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The CE King Panthers knocked Atascocita 70-55
THE RANKINGS: Randle, Klein Collins, CE King steal show in Week 5
HOUSTON – Week 5 of the high school football season brought some heavyweight clashes across the Houston area, shaking up the landscape as teams push deeper into district play.
It all began under the lights of the VYPE Thursday Night Showdown powered by the Daspit Law Firm, where Class 5A No. 1 Randle outlasted No. 3 Iowa Colony in a 49-42 thriller. The defending state champions proved their pedigree in an instant classic, trading blows before sealing a statement win that reaffirms their top billing.
In Klein ISD, the showdown between unbeatens did not disappoint. Klein Collins edged rival Klein Bearkats 36-30, vaulting the Tigers to No. 7 in the city rankings.
Meanwhile, No. 11 CE King put on an offensive showcase, stunning Atascocita 70-55. Running back Dionne Sims, a Tulsa commit, exploded for a monster night, proving nearly unstoppable out of the backfield.
Elsewhere in 6A, Dawson delivered drama, knocking off Shadow Creek in a double-overtime thriller to earn a spot in this week’s rankings. Nimitz also climbs into the Top 20 after an impressive start.
The 5A slate had its own fireworks. Montgomery toppled Dayton in a Top 10 matchup, while Santa Fe and Kingwood Park also earned spots in the latest poll after strong performances.
On the private school scene, Concordia Lutheran has surged into the Top 5. The Crusaders continue to roll, while perennial power Episcopal has slipped after another tough loss.
With Week 6 looming, the Houston football picture is starting to come into focus—but as last weekend showed, nothing is set in stone.
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THE VYPE RANKINGS
CLASS 6A
No. 1 Ridge Point Panthers
No. 2 Summer Creek Bulldogs
No. 3 Dickinson Gators
No. 4 Pearland Oilers
No. 5 North Shore Mustangs
No. 6 College Park Cavs
No. 7 Klein Collins Tigers
No. 8 Bridgeland Bears
No. 9 Willis Wildkats
No. 10 The Woodlands Highlanders
No. 11 CE King Panthers
No. 12 Magnolia Bulldogs
No. 13 Tomball Cougars
No. 14 Klein Bearkats
No. 15 Jordan Warriors
No. 16 Atascocita Eagles
No. 17 Kingwood Mustangs
No. 18 Katy Tigers
No. 19 Memorial Mustangs
No. 20 Dawson Eagles
No. 21 Cy-Fair Bobcats
No. 22 Clear Springs Chargers
No. 23 Cypress Springs Panthers
No. 24 Waller Bulldogs
No. 25 Nimitz Cougars
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CLASS 5A
No. 1 Randle Lions
No. 2 Angleton Wildcats
No. 3 Iowa Colony Pioneers
No. 4 La Porte Bulldogs
No. 5 Barbers Hill Eagles
No. 6 Montgomery Bears
No. 7 Texas City Stings
No. 8 Dayton Broncos
No. 9 Santa Fe Indians
No. 10 Kingwood Park Panthers
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PRIVATE SCHOOL RANKINGS
No. 1 TWCA Warriors
No. 2 John Cooper School
No. 3 Kinkaid Falcons
No. 4 St. Thomas Eagles
No. 5 Concordia Lutheran Crusaders
Ridge Point's Taylor Johnson
SILENT KILLER: Ridge Point's Johnson expected to thrive at center stage in 2025 // Powered by LOVB
For much of her high school and club career, Taylor Johnson has operated just outside of the spotlight -- not for lack of talent, but because she's always played alongside other stars.
Now, entering her senior season at Ridge Point, the Iowa State-commit is ready to claim her space as a leading force on a team built for a deep playoff run.
Johnson, a dynamic outside hitter, has long been a steady and quietly dominant presence for both Ridge Point and Houston Skyline 17 Royal — a club team loaded with Division I talent. She’s competed alongside high-profile players like SMU’s Kennedi Rogers and Nebraska commit Jayden Robinson, the latter of whom remains a teammate at Ridge Point and Skyline.

Earlier this July, that same Skyline squad earned the No. 1 national ranking after winning the 17U Open Division title — a testament to the group’s elite depth and chemistry.
Even in a gym full of standouts, Johnson has drawn consistent praise from coaches for her completeness as a player. Whether it’s her clean ball control, ability to terminate out of system, or disciplined net play, she’s become a go-to option in crucial moments.
Her commitment to Iowa State, made official last October, was no surprise to those who’ve seen her growth firsthand.
In 2024, while splitting touches with several top hitters, Johnson still managed 188 kills, 25 blocks, and 31 digs. With a larger offensive role expected this fall, those numbers are likely to rise significantly.

Ridge Point finished last season 36-12, continuing a dominant stretch with their eighth straight district title before falling to Cinco Ranch in the third round of the playoffs. With Johnson and Robinson leading the charge, the Panthers have every reason to believe a State Final Four appearance —or better — is within reach in 2025.
It may have taken time for Johnson’s name to break through the noise, but now that it has, don’t expect it to fade anytime soon.
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