthers (6A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 11-6A | Bye Week | Next: @ Waxahachie (10/9)

3. Waxahachie Indians (6A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 11-6A | Bye Week | Next: vs. North Crowley (10/9)

4. DeSoto Eagles (5A) — 3-2 | 2-0 in District 8-5A D1 | Bye Week | Next: @ Lancaster (10/9)

5. Duncanville Panthers (6A) — 2-3 | 1-1 in District 11-6A | Bye Week | Next: vs. Mansfield (10/9)

6. Coppell Cowboys (6A) — 4-1 | 2-0 in District 7-6A | Bye Week | Next: @ Plano (10/9)

7. South Oak Cliff Golden Bears (5A) — 3-2 | 3-0 in District 5-5A D2 | 68-0 win vs. Molina | Next: @ Seagoville (10/8)

8. Guyer Wildcats (6A) — 4-1 | 2-0 in District 5-6A | 51-7 win vs. Braswell | Next: @ Lewisville (10/9)

9. Prosper Eagles (6A) — 4-1 | 1-1 in District 6-6A | Bye Week | Next: vs. Rock Hill (10/9)

10. Southlake Carroll Dragons (6A) — 3-2 | 2-0 in District 4-6A | Bye Week | Next: vs. Northwest (10/9)

11. Lone Star Rangers (5A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 5-5A D1 | 62-0 win vs. Liberty | Next: vs. Frisco Heritage (10/9)

12. Argyle Eagles (5A) — 5-1 | 2-0 in District 3-5A D2 | 56-21 win vs. Eagle Mountain | Next: vs. Lovejoy (10/9)

13. Anna Coyotes (5A) — 6-0 | 4-0 in District 4-5A D2 | 16-14 win vs. Frisco | Next: @ Frisco Memorial (10/9)

14. Lewisville Farmers (6A) — 2-3* | 2-0 in District 5-6A | 38-8 win vs. Wakeland | Next: vs. Guyer (10/9)

15. Celina Bobcats (5A) — 5-0 | 3-0 in District 4-5A D2 | 17-14 win vs. Emerson | Next: @ Independence (10/8)

16. Lovejoy Leopards (5A) — 6-0 | 2-0 in District 3-5A D2 | 70-7 win vs. Nevada Community | Next: @ Argyle (10/9)

17. Martin Warriors (6A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 3-6A | Bye Week | Next: @ Arlington Sam Houston (10/9)

18. Walnut Grove Wildcats (6A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 6-6A | Bye Week | Next: vs. Dallas Jesuit (10/8)

19. Timberview Wolves (5A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 7-5A D2 | Bye Week | Next: vs. Seguin (10/8)

20. McKinney North Bulldogs (5A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 5-5A D1 | 56-7 win vs. Centennial | Next: vs. Reedy (10/9)

Others to Watch: Rockwall Yellowjackets (10-6A), Lancaster Tigers (8-5A D1), Keller Indians (4-6A), Aledo Bearcats (3-6A), Ryan Raiders (3-5A D1), Melissa Cardinals (5-5A D1), Brock Eagles (4-4A D2), Highland Park Scots (6-5A D1), Heath Hawks (10-6A), Richland Royals (6-5A D1), Keller Central Chargers (4-6A), Trinity Trojans (8-6A), Flower Mound Jaguars (5-6A), Plano East Panthers (7-6A), West Mesquite Wranglers (7-5A D1), Reedy Lions (5-5A D1), Dallas Jesuit Rangers (6-6A)

*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.

LONE STAR COLLEGE PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Kinkaid's Shanks Jr. goes off against rival

Kinkaid's Wayne Shanks Jr. is the VYPE Lone Star College Player of the Week

Wayne Shanks Jr. has been the headliner for the Kinkaid Falcons since arriving on campus as a sophomore.

Now, he’s already left his mark on the program.

Shanks has helped lead the Falcons to back-to-back SPC Championships, establishing himself as one of the premier playmakers in the private school ranks. With Kinkaid now sitting at No. 1 in the VYPE private school polls, Shanks continues to add to an already impressive resume.

Could the Arizona-commit lead the Falcons to a third straight SPC title?

We’ll find out.

For now, Shanks is our VYPE Lone Star College Player of the Week after putting together a monster performance against district rival Episcopal.

The dynamic playmaker racked up 281 total yards and six touchdowns, powering Kinkaid to a dominant 48-17 victory.

And if this is any indication, Shanks and the Falcons aren’t done making noise yet.

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BUILT DIFFERENT: New Waverly three-sport star Ryson Nunez overcoming remarkable odds

Ryson Nunez of New Waverly has an amazing story of inspiration

Up Interstate 45, tucked between Willis and Huntsville, sits a small Texas railroad town.

Once known as Waverly Station, this is New Waverly — a place caught between the echoes of its past and the promise of its future.

The railroad still cuts through town. Hometown diners still line the main street. And the Louisiana-Pacific mill keeps turning out the plywood that drives the town economy.

Above it all stands St. Joseph’s Catholic Church — a beacon of faith, family and tradition in a town on the verge of tremendous growth.

But in New Waverly, one story stands above the rest.

Meet Ryson Nunez.

He’s the big man on campus. The quarterback under Friday night lights. The point guard when the gym is jumping. And the centerfielder patrolling the diamond.

Three sports. Three starting roles. All-District honors in every one.

And he does it all with one arm.

You have to see it to believe it.

But to understand Ryson, you have to go back to the very beginning.

During pregnancy, his umbilical cord became wrapped around his arm. His parents were stunned when doctors delivered the news. They were told that much of his arm would have to be removed.

It was a moment that would shape Ryson's life before he ever took his first breath.

Fifteen years later, that little boy has become the talk of the town. Confident. Fearless. Full of swagger but underneath it all is something even more powerful.

Grit. The kind that can’t be taught. The kind that shows up when the lights come on, when the game is on the line, and when the odds say you can’t.

In a town built on hard work, faith and community, Ryson Nunez is writing a story all his own.

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Whataburger Team of the Week: Commanding Win Shows Why Pearland Remains a Threat

The hot streak continues for Pearland.

The Oilers handed a formidable Manvel squad its first loss of the season, putting up 41 points against a defense that had previously allowed just seven points all year. The statement win pushed coach BJ Gotte and company to 6-0 overall, including an unblemished 4-0 start to the district schedule.

As the defending district champions, the ultimate decider could come at the end of October when Pearland meets Shadow Creek. But with Manvel now checked off the list, the Oilers have another obstacle behind them as they turn their attention to Alvin this Friday night.

Offensively, Pearland has found plenty of ways to keep defenses on their heels. Junior running back Royce Swan, a second-team all-district selection in 2025, is thriving as the RB1 and approaching 1,000 rushing yards with 13 touchdowns on the year. Senior Ryan Miller has provided an excellent complementary piece with eight scores of his own.

Senior quarterback Kaleb Smith has also proven adept at spreading the wealth to a receiving corps featuring Lance Goree Jr., KJ Johnson, and Michael Shawver.

The defense has been just as imposing, conceding roughly 10 points per contest. Houston commit Kamryn Harris has been a menace off the edge with five sacks and 34 total tackles, while junior middle linebacker Terrence Spriggs has already racked up 60 tackles. Safety Terrell Johnson adds another layer of physicality against the run while creating turnovers, with two forced fumbles and an interception.

Six games in, Pearland has already made a statement. The Oilers now have their sights set on what comes next.

Pearland Sr. OLB Kamryn Harris (Houston commit)Farrah Sheeren (VYPE)

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SHIFTING GEARS: FB Austin Football Eyes a Resurgence with Chapman Behind Center

Fort Bend Austin's Luke Chapman

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Change is rarely comfortable, especially when it means stepping into a role that asks you to see the game differently. Luke Chapman is embracing that challenge this season, transitioning from one of Austin’s top wideouts to the Bulldogs’ signal-caller.

The senior is taking on that responsibility as Austin enters its first season under head coach Christopher Wilson, who arrives after serving as Cypress Springs’ offensive coordinator last year. Wilson inherits a Bulldogs squad coming off a 2-8 campaign, with a fresh direction taking shape in Sugar Land.

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Chapman already witnessed that change materialize well before the first kickoff.

“It started in the summer, with all the boys showing up to SAC (Strength, Agility, and Conditioning) camp, getting in the weight room and hitting the speed training hard,” Chapman said. “The coaching staff has been great, and they’ve changed the way we push ourselves. We’re going to be a whole new team this year, and I think we’ll surprise a lot of people.”

Eventually, all that preparation has to surface when it matters most.

“The work shows up in the fourth quarter,” he said. “At the end of the game, you start to feel that exhaustion, but you’re still in a situation where you have to break a tackle or make someone miss. That’s when the training pays off — when you can make that extra push in the big moments.”

The featured standouts of the 2026–27 Austin Bulldogs football team.Farrah Sheeren (VYPE)

Chapman’s move behind center hasn’t required him to abandon the athletic traits that made him effective elsewhere. If anything, the shift has given him more ways to draw on them, blending the instincts of a multi-sport athlete with the understanding he developed from seeing the game through a receiver’s eyes.

“Playing other sports has really helped my mobility,” Chapman said. “Athleticism translates pretty well. I’m also on the baseball team and used to play basketball, so that experience helps me shift and make all those movements feel more routine. Plus, I was a receiver before, which gives me a different sense of how the offense works.”

The same competitive edge Chapman brings to the field carries into the quieter parts of his life, though not always in the ways you might expect.

“I don’t think people would be surprised if they got to know me, but I do like to fish and golf a lot, especially on the weekends,” Chapman said with a smile. “I really love bass fishing and playing 18. I could probably compete in golf, too, if I had the time. It helps me with the mental side of things, getting past those mental blocks and frustrations and just having fun.”

That balance may ultimately be as important as anything Chapman does with the ball. Months of preparation have brought Chapman to a responsibility that demands more of him, both physically and strategically. Now, with Austin looking to turn the page, he gets his opportunity to help write what comes next.

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VYPE HIGHLIGHT | Fulshear Chargers vs Foster Falcons Football

On Thursday, the Fulshear Chargers football team took on the Foster Falcons in a tough district matchup.

Check out the highlights from the game below!

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THE POWER RANKINGS: Westlake moves to top, Hutto brackets Lake Travis in Austin rankings

How to treat the Bye Week.

That’s always tricky this time of year. If one team has a Bye while a team a spot or two behind them wins big, does Team 2 leapfrog Team 1? As is usually the case at this point in the season, that dilemma cropped up several times this past week. And as is usually the case, it’s hard to ignore impressive performances by the chasing team.

For starters, Westlake gets rewarded with a new #1 ranking for their impressive win over a good Round Rock squad. The Chaps slip past Lake Travis – with the caveat that they still must face the Cavs, and undefeated Cedar Ridge also remains on their schedule.

Hutto cracked 60 points for the second straight week to move all the way up to #3 with Round slipping one spot to #4 and Weiss dropping to #5 after their Bye.

Hutto’s surge means Dripping Springs settles at #6, just ahead of Vandegrift, Cedar Park and Anderson who all won to stay put in the Rankings. Cedar Ridge’s new Top 10 ranking – again overtaking an idle team in Bowie – will immediately be put to the test against Lake Travis on Friday (10/9).

Though Bowie slipped back to #11, it won’t take much for them to move back inside the Top 10. The Bulldogs also gained some separation on the teams behind them. Liberty Hill moved up to #12 even as they struggled to put away stubborn upstart Legacy Ranch while #13 Hays lost at home to unranked Austin High and #14 Rouse dropped a grudge match and a spot against #8 Cedar Park. Wimberley remained at #15 despite their Bye, if only because the teams behind them all struggled.

#16 Taylor and #17 Georgetown both lost with Lago Vista having the week off. Hendrickson edged out Lockhart after the latter’s decisive loss against Champion to close out the rankings.

Regents and St. Michael’s both won to remain atop the private school rankings. Since they won’t face each other in the playoffs, here’s hoping they stage a flag football game after the season for charity and bragging rights.

So, for this week, at least, teams with the Bye generally slipped a spot or two. The good news for them is they’ll have a chance to return the favor to the teams around them when it’s those teams’ turn for the week off.

VYPE Austin Top 20 Combined Class 4A-6A
*Last parenthesis indicates most recent game result

1. (2) Westlake Chaparrals (6A) 4-1 W 38-17 vs. #3 Round Rock)

2. (1) Lake Travis Cavaliers (6A) 2-1-1 (BYE)

3. (6) Hutto Hippos (6A) 5-1 (W 68-10 vs. Vista Ridge)

4. (3) Round Rock Dragons (6A) 4-2 (L 38-17 @ #2 Westlake)

5. (4) Weiss Wolves (5A-1) 4-1 (BYE)

6. (5) Dripping Springs Tigers (6A) 4-1 (W 49-21 vs. Buda Johnson)

7. (7) Vandegrift Vipers (6A) 3-2 (W 28-14 vs. East View)

8. (8) Cedar Park Timberwolves (6A) 6-0 (W 37-23 @ #13 Rouse)

9. (9) Anderson Trojans (5A-1) 4-1 (W 71-19 vs. Seguin)

10. (11) Cedar Ridge Raiders (6A) 6-0 (W 77-29 vs. McNeil)

11. (10) Bowie Bulldogs (6A) 4-1 (BYE)

12. (14) Liberty Hill Panthers (5A-2) 4-2 (W 25-23 vs. Legacy Ranch)

13. (12) Hays Hawks (6A) 4-2 (L 35-28 vs. Austin High)

14. (13) Rouse Raiders (6A) 3-3 (L 37-23 vs. #8 Cedar Park)

15. (15) Wimberley Texans (4A-2) 4-0 (BYE)

16. (16) Taylor Ducks (4A-1) 4-1 (L 70-35 vs. Canyon Lake)

17. (17) Georgetown Eagles (5A-2) 3-3 (L 28-18 vs. College Station)

18. (19) Lago Vista Vikings (4A-2) 4-1 (BYE)

19. (20) Hendrickson Hawks (5A-1) 3-2 (W 28-14 vs. Pflugerville Connally)

20. (18) Lockhart Lions (5A-1) 3-2 (L 56-0 @ Boerne-Champion)

On the Radar: Legacy Ranch (3-3), Elgin (2-3), Pflugerville (2-3)

VYPE Austin Top 5 Private Schools
*Last parenthesis indicates most recent game result

1. (1) Regents Knights (TAPPS D2) 5-1 (W 49-7 vs. #3 Hyde Park)

2. (2) St. Michael’s Warriors (TAPPS D1) 6-1 (W 45-42 vs. Concordia Lutheran)

3. (3) Hyde Park Panthers (TAPPS D2) 3-3 (L 49-7 @ #1 Regents)

4. (4) Hill Country Christian Knights (TAPPS FL) 3-3 (BYE)

5. (5) Brentwood Christian (TAPPS FL) 4-2 (W 64-21 @ Incarnate Word)

On the Radar: St. Andrew’s (3-2)

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THE TAKEAWAYS: 5 Storylines from Week 6

Argyle defensive back Walker Bruce has two interceptions and a fumble recovery this season. The Eagles have won six games in a row heading into Week 7.

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Don’t look now, but the regular season for Texas high school football is almost over. The final push for district titles and playoff berths will soon reach a fever pitch. Let’s take a look around the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Eagles flying high

Argyle has won six in a row and might be the best 1-loss team in the metroplex.

Quarterback Hayes Hackney and wide receiver Julian Caldwell connected for five touchdowns in a 56-21 win over Saginaw Eagle Mountain last week.

Hackney finished with 301 yards passing and 6 touchdowns.

One part of the success for Argyle that gets lost in the offensive firepower is the defense.

While the Knights scored 21 points, 14 of those points came in the fourth when it was 49-7 and the outcome was already decided and not all of the 1s were on the field.

Go back a little further; the defense gave up only 13 against Grapevine.

Then add in the second half against Highland Park — that was only 13 points. So add up those 9 quarters — taking out the fourth from Friday — that’s 33 points given up.

Tyler Cunningham had an interception return for a score as well for the Argyle defense last week. RJ Bandy also had a defensive touchdown last week.

Argyle closes with games against Lucas Lovejoy, The Colony, Colleyville Heritage and Nevada Community.

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Close Calls

The two frontrunners to win the district title in District 4-5A Division II came close to losing Friday.

But close only counts in horseshoes.

Zephyr Kreye scored a touchdown at the buzzer to give Anna a 16-14 win over the Frisco Raccoons to move to 4-0 in district play and 6-0 overall.

However, running back Juelz Carter left the game with an injury, according to the Dallas Morning News. The San Diego State pledge has been a key piece for the Coyotes since coming over from Cedar Hill.

Celina secured a 17-14 win over Frisco Emerson on Friday, thanks to a defensive stand that led to a turnover on downs at the 2-yard line.

If each of them keeps on winning, Anna vs. Celina on Oct. 30 will be a big-time game with district title implications.

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District 6-5A DI Chaos

Week 6 started with Birdville and North Richland Hills Richland being undefeated and sitting at the top of the district standings along wth Dallas Highland Park.

After this week, everyone not named Highland Park has a district loss.

Five touchdowns from Jayshon Gibson, a UCLA pledge, were not enough for No. 9-ranked Richland to beat Highland Park. Read about how that game unfolded here.

In the other big game, Garland Naaman Forest scored twice in the final minute to tie and then beat Birdville, 28-20.

Braylon Deal, a TCU pledge, threw a touchdown pass to Micah Young with 53 seconds left to forge a 20-20 tie for the Rangers. Then, the Naaman Forest defense got an interception and Deal hit Madden Le for the game-winner with 8 seconds left.

Highland Park is now in the driver’s seat with wins over Naaman Forest and Richland. A game with Birdville is the only foe with a winning record left for the Scots, who are on a roll lately.

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Southwest Preparatory Conference

Some of the better teams in Dallas-Fort Worth, in terms of W-L at this point in the year, play something other than UIL or TAPPS — that’s the Southwest Preparatory Conference.

The SPC 3A conference has Episcopal School of Dallas with a 6-0 mark, while defending SPC champion Arlington The Oakridge School is 5-0.

The ESD Eagles will play Austin St. Andrew’s (2-2, 1-2) this week before the looming showdown with Oakridge on Oct. 16 in Arlington. Quarterback Miles Link has passed for 1,294 yards and 14 touchdowns this year.

The Owls from Oakridge scored a season-high 68 points on Friday in a win against Austin St. Stephens Episcopal. Hunter Squires threw 4 touchdowns and Arlington Juan Seguin transfer Isaac Bly ran for 3 touchdowns and 125 yards.

In 4A, St. Mark’s School of Texas has the best overall record at 5-1. The Lions picked up a big win last week, beating The Woodlands John Cooper, 24-17. The defense has allowed 2 touchdowns or fewer in five of the six games; the exception was a loss to Episcopal School of Dallas.

A big test looms this week facing Houston Kinkaid School, the 4A champion last year.

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Are the Warriors back?

Liberty Argyle Christian School had been one of the best teams at the TAPPS level, but also not afraid to play UIL schools.

The Warriors now sit at 4-2 following a 65-43 win over Plano Prestonwood Christian last week in a key Division 1 District 1 game. The win was the third in a row for Liberty Christian, with setbacks in Week 1 to Midland Christian and to Celina in Week 3.

In the win against Prestonwood, the stars came up big for the Warriors.

Junior quarterback Crews Messer threw 4 touchdowns and ran for another in the win. Kansas State pledge Correll Buckhalter Jr. ran for 232 yards and 3 touchdowns. Cooper Witten had 5 catches for 119 yards and 2 scores. The senior is headed to Oklahoma next year to play for the Sooners and the school where his dad is now an assistant coach after guiding this program.

The next game is a big one for Liberty Christian.

The district title will be on the line this week with a game vs. Dallas Parish Episcopal. The Warriors have a slim 6-4 lead in the series dating back to 2007.

When the two met in 2024, Liberty Christian won 45-24 to win the Division I state title.

THE TOTAL PACKAGE: Elsik’s Reed Goes 100 Percent, 100 Percent of the Time

Alief Elsik's Koi Reed

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Football. Basketball. Orchestra. Academics.

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.”

Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)

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.

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