Locker Talk ATX/SATX: Patterson Interview + UIL XC State Champs & Football Pick 'Em

Nov 13, 2019

VYPE editor Thomas Bingham and Hill Country Indoor sports director Evan Beyer continue their 2019-2020 sports coverage with the 13th Locker Talk Austin/San Antonio episode. The show has VYPE's "From The Bench" interview with San Antonio Christian School football player and Michigan commit Nick Patterson.

The hosts also take a look at the football scene as it transitions from the regular season to the UIL postseason, including the record-breaking shootout between Round Rock Cedar Ridge and Round Rock Westwood. They also mention the area champs from the UIL state cross country meet and participate in their weekly pick 'em.

VYPE Lockertalk ATX/SATX Episode 13 www.youtube.com

For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen) and VYPE (@VYPEATX/@VYPESATX) on Twitter.

Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.

vype media locker talk atx satx from the bench austin san antonio central south texas youtube video show san antonio christian school sacs football player nick patterson 2020 michigan commit uil txhsfb season 2019 week 11 recap bi-district round playoff playoffs preview pick em pick 'em liberty hill comal canyon lake la vernia pleasanton mccallum travis round rock cedar ridge westwood rj martinez state record shootout 13-6a district game cedar park vista ridge schertz clemens converse judson 26-6a upset championship champion title la grange la marque georgetown lbj tomball memorial northside brennan north east roosevelt cibolo steele eanes westlake boerne state champ 5a cross country xc meet old settlers park girls great hearts monte vista boys high school sports

INSTANT REACTION: Stowers, Guyer Dominate Tascosa

Courtesy Denton Record-Chronicle

FRISCO - After a turnover on downs to start the game, Denton Guyer scored on seven of its next eight possessions, led by quarterback Eli Stowers' 4 touchdown passes, en route to a 48-7 win in the 6A DII Region I finals.

Denton Guyer completely shut down the Tascosa rushing attack, which came in averaging more than 400 yards with its flexbone formation. Outside of a few busted plays or missed tackles, Tascosa wasn't able to mount much offensively. Tascosa' lone score came on a "trick" play, which was just a play-action pass in which the Guyer defense was completely fooled.

On offense, Stowers was able to utilize play action and RPOs with high success. The total numbers may not show it, but the Guyer receivers were well behind the Tascosa secondary on all four touchdown passes.

Guyer effectively ran half as many plays and put up twice as many yards as Tascosa, which shows the efficiency in which the offense operated in the win.

It was a complete win for Guyer, which will now look to a state semifinal matchup between either Dallas Jesuit or Spring Westfield. Times and dates are still to be determined.

texas high school football uil playoffs high school football denton guyer amarillo tascosa eli stowers dfw high school sports dallas fort worth high school sports texas high school football playoffs

INSTANT REACTION: Aledo Outlasts Ennis in Overtime

FRISCO - A gusty and stellar performance by running back Jase McClellan was almost spoiled at the Ford Center at the Star by Collin Drake and the Ennis Lions, as Aledo survived with a closer-than-expected 43-36 overtime win to win the 5A Division II Region II championship.

McClellan was iffy coming into the game but suited up and started off well for Aledo (13-1), scoring three first half rushing touchdowns. Turnovers, though, plagued Aledo in this one, as it coughed up the ball three times, resulting in 14 Ennis (12-2) points, which kept the game much closer than it should have been.

Twice in the third quarter, McClellan fumbled with one being inside the five yard line, leading to one of the Ennis touchdowns. Ennis' comeback charge was led by Drake, who threw for 287 yards and four touchdowns.

Aledo seemed to play things conservatively down the stretch as Ennis made its comeback. But when his team needed it, Aledo quarterback Jake Bishop put the game on his shoulders with a 17-yard touchdown run in the first overtime. Bishop scrambled right at first but could not find anyone, so he reversed field and saw nothing but daylight on the way to his second rushing score of the night.

For Ennis though, as well as Drake performed throughout the game, it needed him to get his fifth touchdown of the night to extend the game. On Ennis' lone overtime possession and facing fourth down, Drake had an open receiver on a slant, but Jo Jo Earle batted away the late pass and seal the game.

Aledo will play Lubbock-Cooper in the State Semifinals with the game most likely being played in Abilene next weekend.

texas high school football playoffs aledo ennis jase mcclellan jake bishop collin drake dfw high school sports dallas fort worth high school sports texas high school football playoffs

Lake Travis Not Skipping A Beat With Yarnell Under Center

Photo by VYPE Media's Bradley Collier.

By VYPE Media's Olivia Jones.

After Lake Travis senior quarterback and University of Texas at Austin commit Hudson Card suffered a foot injury that cost him most of the 2019 Texas high school football season, junior quarterback Nate Yarnell was ready to step in. With Card's injury coming in October, Yarnell had just a few weeks to prepare for the playoffs. When asked about "the transition", Yarnell credits the veteran quarterback by saying "Hudson made [it] easy."

The playoffs bring a lot of pressure, but Yarnell is ready and confident in his team.

"The past three weeks have been so fun to be able to get out and compete with a fantastic group of people," Yarnell said.

Yarnell further explained that being surrounded by a strong support system on the field has made the experience easier.

Lake Travis now heads into the UIL 6A Division I Region IV championship against Converse Judson on Saturday December 7th. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. and the game will be played in San Antonio at the Alamodome. Both teams are 12-1 on the season, and Yarnell and his Cavalier teammates are ready for this weekend's playoff game. They are focused on continuing to improve and get better through the end of the season.

Yarnell has received FBS offers from both the University of Houston and Tulsa. In regards to his recruiting, Yarnell said he is focusing on this season and is excited to face the great teams that are ahead. This weekend's regional championship will be a great matchup and an opportunity for Yarnell to showcase his talent. No matter the outcome of this season, Lake Travis will have an experienced quarterback for the 2020 football season.

Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.

FAVORITES

CONNECT WITH US

Connect With Us

Locker Talk ATX/SATX: Patterson Interview + UIL XC State Champs & Football Pick 'Em

INSTANT REACTION: Stowers, Guyer Dominate Tascosa

INSTANT REACTION: Aledo Outlasts Ennis in Overtime

Lake Travis Not Skipping A Beat With Yarnell Under Center

2019 VYPE Austin Girls XC Runner of the Year Poll

VYPE DFW Private School Volleyball Player of the Year Poll

Beck's Prime Poll: VYPE Houston Preseason Boys Basketball Player of the Year

2019 VYPE San Antonio Girls XC Runner of the Year Poll

Metroplex stars ready to shine bright in state quarters

Lake Travis Not Skipping A Beat With Yarnell Under Center

ATX/SA Football Teams Chase 5 UIL 6A/5A Regional Titles

ATX/SA Football Rematches Set For UIL 4A & 3A Region Finals

Locker Talk ATX/SATX: Wilson Long Interview + UIL Regional Finals, TAPPS State & Pick 'Em

ATX/SA Schools Face New UIL Challenges After 2020-2022 Enrollments Announced

Gatesville High football coach headed to join Art Briles at Mount Vernon

Michael Rose hired as Midland High boys' and girls' Tennis coach

Zachary High track star Sean Burrell overcomes injuries to win Louisiana Gatorade boys track award

Longtime assistant Mike Fullen 'unanimous' choice' as Abilene High football coach

Rudy Contreras introduced as newest Del Valle head football coach