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2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS WOODVILLE EAGLES 2019 Record: 4-6 Overall; 3-4 District 5th Place in District 12-3A-I The 2019 Woodville Eagles, which started seven freshmen, found themselves in an unusual position as they failed to make the Class 3A, Division II playoffs for the first time since 2014. While the Eagles will still be somewhat young in 2020 (five starters return on offense and eight on defense) but return enough experience to compete for a playoff spot out of District 12-3A-I. COACHING Head Coach: Ty Robinson Assistant Coaches: Brandon Craus (Assistant Head Coach/Wide Receivers), Seth Hubbard (Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks), Wood McClendon (Offensive Line), Stephen Ehler (Running Backs), Dustin Metting (Wide Receivers), Randy Williams (Defensive Tackles), Brad Evans (Defensive Ends), Derek Peveto (Inside Linebackers), Taylor James (Outside Linebackers), Brandon Helm (Safeties) OFFENSE Five starters return to the Eagle double wing offense in 2020. Darius Bean will step in to take over the quarterback position. Junior running back Kevon Paire will join him in the backfield. Sophomore wide out Kam Wyatt will lead a receiver corp which will also include wide outs Lloyd Evans and Jalen Kibble. Senior tight ends Kyler Coleman and Demetrius Brown return to action along with junior Linus Mannino. Senior lineman Jack Gore returns to lead an offensive line which will feature center Tyler Hatton and junior offensive tackle Brayden Lilley. DEFENSE Eleven starters return to the Woodville 3-4 defense in 2020. Sophomore nose tackle Braylon Rigsby, senior defensive tackle D'Quincy Wise (1st team all-district), junior defensive end Pop Prejean (1st team all-district) and sophomore Tre Harris all return. Junior inside linebacker Nick Traylor and senior inside linebacker Jacorey Hyder (both 2nd team all-district) will be joined by senior linebacker Marcus Wagner as well as linebacker Logan Brush and sophomore linebacker Tim Flebbe. Sophomore safeties Kaden Williams and Lane Ferguson, along with senior cornerbacks Ronald Washington and Ethan Porter, will patrol the Eagle secondary with sophomore Jatavion Taylor also contributing. SPECIAL TEAMS Special teams assignments will be finalized at fall practice. SCHEDULES Aug. 28 - Newton, 7:30 pm Sept. 4 - at Orangefield, 7:30 pm Sept. 11 - Corrigan-Camden, 7:30 pm Sept. 18 - Little Cypress-Mauriceville, 7:30 pm Sept. 25 - Buna, 7:30 pm* Oct. 2 - at Kirbyville, 7:30 pm* Oct. 9 - OPEN Oct. 16 - Tarkington, 7:30 pm* Oct. 23 - at Hardin, 7:30 pm* Oct. 30 - East Chambers, 7:30 pm* Nov. 6 - at Anahuac, 7:30 pm* STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Eagle Stadium Address: 700 Eagle Dr., Woodville, TX Capacity: 3,200 Turf: Artificial Helmet Image Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com Texas Football Stadium Database: [Hidden Content]

2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS NEDERLAND BULLDOGS 2019 Record: 4-7 Overall; 4-3 District 4th Place in District 12-5A-II In 2019, the Nederland Bulldog football program fought it's way to its way to their third playoff berth in a row. In 2020, District 12-5A-II will have a bit of a different look and will have some more new faces of their own as five starters return on offense and six come back on defense. COACHING Head Coach: Monte Barrow Assistant Coaches: Chris Theriot (Defensive Coordinator), Jody Walker (Defensive Line), Tony Tolbert (Linebackers), Jay Stone (Outside Linebackers), Mike Todd (Defensive Backs), Brett Brown (Defensive Backs), Michael Broussard (Running Backs), Bryan Spell (Wide Receivers), Jae Stoker (Offensive Line), Dan Welch (Offensive Line) OFFENSE Five starters return to the 2 Back 3 Wide offense. Returning to the Bulldog backfield will be senior running backs Josh Mazyck (1st team all-district) and Kade Scott. Also spending time in the backfield will be senior Beau Seymour. Senior wide receiver Rene Cunningham (who may also see time at quarterback) and receiver Kyndon Fuselier (12-5A-II Co-Newcomer of the Year) will lead the receiver corp. Junior lineman Mike Marshall will lead an offensive line which will also include seniors Jack McGuire, Matthew Gill and Kendall Roye, as well as Holden Craver. DEFENSE Six starters return to the Nederland 3-3-5 defense in 2020. Junior defensive tackle Ricky Johnson (1st team all-district) and senior Jose Fuentes return to guide the Bulldog offensive line. Junior outside linebacker Jaice Beck (1st team all-district) and senior Kerrington Broussard will line up at linebacker. Fuselier and senior safety Evan Whitehead will anchor a defensive backfield that will also include senior Lance Nicolasora and junior Steven Bourgious. SPECIAL TEAMS Senior Payne Barrow will handle the place kicking duties. Fusilier will be the primary kick returner. SCHEDULE Aug. 28 - at West Orange-Stark, 7:30 pm Sept. 4 - Houston Austin, 7:30 pm Sept. 11 - at Silsbee, 7:30 pm Sept. 18 - OPEN Sept. 25 - Port Neches-Groves, 7:30 pm* Oct. 2 - at Santa Fe, 7:30 pm* Oct. 9 - Texas City, 7:30 pm* Oct. 16 - Dayton, 7:30 pm* Oct. 23 - at Barbers Hill, 7:30 pm* Oct. 30 - Kingwood Park, 7:30 pm* Nov. 6 - at Crosby, 7:30 pm* STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Bulldog Stadium Address: 205 21st St., Nederland, TX Capacity: 11,000 Turf: Artificial Helmet Image Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com Texas Football Stadium Database: [Hidden Content]

It is my understanding that Caney Creek will now be on their 3rd head coach in 3 years. That probably gives a LOT of insight as to why Coach Barrier is in Hardin. He will never speak ill of Conroe ISD as he doesn't appear to be that type of guy, but as my buddy Soulja often says "You do the math."

2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS ANAHUAC PANTHERS 2019 Record: 5-6 Overall; 5-2 District 3rd Place in District 12-3A-I The Anahuac Panthers had a successful year in new coach Greg Neece's first year as the Panthers reached the Class 3A, Division I playoffs for the 1st time since 2016. The Panthers look primed to head back to the playoffs in 2020 as eight starters return on each side of the ball. COACHES Head Coach: Greg Neece Assistant Coaches: Steve Fentress (Defensive Coordinator) OFFENSE Eight starters return to the Anahuac Multiple Wing T offense in 2020. Sophomore quarterback Landon Corbitt (2nd team all-district at running back) will move over to take over the quarterback position. Senior running back Landon Fanus (1st team all-district, 894 rushing yards, 7 TD rushing, 150 yd receiving, 4 TD) will shoulder the rushing load. Junior wide receiver Zion Clark (1st team all-district, 28 catches 586 yd, 5 TD) will be joined by senior wide out Terrell Cargo and senior tight end Wyatt Gates to form the Panther receiver corp. Junior offensive tackles Eli Burns (2nd team all-district) and Jonathan Cooper return to a line which will also feature senior guard Logan Lotz and senior center Carter Newell and senior Kevin Hernandez. DEFENSE Eight starters return to the Anahuac defense in 2020. Senior nose guard Logan DeHoyos will anchor a defensive line which will include Gates and junior tackle Caden Hampton. Two year starter Cade Dye will line up at linebacker along with Hernandez. Clark (1st team all-district at safety) will anchor a secondary that will also include Cargo. SPECIAL TEAMS Junior kicker Christian Sanchez will handle the place kicking duties. The other assignments will be determined during fall practice. SCHEDULE Aug. 28 - Orangefield, 7:30 pm Sept. 3 - Houston Furr, 7:30 pm Sept. 11 - at Houston KIPP Generations, 7:30 pm Sept. 18 - at Bridge City, 7:30 pm Sept. 25 - at Tarkington, 7:30 pm* Oct. 2 - Hardin, 7:30 pm* Oct. 9 - at East Chambers, 7:30 pm* Oct. 16 - OPEN Oct. 23 - Buna, 7:30 pm* Oct. 30 - at Kirbyville, 7:30 pm* Nov. 6 - Woodville, 7:30 pm* STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Kyle White Stadium Address: 201 S. Kansas, Anahuac TX Capacity: 3,000 Turf: Artificial Helmet Image Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com Texas Football Stadium Database: [Hidden Content]

Nope, they had started again last Wednesday. A second student's parent notified WO-S that he had tested positive on Friday. They were originally going to continue S&C workouts and just quarantine the athletes and coaches in the positive student's group. But today, they decided to shut everything down 'til July 13th.

2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS CLEVELAND INDIANS 2019 Record: 0-10 Overall; 0-7 District 8th Place in District 11-5A-II The past few years have been one of flux for the Cleveland Indians. Due to the population explosion Cleveland has jumped from a 4A school to the largest classification in Class 5A. Also, the coaching situation has been constantly changing as Jason Fiacco takes over as the third Indian head coach in three years. Fiacco inherits six starters on offense and five starters on defense to compete in District 8-5A-I. COACHING Head Coach: Jason Fiacco Assistant Coaches: Nolan Mills (Defensive Coordinator), Seth Grubb (Offensive Coordinator), Leslie Davis (Offensive Line), Dustin McClure (Fullbacks), Jake Warrens (Running Backs), Jaraud Ross (Wide Receivers), Jamaul Ross (Defensive Backs), Gabrial Goodman (Asst. Defensive Line) OFFENSE Six starters return to the Cleveland offense in 2020. Junior athlete Devonte Robertson is expected to take over as the Indian quarterback. Sophomore running back Tyric Cannon and senior fullback Andrew Alpha will join them in the backfield. Junior wide receivers Donald Robertson and Cary Wood will lead the Indian receiver corp. Senior linemen Michael Nix and Dorian Garcia will lead the offensive line. DEFENSE Six starters return to the Cleveland defense in 2020. Sophomore defensive tackle Ricky Cannon and senior defensive end Logan Hilton will lead the defensive line. Junior linebacker Joshual Jack and Kendrae Lewis will lead the Cleveland linebacker corp. Senior cornerback Stephan Hughey and sophomore Logan Faust will patrol the Indian secondary. SPECIAL TEAMS Special teams assignments will be finalized during fall practice. SCHEDULE Aug. 28 - at Fulshear, 7:00 pm Sept. 4 - Houston North Forest, 7:00 pm Sept. 11 - at Waller, 7:00 pm* Sept. 18 - Magnolia West, 7:00 pm* Sept. 25 - at Magnolia, 7:00 pm* Oct. 2 - Porter, 7:00 pm* Oct. 9 - at New Caney, 7:00 pm* Oct. 16 - College Station, 7:00 pm* Oct. 23 - at Lufkin, 7:00 pm* Oct. 30 - OPEN Nov. 6 - Conroe Caney Creek, 7:00 pm* STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Indian Stadium Address: Charles Barker Ave. at Truman St., Cleveland, TX Capacity: 5,500 Turf: Artificial Helmet Image Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com: [Hidden Content]

2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS COLMESNEIL BULLDOGS 2019 Record: 2-7 Overall; 1-4 District 5th Place in District 12-2A-II 2019 was a rough year for coach Cody Day and the Colmesneil Bulldogs as his young crew struggled to a 2-7 record and garnering only 1 district win. But last year's youth turns into a veteran squad as the Bulldogs return eight starters on each side of the ball in an effort since 2017. COACHING Head Coach: Cody Day Assistant Coaches: Coleman Butter, Caleb Hardy, Kevin Anderson, Justin Hilliard, Mike Tanton OFFENSE Eight starters return to the Colmenseil offense in 2020. Senior quarterback Jordan James will return to lead the Bulldog offense. He will have a bevy of returning receivers as sophomore receiver Reed Best, junior wide out Treston Horton and senior tight end Andrew Byrd all come back. A veteran offensive line returns as senior guards Evan Stewart (2nd team all-district) and McKenzie Davis, junior center Koyler Marshall (1st team all-district) and junior tackle Jay Johnson will all come back. Tyler Johnston, Garrett Darder, Carl Jenkins and Dallen Pate are also expected to contribute to the passing and rushing game. DEFENSE Eight starters return to the Colmesneil 3-4 defense in 2020. Stewart and Marshall come back to lead the defensive line. James and junior Scott Eddins will be among those lining up at linebacker. The secondary returns intact as Horton, senior Adam Smith, junior Jermi Shamblin and sophomore Reed Best will be patrolling the Bulldog secondary. SPECIAL TEAMS Special teams assignments will be finalized during fall practice. SCHEDULE Aug. 28 - at Houston KIPP Generations, 7:00 pm Sept. 3 - Sabine Pass, 7:00 pm Sept. 11 - Deweyville, 7:00 pm Sept. 18 - at High Island, 7:00 pm Sept. 25 - at Overton, 7:30 pm* Oct. 2 - Tenaha, 7:30 pm* Oct. 9 - at Lovelady, 7:30 pm* Oct. 16 - OPEN Oct. 23 - West Sabine, 7:30 pm* Oct. 30 - at Mount Enterprise, 7:30 pm* Nov. 6 - Cushing, 7:30 pm* STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Taylor Field Address: 405 Ogden Dr., Colmesneil, TX Capacity: 1,000 Turf: Grass Helmet Image Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com Texas Football Stadium Database: [Hidden Content]

Several schools have suspended workouts until July 13th and out an "abundance of caution." However, several are still ongoing.

Apparently, my buddy's pleas have fallen on deaf ears. That's cool.

2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS KOUNTZE LIONS 2019 Record: 1-8 Overall; 0-5 District 6th Place in District 12-3A-II 2019 was a rough year for the Kountze Lions as the youngsters from north Hardin County took their lumps to the tune of a 1-8 season. But in Kountze, they are youngsters no more as nine of last year's offensive starters and eight returning defenders take the field in a bid to capture a playoff spot for Kountze for the first time since 2014. COACHING Head Coach: Todd Paine Assistant Coaches: Chris McFarlane (Defensive Coordinator), Gary Brewton (Offensive Coordinator), Brady Byars (Offensive Line/Linebacker), Chris Dumas (Wide Receivers/Defensive Backs), Mark McCoy (Running Backs/Linebackers), Brandon Hillin (Defensive Backs/Wide Receivers) OFFENSE Nine starters return to the Lion spread offense in 2020. Returning to guide the offense will be junior quarterback Hunter Read. Joining him in the backfield will be junior running back Demond Hamilton. Junior wide out Zach Paine leads a receiver corp which will feature senior receivers Matt Walters and A.J. Richardson. They will be joined outside by junior Blayne Roebuck. A nearly intact offensive line also returns as senior Taylor Jones and juniors David Cowart, Johnny Cowart and Noah Thomas (2nd team all-district) all come back. Look for sophomore James Whiteside and junior Angel Raya to also get time on the line. DEFENSE Eight starters return to the Kountze 3-3-5 defense in 2020. Junior defensive ends Trenton Phillips and Dawson Williford will lead things on the defensive line. Junior Robert Perez will head a linebacker corp along with junior outside linebacker Hayden Holland, senior Eli Whisenany and junior Caleb James. Senior Matt Walters (2nd team all-district at linebacker in 2019) will anchor a Lion secondary which will also include Paine, Hamilton and junior Kobyn Freeman. SPECIAL TEAMS Junior Nathan Buffalo will do the place kicking for Kountze while Paine will do the kicking. Richardson will be the primary returner. SCHEDULE Aug. 28 - Hardin, 7:30 pm Sept. 4 - at West Hardin, 7:30 pm Sept. 11 - Beaumont Legacy Christian, 7:30 pm Sept. 18 - at Beaumont Kelly Catholic, 7:30 pm Sept. 25 - at Newton, 7:30 pm* Oct. 2 - Hemphill, 7:30 pm* Oct. 9 - at Corrigan-Camden, 7:30 pm* Oct. 16 - OPEN Oct. 23 - Anderson-Shiro, 7:30 pm* Oct. 30 - at New Waverly, 7:30 pm* Nov. 6 - Warren, 7:30 pm* STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Lion Stadium Address: 1488 FM 1293, Kountze, TX Capacity: 2,500 Turf: Grass Helmet Image Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com Texas Football Stadium Database: [Hidden Content]

Apparently this is not new news on the WO-S campus, neither the DCTF WO-S' entry nor Coach Thompson's answer to my questionnaire (which I received on May 11th) mentions Dylan.

2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS LUMBERTON RAIDERS 2019 Record: 7-4 Overall; 3-2 District Co-Runner Up in District 11-4A-I The Lumberton Raiders have capped off a couple of seasons with back to back appearances in the area round for the first time in school history. To extend that streak to three in a row, coach Chris Babin will count on six starters on both sides of the ball returning to fight for the playoffs in new look District 10-4A-I. COACHING Head Coach: Chris Babin Assistant Coaches: Brian Broussard (Offensive Line), Aaron Manous (Quarterbacks), Jason Hopson (Wide Receivers), Derrick Edwards (Tight Ends), Dylan Hunley (Wide Receivers), Bud Boyles (Offensive Line), Chase McDonald (Defensive Coordinator), Artie Trahan (Defensive Ends), James Croley (Defensive Tackles), Corbin Walters (Inside Linebackers), Josh Porter (Outside Linebackers), Andy Brown (Defensive Backs) OFFENSE Six starters return to a Lumberton offense that will get out of the Slot T offense in favor of the shotgun in 2020. Senior quarterback Drake Boykin (2nd team all-district) returns as the Raider triggerman. Senior running backs Carson Stinnett and Cade Danna return to lead the Lumberton rushing attack which will also feature junior Christian Sellers. Senior Clay Jenkins will not only help in the rushing game but he will lead the Raider receiver corp which will be fueled by senior tight end Cullen Flowers, senior wide out Hunter Fesco and junior receiver Trevor Hataway. Junior lineman Cade McKinstry returns to lead a line which will also feature senior linemen Prashant Kumar, Edgar Sapon and Cayden Bayless. DEFENSE Six starters return to the Lumberton 4-2-5 in 2020. Kumar and senior Bo Stucker return to the defensive line where he will be joined by Hataway and junior Hunter Neff. Senior Cade Danna (2nd team all-district) and junior outside linebacker Dakota Duran return to man to the linebacker position where juniors Colton Orr and Jacob Humble will also be expected to contribute. Jenkins and Fesco will anchor a Raider secondary that will also feature senior Gabe Williams and Noah Domingue. SPECIAL TEAMS Senior Aldo Salinas will do the place kicking for Lumberton. The punting duties will be determined at fall practice. Fesco and Sellers will be the primary kick returners. SCHEDULE Aug. 28 - Houston Waltrip, 7:00 pm Sept. 4 - Coldspring-Oakhurst, 7:00 pm Sept. 11 - at Baytown Lee, 7:00 pm Sept. 18 - East Chambers, 7:00 pm Sept. 25 - at Brazosport, 7:00 pm Oct. 2 - OPEN Oct. 9 - at Livingston, 7:00 pm* Oct. 16 - Huffman Hargrave, 7:00 pm* Oct. 23 - at Splendora, 7:00 pm* Oct. 30 - at Little Cypress-Mauriceville, 7:00 pm* Nov. 6 - Vidor, 7:00 pm* STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Raider Stadium Address: N. LHS Dr. and Forest Rd. Capacity: 10,000 Turf: Artificial Helmet Image Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com Texas Football Stadium Database: [Hidden Content]

2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS KINGWOOD PARK PANTHERS 2019 Record: 6-5 Overall; 5-2 District 3rd Place in District 9-5A-I The 2019 Kingwood Park Panthers extended their playoff streak to three years as they fought to a third place finish in District 9-5A-I. There will be some changes for coach Clayton Maple and the Panthers. First, they will be competing in Class 5A, Division II, but District 12 will be a stout parachute to jump into. COACHING Head Coach: Clayton Maple Assistant Coaches: Kyle Grimes (Assistant Head Coach/Special Teams Coordinator/Wide Receivers), Mark Miller (Defensive Coordinator/Secondary), Bruce Cox (Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks), Dominique Allen (Offensive Line), Chris Buechner (Running Backs), Jeff Knight (Defensive Line), James Showers (Insider Linebackers), Oscar Vargas (Outside Linebackers) OFFENSE Six starters return to the Panther offense in 2020. Returning to lead the KPark Spread in 2020 will be senior quarterback Hudson Dezell. Senior running back Brandon Acosta (2nd team all-district) will lead the rushing attack with senior Juan Garcia also getting some time in the running game. The receiver corp will be young as sophomore wide outs Hayden Bender and Patrick Overmyer will lead the way. They will get help from senior H-back Brady Cole and sophomore Joseph Johnson. Sophomore lineman Erick Zapata (2nd team all-district) and sophomore Erik Contreras will be counted on to lead the Panther offensive line. DEFENSE Four starters return to the Panther 50 defense in 2020. Junior lineman Xander Aguilar will be counted on to lead the defensive line. The linebacker corp will be the strength of the defense as seniors Wyatt Sheppard and Caleb Sowell and junior Grant Golden will be joined by junior Pablo Cantu. Junior Graycen Adrian will anchor the Panther secondary. SPECIAL TEAMS Special teams assignments will be finalized during fall practice. SCHEDULE Aug. 29 - South Houston, 6:00 pm Sept. 4 - New Caney, 7:00 pm Sept. 11 - at Conroe Grand Oaks, 7:00 pm Sept. 18 - OPEN Sept. 25 - at Barbers Hill, 7:00 pm* Oct. 2 - at Texas City, 7:30 pm* Oct. 8 - Crosby, 7:00 pm* Oct 16 - at Port Neches-Groves, 7:30 pm* Oct. 22 - Santa Fe, 7:00 pm* Oct. 30 - at Nederland, 7:30 pm* Nov. 6 - Dayton, 7:00 pm* STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Turner Stadium Address: 1700 Wilson Rd, Humble, TX Capacity: 10,200 Turf: Artificial Helmet Image Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com Texas Football Stadium Database: [Hidden Content]

2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS RUSK EAGLES 2019 Record: 3-8 Overall; 3-1 District 7-4A-II Co-Champions 2019 was a tale of two seasons as the Rusk Eagles. The pre-district slate saw the Eagles go winless. However, when district play came around, Rusk took 3 of their 4 district contests to tie for the district title. Although the chances of a repeat seemed long given the inexperience of the returning team (4 starters on each side of the ball) and moving to an extremely tough district, they received a boost with the hiring of Thomas Sitton, who earned a state championship with Tyler Chapel Hill in 2011 and comes off of 3 years as the defensive coordinator at Converse Judson! COACHING Head Coach: Thomas Sitton Assistant Coaches: Hunter Ramsey (Defensive Coordinator), Clint Harper (Offensive Coordinator) OFFENSE Four starters return to the Eagle spread offense in 2020. Senior quarterback Landon Gates will again by counted on to lead the Rusk offense. Senior running back Alex Jones (2nd team all-district) will join him in the backfield with senior back Camdon Hudnall and sophomore Tarrant Sunday also getting carries. Senior receivers Joseph McGowan (1st team all-district) and Isiah Ward (2nd team all-district) join junior wide out Chris Lawson to form the core of the Eagle receiver squad. Senior center Lane Gilchrist (1st team all-district) will lead the Rusk offensive line. DEFENSE Four starters return to the Rusk 3-4 defense in 2020. As with the offensive line, Gilchrist will lead the defensive line. Junior linebacker Caleb Ferrera (2nd team all-district) will lead the linebacker squad which will also get contributions from Jones (2nd team all-district), Gates, Hudnall and Sunday. McGowan, at safety, and Ward, at cornerback (both 2nd team picks) will patrol the Eagle secondary along with Lawson. SPECIAL TEAMS While the kicking duties are yet to be determined, Lawson (1st team all-district) will do the punting. SCHEDULE Aug. 28 - at Fairfield, 7:30 pm Sept. 4 - Crockett, 7:30 pm Sept. 11 - at Palestine, 7:30 pm Sept. 18 - at Bullard, 7:30 pm Sept. 25 - Brownsboro, 7:30 pm Oct. 2 - OPEN Oct. 9 - Jasper, 7:30 pm* Oct. 16 - Madisonville, 7:30 pm* Oct. 23 - at Carthage, 7:30 pm* Oct. 30 - Shepherd, 7:30 pm* Nov. 6 - at Center, 7:30 pm* STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Eagle Stadium Address: 800 Salem Rd., Rusk, TX Capacity: 3,400 Turf: Artificial Helmet Image Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com Texas Football Stadium Database: [Hidden Content]

2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS EAST CHAMBERS BUCCANEERS 2019 Record: 10-2 Overall; 7-0 District District 12-3A-I Champions One of most consistent programs in Southeast Texas, the East Chambers Buccaneers, did not disappoint as Russ Sutherland's charges flew through district to capture yet another district title. The Buccaneers seem primed to add some hardware to their trophy case as eight offensive starters and seven starting defenders return in 2020. COACHING Head Coach: Russ Sutherland Assistant Coaches: Kirk Palmer (Offensive Coordinator/Offensive Line), Chris Fontenot (Defensive Coordinator), Jackie Brown (Wide Receivers), Jason Broomas (Running Backs), Scott Penny (Offensive Line), Jared Mack (Wide Receivers), Justin Lezak (Running Backs), Grover Smith (Defensive Line), Tyler Chambless (Linebackers), Matt DeYoung (Defensive Backs), Toby Thrasher (Defensive Back), Ben West (Defensive Backs), Bryant Collier (Linebackers) OFFENSE Eight starters return to the East Chambers offense in 2020. Returning to guide the Buccaneer offense will be the 12-3A-I Co-Newcomer of the Year, sophomore quarterback Jacoby Perrault (41-76, 664 yd, 7 TD). The 12-3A-I Co-MVP, senior running back Earnest Ceasar (102 carries, 1141 yd, 17 TD) also returns. Senior running back Brayden Guillory will also get carries with senior fullback Mason Schepf and junior fullback Cooper McKay will also see time in East Chambers' backfield. Senior wide out Keyrin Green returns to lead a receiver squad which will include senior receiver Jonah Smith and junior receiver K.K. Morris. The offensive line returns completely intact as the 12-3A-I Co-Lineman of Year, right tackle Payton Martin, comes back along with senior right guard Tristan Stewart (2nd team all-district), senior center Colin Broussard, senior left guard Brandon Silcox (2nd team all-district) and junior left tackle Hector Martinez. Sophomore lineman Jordan Bradley will also see time along the line. DEFENSE Seven starters return to the East Chambers defense in 2020. Junior lineman Slade Parnell (2nd team all-district) returns along with Martin to lead an defensive line which will also feature Stewart, junior lineman Trevor Moreno and sophomore Derek Gaines. Schepf (2nd team all-district) and senior linebacker Devyn Trevino will lead a linebacker corp which will also feature McKay and junior Damien Moreno. Green (1st team all-district) and Guillory (2nd team all-district) return to their safety spots and will roam the Buccaneer secondary along with Ceasar, Morris and Perrault. SPECIAL TEAMS Sophomore Sebastian Melchor and freshman Leonardo Avila will vie for the place kicking duties for East Chambers while Melchor and sophomore Jesus Martinez will battle for the punting duties. Ceasar and Guillory will handle the return duties for the Buccaneers. SCHEDULE Aug. 28 - Mexia (Lufkin), 7:00 pm Sept. 4 - Hardin-Jefferson, 7:30 pm Sept. 11 - Hamshire-Fannett, 7:30 pm Sept. 18 - at Lumberton, 7:30 pm Sept. 25 - at Hardin, 7:30 pm* Oct. 2 - OPEN Oct. 9 - Anahuac, 7:30 pm* Oct. 16 - at Buna, 7:30 pm* Oct. 23 - Kirbyville, 7:30 pm* Oct. 30 - at Woodville, 7:30 pm* Nov. 6 - Tarkington, 7:30 pm* STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Buccaneer Stadium Address: Buccaneer Dr. and T Jones, Winnie, TX Capacity: 3,500 Turf: Artificial Helmet Image Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com Texas Football Stadium Database: [Hidden Content]

2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS GOOSE CREEK MEMORIAL PATRIOTS 2019 Record: 3-7 Overall; 2-5 District 6th Place in District 9-5A-I The 2019 season was a rough one for new coach Shannon Carter and the Goose Creek Memorial Patriots as they finished on the outside looking in to the Class 5A, Division I playoffs. Carter is counting on an experienced squad (eight starters return on each side of the ball) to build on last year and return the Patriots to the playoffs for the first time since 2013. COACHING Head Coach: Shannon Carter Assistant Coaches: Daniel Ragsdale (Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks), Robert Lewis (Assistant Head Coach/Wide Receivers), Kevin Kennerly (Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers), Cameron Young (Offensive Line), Dwayne Dever (Offensive Line), Tate Gresham (Running Backs), Corey Cook (Wide Receivers), Kyle Consemiu (Tight Ends), Derek Hufnagel (Safeties), Joel McMillan (Cornerbacks), Oluwasegun Adebayo (Defensive Line), McNeil Greenridge (Defensive Line), Jamie Hutchison (Outside Linebackers), Brandon Bohanon (Linebackers) OFFENSE Eight starters return to the Goose Creek Memorial offense in 2020. While the starting quarterback position is yet to be finalized, senior running back Brice Lane (1st team all-district) will provide some stability to the rushing game. The passing game will have a strong receiver corp as senior wide outs Jalen Davis, Jaylon Thompson, Peter Semien and Hosea Lane all return with sophomores Ben Gatson and Omaree Crawford also expected to contribute. Junior tackles Riley Banks (1st team all-district) and Ethan Dyson return to lead the offensive line. Look for senior Taaron Roberts to also contribute to the Patriot offense. DEFENSE Eight starters return to the GCM 3-4 defense in 2020. Senior defensive ends Richie Rodney (2nd team all-district) and Jaden Gilbert-Burton bring experience to the defensive line. The linebacker corp will be a strength as junior outside linebackers Jayson Gipson (2nd team all-district) and Josiah Rice return along with senior inside linebackers Bryce Johnston (2nd team all-district) and Hector Ochoa. Junior cornerback Auriel Hector (2nd team all-district) and senior safety Dezmond Johnson return to anchor the Patriot secondary which will also include Crawford. SPECIAL TEAMS Senior Luis Acosta will handle the place kicking while Johnston will do the punting. Kick return assignments will be finalized during fall practice. SCHEDULE Aug. 28 - at Klein Forest, 7:00 pm Sept. 4 - at South Houston, 7:00 pm Sept. 10 - Dayton, 7:00 pm Sept. 18 - OPEN Sept. 25 - Galveston Ball, 7:00 pm* Oct. 2 - at Port Arthur Memorial, 7:00 pm* Oct. 9 - Baytown Lee, 7:00 pm* Oct. 16 - at Baytown Sterling, 7:00 pm* Oct. 23 - Friendswood, 7:00 pm* Oct. 30 - at La Porte, 7:00 pm* Nov. 5 - Beaumont United, 7:00 pm* STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Stallworth Stadium Address: 2509 E. Archer Rd., Baytown, TX Capacity: 16,500 Turf: Artificial Helmet Image Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com Texas Football Stadium Database: [Hidden Content]

2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS NORTH SHORE MUSTANGS 2019 Record: 15-1 Overall, 7-0 Overall Class 6A, Division I State Champions It has been a special couple of years for the North Shore Mustangs as Jon Kay's Mustangs have brought the last two Class 6A, Division I State Championships to the Galena Park ISD. Will a 3 peat be in the cards for the back to back state champs? The quantity of starters indicate no as only four offensive starters and 3 starting defenders. But the quality of those returning starters scream yes! COACHING Head Coach: Jon Kay Assistant Coaches: Willie Gaston (Offensive Coordinator/Quarterback), Garrett Cross (Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers), Cory Laxen (Strength and Conditioning/Offensive Line), Shaun Wynn (Defensive Line), Steve Lewis (Defensive Line), J.T. Cleveland (Defensive Line), Nick Flores (Safeties), Theadis Reagins (Safeties), Justin Isadore (Linebackers), Patrick Robertson (Defensive Backs), Ruben Amaya (Offensive Linemen), Brandon Middleton (Wide Receivers), Chino Fontenette (Running Backs), Lamon Atkins (Wide Receivers), Robert Harmon (Offensive Line) OFFENSE Four starters return to the Mustang offense in 2020. Key among them is the 2019 21-6A Offensive Co-MVP, quarterback Dematrius Davis. The hole at the running back position will be filled by senior running backs Brannon Davis and Caleb Rawls, as well as junior back Xavier Owens. Production returns to the receiver corp as senior wide receivers Charles King and Shadrach Banks return with senior wide out Syncere Green and junior Jhalyn Bailey joining them. Senior Jaeden Roberts (1st team all-district) will be the lone returning lineman with seniors Ed'Zavier DeBlaw, Isaac Zuniga, Siul Alvarado, Derrick Belton, Henry Goforth and Jacob Peters looking to fill the void. DEFENSE Three starters return to the North Shore 4-3 defense in 2020. Senior defensive tackles Alonzo (1st team all-district) and Aaron (2nd team all-district) Brown return to lead a defensive line which will also see contributions from senior linemen Lucas Banks and Broc LeBlanc, as well as junior linemen Kris Ross, Jacoby Brass and Kenyarie Evans. The linebacker corp will look to gain experience as juniors Kent Battle, Kydric Chaisson, Josh Garrett and senior Darius Clark all look to fill the bill. Junior Denver Harris returns to lead a Mustang secondary which will include seniors Daniel Whitaker, Stanley Brooks and Antonio Harris as well as junior Caleb Flagg. SPECIAL TEAMS Special Teams assignments will be finalized at fall practice. SCHEDULE Aug. TBD - Alvin Shadow Creek Sept. 5 - Klein Collins, 7:00 pm Sept. 11 - Spring Westfield, 7:00 pm Sept. 17 - at Klein Oak, 7:00 pm Sept. 25 - Beaumont West Brook, 7:00 pm* Oct. 1 - at Humble, 7:00 pm* Oct. 9 - Kingwood, 7:00 pm* Oct. 16 - at Humble Summer Creek, 7:00 pm* Oct. 22 - Sheldon C.E. King, 7:00 pm* Oct. 30 - at Atascocita, 7:00 pm* Nov. 6 - OPEN STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Galena Park ISD Stadium Address: 15025 Wallisville Rd., Houston, TX Capacity: 10,300 Turf: Artificial Helmet Image Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com Texas Football Stadium Database: [Hidden Content]

2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS PORTER SPARTANS 2019 Record: 9-3 Overall, 6-1 District Runner up in District 9-5A-I Porter Spartans head coach Jim Holley continued to work his magic at Porter High School, taking the Spartans to the playoffs in every year of his four year tenure. To extend that streak to five, Holley will have to rely on a mix of youngsters and veterans (5 offensive starters and 4 starting defenders return) in a district that will be pretty difficult to navigate. COACHING Head Coach: Jim Holley Assistant Coaches: Dougald McDougald (Assistant Head Coach/Co-Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers), Billy Russell (Offensive Coordinators/Quarterbacks), Chris McDougald (Co-Defensive Coordinator/Safeties), David Evans-Pickens (Strength and Speed Coordinator/Running Backs), Mark Newton (Special Teams Coordinator/Cornerbacks), David Wilding (Offensive Line), Cody Green (Defensive Line), Matt McDougald (Wide Receivers), Matthew Baca (Defensive End/Slots), Wayne Ralph (Head Coach-Freshman), Blake Krukiel (Freshmen), Rueben Bloom (Freshmen), Stephen Jarboe (Freshman), Todd Foley (Freshmen), Paul Kunkel (Kickers) OFFENSE Five starters return to the Spartan spread offense in 2020. Taking over at quarterback will be senior Jace Russell. Senior running back Avry Porter-Campbell (1st team all-district) will be back to shoulder the Porter rushing load but expect sophomore Josh Evans-Pickens to get some carries as well. Senior wide outs Caleb Evans-Pickens (2nd team all-district at fullback in 2019) and Jaylynn Briley will head a Spartan receiver corp which will include senior Luke Cordell and junior receiver Julian Walker. Senior linemen Aurelio Alonzo (1st team all-district) and Journey Ray Santos (2nd team all-district) will lead an offensive line which will also include senior Nestro Palma. DEFENSE Four starters return to the Spartan 3-3 stack defense in 2020. Senior defensive end Quincy Montgomery and senior linemen Jose Lopez and Raylen Davis will man the front line. Senior outside linebacker Charles Bosley (1st team all-district) and Jaiden Knight will lead the Porter linebackers. Senior free safety Austin Perkins (1st team all-district) and Cordell, at cornerback, (1st team all-district) will direct a secondary which will also feature Caleb and Josh Evans-Pickens at safety, as well as senior safety J.B. Briley and senior cornerback Caleb Morris. SPECIAL TEAMS 1st team all-district kicker Jose Acosta will be counted on to do both the kicking and punting while Holley intends on using several returners. SCHEDULE Aug. 28 - at Montgomery, 7:00 pm Sept. 4 - Montgomery Lake Creek, 7:00 pm Sept. 11 - New Caney, 7:00 pm* Sept. 18 - at College Station, 7:00 pm* Sept. 25 - Lufkin, 7:00 pm* Oct. 2 - at Cleveland, 7:00 pm* Oct. 8 - Conroe Caney Creek, 7:00 pm* Oct. 16 - at Waller, 7:00 pm* Oct. 23 - Magnolia West, 7:00 pm* Oct. 30 - Magnolia, 7:00 pm* Nov. 6 - OPEN STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Randall Reed Stadium Address: 21360 Valley Ranch Pkwy, New Caney, TX Capacity: 8,200 Turf: Artificial Helmet Image Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com Texas Football Stadium Database: [Hidden Content]

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2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS HUNTINGTON RED DEVILS 2019 Record: 1-10 Overall, 1-3 District 4th Place in District 9-4A-II It has been a historic past two seasons for the Huntington Red Devils as they scratch and clawed to earn the first two playoff berths in school history. Coach Joshua Colvert is confident that the Red Devils will even exceed that as wealth of experienced starters (8 offensive starters and 9 starting defenders) return adds to the fact that the Devils are now competing in Class 3A which should find them even more competitive. COACHING Head Coach: Joshua Colvert Assistant Coaches: Mark Olbert (Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers), Josh Robertson (Offensive Coordinator), Steve Bratton (Offensive Line), Todd Ricks (Offensive Line), Ja'Michael Brown (Running Backs/Safeties), Elwin Lamon (Cornerbacks), Braden Foster (Defensive Line), Heath Flowers (Defensive Line), Richard Martinez, Will Tamplin, Cody Andrews, Matt Andrews, Nathaniel Navarro, Bryan Parker OFFENSE Eight starters return to the Huntington power spread in 2020. Junior quarterback Garrett Chancelor (9-4A-II Newcomer of the Year, 118-246, 1,526 yd, 11 TD in 2019) returns to lead the Red Devil attack. Senior running back Kenny Flood returns to join him. Senior receiver Nick Paxon will not only be a factor in the running game, but he will be a key element in passing game along with senior receiver Austin Harris and junior wide out Aiden Colbert, as well as junior tight end Luke Smith, who will also be key in blocking for the running game, senior Blaine Trekell, senior receiver Hunter Mayes and sophomore receiver Mason Dilday. Senior center Colton Kelley will be counted on to lead a talented offensive line which also feature senior offensive tackle Jordan Payne (2nd team all-district) and junior guard Aydan Henson. DEFENSE Nine starters return to the Red Devil 50 defense in 2020. Experience will be the name of the game up front as Payne, at nose guard, will be on a line that will also include Henson, Smith and senior defensive end Noah Ross. Outside linebacker Flood (2nd team all-district), Blaine and Paxon will line up at linebacker along with Dilday. Huntington will be particularly strong in the secondary as safeties Mayes (2nd team all-district) and senior safety Jacob Smith will roam the secondary along with cornerback Colbert (1st team all-district). SPECIAL TEAMS Colbert will handle both the place kicking and punting duties for Huntington while Mayes will be the primary kick returner. SCHEDULE Aug. 28 - at Warren, 7:30 pm Sept. 4 - Shelbyville, 7:30 pm Sept. 11 - Frankston, 7:30 pm Sept. 18 - at Hemphill, 7:30 pm Sept. 25 - Crockett, 7:00 pm* Oct. 2 - at Diboll, 7:00 pm* Oct. 9 - Coldspring-Oakhurst, 7:00 pm* Oct. 16 - at Trinity, 7:00 pm* Oct. 23 - OPEN Oct. 30 - Elkhart, 7:00 pm* Nov. 6 - at Palestine Westwood, 7:00 pm* STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Red Devil Field Address: Gibson St., Huntington, TX Capacity: 1,200 Turf: Grass Helmet Image Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com Texas Football Stadium Database: [Hidden Content]

2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS NEW CANEY EAGLES 2019 Record: 10-1 Overall, 7-0 District 9-5A-I District Champions It looked to be smooth sailing for the New Caney Eagles as they cruised to a 10-1 district mark. However, that season didn't translate to playoff success as the season ended only one week into the playoffs. 2020 will reflect a season of change as Travis Reeve comes over from Class 4A, DII state power Cuero to take over the program from longtime head coach Brady Pennington, who retired in the off season. Reeve inherits an experienced defense (7 starters return) which will be counted on until a young offense (4 starters return) grows up. COACHING Head Coach: Travis Reeve Assistant Coaches: Jordan Hataway (Assistant Head Coach), Zach Linscomb (Defensive Coordinator), Charlie Reeve (Offensive Coordinator), Chris Coles, Richard Gunnels, Robert Murphy, Aaron Grubb, Blake Reeve, Josh Busa, Ray Ayala, Alvin Sullivan, Carlos Chapa OFFENSE Four starters return to New Caney offense in 2020. Junior Jaydon Tutwiler-Drew will take over the reigns of the Eagle attack. Senior tailback Cole Sanders (112 carries, 1070 yd, 16 TD), returns to spearhead the rushing game but also expect to see sophomore running back Kedrick Reescano in the backfield this season. Senior wide receiver Billy Williams (14 catches, 317 yd, 1 TD) return to lead a New Caney receiver corp which will include senior wide out Orian Wormley, senior tight end D.J. Harris, junior wide out D'Angelo Pearson and junior tight end Cameron Cooper. Senior tackle John Cantrell (2nd team all-district) will lead the Eagle offensive line. DEFENSE Seven starters return to the New Caney defense in 2020. Senior defensive ends Rodolfo Mayorquin (1st team all-district) and D.J. Harris and senior defensive tackles Camron Cooper (1st team all-district) and Hector Guadardo all return to a defensive line which will also see contributions from senior lineman Chris Moore. Senior inside linebacker Kenny Williams (1st team all-district) will lead a New Caney linebacker corp which will include Reescano. Sanders will line up at free safety and senior cornerback D'juan Grant (1st team all-district) to anchor a secondary that will include Pearson and Billy Williams. SPECIAL TEAMS While the place kicking duties will be finalized during fall practice, Drew will be counted on for the punting. Sanders will be the primary kick returner. SCHEDULE Aug. 28 - Marshall, 7:00 pm Sept. 4 - at Kingwood Park, 7:00 pm Sept. 11 - at Porter, 7:00 pm* Sept. 18 - OPEN Sept. 24 - College Station, 7:00 pm* Oct. 2 - at Lufkin, 7:00 pm* Oct. 9 - Cleveland, 7:00 pm* Oct. 15 - at Conroe Caney Creek, 7:00 pm* Oct. 22 - Waller, 7:00 pm* Oct. 30 - at Magnolia West, 7:00 pm* Nov. 6 - Magnolia, 7:00 pm* STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Randall Reed Stadium Address: 21360 Valley Ranch Parkway, New Caney, TX Capacity: 8,200 Turf: Artificial Helmet Information Courtesy of texasfootball.com: [Hidden Content] Stadium Information Courtesy of TexasBob.com Texas Football Stadium Database: [Hidden Content]

2020 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS ANDERSON-SHIRO OWLS 2019 Record: 8-3 Record; 3-2 District 12-3A-II Co-Runner Ups 2019 was another year of progress for Brad Hodges and the Anderson-Shiro Fighting Owls as the Owls scored an 8-3 record and earned a trip to the playoffs for the 2nd year in a row. To extend that playoff streak to 3, Hodges will count on seven returning starters on both sides of the ball. COACHING Head Coach: Brad Hodges Assistant Coaches: Terry Beadles (Offensive Coordinator), Bill Cowley (Defensive Coordinator), Barry Bennett, Kevin Macik, Chase Williams, Mason Jarrell, Derreck Sicola OFFENSE Seven starters return to the Owl offense in 2020. Senior quarterback Cole Werner (2nd team all-district) returns to guide the A-S offense. Senior back Landon Stem also returns to the Owl backfield but look for senior Rance Imhoff to also get carries. Senior wideout Ca'Darrius Williams (1st team all-district) will team with junior receivers Corban Shead and Auston Cooper and sophomore Brant Werner with Imhoff seeing some time outside. Senior tackle Zane Moriarty (1st team all-district) will be joined on the offensive line by junior Duncan Benton and lineman Camren Klawinsky. DEFENSE Seven starters return to the Anderson-Shiro defense. Moriarty (2nd team all-district) will lead the defensive line along with Klawinsky and defensive end Martavion Offing. Benton, Stem and Shead will head things at linebacker. Williams (1st team all-district at safety) will anchor an Owl secondary which will also include Werner. SPECIAL TEAMS Special teams assignments will be finalized at fall practice. SCHEDULE Aug. 28 - Wallis Brazos, 7:00 pm Sept. 4 - at Somerville, 7:00 pm Sept. 11 - Blanco, 7:00 pm Sept. 18 - at Trinity, 7:00 pm Sept. 25 - at Warren, 7:30 pm* Oct. 2 - Newton, 7:30 pm* Oct. 9 - at Hemphill, 7:30 pm* Oct. 16 - Corrigan-Camden, 7:30 pm* Oct. 23 - at Kountze, 7:30 pm* Oct. 30 - OPEN Nov. 6 - New Waverly, 7:30 pm* STADIUM INFORMATION Name: Owl Stadium Address: 458 FM149, Anderson, TX Capacity: 1,400 Turf: Grass