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the cities in the Piney Woods have so many landmarks. For Football 2015, the ETFinalScore.com and Tyler Morning Telegraph staff decided to highlight some of the sites in our beautiful section of Texas and the United States. We start with the Amtrak Depot in Mineola, which is where we decided to shoot this year’s cover featuring three returning starters from last year’s state runner-up

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Mineola Yellowjackets. In the photograph are twin sibling offensive linemen and Texas A&M commits Riley Anderson and Austin Anderson, along with Yellowjackets quarterback Jeremiah Crawford. We also pay tribute to the brick streets and the old Tyler Theatre sign in Downtown Tyler with Robert E. Lee, the Rose City’s scenic Rose Garden with John Tyler and, of course, the Welcome to Tyler signs. We also showcased a new Tyler hot spot, the Studio Movie Grill at the new Villages at

Sports Editor Phil Hicks Staff Writers Chris Parry, Trevor Peele, Nathan Wright, Travis Yoesting Contributing Writers Montgomery Brock, Joe Hale, Josh Havard, Reid Kerr, Doc Smith, Phillip Williams Copy Editors Joe Buie, Alexandra Dal, Phil Hicks, Chris Parry, Harper Root, Nathan Wright, Travis Yoesting, Danny Mogle Photographers Andrew D. Brosig, Sarah A. Miller Creative Director/Graphic Designer DeAuna Frey Cover photo by Andrew D. Brosig © TBB Printing, Inc., 2015

Cumberland, with players from All Saints, Bishop Gorman, Grace Community and Bullard Brook Hill. In Lindale, there’s the farmer’s market. Van has the old red feed store and then there’s the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in Athens. Plus, many other sites in Arp, Troup and Whitehouse. Take a journey around East Texas with the football players and read about the teams of the area. — Phil Hicks

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Mineola Yellowjackets Riley & Austin Anderson preparing for another trip to state at the historic Mineola train depot. Photo by Andrew D. Brosig

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Those were the two positions Mineola twin brothers Riley and Austin Anderson wanted to play when they showed up for seventh-grade football tryouts. At the time, Riley and Austin were both 5-11 and nearly 200 pounds. Needless to say, neither was given an opportunity to achieve his goal. “I went over to try out for tight end and (the coaches) were like, ‘Nope — get over there with the linemen,’” Austin said. Added Riley: “We were both pretty big and I wanted to try for quarterback and they wouldn’t let me.” Opposing defensive linemen and linebackers probably wish the Andersons had been able to stay with their original choices. As seniors, Riley is listed at 6-5, with Austin a inch shorter at 6-4. Both are 280 pounds, play offensive tackle and the two Texas A&M commits make it their personal mission to pulverize whoever is on the other side of the line. “I just want to run people over,” Riley said. “To make them pay for ever lining up against me.” Riley is on the left side with Austin on the right and heaven help defenders when the twins are next to each other on a play. The ball is snapped and the Andersons look like two side-by-side bulldozers clearing a path. No one knows this better than the two Yellowjackets, quarterback Jeremiah Crawford and tailback Chantz Perkins. “To have two Division I tackles to run behind is just a blessing,” said Perkins, a junior who finished last season with 260 carries for 2,216 yards and 24 touchdowns. “If I go (off-tackle) and follow Austin and Riley there is no one for me (to worry about) until the second or third level.” Crawford, also a junior, gets the added benefit of the Andersons being as adept in pass protection as run blocking. “I love having them on (either side of me),” said Crawford, who rushed for 1,895 yards and 26 touchdowns while passing for 1,215 yards and nine scores. “I’ll probably cry at graduation this year because I am losing them. “It’s awesome. They’re monsters;

they’re huge and they can block anybody that steps in their way.” Last year at this time no one was talking about Mineola football. The Yellowjackets hadn’t put together more than two playoff wins in any season since 1962, when Mineola went three rounds deep, falling in the quarterfinals 42-0 in a game folks who witnessed it probably want to forget. Mineola was not picked to win its new District 8-3A Division I and the Yellowjackets were kind of an afterthought as far as postseason expectations. The Andersons were also kind of unknowns. Despite jumping out measurables-

“It’s awesome. They’re monsters; they’re huge and they can block anybody that steps in their way.” ~ Jeremiah Crawford wise on a roster, neither was chosen for Dave Campbell’s Texas Football Super Team Top 300 nor for the Tyler Morning Telegraph-Longview News-Journal’s Preseason Dream Team. The 2014 season began and Mineola dropped its first three games. Next up was a meeting against Wills Point. Austin remembers a change that occurred throughout the team and in him personally. “The defining moment that turned my whole season around and helped me play better was when we were 0-3 and I was tired of losing; we were all tired of losing,” Austin said. “I just couldn’t sleep at night (before the Wills Point game) and kept thinking how I needed to do better. I just made my mind up then and there I wasn’t going to (lose any more).” Mineola defeated Wills Point 20-13 for its first win. That began a streak of victories that carried the Yellowjackets all the

way through district as unbeaten league champs. Riley recalls a block he made against Quitman in the Yellowjackets’ regularseason finale that kind of was a precursor for how Mineola was going to approach the upcoming playoffs. “On one play I didn’t pancake the guy, but I drove him all the way through the end zone,” Riley said. With Austin and Riley paving the way, Mineola continued on an unprecedented 12-game winning streak that didn’t stop until the Yellowjackets met unbeaten twotime state champion Cameron Yoe in the 3A Division I title game. Mineola completed its best season in school history as 3A Division I runner-up. OFFENSIVE LINE COVERBOYS What a difference a year makes. In the 2015 edition of Dave Campbell’s, the Andersons not only were in the top 300, but both were on the Super Team secondteam offense as linemen. And when discussion began on who would grace the cover of the 2015 ET FinalScore.com’s Pigskin Preview magazine, the Andersons were at the top of the list. “It’s pretty crazy (to be on the cover),” Austin said. “I never really thought it would happen. I am excited about it.” Added Riley: “I was pretty pumped up about it. Usually we don’t get a whole lot of credit, so it’s pretty exciting to get that credit.” As a team, Mineola is picked to repeat as district champion and challenge again for state supremacy. “It’s a lot of pressure; no one wants us to lose, they want us to get back to where we were,” Austin said. “We’ve been working hard in the weight room during the summer and getting better every day. We’re excited to see what this season is going to bring.” The twin brothers began receiving college offers after last year’s breakout season, but once Texas A&M came calling, the Andersons jumped at the chance to play together in the SEC. “We are pretty happy with our decision and we wouldn’t want to go anywhere else,” Riley said.

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John Tyler football players (back) Braylon Jones, Damion Miller and (front row) Bryston Gipson and Bryson Smith at the Welcome to Tyler sign on 64 West near Tyler Pounds Regional Airport. Photo by Sarah A. Miller

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John Tyler football players Damion Miller and Bryson Smith at the Tyler Rose Garden. Photo by Sarah A. Miller

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high expectations ohn Tyler has the same three goals every year: win a city championship, a district championship and a state championship. Despite adding another long playoff run to their illustrious history, the Lions came up just short in each of those areas last season. This year they’re hungry to rectify those results. “Just knowing everything we came short of doing, to not complete those goals is the best motivation you can have because it gives you something to work on going into the following year,” said JT coach Ricklan Holmes, entering his fourth season in charge. Last year the Lions led rival Robert E. Lee 17-3 at halftime before falling 37-31. They missed out on a district title after eventual state champion Ennis hit a lastsecond field goal to win a back-and-forth game. JT finished the year a game shy of the state title game, falling to another eventual state champ, Aledo. Three losses — two by state champions, one by the crosstown rival. A 12-win season is great, but the 2015 squad still has plenty to prove. “Getting close in all three of those games, it’s kind of heartbreaking so we really want to get those three this year,” all-state defensive lineman Braylon Jones said. The Lions graduated about 75 percent of their offense, including the leading rusher, passer and receiver - not to mention their top tackler and interceptor. Of the 2014 team’s 30 seniors, 14 will be playing in college this fall. But JT has proven to be a team that reloads instead of rebuilds, averaging more than 11 wins per season since 2009. The Lions won’t back down from any of their three goals and it starts with two tone setters front and center on defense: seniors Pierre Leonard and Jones. Leonard, a 5-10, 245-pound fire hydrant at nose guard, and Jones, a 6-4, 290-pound behemoth at tackle, combined for 179 tackles, 19 sacks and 21 tackles for loss last year, wreaking havoc on every play. “It’s a great deal, because with the pit bull and the bear up front, there’s not

much that’s going to be run up the middle,” Holmes said. The two interior linemen will be flanked by sophomore Gregorio Guerrero and either Tabias Marshall or Howard Hawkins at defensive end. Junior Shaundrick Williams, who made 77 stops as a sophomore, will lead the linebacking corps. He’ll move from weak-side linebacker to the middle and be surrounded by Brandon Dade and either Jesse Darden or Demondre Bacon. Three of the Lions’ four secondary starters have graduated and will be playing in college this fall, leaving Bryston Gipson as the lone holdover. Gipson had 71 tackles and made his mark with four defensive touchdowns off six fumble recoveries and one interception. Holmes said Javontavius Mosley will help the Lions make a seamless transition from the Isaac Warren era at cornerback while senior Cordarion Johnson will step in on the other side. Gipson’s new partner at safety will be junior Damion Miller, though Da’Quaylon Kennedy and Kieran Freeman will also see playing time due to Miller’s value at receiver. “I feel like we’re going to be pretty young, but we’ve got a lot of guys that are hungry,” Jones said. “Guys just have to grow up. Those three games when we play Plano, Longview and Lee in preseason, that’s really going to help us and it’s going to get those guy some momentum and confidence moving on in the season.” Holmes said he thinks this year’s stop unit can be better than last year’s, which allowed 321.3 yards per game. “They make looking at film exciting when we know what we’re going to game plan against teams,” Holmes said. “We have the tools, we have the scheme, we just have to make sure it all comes together by the time we step on the field on Fridays.” On Fridays last year, the Lions offense set a school record with 651 points, breaking the mark of 645 set by Greg Ward’s crew back in 2011. John Tyler will have to find replacements | Cont. on page 12

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John Tyler football players Bryston Gipson and Braylon Jones at the Tyler Rose Garden. Photo by Sarah A. Miller

JOHN TYLER LIONS Coach:

Ricklan Holmes

2014 record: 12-3 (6-1) Records since 2010: 12-2, 11-4, 13-2, 7-4, 12-3 Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 34 Returning starters: 6 offense / 5 defense Players to watch: DL Braylon Jones, DL Pierre Leonard, QB Bryson Smith, WR Duntayviun Gross Cont. from page 11 | for quarterback Geovari McCollister (3,232 yards, 30 TDs), running back Jeremy Wilson (1,776 yards, 26 TDs) and receivers Nick Cain and Rodney Bendy (78 catches, 1,160 yards, 12 TDs combined). After playing receiver as a sophomore, Bryson Smith steps into the starting quarterback role. The lithe athlete showed glimpses of his abilities last year, completing 14 of 19 passes for 148 yards as McCollister’s backup. “He’s a great quarterback, great leader, great demeanor as a quarterback,” Jones said. “I can tell he’s going to be very poised this year. I can tell if something breaks down in the pocket, he’s going to be a playmaker. I know he’s going to make that play, even if something gets disrupted he’s going to find a way to get the job done.” Smith will have plenty of playmakers with him on offense. Duntayviun Gross returns after a stellar junior season in which he had 48 catches for 677 yards. Additionally, Miller is back after coming on strong late in the year to finish with 614 yards, averaging 23.6 yards per catch. Miller, who committed to Texas in June, had a team-high eight touchdown receptions. The Lions have a plethora of other receivers to call on, including Ka’Darius Henderson, Jerry Young, Mosley and Jamar Cuba, twin brother of backup quarterback Jamal Cuba.

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Senior Dejuan Beal and sophomore Martrevious Allison will share carries out of the backfield. Beal is a quick, shifty back while Allison is more of a bruiser. Darden, a senior, could also see time at fullback and tight end. “We should score a lot of points, I know that much,” Smith said. “We have a lot of weapons. We have a lot of people who are capable of big things. We have depth by the way, it’s not just Miller and Gross, we have a lot of people to make plays.” They’ll all feature behind an offensive line that replaces three starters but returns Adrian Harris and junior center Dau’Quawn Montgomery. Kolby Harris, Decorian Blaylock and Alex Bridges are currently slated as the other starters. Bridges, at 6-6, 275, is a welcome addition back to the team after playing basketball his sophomore and junior years, Holmes said. Kicking and punting duties for the Lions will fall to Devan Salazar, a junior who replaces all-state kicker Luis Duran. Seeing as how two district games came down to the final kick last year, Salazar could be key to keeping all three of John Tyler’s goals alive. And it’s those three goals that keep the Lions motivated. “All of the things we didn’t accomplish last year, that’s our goals for this year and even more,” Smith said. “The biggest goal we have is to make it to state. That’s the biggest, our No. 1 goal.”

What’s new: Smith steps in at QB; Jayme Moore and Chris Wrighten were added to the staff to coach corners and safeties, respectively Team strengths: Defensive line, depth Mark your calendar: Ennis at John Tyler, Oct. 16: These two played down to the wire in 2014, with the Ennis Lions winning on a field goal in the waning seconds. Ennis went on to win the Division II state title while JT reached the Division I semifinals. While both teams lost key players to graduation, enough return to suggest the winner of this game could go on to claim the District 16-5A title Schedule: 8/28 at Plano; 9/5 vs. Longview; 9/11 vs. Robert E. Lee; 9/25 vs. Whitehouse*; 10/2 at Lindale*; 10/9 at Lufkin*; 10/16 vs. Ennis*; 10/23 at Corsicana*; 10/30 vs. Jacksonville*; 11/6 at Nacogdoches*. * — District 16-5A

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obert E. Lee’s Zach Hall, Tavon Wesley and Isjuwan Barker have helped to turn the Red Raiders from a punch line into a legitimate challenger for a district title. In 2012 when Wesley, Hall and Barker were helping the REL freshman team win a district title, the REL varsity team went 1-9 and averaged 13.7 points per game, 4.9 in district play. When the 2013 season rolled around, Hall was the starting quarterback with Wesley in the backfield and Barker at receiver. The Red Raiders doubled their points per game (28.6) and tripled their overall win total, but were still on the outside looking in for the postseason following a 1-5 district mark. Last year the junior trio helped push REL over another hurdle, reaching the postseason with a 4-3 district record while averaging an eye-popping 44.2 points per contest. The 5-6 season ended in a lopsided bi-district loss. For their final hurrah, the seniors want to leave a lasting legacy and pick up some hardware. “This year we want to make it deeper in the playoffs and win a district champion-

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ship,” Wesley said. It has been several years since REL has done either of those things. The Red Raiders’ last deep run in the playoffs coincided with their last playoff victory, a trip to the third round in 2009. The current senior class was entering kindergarten the last time REL captured an outright district title in 2002. REL finished fourth in District 12-6A last year, its first grouped with Rockwall and Garland ISD schools. The Red Raiders return six starters on offense and five on defense. Hall said he believes the time is now for Lee. “Three years ago it was hard; our offense struggled and defense struggled because most of us were sophomores,” Hall said. “Now we have two years of experience and our offense and our defense is better. “We want to beat JT, win district and at least get the minimum of three rounds deep in the playoffs.”

Offense The Red Raiders racked up yards and points at an alarming rate last season. REL surpassed 40 points in seven of its 11 games, highlighted by breaking the school record for points in a game with a 75-27 win over Garland Naaman Forest in its regular-season finale. Hall enters his senior season on the cusp of breaking the school’s career passing record for yards, completions and touchdowns and could threaten some career rushing marks. If Hall matches last season’s totals of 146 for 248 passing for 2,072 yards while rushing for 1,512 yards and scoring 22 touchdowns, he will obliterate some of the all-time records. “He’s got a natural ability; God gave him a lot of talent and hopefully he will work hard and continue to use it,” Lee coach Darrell Piske said of Hall. “He’s learned how to take care of the football. I think his sophomore year he had as many interceptions as touchdowns. Last year he didn’t have really any (turnovers).” Hall is surrounded by experience and speed. It begins with Barker, at receiver, who amassed a team-high 44 catches for 799 yards and 11 touchdowns, tying the school record for TDs set by Fred Coleman in 1991. Dante Johnson registered one catch last season but the incoming senior enjoyed a terrific summer in 7-on-7 and delivered big catches to get Lee into the state tournament. The inside receivers are returners Tyrec Grayson and Mason Parker, who combined for 35 catches for 364 yards and four touchdowns a year ago. Wesley is penciled in as the workhorse back with Hall and Grayson (18-184, 3

TDs) also ones watch. “Coach (Dan) Roberson and those guys do a good job of figuring out what we need to do and the speed we need to do it at,” Piske said. “The good thing is we have playmakers at every position.” The offensive line returns guard Jerry Villela, all-district honorable mention last season, and a host of returning lettermen who will now move up to starters. Penciled in at center is Santos Perez, with junior Davon Morgan at guard, junior Jordan Jones at one tackle and senior Xavion Gardner at the other tackle spot. Junior Matthew Hawk was 6 of 8 on field goals a year ago with a long of 41 and 47 of 54 on PATs. Piske said Hawk’s leg has improved and is expecting even more from Hawk this season, but added he will face competition for the job from junior Chris Blas. Blas started at kicker for REL as a sophomore but missed all of last season because of an injury.

Defense The Red Raiders went into last season wanting to improve on a pass defense that allowed 245 yards and three touchdowns per game in 2013. REL did that, surrendering 158 yards per game and 19 total touchdowns in 11 games. The rushing defense was another story entirely. On two separate occasions, Lee set school records for rushing yards allowed (342 vs. Garland and later 472 vs. Rockwall), which shattered the previous mark set in 2005. “Last year we struggled,” said Campbell Miller, a returning junior linebacker who finished second on the team with 93 tackles. “Our D-line was kind of an issue because we didn’t have a lot of guys who were very big.” The result was a defensive front overmatched at times last season, surrendering an average of 282 yards rushing per game and giving up 43 scoring plays on the ground in 11 games. “(Teams were able) to run right through us,” Miller said, “Playing in such a running-back heavy district was tough. Every week there was someone else who was good.” This year’s defensive front is completely different, save for John Samples, who moves back to defensive end. He is joined by Parker Musselwhite at the other end spot and Kaelon Jacobs at nose tackle. REL is experienced at linebacker, with Miller and seniors Greyson Calhoun and Braden Coates all returning starters. Cameron Holmes is also penciled in at inside linebacker after playing tailback last season. In the secondary are junior Makyle | Cont. on page 16

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Cont. from page 14 | Sanders, a returning starter, and junior Tevin Shankle, who saw plenty of the field last season as well. Sanders will play safety and is joined by newcomer Roland Black. Shankle will be at one corner with Dexter Green penciled in to start at the other corner spot. Barker, who played safety as a sophomore before moving solely to receiver last year, is expected to play both ways with Wesley and, possibly, Hall seeing some time on defense. Wesley, who rushed for 761 yards and scored five touchdowns last season, said Lee needs to perform not only for school pride but for East Texas pride. “We are the only 6A school in East Texas and we want to represent this area by going to (Dallas-Fort Worth) and winning games,” Wesley said. “We want to put Tyler on the map. Some people see us as the underdogs, but we just want to come out and show that we are (a different) team and we can (win) this district.” Hall, Miller, Wesley and Barker walking in downtown Tyler. Photos by Sarah A. Miller

ROBERT E. LEE RED RAIDERS Coach:

Darrell Piske

2014 record: 6-5 (4-3) Records since 2010: 2-9, 1-9, 1-9, 4-6, 6-5 Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 18 Returning starters: 6 offense / 5 defense Players to watch: QB Zach Hall, WR Isjuwan Barker, DE John Samples, LB Campbell Miller What’s new: The Red Raiders are coming off a winning season for the first time since 2008 Team strengths: Offensive skill positions, linebackers Mark your calendar: Robert E. Lee vs. John Tyler (Sept. 11): The Red Raiders and Lions square off in their annual rivalry. Last year REL erased a double-digit deficit to stun JT, so much so that according to Lee LB Campbell Miller, “They didn’t even shake our hands afterward. They lost and just went to the locker room. It was awesome." Schedule: 8/28 at Fossil Ridge; 9/4 vs. Lufkin; 9/11 at John Tyler; 9/17 at Garland Sachse*; 9/24 vs. Rowlett*; 10/1 vs. Lakeview Centennial*; 10/16 at Garland*; 10/23 vs. North Garland*; 10/30 at Rockwall*; 11/5 vs. Naaman Forest*. * — District 11-6A

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ll Saints went from 1-9 to 5-5 last year. Coach Mike Hall isn’t backing down from predicting another similar jump this year. The Trojans’ third-year coach has his best team since coming to Tyler and he won’t put a limit on what they can accomplish. “We feel like we’re now ready to compete with the best, have an opportunity to play in the playoffs and even if the ball were to bounce our way, who knows — we could play for it all,” Hall said. All Saints played a lot of freshmen and sophomores in Hall’s first two years and those players have grown, not just in experience but in size and speed. With 19 starters back, including 10 on a defense that surrendered 12.4 points per game in their five wins, the Trojans are primed for a breakthrough season after taking some lumps the past few years, including two when the school dropped out of league play. “I think we’re pretty pumped,” Hall said. “We feel like we’ve gone through the battles preparing for the war and this is our year to have our chances at the war.

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“We had not just a few freshmen but a ton of freshmen and sophomores on the field that we knew those guys would grow up one day and going through varsity battles has made them even better.” Almost every player on All Saints’ roster has improved dramatically by virtue of playing early and often in their high school careers. Part of that development has been made possible by strength and speed coach Tanner Holcomb, who Hall called “an absolute diamond.” Players like lineman Azhan Hasan and linebacker Jack Roberts have transformed into two of the strongest players on the team due to their work ethic while safety Benton Owen is one of the hardest hitters despite being one of the lightest. Linebacker Luke Lee, who led the Trojans in tackles the last two years, leads the defense. It all starts up front with senior K.J. Bickham and junior Ryan Jeong, Hall said. Boris Anderson and Cade Borgeson join Bickham and Jeong on the defensive line while Grant Perkins is the third linebacker with Lee and Roberts. Wills Greene takes his brother Griffin’s spot at strong safety while Andrew Werner is at

free safety after missing last year with an injury. Nathan Jasper and Noah Bain give the Trojans two lockdown corners that helped All Saints record two shutouts at the state 7-on-7 tournament. On offense, senior Chet Wynne takes over at quarterback as Hall goes all in with the spread offense. Wynne has the arm strength, accuracy and leadership to guide All Saints to its first playoff berth since 2011. Lee will be the only constant two-way player as one of Wynne’s receiving options. Logan Bradford and Jack Hamm also provide threats. Jace Evans is at running back after a strong sophomore campaign and will have more room to run in the offense. The offensive line returns four starters, Hasan, Brock Lutz, Smith Vickery and Matt Latta. Junior Noman Erkin fills the final spot. “Last year we struggled at times offensively to help the defense out enough,” Hall said. “This year I don’t think we’ll struggle offensively.” For the first time in his Trojans tenure, Hall has a message for parents: don’t schedule out-of-town trips over Thanksgiving. The team expects to be playing well into the postseason.

ALL SAINTS TROJANS Coach:

Mike Hall

2014 record: 5-5 (3-4) Last playoff appearance: 2011 All-time playoff appearances: 3 Returning starters: 9 offense / 10 defense Schedule: 8/29 vs. Timpson, 9/4 vs. Overton; 9/11 at Carlisle; 9/25 vs. Carrollton Prince of Peace*; 10/2 at Frisco Legacy Christian*; 10/9 vs. Bishop Gorman*; 10/16 at Grace Community*; 10/23 at Dallas Shelton*; 10/30 vs. Dallas Christian*; 11/6 vs. Bullard Brook Hill*. * — TAPPS D-II District 2

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a touchdown more per game than anyone else in TAPPS D-II District 2 play, but finished fourth despite a 5-2 record. While all four playoff teams will expect a return to the playoffs, challenges from outsiders like All Saints won’t make it easy. “I think it’s going to be very competitive,” Maddox said of the district. “I think every school in our district probably you’d rate them as stronger.” Grace hopes to be stronger with Wilhelmi guiding the offense. Maddox said he likes the communication between coach and quarterback. “I like his work habits; he understands the game,” Maddox said. “I think the key is our offensive line coming together, developing a good passing game.”

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Cougars

By TRAVIS YOESTING // tyoesting@tylerpaper.com hristopher Wilhelmi missed his freshman season with a fractured back. In 2014 he missed most of the year with a broken collarbone. Now entering his junior season, the Grace Community quarterback is ready to make his mark. “He’s very hungry to get out and compete and go through an entire season injury free, that’s what he’s looking for,” Cougars coach Mike Maddox said. “He’s had a lot of time to study the game from the sideline and watch a good amount of film. He’s always been into the game even though he hasn’t been able to play the game. … He’s got a good head for the game.” Wilhelmi will be one of nine new starters on an offense that will have to be almost entirely revamped, including an offensive line that returns only Ronnie Baker (6-0, 240). “We’ve got two starters coming back offensively so there will be quite a rebuilding process taking place,” Maddox said. Parker Ary and Mason Dacus both figure to factor prominently on offense while Brady Newman, Zach West and Matt Harris are also options at receiver.

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Getting a young group of linemen to work together as a unit will be vital to the offense’s production. “There’s so many young ones that they’ll be together a lot for three years,” Maddox said. “They’re going to get better and better, they’re just going to have to go through a few trials to get there.” Defensively the Cougars were slated to bring back six starters from their 7-4 team but lost two during 7-on-7. Two-way starter Brady Herber is out for the year with a knee injury while linebacker Josh Spitzer, who had 112 tackles as a sophomore, will miss the first half of the season with a broken jaw. “Sometimes like in life you’re asked to step in and take the reins when maybe you’re not ready,” Maddox said. “It is a good test for some of the younger kids.” Grace has a little more depth on defense, especially at linebacker with Andrew Cotten, Caleb Wadle, Jared Gilley and, when he returns, Spitzer. Blake Holbrook and Mason Dacus will be third-year starters in the secondary while Austin Warren anchors the defensive line. Last year, the Cougars scored nearly

GRACE COUGARS Coach:

Mike Maddox

2014 record: 7-4 (5-2) Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 6 Returning starters: 2 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/27 vs. Canton; 9/4 at New Diana; 9/11 at Harleton; 9/25 vs. Frisco Legacy Christian*; 10/2 at Dallas Christian*; 10/9 at Bullard Brook Hill*; 10/16 vs. All Saints*; 10/23 at Carrollton Prince of Peace*; 10/30 vs. Dallas Shelton*; 11/6 vs. Bishop Gorman*. * — TAPPS D-II District 2

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Bishop Gorman

Crusaders

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hen talking about how Bishop Gorman went from a 2-8 team his first year to a 10-3 squad by Year 3, coach Coby Gipson didn’t talk about running faster, scoring touchdowns or making tackles. For him, it came down to the ideals his staff tries to instill. “I think first off it validated what happens when a team commits; when a team works hard and when a team plays for each other,” Gipson said. “It starts with a commitment, a work ethic and a love for your teammate.” The Crusaders reached the TAPPS Division II state semifinals last year despite finishing third in the stacked District 2 and the program was lifted by the long playoff run. Though Gorman went to the state semifinals in 2011 under coach Rick Palmer, that team entered the postseason 5-5 and competed in Division III. The Crusaders haven’t won a district title since 2001. So hopes are high this year with senior Michael Goodwin returning behind center after a breakout 2014. Goodwin threw for a school record 3,331 yards last year, adding 1,247 yards on the ground. He equaled the school record with 26 touchdown passes while adding 14 more TDs with his feet. 24

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With another comparable season, Goodwin could set all-time career records for passing yards (4,827) and touchdowns (39). He will, however, have to do it behind a completely revamped offensive line, which graduated four of five starters. Junior Zach Van Cleef is the lone holdover. He’ll be joined by junior Robbie Chiasson who, at 6-4, 285, will be one of the biggest linemen Gorman has had. Gipson said Chiasson is ready to make his mark as a starter. Goodwin will have to find new receivers to throw to after the graduation of Connor Hobbs. Hobbs, now at San Diego State, set season and career marks for catches and receiving yards. Judah Bell and Martin Guzman return as starters at receiver while Hunter Pilgrim and Payton Fanning will be called to fill the void. Josh Johnson, who can do a bit of everything, will take over at running back where Ethan Milton will also receive carries. Goodwin, of course, will be running as well. “As long as you play quarterback in our system, we believe that you have to be an effective runner as well as an effective thrower,” Gipson said. The defense, with nine starters return-

ing, will be a strength, especially with Ty Barr back, marking the first time in Gipson’s head coaching career he begins a season with the same defensive coordinator as last year. Lineman Jordan Morales and linebackers Tyler Bate and Guzman are leaders of the defense both on the field and off. All three seniors will start for the third straight year and were elected captains by their peers. Morales was the district Defensive MVP last year, Bate led the Crusaders in tackles the last two years and Guzman is the team’s kicker/punter. Other defensive players to watch include Garrett Smith, Sean Riley Cunningham, Reed Navara, Blake Johnson and Milton. After reaching double-digit wins for the first time since their state championship-winning side in 1995, the Crusaders hope for another memorable season. For Gipson, that will come regardless, as this senior class is the first he’s had as a head coach all through high school. “It’s a landmark year in terms of having the same kids,” Gipson said. “We have a great senior group. We’ve had the best attendance in our summer strength and speed workouts. Hopefully that’ll translate on to on-the-field success.”

BISHOP GORMAN CRUSADERS Coach:

Coby Gipson

2014 record: 10-3 (5-2) Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 23 Returning starters: 5 offense / 9 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Eustace; 9/4 at Quitman; 9/11 vs. Troup; 9/25 vs. Dallas Shelton*; 10/2 at Carrollton Prince of Peace*; 10/9 at All Saints*; 10/16 vs. Bullard Brook Hill*; 10/23 at Dallas Christian*; 10/30 vs. Frisco Legacy Christian*; 11/6 at Grace Community*. * — TAPPS D-II District 2

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By CHRIS PARRY // cparry@tylerpaper.com ullard Brook Hill senior McCray Fletcher is the picture of patience. A backup for the past two seasons, Fletcher (6-1, 170) watched as Grant Hanks lit up the stat sheet and scoreboard for the Guard. But Hanks has graduated and now it’s Fletcher’s time. Coach Bobby Brasher said he believes the senior is ready for his opportunity. “He’s probably only had about 10 snaps,” Brasher said. “He’s been waiting and he’s really smart. He will probably be valedictorian of his graduating class. McCray’s a different kind of quarterback than Grant was, but I feel he will be able to get the ball to our playmakers.” Brasher added that while Hanks’ athleticism made for numerous ad-lib situations running or throwing on the run, Fletcher is going to drop back, go through his progressions and deliver the football. “I feel really comfortable with him as our quarterback,” Brasher said. The new man under center will have numerous offensive weapons at his disposal, starting with senior wide receiver Seth Brasher (6-2, 183), who finished with 48 catches for 938 yards and 15 touchdowns in eight games last season. Brasher suf-

fered a season-ending injury in a fourtouchdown performance. Also back are seniors Ryan Cox and Jacob Dumesnil, who each grabbed five touchdowns last season. Cox finished with 36 catches for 370 yards. Dumesnil finished with 17 catches for 334 yards. Dumesnil is also expected to see time at tailback. Siblings Jordon McGowen and Jermiah McGowan will be the Guard’s first and second options in the backfield. “Jordon played some last year and he’s going to step into the starting role,” Brasher said. “Jermiah is just a sophomore and he is going to be a good runner for us, too.” The players tasked with paving the way for the running game are Bryant Robinson, Jake Ballinger, Parker Clark and Jacob Johnson. The first three are returning starters. Johnson makes the move from defense to offense. Deciding who will snap the ball to Fletcher is another matter. “We are searching for a center right now,” Brasher said. “That is one of the positions (where) we have a question mark.” Defensively many of the names already mentioned will be tasked with going both ways. All four offensive linemen will be on the defensive front while Jordon McGow-

en returns at linebacker, Dumesnil is back at free safety and Victor Loolo returns at cornerback. “We are going to have to find another corner, another outside linebacker and a strong safety,” Brasher said. “We feel good about our kicking game with Caleb Chadwell back. He’s a senior and he was first-team all district and second-team all state last year.” The schedule Brook Hill faces is daunting and exciting. The Guard opens at home in the Tyler Ford/ Brook Hill Wounded Warrior Bowl Weekend against St. Bernard’s Catholic from Eureka, California. Following that are tests against perennial UIL powers Alto and Tenaha before beginning district play against 2014 state runner-up Dallas Christian. Waiting in the wings for the Guard after that will be tough tests against foes All Saints, Bishop Gorman, which knocked Brook Hill out of the playoffs last year, and Grace Community, which gave the Guard its only league loss. “The four Tyler teams are really good and then you’ve also got Dallas Christian,” Brasher said. “You put those five teams in a hat and shake it out and there is no telling how it falls out.”

BROOK HILL GUARD Coach:

Bobby Brasher

2014 record: 8-3 (6-1) Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 6 Returning starters: 6 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/27 vs. St. Bernard’s (Eureka, Calif.); 9/4 at Tenaha; 9/11 vs. Alto; 9/25 vs. Dallas Christian*; 10/2 at Dallas Shelton*; 10/9 vs. Grace Community*; 10/16 at Bishop Gorman*; 10/23 at Frisco Legacy Christian*; 10/30 vs. Carrollton Prince of Peace*; 11/6 at All Saints*. * — TAPPS D-II District 2

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By TRAVIS YOESTING // tyoesting@tylerpaper.com

t looked like Whitehouse had its season right on track. Up 29-10 at halftime in Nacogdoches, the Wildcats appeared on their way to another win and another postseason appearance. Six quarters and one overtime later, Whitehouse was headed home, shut out of the playoffs a year after its historic 12-1 season. The Wildcats’ eventual 46-36 loss to Nacogdoches, followed by a 27-24 OT loss to Lindale to end the season, has lingered in the minds of Whitehouse players and coaches as the 2015 season approaches. “No doubt it’s been a motivating factor for us,” Wildcats coach Adam Cook said. “It’s something we talked about throughout our offseason because we didn’t finish like we wanted to. “It was disappointing but it’s all about how you’re going to respond, how you’re going to react and how you’re going to learn from those things. I think we learned you’ve got to go out there and compete every week.” Competing every week will be a necessity to finish in the top four of District 165A, which looks like it will again be loaded with talent. The Wildcats graduated 15 starters from last year but have a standout on each side of the ball to build around: receiver Trent Williams and linebacker Cade Parrish.

Offensively Whitehouse will again have a new quarterback. Senior Collin Bullard finished spring as the starter at QB but will be pushed by juniors Tanner Roach and Patrick Miner. Williams provides the perfect outlet in the passing game having lit up East Texas for 871 yards on 55 catches last year. Joining Williams will be younger receivers like Zach Parker, Seth Dolan and Eric Black. Parker is the younger brother of former receiver standout Jake Parker, now catching passes from Patrick Mahomes at Texas Tech. Whitehouse’s second leading returning receiver may not factor much into the pass game. Shemar Smith, who had 364 yards receiving as a junior, will play more running back, where he featured more as a sophomore. Smith will run behind a line that includes senior Keenan Dickson at tackle, senior center Jacob Cottrell, junior Anthony Brown and junior Josh Deal. “Not real big but they’ll get after you,” Cook said of the O-line. “They’re scrappy guys and they’re quick, which plays into what we do offensively.” On defense, Parrish will be called upon to lead the way after the departure of secondary stalwarts Nate Brooks (North Texas) and Justin Dunning (Texas A&M. Parrish paced the Wildcats with 87 tackles from his outside linebacker position as

a junior. The secondary will be young with the likes of juniors Connor Clark and Zi Coffer and sophomores Javier Neal and Ken’tavian McDade, but the strength of the defense — and perhaps the team as a whole — will be the defensive front seven. Parrish, Jared Remedies, Laqualyn Rogers, Isiah Clark, Austin Gober, Khyree Key and Braylon Shackelford all provide Whitehouse with plenty of might and mass on defense. Sophomore Christian Owens, a move-in from Oregon, will also factor in. “We were pretty good on the defensive front last year; I think the thing is we’re going to have more depth on our defensive front,” Cook said. Whitehouse started well last year, going 3-0 against playoff-bound teams before losing three straight to open district. The Wildcats know how they finish the season will determine whether 2015 is a success. “The last six quarters we played of football, we didn’t play as well as we’re capable of playing,” Cook said. “As a coach you’re constantly thinking how can I get these kids to play the way they’re as capable of playing. It’s driven me as a coach to do a better job.” It remains to be seen if it drives Whitehouse back to the playoffs

WHITEHOUSE WILDCATS Coach:

Adam Cook

2014 record: 5-5 (2-5) Last playoff appearance: 2013 All-time playoff appearances: 12 Returning starters: 4 offense / 3 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Texas High; 9/3 vs. Chapel Hill (TMF Rose Stadium); 9/11 at Sulphur Springs; 9/25 at John Tyler*; 10/2 vs. Lufkin*; 10/9 at. Ennis*; 10/16 vs. Corsicana*; 10/23 at Jacksonville*; 10/30 vs. Nacogdoches*; 11/6 at Lindale*. * — District 16-5A

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“He learned the speed of the game, he learned to manage the plays and try not to make crucial mistakes, just be smart,” Mike Meador said. Taylor and Montana Meador were both second-team all-district selections, as were returning tight end Cameron Sir Louis and receiver Tayton Williams. Along with receivers Kam Neely and Bryce Deupree, the Eagles earned their fourth trip to the state 7-on-7 tournament, where they played exclusively Class 6A teams and nearly knocked off powerhouse Manvel. “I think it gives us some confidence knowing we can hang with some big schools,” Mike Meador said. “Every year we’ve gone to state, we’ve had success in the (fall) season.” Of course the offensive line isn’t to be overlooked come fall, and four of Lindale’s five linemen started at some point last year. Justin Fisher leads a group that also includes Jacob Dehart, Matt Coley and Gaylon Gradick. Jordan Lawless completes the puzzle as a standout kicker and punter. To top it all off, Lindale boasts 30 seniors and it’s easy to see why the Eagles are excited about 2015. “They're a fun bunch to be around and I think it could be a special year,” Mike Meador said, “I'm probably as excited as I've been in a while.”

LINDALE EAGLES Coach:

Mike Meador

2014 record: 3-7 (2-5) By TRAVIS YOESTING // tyoesting@tylerpaper.com

ot many teams get to end the season with a win. Lindale Eagles finished 2014 with a dramatic overtime win over Smith County rival Whitehouse and with it entered the offseason on a high. Though Lindale missed out on the playoffs for the second time in three years, the Eagles return 15 starters and are bounding with optimism heading into 2015. “That was a huge step for us, just the momentum to build on for the spring and to build on for next year,” Lindale coach Mike Meador said. “That was a great one to end the season on.” Meador enters his 10th season in charge of the Eagles as excited as he’s ever been. He returns a host of players on both sides of the ball including a stout defensive line, a 1,000-yard rusher and his son at quarterback. Eight starters on offense and seven on defense are back, with many other play-

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ers boasting varsity experience. Senior running back Ryan Taylor and junior quarterback Montana Meador both took over the starting roles the final five games of the season while Tyler Segrest, Amere Morris, Michael Hansen and Terrell Cooper set the tone on the defensive line. “I think we’re going to be considerably better,” Mike Meador said. Defensively it starts with the linemen, who are aggressive, fast and know what to expect in the highly competitive District 16-5A. The Eagles' coach also likes defensive backs Carson Mizell and Wesly Irons, both seniors, and linebackers Bryce Barkowsky and Kale Ridge, the latter of whom earned all-district honors as a sophomore last year. On offense, Taylor stepped off more than 1,100 yards last year despite only starting the last half of the season. Montana Meador gained valuable experience late in the year.

Last playoff appearance: 2013 All-time playoff appearances: 18 Returning starters: 8 offense / 7 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Chapel Hill; 9/4 vs. Carthage; 9/11 at Van; 9/25 at Corsicana*; 10/2 vs. John Tyler*; 10/9 vs. Jacksonville*; 10/16 at Lufkin*; 10/23 vs. Nacogdoches*; 10/30 at Ennis*; 11/6 vs. Whitehouse*. * — District 16-5A

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be at quarterback, where the Lobos will have to replace Dez Chumley, a threeyear starter. Michael Ross is expected to open the season as the starter. One place where Longview should be loaded will be in the backfield despite the loss of JaMycal Hasty, who missed much of last season with an injury. Tylan Miller, who ran for 1,500 yards and 18 touchdowns, will see plenty of work along with D’Crayban Polk. “We’re having to replace a quarterback for the first time in three years,” King said. “Michael has been here a short amount of time but he’s worked extremely hard. We feel good about the guys we have on the offensive line and the guys we have running the football.” On the defensive side of the ball Longview will have some key returning starters, including strong safety Keenan Madden, who was named Dave Campbell’s Texas Football’s Preseason Defensive Player of the Year in 15-5A.

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Mavericks

Coach:

John King

2014 record: 9-3 (7-0)

By JOSH HAVARD // Sports Correspondent It was a wild ride for the Longview Lobos in 2015, one that landed them another district title before a wild 43-42 win over Lufkin in the opening round of the playoffs. While that gave the team plenty of memories, the one that lingers for head coach John King and many of the Lobos is a season-ending 37-35 loss to Lake Ridge the next week. With 48 seniors on the roster, including several key playmakers, the Lobos will try to erase those memories this season. “You only remember your last one and that wasn’t a good feeling,” King said. “The Lufkin game was a heck of a win, but the Lake Ridge loss still stings. We had to go back to work to make ourselves better and we feel like we’ve done that.” Despite losing several key players on both sides of the ball, the Lobos are expected to reload rather than rebuild. On offense, one of the biggest keys will

LONGVIEW LOBOS

Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 40 Returning starters: 5 offense / 4 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Lufkin; 9/5 at John Tyler; 9/12 vs. Shreveport Boyd (Shreveport’s Independence Stadium); 9/25 vs. Pine Tree*; 10/2 at Greenville*; 10/9 at Marshall*; 10/16 vs. Texas High*; 10/23 at Mount Pleasant*; 10/30 vs. Sulphur Springs*; 11/6 at Hallsville*. * — District 15-5A

MARSHALL MAVERICKS Coach:

Clint Harper

2014 record: 7-5 (4-3)

By JOSH HAVARD // Sports Correspondent

Last playoff appearance: 2014

A 7-5 season that ended with a spot in the area round of the playoffs was a step in the right direction for the Marshall Mavericks. Now the Mavericks are ready to establish themselves as legitimate contenders. With a fourth-year starter at quarterback along with several players that played pivotal roles last season, the sky looks to be the limit for the Mavericks. “We talked about unfinished business after last year,” coach Clint Harper said. “We think we’re headed in the right direction. Now we think we can be right there to compete for a district title against teams like Longview, Texas High and Hallsville.” Marshall’s biggest reason for optimism comes from QB Justin Hart, who threw for more than 2,000 yards in his third season as a starter for the Mavericks. With that experience under his belt, Hart is primed for a big-time senior season. “I don’t think there are too many peo-

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ple in the state that can say they’ve got a four-year starter at quarterback,” Harper said. “He probably didn’t have a lot of fun his freshman and sophomore years, but now he can benefit from all that experience. He’s seen almost everything.” Cameron Haller, who ran for 1,300 yards as a sophomore, will be back to do even more damage out of the Marshall backfield this season. “Our whole offense kind of revolves around those two guys,” Harper said. “But it will all come back to our offensive line because we have some holes to fill there.” Like on offense, the Mavericks return seven players on the defensive side of the ball. One of the biggest keys for Marshall will be in the secondary where it had its struggles at times last season. Among those in the secondary will be Corteze Hurd and Trel Patton.

Returning starters: 7 offense / 7 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Royse City; 9/4 vs. Crandall; 9/18 vs. Arkansas High School; 9/25 vs. Hallsville*; 10/2 at Pine Tree*; 10/9 vs. Longview*; 10/16 vs. Greenville*; 10/23 at Texas High*; 10/30 vs. Mount Pleasant*; 11/6 at Sulphur Springs*. * — District 15-5A

LUFKIN PANTHERS

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Panthers

2014 record: 6-5 (4-3)

By JOSH HAVARD // Sports Correspondent The 2014 season ended with the Lufkin Panthers in the playoffs for a 17th straight season. Even with that impressive streak intact, the Panthers felt like it let a much better season slip away. While they won their six games by an average of 31.5 points, the Panthers’ five losses were by a total of 20 points. That included a 43-42 loss to Longview in the opening round of the playoffs. The 2015 version of the Panthers will look to flip the script on those types of finishes when they kick off the season in Longview on Aug. 28. “That’s been a big focus for us,” Lufkin coach Todd Quick said. “We put ourselves in position to win a lot of games and we just didn’t make the play to put it away. A lot of games come down to one or two plays. We didn’t make those last year.” Lufkin will have a challenge ahead of it after losing several key playmakers off

last year’s offense. Wide receivers Keke Coutee (Texas Tech) and Terry Mark (Houston) and offensive lineman Erik McCoy (Texas A&M) will each play at the Division I level and Lufkin is also looking to replace QB Trey Cumbie. The Panthers feel they have the types of players that can fill the voids left by those players. Kordell Rodgers, who played receiver and corner back last season, will be the starting quarterback as a junior. In addition, sophomore Malik Jackson is among the wide receivers who will look to make an early impact. “We’ve got no reason to doubt what Kordell can do,” Quick said. “He’s become the leader of the team. As he goes, the rest of the team goes. We’re expecting big things from him early on. “As for the rest of our offense, we’ve got guys that can make it and go the distance.".

nacogdoches

Dragons

Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 36 Returning starters: 4 offense / 4 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Longview; 9/4 at Robert E. Lee; 9/11: vs. West Monroe (Shreveport’s Independence Stadium); 9/25 vs. Nacogdoches*; 10/2 at Whitehouse*; 10/9 vs. John Tyler*; 10/16 vs. Lindale*; 10/23 at Ennis; 10/30 vs. Corsicana; 11/6 at Jacksonville. * — District 15-5A

NACOGDOCHES DRAGONS Coach:

Bobby Reyes

2014 record: 7-4 (4-3)

By JOSH HAVARD // Sports Correspondent It wasn’t long ago that the Nacogdoches Dragons were an afterthought amongst the Friday night lights. As a perennial punching bag, Nacogdoches rarely sniffed winning seasons or the playoffs. Thanks to back-to-back 7-4 campaigns that landed the Dragons in the playoffs both years, those days are a thing of the past. Even while competing in the ultra-competitive District 16-5A, the Dragons have established themselves as serious contenders. “The difference is that our kids know how to win now,” Nacogdoches coach Bobby Reyes said. “They didn’t know what it took to win before. Back-to-back playoff seasons have shown the kids that if they work hard, that can pay off with wins.” A Nacogdoches defense should have the Dragons competing for a third straight trip to the postseason.

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The Dragons feature one of the best cornerbacks in the nation in Brandon Jones. Jones has already been offered by Texas A&M, Alabama, Baylor, Georgia and LSU, among others. Corey Lane is another player who will make life tough on opposing quarterbacks. While that secondary should be one of the best in 16-5A, Reyes said the key may be an improved linebacker corps. Derrick Wright is among the players expected to give the Dragons an added dimension. “We’ve played three years without great linebacker play,” Reyes said. “We’ve had to piece things together and it’s really been a struggle. We think we’ll be a lot better there this year and we should be really good in the secondary.” Reyes also said the return of a solid defensive line will be a strength of the team.

Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 11 Returning starters: 4 offense / 4 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Kilgore; 9/4 vs. Hallsville; 9/11 vs. Carthage; 9/25 at Lufkin*; 10/2 vs. Ennis*; 10/9 at Corsicana*; 10/16 vs. Jacksonville*; 10/23 at Lindale*; 10/30 at Whitehouse*; 11/6 vs. John Tyler*. * — District 16-5A

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secondary as J’Kevian Evans, Maliq Owens and Dillon Lightfoot combined for 122 tackles last season. “One of our strengths should be the experience we have coming back throughout the defense,” Pine Tree coach David Collins said. “We’re losing our top tackler but have a lot of other guys coming back.” On the offensive side of the ball, Pine Tree will be led by returning starter Daniel Bonamy, who threw for 1,400 yards and seven touchdowns on his way to earning honorable-mention all-district honors. His top returning target will be Shaffer Russell, who had 21 catches for 232 yards and a touchdown. Paving the way for the offense will be returning offensive linemen Brandon Truemner, Noah Smith and Mark Nussbaum. Collins said, “We’ll have experience at quarterback, wide receiver and offensive line.”

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Indians

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Last playoff appearance: 2001 All-time playoff appearances: 7 Returning starters: 6 offense / 9 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Jacksonville; 9/4 at Gilmer; 9/11: vs. Kilgore; 9/25 at Longview*; 10/2 vs. Marshall*; 10/9 at Texas High*; 10/16 vs. Mount Pleasant*; 10/23 at Sulphur Springs*; 10/30 vs. Hallsville*; 11/6 at Greenville*.*— District 15-5A

JACKSONVILLE INDIANS Coach:

Wayne Coleman

2014 record: 4-6 (1-6)

By JOSH HAVARD // Sports Correspondent It was a tough year for the Jacksonville Indians in 2014. They went undefeated in non-district action before losing six of their final seven games. With Wayne Coleman taking over the program, the Indians look to repeat a little bit of their successful history prior to that. Coleman was an assistant coach at Jacksonville in the 1990s under Danny Long when the Indians put together a 37-30 record. Prior to their stint in the program, the Indians were also coming off a dry spell. “It’s not unlike the last time I was there because back then they were coming off of several losing seasons,” Coleman said. “So it’s kind of part two of my trip to Jacksonville. Coleman returns after being an assistant coach on Gilmer’s state championship team last season. He will try to bring that success to the Indians in District 16-5A.

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2014 record: 1-9 (1-6)

By JOSH HAVARD // Sports Correspondent With a 1-9 season in the rearview mirror, the Pine Tree Pirates are ready to turn the page. Pine Tree is hopeful that key returners at several different positions can pay off with a turnaround season. The biggest key for Pine Tree may be on the defensive side of the ball, where it allowed 48.5 points per game last season. The Pirates hope that a plethora of experience can lead to different results as they return nine starters. Leading the way is Alex Baker, who was a second-team all-district selection last season when he made 95 tackles, including seven for losses. Pine Tree should also be tough up front on the defensive line as Alex Kuitko is coming off a season in which he was a second-team all-district selection. Jakorey Sherow, another defensive lineman, was an honorable mention pick last year. The Pirates also return most of their

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“We’ve got a lot of work ahead of us because a lot of the position coaches just got here in June,” Coleman said. “So we’ve got to get going pretty quick.” Rather than the air-it-out approach used in recent seasons, Jacksonville will rely on a punishing ground game. Leading the rushing attack will be Vadall Johnson, who ran for 854 yards and 10 touchdowns last season. Ja’Modrick Taylor will be another threat in the backfield. One of Jacksonville’s biggest holes will be at quarterback ,where Carter McCown was a standout. Those vying to fill that position include Izayah Mayfield and Cameron Hyde. “Since we’re losing a big-time quarterback and returning some good running backs, it makes sense to rely more on the offensive line and running the ball,” Coleman said.

Last playoff appearance: 2012 All-time playoff appearances: 25 Returning starters: 5 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Pine Tree; 9/4 at Palestine; 9/11 vs. Mount Pleasant; 9/25 at Ennis*; 10/2 vs. Corsicana*; 10/9 at Lindale*; 10/16 at Nacogdoches*; 10/23 vs. Whitehouse*; 10/30 at John Tyler*; 11/6 vs. Lufkin*. * — District 16-5A

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Hallsville

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Bobcats

2014 record: 6-4 (4-3) Last playoff appearance: 2013 All-time playoff appearances: 18

By JOSH HAVARD// Sports Correspondent The end of the 2014 season saw the Hallsville Bobcats in unfamiliar territory as they finished on the wrong side of a tiebreaker to miss out on a fourth straight trip to postseason. The Bobcats are determined to make sure there is no repeat. With key returning starters mixed with players ready to make a quick impact, Hallsville is certain to make noise in a tough District 15-5A. “The measure of a team’s success is going to the postseason,” coach David Plunk said. “Last year we thought we had the team that could do that, but the tiebreaker didn’t go our way. This year the key for us is to play good enough where we don’t get ourselves in a tiebreaker situation.” On offensive, Hallsville has playmakers that should make it an explosive unit. Roger McCuller, who saw limited time at

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quarterback, will take over as the starter. He will have plenty of help, including Coleton Lasseter, a 6-7 tight end who has drawn the attention of Division I schools. Andrew Southard made 30 catches for 376 yards and four touchdowns last year. Josh Taylor will be a threat in the backfield. Plunk said that the key may be in the emergence of an inexperienced offensive line. “We’re going to be young there, but I think we’ll be good,” Plunk said. “We want to keep developing our offensive line so we can be a physical group up front.”

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Returning starters: 5 offense / 5 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Carthage; 9/4 at Nacogdoches; 9/11 vs. Athens; 9/25 at Marshall*; 10/2 vs. Texas High*; 10/9 at Mount Pleasant*; 10/16 vs. Sulphur Springs*; 10/23 at Greenville*; 10/30 at Pine Tree*; 11/6 vs. Longview*. * — District 15-5A

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Van

Vandals

By MONTGOMERY BROCK // Sports Correspondent ollowing a 5-0 district showing could be a tough task, but coach Jared Moffatt’s Vandals have been a consistent fixture in the playoffs since taking over at Van. With a tradition as strong as Van’s, an undefeated regular season is not necessarily unexpected, but the Vandals will look to go deeper into the playoffs this year. The Vandals were unceremoniously dumped in a 30-23 upset loss in bi-district to Paris. Despite Van going 5-0 in District 8-4A Division I last season, the Vandals are picked to finish second in pre-season predictions by Dave Campbell’s Texas Football behind Athens. With nine offensive starters returning, the unit should not have to rebuild. However, losing running back Matt Savis is a challenge the Vandals will need to overcome. Savis is now at Southeastern Oklahoma. Running back Aphonso Thomas (5-11, 195) showed last season he was ready for primetime, totaling 994 yards rushing and 11. He will be a key piece offensively again

for the Vandals, with even more expected work to make up for Savis’ lost production. Wide receiver Kendrick Jones looks to improve on a solid showing last year, in which he snagged 16 passes for 222 yards and a touchdown. Clay Gundy will anchor the offensive line for the 2015 season as the Vandals look to continue their success on the offensive side of the ball. Defensive backs Cooper Bledsoe (5-9, 170) and Brett Doring (5-10, 170) return after impressive seasons last year. Defensive lineman Aaron Chitwood had a standout year in 2014 and looks to anchor the line again this year. Other defensive prospects are linebackers Sam Reeves and Reilly Krunvieda, defensive back Garrett Mosley and defensive lineman Tristan Ford. In a tough district including Wills Point, Kaufman and Athens, it will be a challenge to come out on top. Van will be trying to repeat its success within the district and look to go deeper into the playoffs this season.

VAN VANDALS Coach:

Jared Moffatt

2014 record: 10-1 (5-0) Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 24 Returning starters: 9 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Palestine; 9/4 vs.

Spring Hill; 9/11 vs. Lindale; 9/18 at Brownsboro; 9/25 at North Lamar; 10/9 at Athens*; 10/16 vs. Crandall*; 10/23 at Mabank*; 10/30 vs. Wills Point*; 11/6 at Kaufman*. * — District 8-4A Division I

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Chapel Hill

Bulldogs By NATHAN WRIGHT nwright@tylerpaper.com // Sports Correspondent hapel Hill is four seasons removed from reaching the pinnacle. The Bulldogs won the Class 3A Division I state championship in 2011 and have made the playoffs the last three seasons, but have come up short of duplicating the success they had four years ago. After advancing to the second round of playoffs last season, the Bulldogs will be looking to go further this season. They have plenty of experience on both sides of the ball. The Bulldogs defeated Huffman Hargrave in the first round before losing to eventual Class 4A Division I champion Navasota in the area round. Now, five offensive and six defensive starters return. Quarterback Konnor Hitchcock is back after making his varsity debut last season. He passed for 1,849 yards and 19 touchdowns as a junior. The Bulldogs lost receiver Jeffery Minor to graduation but return a pair of playmakers at that position. Zach Walters caught 25 passes for 522 yards and eight touchdowns and Deundre Phillips caught 30 passes for 463 yards and four touchdowns. Both are seniors this season. In the backfield, the Bulldogs lost leading rusher Michael Bledsoe to graduation, but senior Ja’Braylon Franklin 36

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returns after rushing for 989 yards and five touchdowns last season. Chapel Hill’s weakness on offense could be the offensive line, where only Jeremy West returns. If the Bulldogs fill gaps on the offensive line and mature, Chapel Hill has a chance to feature an explosive offense, just as it did last year when it averaged 38.5 points per game. Defensively, Franklin will lead at defensive back, where he had five interceptions and two defensive touchdowns. Also returning are linebackers Kaleb Golden and Deandre Hordge, defensive backs Phillips, Ladarian Hudson and Kenyotta Henderson and defensive linemen Andrew Dawson and Austin Whitten. The Bulldogs will open the season against Lindale and Whitehouse. Chapel Hill lost those two games last year but rebounded to win five of its next six before losing back-to-back district games to Henderson and Carthage to end the season. This year’s district race likely will come down to the final two weeks again. Henderson and Carthage are picked to finish ahead of Chapel Hill in the district standings by most prognosticators. With its caliber of returning players, both a district championship and a deep playoff run could be within reach.

CHAPEL HILL BULLDOGS Coach:

Thomas Sitton

2014 record: 6-6 (3-2) Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 13 Returning starters: 5 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Lindale; 9/3 vs. Whitehouse; 9/11 at Paris; 9/18 vs. Port Neches Groves; 9/25 at Tatum; 10/9 vs. Brownsboro*; 10/16 vs. Palestine*; 10/23 vs. Kilgore*; 10/30 vs. Henderson*; 11/6 at Carthage*. * —District 9-4A Division I

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turn for his senior season. The 5-11, 190-pound linebacker will look to keep opponents from averaging 45.4 points per game like last season. Koskelin will have help coming from the defensive line with 5-10, 210-pound Xavier Ewing looking to wreak havoc for the opposing offenses. On the offensive side of the ball for Mabank the Panthers have brought in former player Kolton Browning as quarterbacks coach. Browning starred for four years at Louisiana-Monroe from 2010-13. “I’m very excited to be a part of this school and the coaching staff,” Browning said. “I’m looking forward to a great year with these kids and coaches.” Browning will be a huge asset to this staff, having played at the highest level; he will help Mabank find a quarterback that will improve the 15.3 points averaged per game last season.

Wills Point

Tigers

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Mikey Thompson

Last playoff appearance: 2007 All-time playoff appearances: 19 Returning starters: 5 offense / 5 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Whitney; 9/4 at Canton; 9/11 at Eustace; 9/18 vs. Kemp; 9/25 at Teague; 10/9 vs. Wills Point*; 10/16 at Athens*; 10/23 vs. Van*; 10/30 vs. Kaufman*; 11/6 at Crandall*. * — District 8-4A Division I

WILLS POINT TIGERS Coach:

Greg Cranfill

2014 record: 5-6 (2-3)

By MONTGOMERY BROCK // Sports Correspondent The Wills Point Tigers are looking to return to postseason play again this year following a bi-district appearance in 2014 where they lost to Liberty-Eylau. The Tigers will look slightly different on both sides of the ball, returning four starters on each side. With coach Greg Cranfill in his second season in charge of the Tigers, the team is still coming together. However, expectations are high following the playoff appearance in his first season. At quarterback will be newcomer Caden Bennett. Although he is inexperienced, the rushing game and offensive line should provide enough stability that Bennett can learn the ropes and become a productive player for the Tigers. Running back Marques Crouch provides stability within the running game for Wills Point, racking up 1,326 yards on 265 attempts last year. He is set to take

Coach:

2014 record: 1-9 (0-5)

By TREVOR PEELE // tpeele@tylerpaper.com Mikey Thompson, who was the offensive coordinator last year, will now be the man on the sidelines for Mabank. After being hired in March, Thompson’s main goal was to increase the participation in the football program. “Last season we finished with 19 kids on the varsity team and 18 kids on the JV,” Thompson said. “Since the end of the 2014 season we have increased our numbers to the point that we are looking at almost 200 kids playing football for Mabank.” The addition of new players will be a huge upside for Mabank as the Panthers are returning five starters on both sides of the ball, but even those positions aren’t secure. “The number of returning players isn’t accurate as of now; we have a lot of positions that are open,” Thompson said. Zane Koskelin, who has been on varsity since his sophomore year, will re-

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the majority of the carries again this season after averaging more than 26 attempts per game. Roddy Lambeth, Brody Bushnell and Jared Norman will be the structure for a big offensive line. Together they look to pave the way for Crouch and the offense. Defensively, Tyriq Burnett (6-0, 215) anchors the line for the Tigers. With 95 tackles, 12 sacks and 28 tackles for loss, Burnett is a disruptive force on the line. Hillarion Valdelamar joins Burnett on the defensive line with Bryan Mitchell, Chuck Smith and Sloan Rodberg rounding out the linebackers. Rodberg will see time on offense as well as at the tight end position. District 8-4A Division I competition should be tough. However, the Tigers look to improve their 2-3 district record from a year ago.

Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 26 Returning starters: 4 offense / 4 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Forney; 9/4 vs. Ferris; 9/11 at Dallas Hutchins; 9/18 at Mineola; 9/25 vs. Canton; 10/2 at Mabank*; 10/16 vs. Kaufman*; 10/23 at Crandall*; 10/30 at Van*; 11/6 vs. Athens*. * — District 8-4A Division I

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Bears

Tamrick Pace. “Xavier is just a great team player and he was the MVP of our team last year,” Hooker said. “He will play vital roles at receiver, defense and on special teams. He may not be the top stat guy in any one category, but he is among our leaders and one of our most dependable players.” Hooker said Bell should be even more explosive after a strong track season while Wright was the Bears’ most consistent offensive lineman from a year ago. “He just does not make mistakes,” Hooker said of Wright. Hooker sees Pace playing multiple positions on offense to “utilize his attributes.” Right now, Hooker plans to use a three-quarterback rotation with Pace, Bell and junior Wyatt Rinehart all expected to take snaps.

Carthage

Bulldogs

Jason Hooker

Last playoff appearance: 2010 All-time playoff appearances: 20 Returning starters: 7 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Crandall; 9/4 at Bullard; 9/11 vs. Quinlan Ford; 9/18 vs. Van; 9/25 at Rusk; 10/9 at Chapel Hill*; 10/16 vs. Henderson*; 10/23 at Carthage*; 10/30 at Kilgore*; 11/6 vs. Palestine*. * — District 9-4A Division I

CARTHAGE BULLDOGS Coach:

Scott Surratt

2014 record: 6-6 (4-1)

By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent The Carthage Bulldogs and playoff football are a regular occurrence and this year shouldn’t be different. Some District 9-4A Division I coaches believe Carthage should be the district favorite. The Bulldogs went 6-6 a year ago (4-1 in district), falling to El Campo 28-21 in the area round. Head coach Scott Surratt has 25 lettermen returning, including eight starters on offense and six on defense. The offense returns a free-wheeling quarterback with a stable of difference makers to throw to. Carthage hopes to better its 24.6 points per game average with returning junior Jarod Blissett (61, 213) back under center. The running game has always been a Carthage staple and two seniors look to carry the bulk of the load. Ravodney Hardy and Dee Hearne are big-play threats. Surratt said Hardy possesses

Coach:

2014 record: 1-9 (0-5)

By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent Playing in the brutal, newly-aligned District 9-4A Division I took its toll on a Brownsboro team that in any other league probably wouldn’t have finished in the basement. Dubbed the “District of Doom” thanks to four of the six members being recent state champions or runner-ups, Brownsboro did not fare well. The Bears would just as soon forget and move on from last year’s winless league mark and 1-9 season. Brownsboro enters the 2015 campaign with 13 returning starters — seven on offense and six on defense. “We don’t have much depth, so a big key for us will be staying healthy,” coach Jason Hooker said. “We will need to find ways to create more depth by players knowing multiple positions.” Hooker believes Brownsboro’s nucleus will be returning starters Jamal Bell, Nick Wright, Xavier Richardson and

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great vision and plenty of power to bull over opponents while Hearne is more of a speed back and someone who can take it to the house if he reaches the edge. When Carthage needs a mauler for 1and 2-yard gains, Surratt will turn to returning fullback Brewster Griffith. The receiver spot is a strong point with returner JaKeldric Jackson, who will look to do even more after posting a 60-catch, eight-touchdown season a year ago as a junior. Another receiver to watch is sophomore Hunter Townsend, who Surratt said possesses great hands and speed. Tanner Elliott is expected to shift from tight end to an offensive line spot and will be joined by Jarrod McLin, Cagan Baldree, Brandon Carlton and Kedrick Henderson.

Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 31 Returning starters: 8 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Hallsville; 9/4 at Lindale; 9/11 at Nacogdoches; 9/18 vs. Gladewater; 9/26 vs. Gilmer; 10/9 at Henderson*; 10/16 at Kilgore*; 10/23 vs. Brownsboro*; 10/30 at Palestine*; 11/6 vs. Chapel Hill*. * — District 9-4A Division I

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BULLARD PANTHERS Jake Allen(left), Mikah Hughes (right) and Drake Daly horse around on the tire swing at Bullard Children's Park but they aren't playing around when they take the field for the Bullard Panthers.

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2014 record: 7-4 (3-2) Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 6

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Schedule: 8/28 at Groesbeck; 9/4 vs. Brownsboro; 9/11 at Edgewood; 9/18 vs. China Spring; 9/25 at White Oak; 10/9 vs. Emory Rains*; 10/16 vs. Nevada Community*; 10/23 at Gilmer*; 10/30 vs. Melissa*; 11/7 at Canton*. * —District 5-4A Division II

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year ago, the Bullard Panthers returned to the postseason after being moved out of a district featuring the likes of Kilgore, Chapel Hill, Gilmer and Henderson and into one that featured four less formidable foes — and Gilmer. The Panthers finished third in District 5-4A Division II and made their first playoff since 2011 before losing in the first round. They are hoping for more success this year.

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utting a disappointing season in the rearview mirror and moving forward is what the Kilgore Bulldogs seek to accomplish in 2015. Coming off a trip to the 2013 Class 3A Division I championship to finish as state runner-up, close early-season losses and numerous injuries to key players through-

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out the season resulted in four victories — just one more than the number of combined losses each of the two previous seasons. Three of the victories, though, were against District 9-4A Division I opponents, thus continuing Kilgore’s run of consecutive playoff appearances. “We have a lot of questions and a lot

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2014 record: 1-9 (1-4)

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Robby Clark is taking over at Palestine and will want to improve immediately on last year’s 1-9 season. The Wildcats finished 1-4 in District 9-4A Division I play and return 23 lettermen from that team, including six starters on both sides of the ball. He will have to start the rebuilding at quarterback after three-year signal caller Gee Clark graduated along with several key starters. Coach Clark does have the former quarterback’s backfield mate in the fold with senior tailback DeVonte Mims. Last season Mims carried 193 times for 973 yards and also grabbed 10 passes to score a combined seven touchdowns. Senior fullback Marcus Cook also will be called upon to move the chains for the Wildcats. Palestine is loaded at receiver with seven interchangeable pieces, led by Devin Lomax, who tallied 13 catches for 224 yards and four touchdowns a year

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ago. The receivers group is comprised of seniors Keelan Yarbrough and Carlos Sepulveda, juniors Jhamonte Milton, Dishod Shelton and Irric Deyon and sophomore Roderick Deyon. All of the above are also expected to slot into a variety of defensive positions. Returning defensive end Travis Hunt (22 tackles, five for loss) is also a capable pass catcher at the tight-end spot. Three seniors will see time on both lines with Josh Tillis, Edwin Florian and Nicholas Lewis-Jones expected to be on the field a lot for Palestine. Another two-way stalwart in the trenches drawing some college interest is senior Korbin Boles. The defensive backfield will be by committee with Lomax, Irric Deyon, Yarbrough, Milton, Shelton and Roderick Deyon all expected to contribute.

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Schedule: 8/29 vs. Van; 9/5 at Jacksonville; 9/12 vs. Fairfield; 9/26 at Kaufman; 10/10 at Kilgore*; 10/17 at Chapel Hill*; 10/24 vs. Henderson*; 10/31 at Carthage*; 11/7 vs. Brownsboro*. *—District 9-4A Division I

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2014 record: 4-7 (3-2)

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round by Athens, 47-27. Pittsburg returns seven starters on offense and eight on defense. Last year’s quarterback, Billy Kimble, is moving to receiver to give Brian Baca another weapon to throw to. He is one of many at Brian Baca’s disposal with sophomores Dejour Dowell and Deldric Shields also returning. Dowell finished with 23 catches for 235 yards and rushed for 77 yards and a touchdown last season. Pittsburg is loaded with experienced players on defense. Last season’s stop unit gave up 31.2 points per game. E.J. Hill was named Defensive Lineman of the Year last year as a sophomore following a season in which he posted 33 tackles (four for loss), two sacks, one forced fumble, one fumble recovery and one safety.

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Henderson

Lions

huge part of our success last season as leaders,” Castles said. “We had a great playoff run last year that we can feed off (for this season) and (hopefully some new) leaders will step up.” Ebner, who is receiving attention from SMU and Kansas, will also see some reps as a wide receiver in a multiple position role. Joining Ebner are Tariq Gray, Tre’ Lewis, Justin Rojas and Crawford Bobbitt. Tristan Benningfield, a former offensive tackle, came on late last year after switching to tight end during the playoffs. Also a good TE/WR and a defensive monster is defensive end Nathan Boutin (6-1, 220). Also on the offensive front are Dalton Seale and T.J. McAllister. All of those linemen will see time on defense. Austin Daughtery is the lone returning starter of the front seven. Cadarius Caldwell, Keaton Hand and London Martin had good Spring sessions.

All-time playoff appearances: 21 Returning starters: 4 offense / 4 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Athens; 9/4 at Atlanta; 9/11 at Rusk; 9/18 at Newton; 9/25 at Daingerfield; 10/9 vs. Carthage*; 10/16 at Brownsboro*; 10/23 vs. Palestine*; 10/30 at Chapel Hill*; 11/6 vs. Kilgore*. * — District 9-4A Division I

Robert Ivey

2014 record: 5-5 (1-4)

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Last playoff appearance: 2014

Coach:

Eagles

Phil Castles

CANTON EAGLES

CANTON The Canton Eagles were flying high last season after going 4-1 in non-district play and looking to district battles with the likes of Gilmer, Bullard, Melissa and others in District 5-4A Division II. However an injury to quarterback Chandler Eiland halted that strong start. The Eagles won one district game and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2011. After losing its first three district games, Canton was all but mathematically out of the playoff race despite defeating Rains in Week 9. A loss to Bullard in the last game of the season ended its chance at back-to-back playoff berths. Seven offensive and eight defensive starters return to get back on track. The experience from Eiland’s replacement at quarterback, Hunter Moore, could do just that. Running back Jordan Jackson returns to lead the offense after rushing for more

Coach:

2014 record: 11-3 (4-1)

By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent

Henderson delivered quite a turnaround season last year. The Lions improved by 11 wins over a 3-7 campaign in 2013 and reached the regional finals before being stopped by eventual state champion Navasota. “No doubt, we have got some huge shoes to fill,” said coach Phil Castles, who begins his third year. “We have to replace a quarterback, running back, our leading tackler at linebacker and six or seven on the defensive front.” It all starts with quarterback. Junior Matthew Childers and sophomore Trey Hall look to be front runners for the position as Henderson replaces Zane Boles, who is now at Mary Hardin-Baylor. Another graduate who joined UMHB is running back Randy Davis. Castles will try to fill his void with Lynn Freeney and Trestan Ebner. “We lost not only good players in Zane and Randy, but they were also both a

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than 600 yards last season. Receivers Trey Fitzgerald and Logan Nance return to complement Moore. J.B. Medley also returns to help a young offensive line mature. With returnees at every skill position, the Eagles could put up points this year and if a young offensive line comes around to help Medley, the running game could be solid. Defensively, linebackers John Cade and Brazos Hesskew return to lead on that side of the ball. Defensive lineman Mason Baugh and defensive back Nance return to help turn around a unit that gave up more than 34 points per game last year. Defense was a weakness for last year’s team as it allowed more than 35 points in each of its five losses and allowed at least 25 in each of the five district games.

Last playoff appearance: 2013 All-time playoff appearances: 10 Returning starters: 7 offense / 8 defense Schedule: 8/27 vs. Grace Community; 9/4 vs. Mabank; 9/11 at Crandall; 9/18 vs. Spring Hill; 9/25 at Wills Point; 10/9 at Nevada Community*; 10/16 vs. Gilmer*; 10/23 at Melissa*; 10/30 at Emory Rains*; 11/7 at Bullard*. * — District 5-4A Division II

GLADEWATER

Bears

GLADEWATER BEARS Coach:

John Berry

2014 record: 11-2 (5-0)

By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent

Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 23

Now in his second year as the head man, John Berry and his Bears are within reach of a repeat as District 6-4A Division II champions. Minus All-American and current Texas A&M Aggie Daylon Mack and several key players due to graduation, the Bears will make adjustments on offense. Returning three running backs with varsity experience will help with that. The Bears went undefeated in league play last year and finished 11-2 on the season. Their lone setbacks were to an out-ofstate school (Bossier City Parkway, Louisiana) in pre-district and to eventual state champion Gilmer in a 41-35 nail biter in the third round of the playoffs. The 14 lettermen who return from that squad are ready to pick up where they left off in 2014. “We intend to uphold responsibility

to those players and coaches that worked very hard to make Gladewater a football name in the state of Texas,” said Berry, an assistant for four years before taking the head job last season. “We lost a very talented player in Daylon Mack and he can’t be replaced. “In addition, we lost the nucleus of the most efficient offense I have been around with the graduation of (several key contributors). Along with Mack at D-tackle, the defense also graduated seven starters.” Caleb Williams will direct the Bears’ two-back base offense. A wide receiver last season, Williams made 26 catches for 423 yards and three touchdowns. Now, he will be throwing passes. Joining him in the backfield is two-way RB/LB standout Marcello Jackson.

Schedule: 8/28 at Daingerfield; 9/4 at Pittsburg; 9/12 vs. Parkway; 9/18 at Carthage; 9/25 vs. Kilgore; 10/9 at Tatum*; 10/16 vs. Atlanta*; 10/23 at Pleasant Grove*; 10/30 at Spring Hill*; 11/6 vs. Center*. * — District 6-4A Division II

TATUM EAGLES

TATUM

Coach:

Eagles

Andy Evans

2014 record: 7-6 (3-2)

By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent The Tatum Eagles and football playoffs have become as commonplace as the downtown oil rigs in Kilgore. Still pumping and grinding out a top-grade product, year-in and year-out. Andy Evans is now in his 12th year with the Eagles, who are enjoying a run of 13-straight playoff appearances. You can also throw in state titles in 2005 and 2006. Despite losing four to the collegiate ranks, the Eagles boast several returners and some newcomers. “We play arguably one of the toughest schedules in the state,” Evans said of a slate that opens against Class 4A Division II finalist Newton followed by 4A Division II champion Gilmer. In District 6-4A Division II play, Tatum will square off against quarterfinalist Gladewater. The quarterback spot is going to be in the very capable hands of three-year

Returning starters: 5 offense / 4 defense

starter J.D. Taylor. Running back is a spot that was highly competitive in the spring. Juniors Demarcus Earl Josh Ivy and Tavian Ray will all see plenty of carries. In the receiving corps, Detorian Smith, Chris Jenkins, Spencer Liles and Kedric Boyd will be ones to watch. At tight end, Shay Rodgers, has the size, good speed and sure hands to be drawing loads of college mail. On the offensive front, Devan Carradine is a good anchor at 5-9, 270-pounds. He is joined by Roderick Davis and Dylan Grisham as returning starters. The defense returns four starters, led up front by Colby Blackman, who garnered all-district honors last season. The quartet of linebackers will see the return of Decalen Hicks, one of the Eagles’ returning top tacklers.

Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 32 Returning starters: 4 offense / 4 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Newton; 9/11 at Gilmer; 9/18 vs. Liberty-Eylau; 9/25 vs. Chapel Hill; 10/2 at Hardin-Jefferson; 10/9 vs. Gladewater*/ 10/16 at Center*; 10/23 vs. Spring Hill*; 10/30 vs. Atlanta*; 11/6 at Pleasant Grove*. * — District 6-4A Division II

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EMORY RAINS

Wildcats

By NATHAN WRIGHT // nwright@tylerpaper.com Two seasons ago Rains made the playoffs with one district victory. The tiebreakers worked out in the Wildcats’ favor despite going 1-3 in league play. Then the UIL stepped in and made things a little tougher for the Wildcats. The UIL placed Rains in a district with Bullard, Gilmer, Canton, Melissa and Nevada Community. Melissa won a state championship in 2011 and Gilmer went on to win a state title last season. Needless to say, the Wildcats struggled against those teams, winning only one league game. Gilmer, Bullard and Melissa — three of the four teams that Rains lost to — went on to make the playoffs. The Wildcats hope to replace one of those three in the playoff mix this season. The Wildcats return seven offensive and six defensive starters. Ryan Ratliff and Austin Nelson both started games last year for Rains and receiver Michael White also played a big part in the offense.

With that duo returning, the Wildcats could do some damage through the air and will look to a newcomer at the running back position to pick up the production lost from the graduation of Markell Spigner (1,049 yards and 13 touchdowns) and McKenna Melton (1,168 yards and 11 touchdowns). The leading returning rusher for Rains is Ratliff, who rushed for 232 yards and eight touchdowns. With the exception of returning starter Armando Cortes, the Wildcats will have a young, inexperienced offensive line. Defensively, Rains will look to Cortes as well to help guide a relatively young group. Cortes will be joined by returning starter Mason Krantz at linebacker, who had 89 tackles and four sacks last season. Also returning are Matt Collins, who had 40 tackles and seven sacks, and Chris Goforth, who had 28 tackles and two sacks.

Buckeyes

By PHILLIP WILLIAMS // Sports Correspondent

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Coach:

Derek Smith

2014 record: 4-6 (1-4) Last playoff appearance: 2013 All-time playoff appearances: 10 Returning starters: 7 offense / 6 defense Schedule: Farmersville; 9/18 vs. Quitman; 9/25 at Sabine; 10/9 at Bullard*; 10/16 vs. Melissa*; 10/23 at Nevada Community*; 10/30 vs. Canton*; 11/6 at Gilmer*. * — District 5-4A Division II

GILMER BUCKEYES

GILMER

Over the past dozen seasons, Matt Turner helped mastermind the Gilmer Buckeyes’ three state championships as offensive coordinator for head coach Jeff Traylor. With Traylor’s departure to become an assistant coach at the University of Texas, Turner finds himself with his first head job after 33 years in coaching. He wants to lead Gilmer to a repeat of its 2014 Class 4A Division II state championship. And he has what no doubt will be a chilling message for Buckeye opponents. “I would say we’ll be a pretty typical Gilmer team,” Turner said. That news will be about as welcome in his team’s loop — District 5-4A Division II — as an earthquake. Considering that the Buckeyes have bounded into the playoffs for the past 14 years, including five state title games during Turner’s tenure, and consider-

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ing that his old boss Traylor amassed a 175-26 mark in his 15 years, the news of a “typical Gilmer team” is as potentially devastating as a tidal wave. Turner said the Buckeyes have more kids that can run well than in past years, not surprising after Gilmer won the boys state track title after a 16-0 football season. The Buckeyes also have good size and experience with 22 to 24 returning lettermen, including eight defensive and three offensive starters. “We’re excited … every year because it’s just another opportunity for another team to be the best it can be,” Turner said. While the word around Gilmer is that the 2015 squad is even better than last year’s, Turner declines to compare a current team to a past one. “I never try to do that because to me each team is unique,” he said.

Coach:

Matt Turner

2014 record: 16-0 (6-0) Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 34 Returning starters: 3 offense / 8 defense Schedule: 8/27 vs. Liberty-Eylau; 9/4 vs. Pine Tree; 9/11 vs. Tatum; 9/18 vs. Daingerfield; 9/26 vs. Carthage; 10/9 vs. Melissa*; 10/16 at Canton*; 10/23 vs. Bullard*; 10/30 at Nevada Community*; 11/6 vs. Rains*. * — District 5-4A Division II

SPRING HILL

Panthers

By REID KERR // Sports Correspondent

Kelly Mercer takes over a Spring Hill program that is ready for improvement after missing out on the playoffs for an eighth-straight year. The Panthers return 17 lettermen, with five starters back on offense and six back for the defense from a team that went 2-8 overall and 1-4 in District 6-4A Division II. Mercer was offensive coordinator at Plano West, where guided an offense that averaged 46.9 points and 438.4 yards per game last season. To turn things around at Spring Hill, the new coach said some young players will have to step up and grow up fast. Mercer is looking to Garrett Self to be the starting quarterback. Self stepped in after the first two QBs went down to injury last season. Self finished out the year going 59 of 138 for 928 yards, 12 TDs and eight interceptions. On the ground, Self rushed 69 times for 454 yards and four scores. “We are going to need to run the ball

and we have several players that are trying to fill some big shoes,” Mercer said, “In order make the passing game go, we need to establish a good ground game, so finding another running back is going to be big for us.” Back at receiver are Scott Deal, who made 19 catches for 422 yards and three TDs, and Kevian Foreman, who posted 15 snags for 233 yards and three scores. Deal doubles up as a safety and Foreman will play a corner spot. On the offensive line are some more two-way players. Cameron Hawkins is at left tackle with Carter Shelton at guard and Hunter Hicks at center. But as last year proved, a team is only as good as its backups — and sometimes third string. “One of our big keys is going to be finding depth,” Mercer said. “We are going to have several two-way guys that are going to need to be ready and if some younger guys can step up and give them a break, it will pay off late in games for us.”

Coach:

Kelly Mercer

2014 record: 2-8 (1-4) Last playoff appearance: 2007 All-time playoff appearances: 13 Returning starters: 5 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Winnsboro; 9/4 vs. Van; 9/11 at White Oak; 9/18 at Canton; 9/25 vs. Hughes Springs; 10/9 at Center*; 10/16 vs. Pleasant Grove*; 10/23 at Tatum*; 10/30 vs. Gladewater*; 11/6 at Atlanta* * — District 6-4A Division II

RUSK EAGLES

RUSK

Coach:

Eagles

Ted Patton

2014 record: 4-6 (1-4)

By REID KERR // Sports Correspondent

Rusk went 4-6 last season and missed the playoffs, but head coach Ted Patton is still encouraged by how well his team played on offense. It was the first time the Eagles ran out of the spread and Patton said the results were impressive. “Even though it was our first year in the new system we set eleven school records on offense,” Patton said. “I feel really confident in the spread for this year. We feel like we’ll be able to move the ball again. We just need to find some guys to fill in on the offensive line.” Rusk brings back 17 lettermen with seven starters on each side of the ball returning. Perhaps even more important to the team, Patton said his entire coaching staff returns from last year. “Having continuity is big, especially when you’re using a new system,” he said. “We didn’t have any turnover at all on the coaching staff. The kids can rely

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on that stability.” Another thing the Eagles can rely on is wide receiver Isiah Francis, who was alldistrict both his sophomore and junior years at two different positions. Last season Francis had 60 catches for 1,044 yards. “Isiah is a dynamic player,” Patton said. “He’s a great athlete; he was an alldistrict running back for us as a sophomore. When we went to the spread we moved him to wide receiver and he was all-district there too. Last year he set a Rusk record for receptions and receiving yards.” Francis will be catching passes from junior quarterback Jake Hugghins, who was honorable mention all-state as a sophomore. While Rusk has seven defensive starters back, Patton admits they’ll be young on that side of the ball.

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eight interceptions and two fumble recoveries, returning two picks and one fumble for touchdowns. Also back in the secondary are DBs Aaron Stanford, Kartney Hampton, Cameron Sorenson and Kourtland Sinches. Sophomore linebacker Michael Drennon was district Newcomer of the Year last year. On offense, Crawford and Chantz Perkins are back and both will run behind mammoth tackles Austin (6-4, 280) and Riley Anderson (6-5, 280), who are Texas A&M commits. Last season Crawford finished with 1,215 yards passing and nine touchdowns while rushing for 1,895 yards and 26 scores. Perkins, a junior tailback, stuffed the stat sheet even more with 2,214 yards rushing and 24 touchdowns. On special teams, Mineola sports senior kicker Willie Tinajero, who earned All-ET second-team honors last season with two game-winning field goals while converting 8 of 10 FGs with a long of 37 and 61 of 63 PATs. On kickoffs, Tinajero produced 32 touchbacks. “We are going to come into two-a-days and outwork everybody,” Perkins said. “It doesn’t matter if they have circled us on the schedule or if they consider us the underdog like last year, if we outwork them the result will come in our favor.”

MINEOLA YELLOWJACKETS Coach:

Joe Drennon

2014 record: 12-4 (5-0)

Mineola

Yellowjackets By CHRIS PARRY // cparry@tylerpaper.com ast year was not an aberration. Mineola dropped its first three games and then went on a 12game winning streak to reach the state championship game and finish as Class 3A Division I runner-up, the Yellowjackets’ best season in school history. Now the task is trying to not only duplicate last season’s success, but also take it one step further and bring back a state title. “There are teams that are going to come and try to beat us, but I think we need to just play like we did last year,” Mineola junior quarterback Jeremiah Crawford said. “If we just (pick up) where (we left off) last year, we shouldn’t

have a problem.” One immediate problem for Mineola is replacing several defensive standouts the ’Jackets lost to graduation. Gone are defensive tackle Trevor Keener (All-East Texas Defensive MVP), linebacker Juan Vargas (district Defensive MVP, All-ET first team) and defensive end Casey Gilbreath (All-ET first team). But those are the only lost starters. Mineola returns its entire secondary, which surrendered a miniscule 114 yards passing per game last season, 300 of which came in the state final loss. Junior defensive back Noah Sneed leads the way after he garnered first-team All-East Texas honors with 81 tackles,

Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 20 Returning starters: 8 offense / 8 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Elysian Fields; 9/4 at Winnsboro; 9/11 at Lone Oak; 9/18 vs. Wills Point; 9/25 at Omaha Paul Pewitt; 10/9 vs. White Oak*; 10/16 vs. Harmony*; 10/23 at Jefferson*; 10/30 vs. Sabine*; 11/6 at Quitman*. * — District 8-3A Division I

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Senior running back Isaiah Baker, left, and junior quarterback Kayce Medlock toss the ball around in downtown Arp. Photo by Andrew D. Brosig

ARP

Tigers By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent rp’s staple for the past three years, Marcalas Johnson, has graduated. So, someone needs to step up and fill the void that the District MVP and now Stephen F. Austin Lumberjack provided. The defense also lost a superstar to the collegiate ranks with defensive end Tyrone Hunt now donning the green and gold of the Baylor Bears. But head coach Dale Irwin believes there are plenty of returners and newcomers to pick up where the standouts left off. “We should have a good passing game with the return of our quarterback and several good receivers,” Irwin said. “And much like the other schools in the district, we have several two-way players that are not very big, so depth is a concern. “Staying healthy will be key for us, too.” Posting a 7-5 ledger in 2013, the Tigers improved to 9-2 last season and beat Hooks before bowing out to Gunter in the area round.

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Kayce Medlock is back under center and will look to use his pass and run threat to good effect. Last season, Medlock completed 60 of 110 passes for 1,076 yards and 10 TDs and rushed 49 times for 525 yards and nine scores. Medlock has at least two proven receivers returning. Tommy Reese posted 20 grabs for 422 yards and three TDs. Reese is also a star on defense. Last season he finished with 50 tackles, four interceptions and two fumble recoveries. Tyler Stewart also plays offense and defense for Arp. As a receiver Stewart tallied 22 catches for 418 yards and three scores and defensively he totaled 43 tackles and one interception. Terry Nance is a multi-spot player for the Tigers offense at H-back and tight end. As an inside linebacker, Nance made 25 tackles, two of those for a loss. Up front, sophomore Mack Stroupe will play one tackle spot. He played 11 games at defensive end last season. Cody Blair will also play both ways at guard and end.

ARP TIGERS Coach:

Dale Irwin

2014 record: 9-2 (6-1) Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 19 Returning starters: 6 offense / 4 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Paul-Pewitt; 9/4 vs. Hughes Springs; 9/11 vs. Franklin; 9/25 vs. West Rusk*; 10/2 at Winona*; 10/9 vs. Waskom*; 10/16 at Troup*; 10/23 at New Diana*; 10/30 vs. Elysian Fields*; 11/6 at Frankston*. * — District 8-3A Division II

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WHITE OAK

Roughnecks

By MONTGOMERY BROCK // Sports Correspondent White Oak is entering the season with expectations of another playoff year. Second-year coach Kris Iske took his squad to the bi-district round in his first season, losing a close matchup to Redwater. With 15 returning starters including eight on offense and seven on defense, the team will have a strong foundation on which to build. Cade Palmer is slated to be the quarterback and leader of the offense. Although he did not play a ton last season, his sample was impressive. Palmer recorded six passing touchdowns on 49 attempts. He finished 30 of 49 with 395 yards in the air. His team will look forward to seeing consistent production given more playing time this season. Palmer’s primary target could be returning wide out Dax Davis, who snagged 33 passes for 466 yards and sev-

en touchdowns last season. The offensive line consisting of Caden Bevis (6-0, 247), Dustin Griffin, Austin Bobbitt and Carter Wheat will be a key to the success of the Roughnecks offense both in the passing and running game. Running back Carlos Camacho (5-7, 152) is ready to carry the load for the Roughnecks. Linebacker Swade Smith tallied 117 tackles for the Roughneck defense. Of those, 25 were behind the line of scrimmage combined with two sacks and two interceptions. Smith looks to provide that same production this year. Chris Boyd is a factor on the defensive line for White Oak, recording nine tackles for loss and five sacks last year. Boyd totaled 58 tackles on the year, anchoring the defensive front.

Harmony

Eagles

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Coach:

Kris Iske

2014 record: 7-4 (4-1) Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 33 Returning starters: 8 offense / 7 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Redwater; 9/4 vs. Mount Vernon; 9/11 vs. Spring Hill; 9/18 at Tenaha; 9/25 vs. Bullard; 10/9 at Mineola*; 10/16 vs. Sabine*; 10/23 at Harmony*; 10/30 vs. Quitman*; 11/6 at Jefferson*. * — District 8-3A Division I

HARMONY EAGLES Coach:

Tim Russell

2014 record: 3-7 (1-4)

By PHILLIP WILLIAMS // Sports Correspondent Entering the 2014 season, Harmony Eagles coach Tim Russell brimmed with optimism that his team had a shot at plunking into the Class 3A playoff picnic. And then injuries derailed everything. Starting quarterback Zack Smith suffered an injury in the season opener and played sparingly the rest of the year. Russell said Smith’s ailment was one of “several injuries that really set us back” en route to a 3-7 record. But with the 2015 campaign looming, the Russell said they feel good aboutplayoff prospects. “I feel good about most areas,” Russell said, adding that last year’s state finalist Mineola, White Oak and Jefferson are the teams to beat in District 8-3A Division I. Among reasons Russell relishes coaching this season is that he has “really strong, solid football players,” a “solid offensive line” with some gridders who weigh around 300 pounds and that his

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squadron is very experienced with 21 returning lettermen. The veterans include a solid senior class numbering 17 players, “a lot for us.” Russell has nine starters returning on defense and seven on offense (including a single two-way starter). He said he believes that one of those familiar faces, sophomore quarterback Spencer Seahorn, is “going to have a great career” after being forced into starting as a freshman when Smith was injured. Others who Russell say are key players are senior LB Hunter Anderson, who was all-district last year, junior RB Mike Edmonson and senior free safety Zac Thompson, who made all-district last season and will be marking his third year as a starter. The coach also lauds junior offensive right tackle/safety Jeremy Dawson (a “tough, smart, strong” close-to300-pounder).

Last playoff appearance: 2013 All-time playoff appearances: 10 Returning starters: 7 offense / 9 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Hooks; 9/4 vs. Palestine Westwood; 9/11 vs. Grand Saline; 9/18 at Hawkins; 9/25 vs. Prairiland; 10/9 vs. Quitman*; 10/16 at Mineola*; 10/23 vs. White Oak*; 10/30 vs. Jefferson*; 11/6 at Sabine*. * — District 8-3A Division I

ELKHART

Elks

“Traylon has really come along,” Wells said. “He’s developed physically in the last year. He’s our leader on defense; he had 91 tackles last year.” On offense the Elks bring back seven starters, including senior running back Zack Gray, who rushed for 1,128 yards and 16 touchdowns as a junior. Gray was also fourth in the state in powerlifting in the offseason. “He’s got a great combination of speed and strength,” Wells said. “He not big, but he’s strong and fast. He can score every time he touches the ball. Last year was his first to play running back so we expect even more from him this season.” Elkhart has seniors at receiver with Chad Taylor, Alex Flores and Jackson Adair. Wells said that experience will help as they try to replace record-setting quarterback Austin Sheridan.

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Sam Wells

Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 16 Returning starters: 7 offense / 9 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Buffalo; 9/4 vs. Leon; 9/11 at Mildred; 9/18 at Trinity; 9/25 vs. Huntington; 10/9 at Eustace*; 10/16 at Malakoff*; 10/23 vs. Kemp*; 10/30 at Westwood*; 11/6 vs. Teague*. * — District 11-3A Division I

EUSTACE BULLDOGS Coach:

Heath Ragle

2014 record: 4-6 (1-4)

By REID KERR // Sports Correspondent Eustace dropped to 4-6 last year and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2010. Coach Heath Ragle said this year the Bulldogs are a young team. “This’ll be the youngest team in terms of experience and starters that I’ve ever had,” Ragle said. “We’ve got a great district and a tough pre-district schedule, so we’ll have to mature quickly. But we’ve got physical kids. We’ve always had that. It’s a tradition at Eustace. That’s the way our kids are.” The Bulldogs return 15 lettermen but only two starters on offense and three on defense. Senior tailback Keenan Hargest returns and Ragle is looking forward to having him healthy. “Keenan had 1,200 yards last year,” Ragle said. “In the first two games, he ran for 230 yards in both. He got nicked up after that, but he still scored 14 touchdowns for us. He’s a hard worker, a great scholar and athlete. He’ll probably

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2014 record: 6-5 (3-2)

By REID KERR // Sports Correspondent Elkhart has put together back-toback playoff seasons under Sam Wells and the coach said the big senior class can keep that string going. “We’ve taken a step each year in the right direction,” said fourth-year coach Wells. “We got better that first year and then we’ve made the playoffs the next two. This year, we’ve set the goal to win a playoff game. We want to raise that bar.” None of Elkhart’s players were born the last time the Elks won a playoff game. In 1991 Elkhart reached the quarterfinals, taking down New Waverly (7014), Arp (34-6) and Hughes Springs (200) along the way. Many of Elkhart’s seniors have been starters since they were sophomores and Wells said that kind of experience will be huge. The Elks have nine starters back on defense, including senior Traylon Swanson on the line.

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be the valedictorian of his class.” With few returning starters, Eustace will lean heavily on experienced players like junior Micah Stone, who played fullback and linebacker and piled up 475 yards, 37 tackles and two sacks. “He’s going to play some free safety for us, too,” Ragle said. “He’s just a football player, the most physical guy we have.” Senior Hayden Plunk is another player Eustace will count on for leadership. “He’s Mr. Reliable,” Ragle said. “He’ll play defensive end and tight end for us and he just gets better and better. He’s a sideline-to-sideline kid; he gives max effort every day. He’s played on our playoff teams, so one of his jobs is to teach the young kids what it takes to get back to that level.” Eustace faces an uphill climb in its district, which Ragle said will be strong.

Last playoff appearance: 2013 All-time playoff appearances: 11 Returning starters: 2 offense / 3 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Bishop Gorman; 9/4 at Sunnyvale; 9/11 vs. Mabank; 9/18 at Scurry-Rosser; 9/25 vs. Mildred; 10/9 vs. Elkhart*; 10/16 at Kemp*; 10/23 vs. Palestine Westwood*; 10/30 at Teague; 11/6 vs. Malakoff*. * — District 11-3A Division I

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MALAKOFF

Tigers

senior Jake Wolverton and sophomore Judd Miller, with whoever wins the job throwing to junior receivers Tyler Russell and Q.T. Barker. Russell led the team last year in receptions while Barker led in yardage and receiving touchdowns. Last season’s district Most Valuable Player, Dylan Grimm, will return at middle linebacker, but also see more time on the offensive side of the ball as well. “He’s obviously been a big player for us on defense,” Driskell said about Grimm. “He’ll be a big part as running back, too. He’ll step right in there where we need him.” Grimm will be joined on defense by junior A.J. Cook, who Driskell said could play a variety of positions.

Panthers

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Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 15 Returning starters: 5 offense / 5 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Mildred; 9/4 at Daingerfield; 9/11 vs. Kerens; 9/18 vs. Edgewood; 9/25 at Scurry-Rosser; 10/9 vs. Westwood*; 10/16 vs. Elkhart*; 10/23 at Teague*; 10/30 vs. Kemp*; 11/6 at Eustace*. * — District 11-3A Division I

PALESTINE WESTWOOD PANTHERS Coach:

Kevin Hayes

2014 record: 7-4 (2-3)

By REID KERR // Sports Correspondent

Jamie Driskell

Driskell said his team will be young, with questions to answer at the start of the season.

WESTWOOD Palestine Westwood rebounded from a 1-9 team in 2013 to a 7-4 playoff team last season, its first postseason trip since 2008. Head coach Kevin Hayes said his players are hungry for more. “That was a great start,” Hayes said. “Now we’ve had a full year’s offseason in our system and the kids have had a year under our staff. We’ve got a lot of lettermen coming back, so the offseason was huge for us. We got a lot stronger.” Westwood brings back eight starters on offense including a pair of running backs. Seniors Steven Green and Kaigan Baker both rushed for more than 1,000 yards last season and they’ll be joined by junior Red Horse Warren at the wing position. The team also returns its offensive line from last year, including Malik Benson, Freedom Thompson, Logan Rogers and Wes Carnley, who Hayes said will move

Coach:

2014 record: 9-2 (4-1)

By REID KERR // Sports Correspondent When Jamie Driskell took over the Malakoff program in 2009, he inherited an 0-10 squad. Since then, they’ve been a playoff team all six years, compiling a 5416 record. Now in his seventh year, Driskell said his players have really raised the expectations. “Our kids expect to be successful and go to the playoffs,” Driskell said. “They hold each other accountable even more now. Back when I got here, we were just trying to establish a family-type atmosphere. We’ve built that and our mindset has changed a bit — it’s a different situation now. The kids have high expectations and they pass that down.” Malakoff was 9-2 last season with its only regular-season loss to district champion Teague. This year’s team returns five starters on each side and some change at the skill positions. The quarterback battle will be between

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into the center spot after primarily playing defensive line last season. The Panthers will need to replace their quarterback. Hayes said senior D.J. Hicks will likely take over the role. “He’s probably our senior that’s being recruited the heaviest,” Hayes said. “He’ll also play free safety and return kicks.” Westwood brings back seven starters on defense, including all-district defensive end Danny Burns at DB and senior Armando Vinaja on the line. While his team brings back a good number of starters and players with experience, Hayes said Westwood still needs to establish an identity. “The second year is big,” Hayes said, “Because it’s the second year in the system. They know us better, we know them better and you can do more. We just need to get in big games and win them.”

Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 5 Returning starters: 8 offense / 7 defense Schedule:8/28 at Huntington; 9/4 at Harmony; 9/11 vs. Buffalo; 9/25 vs. Maypearl; 10/2 at Anderson-Shiro; 10/9 vs. Malakoff*; 10/16 vs. Teague*; 10/23 at Eustace*; 10/30 vs. Elkhart*; 11/6 at Kemp*. * — District 11-3A Division I

QUITMAN

Bulldogs

end Chris Wood are both looking to contribute offensively this season as well for the Bulldogs. The defense will be led by returning starters Rowdy Teaff at defensive end and Ty Moss in the defensive backfield. Hunter Patterson and Fabian Roman look to impact the secondary for the Quitman defense. Coach John Woodard is in his second season at the helm of the Bulldogs and will look to bounce back from a 0-10 regular season in 2014. With sixteen returning starters, the Bulldogs look to improve their standing within District 8-3A Division I while placing more marks in the win column.

John Woodard

Last playoff appearance: 2010 All-time playoff appearances: 12 Returning starters: 8 offense / 8 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Big Sandy; 9/4 vs. Bishop Gorman; 9/11 vs. Winnsboro; 9/18 at Emory Rains; 9/25 vs. Caddo Mills; 10/9 at Harmony*; 10/16 vs. Jefferson*; 10/23 at Sabine*; 10/30 at White Oak*; 11/6 vs. Mineola*. * — District 8-3A Division I

SABINE CARDINALS

SABINE

Coach:

Cardinals

Mark Comfort

2014 record: 6-5 (3-2))

By MONTGOMERY BROCK // Sports Correspondent Mark Comfort and the Sabine Cardinals experienced what no team in school history had done since 1985 — a playoff game. Even more impressive was it came following a one-win season in 2013. Sabine went 6-5 in 2014, taken out in the bi-district round by Winnsboro. Now Comfort and the Cardinals aim to do something never done. Win a playoff game. But first Sabine has to get back to the postseason. Although they will be returning 11 starters this season, the losses of key players — including quarterback Tanner Sharp and linebackers Grant Key and Sam Smith — will provide a challenge. Offensively the Cardinals will focus on their running game, looking for production from several players. Fullback Dain Duncan, who was injured after two

Coach:

2014 record: 0-10 (0-5)

By MONTGOMERY BROCK // Sports Correspondent Following two straight losing seasons, the Bulldogs look to turn their luck around in 2015. Returning eight starters on both sides of the ball is a step in the right direction for a Quitman team that hasn’t seen the playoffs since 2011. Cameron Peek (6-0, 170) returns as starting quarterback for the Bulldogs as well as linemen Dalton Thompson (5-10, 225) and Francisco Ramirez (5-10, 215), who will be important pieces for the Bulldogs’ running game. Leading the way in the ground attack will be Joel Head and running back A. J. Dunn. Head will return after sharing time playing fullback with running back Neal Davenport last season. Wide out Andrews Gutierrez and tight

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games last season, will be a key piece of the team’s rushing attack. Running backs Tevin Roberts and Kade Taylor as well as fullback Glenn George also look to receive a substantial number of snaps for the Cardinals. The offensive line will be a key factor and tackle Bo Bates will be back again this year to anchor the group. Safety Jordan Steigman (6-3, 190) will lead a rebuilding defense. Defensive lineman Slate Wiseman (6-1, 190), safety Caden Clifford and linebacker Taylor Stidham will round out a developing defensive lineup. Sabine has the will for a postseason return, but it will not be easy getting out of District 8-3A Division I, which features state runner-up Mineola and 2013 semifinalist White Oak.

Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 6 Returning starters: 7 offense / 4 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Queen City; 9/4 vs. Frankston; 9/11 vs. West Rusk; 9/18 at Winnsboro; 9/25 vs. Rains; 10/9 at Jefferson*; 10/16 at White Oak*; 10/23 vs. Quitman*; 10/30 at Mineola*; 11/6 vs. Harmony*. * — District 8-3A Division I

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Panthers

the rock with Wright and junior running back Freddie Reeves, who mostly played linebacker last year but averaged 6.6 yards per carry when he ran the ball. Offensive linemen Carter Lennon, Jon Morales, Blake Reynolds and Chris Kellis will be tasked with keeping Harle and Wright going as far as possible. On defense, linebacker Logan Culp is the top returning tackler, finishing with 83 tackles last year, second best on the unit. Reeves is next on the list of returners with 44 a year ago while incoming senior linebacker Kyle Morrow followed at 36. The Panthers’ JV squad went 10-0 in 2014 and should only further boost AlbaGolden’s prospects. With more starters returning than any other District 6-3A Division II playoff teams from last year, expectations are on the rise for the Panthers.

EDGEWOOD

Bulldogs

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Ron Callahan

Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 5 Returning starters: 9 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Cumby; 9/4 at Hawkins; 9/11 at Quinlan Boles; 9/18 at Whitewright; 9/25 vs. Big Sandy; 10/9 vs. Edgewood*; 10/16 at Grand Saline*; 10/23 vs. Paris Chisum*; 10/30 vs. Cooper*; 11/6 at Lone Oak*. * — District 6-3A Division II

EDGEWOOD BULLDOGS Coach:

Ryan Simmons

2014 record: 3-8 (2-3)

By TRAVIS YOESTING // tyoesting@tylerpaper.com Last year when Edgewood won, the Bulldogs won big. But when they lost, they also lost big. Unfortunately for Edgewood, there was more of the latter in a 3-8 season, but with 12 starters returning, the Bulldogs are hoping for more than a lopsided firstround playoff exit. Edgewood won three games by an average of 31.3 points per game, but lost eight times with an average margin of 25.9 points. Finding a quarterback to replace Jackson Tyner (Rice) will be coach Ryan Simmons’ top priority. Tyner was one of five all-district players who graduated but the team has just as many such players returning. Edgewood brings back two-way standouts in Tye Elie and Devin Davison, who both earned first-team all-district honors on both sides of the ball.

Coach:

2014 record: 6-5 (2-3)

By TRAVIS YOESTING // tyoesting@tylerpaper.com Alba-Golden ended a 23-year playoff drought in 2011 and made the postseason in three of the last four years. Coach Gary Schultz, hired in 2009, gave the Panthers three appearances in the big dance, one more than the program had in its history prior to his arrival. Last year he gave Alba-Golden its first back-to-back trips to the playoffs. Now the Panthers want to take another step forward by surpassing the 2011 team’s school record of seven wins, but they’ll do so with new coach Ron Callahan. With nine offensive and six defensive starters returning, A-G will be looking for another breakthrough season. Dalton Wright is back at running back after putting up 1,200 yards last year. The 6-2, 240-pound senior has 4.8 speed and is no small task to bring down. Dylan Harle returns as center, though the Panthers are likely to keep pounding

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Elie ran for 780 yards as a sophomore and starred as a linebacker while Davison, a senior, provides talent at receiver and defensive back and is one of the team’s fastest players. Defensively, lineman Taylor McKibben and linebackers Clayton Cox and Gerardo Moreno will feature prominently. Duncan Hoedabeck and Justin Harvey will be crucial on the offensive line. The Bulldogs open the year in the Tyler Ford/Brook Hill Wounded Warrior Bowl Weekend in Bullard. Edgewood will be paired with Marco Island Academy out of South Florida, giving both teams a chance to play someone from out of state. As for Texas, the Bulldogs will want more than two wins in District 6-3A Division II, though that was enough to reach the playoffs for the third straight year.

Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 18 Returning starters: 5 offense / 7 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Marco Island Academy (Fla.); 9/4 at Clarksville; 9/11 vs. Bullard; 9/18 at Malakoff; 9/25 vs. Commerce; 10/9 at Alba-Golden*; 10/16 vs. Cooper*; 10/23 at Lone Oak*; 10/30 at Paris Chisum*; 11/6 vs. Grand Saline*. * — District 6-3A Division II

GRAND SALINE

Indians

nor Lowe is one to keep an eye on. Among eight starters back on offense is quarterback Trent Easley. As a sophomore, Easley took over the starting job for the final eight games, completing 61 of 122 passes for 826 yards. Forged in the fire of a harsh season, Easley threw seven touchdowns and eight interceptions. Easley’s top options will be handing off to Andy Gibson or throwing to Aaron Bolin. Gibson put up 606 yards and five TDs as a junior while Bolin hauled in 16 passes for 275 yards. The Indians averaged 19.2 points per game a season ago. After two winless campaigns to start his tenure, coach Michael Ridge will be hoping a third time’s the charm for the Indians.

FRANKSTON

Indians

Michael Ridge

Last playoff appearance: 2009 All-time playoff appearances: 25 Returning starters: 8 offense / 10 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Frankston; 9/4 at Winona; 9/11 at Harmony; 9/18 at Kerens; 9/25 vs. Hawkins; 10/9 vs. Paris Chisum*; 10/16 vs. Alba-Golden*; 10/23 at Cooper*; 10/30 vs. Lone Oak*; 11/6 at Edgewood*. * — District 6-3A Division II

FRANKSTON INDIANS Coach:

Mike Owens

2014 record: 4-6 (2-5) Last playoff appearance: 2013

By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent A new era begins in Indian Country as longtime Robert E. Lee coach Mike Owens is taking over. Owens is the new head football coach for the Frankston Indians. After a four-year sabbatical from coaching, Owens, who piloted REL to a state championship (2004) during his 15 years at Lee, goes from red and black to blue and white. Owens took the Red Raiders to the playoffs 13 of those 15 years and now wants to bring some of that same magic to Anderson County as he takes over a Frankston football program that went 4-6 last season and has one playoff victory (2010) in over a decade. The furthest Frankston has ventured into the playoffs was the regional round in 2002. “I went up there and they had great facilities for a 3A, had good-looking kids and some of the players were really big,” Owens said. “I’ve driven through Frankston, but never (really thought) about the school, but I am really impressed. Surprised and

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2014 record: 0-10 (0-5)

By TRAVIS YOESTING // tyoesting@tylerpaper.com Grand Saline has a proud football tradition with 25 playoff appearances and five undefeated regular seasons. Unfortunately the Indians had an 0-10 campaign in 2014, their second winless year in a row and their fifth overall. With one win in three seasons and no postseason trips since 2007, Grand Saline is ready for a turnaround. The Indians hope with 18 starters back that this is the year it happens. All but one starter returns to the Grand Saline stop unit that gave up 47.1 points per game in 2014. Chief among the returners are linebacker Sammy Palma (102 tackles) and defensive end Justin Simmons (75 tackles). Defensive end Elijah Cook and defensive lineman Cash Nations bring size up front while sophomore linebacker Con-

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impressed by their whole school and operation.” He takes over for Matt Nally who left for the offensive coordinator’s job at Melissa. Although the numbers are not what they were at Class 6A Lee, Owens said he has talented players. At the top of the list is potential all-state wide receiver Kendrick Rogers, a Texas A&M pledge. Also, Justice Bean is a top receiver. Last season, Rogers caught 59 passes for 1,207 yards and 13 TDs. Bean was right behind with 58 receptions for 1,189 yards and 12 TDs. Defensively, the Indians have 6-2, 290-pound Charles Thompson returning at nose guard. He was credited with 65 tackles, nine quarterback hurries, three forced fumbles and a sack last year. The Indians are in a tough District 8-3A Division II that includes defending state champion Waskom. Then there are always tough Elysian Fields, Arp and Troup.

All-time playoff appearances: 9 Returning starters: 7 offense / 7 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Grand Saline; 9/4 at Sabine; 9/11 vs. Cayuga; 9/25 vs. Winona*; 10/2 at Waskom*; 10/9 vs. Troup*; 10/16 at New Diana*; 10/23 vs. Elysian Fields*; 10/30 vs. West Rusk*; 11/6 at Arp*. * — District 8-3A Division II

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ALTO

Yellowjackets By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent The Alto faithful are familiar with the team having two-way standout performers, but even the most optimistic Yellowjackets supporter has to be concerned that going into the season nine starting positions on both sides of the ball needed to be filled. Many of those positions will have to be filled with two-way players. It’s a good thing one of those holes is not at quarterback. Senior Keenen Johnson was a tour de force on offense last season, earning first-team all-state honors. Johnson rushed for 2,438 yards, averaging a whopping 12 yards per attempt with 34 touchdowns. When he dropped back to pass, Johnson was equally as impressive, completing 74 of 120 passes for 1,607 yards and 18 touchdowns. Coach Paul Gould is in his third year at the helm of the Yellowjackets. He piloted an undefeated team into the

Class 2A Division I quarterfinals last year, but was undone by Centerville in a three-point loss (23-20) to finish 11-1. “Keenen has had a busy summer going to camps, but he has been up here running and lifting and he’s looking forward to this year,” Gould said. “We will have a lot of young guys step up and I look forward to watching them battle for positions.” Along with Johnson, Gould is looking to returners Luis Alvarado and Craig Collins to lead Alto. Collins steps into tailback on offense and will be joined in a backfield rotation by Nick Pope, Jaqualon Finley and Logan Cook. At outside linebacker, Collins garnered all-state notoriety after racking up 140 tackles (36 for loss) and eight sacks. Alvarado has two all-state seasons under his belt at offensive line.

WEST RUSK

Raiders

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Paul Gould

2014 record: 11-1 (5-0) Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 34 Returning starters: 2 offense / 2 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Crockett; 9/4 vs. Troup; 9/11 at Brook Hill; 9/18 at Buffalo; 9/25 vs. Tenaha; 10/9 vs. Grapeland*; 10/16 vs. Carlisle; 10/23 at Cayuga*; 10/30 vs. Kerens*; 11/7 at Cross Roads*. * — District 11-2A

WEST RUSK RAIDERS Coach:

John Frazier

2014 record: 3-6 (3-4)

By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent West Rusk was eyeing the postseason when the 2014 season kicked off, but untimely injuries and too many mental mistakes led to a 3-6 finish. Coach John Frazier said he believes his team will not produce a repeat in 2015. “We cannot beat ourselves,” Frazier said. “We are looking for guys to make big explosive plays this year on offense. And defensively, we have a year under our belt with a new defensive coordinator and a new defensive scheme, so we expect to be much improved. “We have also got a couple of freshman and a handful of sophomores that we need to step up and become solid football players on Friday nights.” West Rusk is picked to finish fourth in District 8-3A Division II. The offense will run out of the pistol set with quarterback Dee Starling back to lead the attack. Last season Starling threw for 1,446 yards and 13 TDs. Star-

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ling is also a stopper at CB on defense. The running back spot will see Nick Ballard who carried 239 times a year ago, gaining 1,153 yards and nine scores. The receiving corps returns with Breyon Thurman, who totaled 18 grabs for 366 yards a year ago. Thurman also starts at DB. Also at a starting receiver is senior D.J. Hicks, who also played cornerback on defense. A pair of hard-nosed linebackers also plays the halfback spots on offense. Senior Joe Wright is a slasher running the ball, and physical on defense like fellow LB/HB Kyle Brady. Up front, all-state guard Corey Brister is a three-year all-district honoree and center Alex Andrews is a two-time alldistrict player. The split defensive alignment includes tackle Brister and linebackers Brady and Wright.

Last playoff appearance: 2011 All-time playoff appearances: 11 Returning starters: 8 offense / 7 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Harleton; 9/6 at Lobo Stadium vs. Union Grove; 9/12 vs. Sabine; 9/25 vs. Arp*; 10/2 at New Diana*; 10/10 at Winona*; 10/16 vs. Elysian Fields*; 10/23 at Waskom*; 10/30 vs. Frankston*; 11/6 at Troup*. * — District 8-3A Division II

WINNSBORO

Red Raiders

By TRAVIS YOESTING // tyoesting@tylerpaper.com The Winnsboro Red Raiders have oscillated between seven and eight wins per season the last four years. With a pair of standout runners returning in coach Steve Pinnell’s triple option offense, the Red Raiders will be hoping to break through with their first 10-win season since 2008. Winnsboro brings 10 starters back from last year’s squad that went 8-4, the fourth straight season in which the Red Raiders lost four games. Pinnell has guided Winnsboro to the playoffs in 11 of his 16 years as head coach, including trips eight of the last nine seasons. Senior Lucas Pinnell is back for another year at quarterback after going for 452 yards through the air and 988 on the ground. He ran into the end zone 22 times and threw for four more scores. He’ll be joined in the backfield by full-

back Ethan Rakich, a senior who put up 950 yards rushing and 145 receiving last year with six total touchdowns. Rakich also doubles as the team’s punter. That offense helped the Red Raiders score 24.75 points per game a year ago. That they gave up 24.1 per game goes to show how many close games in which they played. In all, seven games were decided by a touchdown or less, with two going to overtime — one that went four extra periods. The defense tasked with making sure the games aren’t as close returns six starters, including linebacker Marcus Tucker (85 tackles) and defensive end Josiah Benton (65). The key game could be on the last week of October when Winnsboro welcomes defending league champion New Boston to town.

WINONA

Wildcats

Coach:

Steve Pinnell

2014 record: 8-4 (3-2) Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 19 Returning starters: 4 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Spring Hill; 9/4 vs. Mineola; 9/11 at Quitman; 9/18 vs. Sabine; 9/25 at Lone Oak; 10/9 vs. Daingerfield*; 10/16 at Mount Vernon*; 10/23 vs. Redwater*; 10/30 at New Boston*; 11/6 vs. Prairiland*. * — District 7-3A Division I

WINONA WILDCATS Coach:

Keylon Kincade

2014 record: 1-9 (0-7)

By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent Keylon Kincade is back for a second year and is anxious to improve on last season’s 1-9 campaign in Winona. A former NFL player and SMU allconference player, Kincade said the record did not reflect how close some games were. The Wildcats lost by 10 points or less three times. “I’m excited about the leaders we have coming back and we have a class of freshmen that are going to be key to turning the program in the right direction,” the coach said Junior running back Deundre Wheeler rushed for 1,100 yards and scored 10 touchdowns while also producing at defensive back. Wheeler grabbed all-district honors as Utility Player of the Year. The biggest question mark for Winona is who will be under center. Two Kincades will vie for the quarterback position — 6-1, 190-pound junior Braxton who played receiver last year

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and 5-9, 170-pound freshman K.J. “They both have a lot of speed and can throw the ball,” coach Kincade said. “But they are going to be playing a lot of downs for us and they each have their own attribute to bring to the team.” All-district performer Jeremiah Bolton, a senior, returns at receiver and defensive back while Chris Lindley is penciled in at wideout and outside linebacker. The offensive line begins with returning all-district tight end Zach Francis. Tacorian Simmons received all-district honors last year and is expected to play on the offensive and defensive lines. More returning starters who were alldistrict include fullback Joseph Hart and FB/ILB Pablo Tarango. Austin Daniels, a leading stopper last year at OLB, has made a move and coach Kincade said has looked good at one of the safety spots.

Last playoff appearance: 2012 All-time playoff appearances: 9 Returning starters: 8 offense / 7 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Hawkins; 9/4 vs. Grand Saline; 9/11 vs. Ore City; 9/25 at Frankston*; 10/4 vs. Arp*; 10/9 at West Rusk*; 10/16 at Troup*; 10/23 at Waskom*; 10/30 at New Diana*; 11/6 vs. Elysian Fields*. * — District 8-3A Division II

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TROUP TIGERS

Troup

Coach:

Tigers

2013 record: 2-8 (2-5)

By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent roup head coach Dennis Alexander is well known statewide as the fourth most-winning active high school football coach in Texas. And much like last season, Alexander knows he has work cut out for him in 2015. The Tigers lost three key two-way players from a 2-8 team. The Tigers have to replace lineman Charlie Rowden (Tyler Junior College), running back D’Luis West and all-around standout Marquise Davis. District 8-3A Division II also features reigning state champion Waskom. “We are still going to be a very young team this year,” Alexander said. “We had four freshmen start for us last year and we will have a few new faces out there again.” With seven returning on offense and six on defense, Alexander and the Tigers are prepared to improve on last year and get back to the postseason. Troup missed the

Dennis Alexander

playoffs for the first time in three years last season. With the graduation departures, one welcome sight for Tigers fans will be returning quarterback Callen Eastman. “Callen made some big plays for us last year and he is taking on a leadership role that we need to see,” Alexander said. “Another key for us will be that he is one year smarter and stronger.” His receivers are Dalton Hayes, MontTre Gray, Lane Smith and Shane Thomas. The line gets a good start at tight end with returner Shane Thomas, who will line up out wide a little and play defensive end. The remainder of the offensive front are Ramon Garcia and William Craver at the tackles, Joey Gray at center and guards Reece Clark and Nick Buckner.

Last playoff appearance: 2013 All-time playoff appearances: 19 Returning starters: 7 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Rusk; 9/4 vs. Alto; 9/11 at T.K. Gorman; 9/25 at New Diana*; 10/2 vs. Elysian Fields*; 10/9 at Frankston; 10/16 vs. Arp*; 10/25 vs. Waskom*; 10/30 at Winona*; 11/6 at West Rusk*. * — District 8-3A Division II

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turn from last year after each member made either first team, second team or honorable mention on the all-district squadron, the coach noted. That brigade includes senior outside linebackers Coleson Klein and Hayden Gray and the two inside linebackers senior Chase Day and junior Alec Mayhan. Adams also dubs as key players a pair of behemoths — two-way lineman Brennan Daughtry, a 265-pound junior who was the district’s defensive Newcomer of the Year last season, and 280-pound senior offensive tackle Mack Allen. The coach also lauds senior 200-pounder J.T. Blalock, who will function mainly as an offensive guard or tackle after receiving all-district laurels last season. At quarterback, 6-4 junior Austin Owens takes over, which Adams expects to result in more passing than last year since Owens is “a taller, rangier kid” who throws well. Accompanying the field general is an able but allnew starting backfield of the aforementioned Klein and Mayhan, who were backups at those positions last year when Klein was an all-district receiver, a position he will probably fill some this year as well. Meantime, one aspect of his team concerning Adams kickoffs and extra points, although Klein was all-district punter last season. At times the Lions just tried onside kicks. “We had a kicking caravan (last year),” Adams said. “I think everybody on the team kicked the ball one time.” The Lions also possess less overall team speed than in 2014, although the amount is “fair,” the coach averred. And he ranks Big Sandy and Harleton as the teams to beat in his loop. But a strength for his squad, he said, is that the Lions have now had “the taste of the playoffs” and the “understanding what it takes to win.”

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Lions

Union Grove senior linebackers Hayden Gray (8) and Chase Day ride the Lion outside the high school.

UNION GROVE LIONS Coach:

Roger Adams

2014 record: 11-1 (5-0) Last playoff appearance: 2014 By PHILLIP WILLIAMS // Sports Correspondent After achieving their most beatific season in 49 years last fall, the Union Grove Lions delve into their 2015 campaign with coach Roger Adams expressing optimism, albeit acknowledging that “there’s still a lot of question marks out there ‘till we get the pads on.” The Lions leaped to an 11-1 mark in 2014 as champs of District 9-2A Division I, reaching the regional round before Alto snuffed their appearance in playoff paradise. Adams, who had led his team to its first playoff appearance in 45 years in 2013, said last year’s performance was the farthest Union Grove has advanced in the postsea-

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son since 1965. And the prospects for plopping back into the playoffs in 2015? “That’s our goal,” he said. “We have a lot of starters back, but we’re just going to be so young.” The team boasts seven seniors — half the number of last season — and “you like your seniors to lead the team,” Adams opined. Still, the Lions leader said he has 11 returning lettermen, including six starters back on both offense and defense. Four are returning two-way starters, he said. One asset for the Grove is the seasoning and savvy in Adams’ linebacking corps, all of whom re-

All-time playoff appearances: 10 Returning starters: 6 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Carlisle; 9/5 vs. West Rusk; 9/11 at Mount Enterprise; 9/18 vs. Bogata Rivercrest; 9/25 vs. Beckville; 10/9 at Big Sandy*; 10/16 vs. Hawkins*; 10/23 at Ore City*; 10/30 vs. Simms Bowie*; 11/6 at Harleton*. * — District 9-2A Division I

HAWKINS

Hawks

to better that while using his big frame and 4.8 speed to churn up yards on the ground when receivers aren’t open. Behind Hass is running back Kardalyn Tennyson, who returns after racking up 1,400 yards on the ground last season. Fullback Skyler Carter will also see double-duty for the defense. Tight end Jeffery Perkins is a surehanded receiver and clutch blocker for the offense. Perkins is also expected to fill a role on defense. The offensive line will be led by twoway gem Colten Defur. The defense will be spearheaded by senior linebacker Jessie Harwell, who led the Hawks last season with 80 tackles. He will be joined by defensive end Devin Walters, who was all-district last year.

CUSHING

Bearkats

Marty Moore

Last playoff appearance: 2009 All-time playoff appearances: 28 Returning starters: 9 offense / 7 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Winona; 9/4 vs. Alba-Golden; 9/11 at DeKalb; 9/18 vs. Harmony; 9/25 at Grand Saline; 10/9 at Harleton *; 10/16 at Union Grove*; 10/23 vs. Simms Bowie *; 10/30 at Big Sandy*; 11/6 vs. Ore City*. * — District 9-2A Division I

CUSHING BEARKATS Coach:

Bill Jehling

2014 record: 4-6 (0-5

By REID KERR // Sports Correspondent Cushing went 4-6 last year, which was a small victory for the Bearkats. Four wins was their highest total since 2007. Although the team is still picked to finish last in the district, it does hold one advantage. Along with Shelbyville’s Jason Ferguson, Cushing’s Bill Jehling is the longesttenured coach in the district as he enters his third season. “The first year was tough,” Jehling said. “I got here very late and we went 1-9. Last year we had a full offseason and summer program and we went to 4-6. This third year is huge for us because we have 14 seniors. These kids have bought in and we’ve had them in the system for three years.” Among those seniors, Jehling’s team returns third-year starting quarterback Brandon Matlock and a healthy Darian Buckley at tailback. “Darian will be huge this season,”

Coach:

2014 record: 4-6 (1-4)

BY DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent Hawkins coach Marty Moore is looking to lead the Hawks to the playoffs behind several key skill players and good size upfront. It has been six years since Hawkins tasted the postseason, losing to Joaquin in the 2009 area round. Moore, a former standout quarterback for the Hawks, returned to his alma mater to change that, but thus far in three years Hawkins has posted a combined 11-19 record. Hawkins went 4-6 and 1-4 in District 9-2A Division I play a year ago, averaging 20.6 points but allowing 37 per contest. The Hawks will have to improve on both. The offense will be led by senior quarterback Jason Hass, who finished with 850 yards passing last year and will look

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Jehling said. “He scored 16 touchdowns in five games last year and then tore his ACL in the fifth game. He was a key injury for us last year.” Cushing also returns four starters, three of them seniors, on the offensive line including 6-3, 315-pounder Taylor McBride. “He could play at the next level,” Jehling said. “We’ve never brought back an offensive line with this kind of experience and that gives us a lot of confidence. We feel like we can run the ball down some people’s throats and score some points this season.” In addition to experience on both sides of the ball, Cushing brings back Lucas Rohlf as a kicker and punter. Jehling says that changes the way they can approach the game. “It’s the first time in 50 years we’ve had a kicker,” Jehling said.

Last playoff appearance: 1997 All-time playoff appearances: 2 Returning starters: 8 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Sabine Pass; 9/4 at Wortham; 9/11 vs. Burkeville; 9/18 at Detroit; 9/25 vs. Evadale; 10/9 vs. Beckville*; 10/16 at Shelbyville*; 10/23 vs. West Sabine*; 10/30 at Joaquin*; 11/6 vs. San Augustine*. * — District 10-2A Division I

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CAYUGA WILDCATS

CAYUGA

Coach:

Wildcats

2014 record: 3-7 (1-4)

By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent Playoff-rich Cayuga has a new head football coach. Gone is Russell Holden after two seasons. The luster on Cayuga’s 2009 state championship still burns bright. New man Cody Mohan wants to light it up again. Mohan comes to Cayuga after 13 years at Hico, where he piloted the Hico Tigers to the state semifinals in 2013 and state quarterfinals last year. The Tigers made it to the playoffs in eight of his nine seasons. “The kids were really excited when we turned them loose for the summer and we’ve got some good leadership that will help,” Mohan said. “We have got some skill players that are difference makers.” The quarterback will be Tristan Croft, a 6-0, 160-pound senior who is returning. Croft will double-up as a cornerback. Mohan will use a running back-bycommittee approach this year. Taylor Vincent, who is fast out of the

backfield, will provide game-changing ability. Wayne Brogdan used to get tough yards. He also will play either defensive end or linebacker. Sophomore Brandon Stocks will be a go-to guy at receiver and see work at running back and in the secondary on defense. Two-way player Will Jones, a senior, will be a DB in the 4-3 set and also a receiver. One of the linemen is two-way starter Scott Guldjord, a sure-handed receiver/ tight end and defensive end. Returning up front will be Colton Moody, center Kolby Cooper, Jayce Harris, newcomer Josh Ingram and junior Albert Calhoun. Those on the offensive front will be working into the defensive front also joined by junior Colt Laughery.

Big Sandy

Wildcats

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Last playoff appearance: 2013 All-time playoff appearances: 8 Returning starters: 4 offense / 4 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Hubbard; 9/4 at Legacy Christian Academy; 9/11 vs. Frankston; 9/18 vs. Joaquin; 9/25 at Rice; 10/9 vs. Kerens*; 10/16 at Cross Roads*; 10/23 vs. Alto*; 10/30 at Carlisle*; 11/6 vs. Grapeland*. * — District 11-2A Division I

BIG SANDY WILDCATS Coach:

Larry Minter

2014 record: 6-4 (2-3)

By PHILLIP WILLIAMS // Sports Correspondent A mere two seasons ago, the Big Sandy Wildcats endured an 0-10 season. Last year, they were invigorated enough to pole vault to a 6-4 record, although they missed the playoffs. This year, they are laboring to make something positive out of tragedy. The death of assistant football coach and head baseball coach Jeff Blackstone in a June 6 auto accident prompted Big Sandy athletes to dedicate the season to him, said head football coach Larry Minter. And entering his seventh season, Minter feels good about his gridders’ prospects for plopping into playoff paradise. “I think we’re going to have a good football team,” Minter said. The lines have a “lot of depth,” he added. And on top of that, the Wildcats return 17 lettermen. They include nine starters on offense and six on defense. Minter said six of the returning first-

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stringers are two-way starters. Having veterans marks a change for the Wildcats. “The last couple of years, we were so young,” Minter said, noting the 0-10 team of 2013 had 12 freshmen, who are now juniors. At tailback, neither prospective starter, Kaloni Kirby, a senior transfer from Gilmer, and sophomore Tyler Wolf, has taken a varsity snap. Minter added his concern is selecting a starting quarterback — either junior Shawn Isaac, who suffered a torn ACL in last year’s season opener, or last year’s starter, senior Preston Beason. Whoever heaves the ball will have adept receivers. Seniors tight end Mason Maxwell and wide receiver Jordan Womack, who both have “great hands,” the coach declared.

Last playoff appearance: 2011 All-time playoff appearances: 19 Returning starters: 9 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Quitman; 9/4 at Rivercrest; 9/11 vs Como-Pickton; 9/18 vs. Carlisle; 9/25 at Alba-Golden; 10/9 vs. Union Grove*; 10/15 vs. Ore City*; 10/23 at Harleton*; 10/30 vs. Hawkins*; 11/6 at James Bowie*. * — District 9-2A Division I

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Sandies

Whoever wins the field general spot will have senior Jaquez Faulk and juniors Rodney Davis and Jason Walker as surehanded speedsters and pass catchers. The offensive line will need to fill a few holes, but the return of junior Dustin Ackley is a good start. Returning at center is Cameron Reiss and sophomore Aaron Davis will make room to run for the Sandies. The defense will line up in a 3-4 set and heading the way are two-way stalwarts Ackley, Whitt and Ashton Henry. Smith will man one the linebacker slots and Kaleb Leonard and T.J. Lewis complete the unit. The defensive backfield is set with Chipman, Faulk, Davis and Walker all going both ways. Dontavian Bass is another speedster that will bolster the secondary and help the passing game at wideout.

CROSS ROADS

Bobcats

Wayne Mahaffey

Last playoff appearance: 2011 All-time playoff appearances: 21 Returning starters: 8 offense / 9 defense Schedule: 8/28 at West Hardin; 9/4 vs. Beckville; 9/11 at Lovelady; 9/18 vs. Mt. Enterprise; 9/25 vs. Normangee; 10/9 at Alto*; 10/16 vs. Kerens*; 10/23 at Carlisle*; 10/30 vs. Cross Roads*; 11/6 at Cayuga*. * — District 11-2A Division I

CROSS ROADS BOBCATS Coach:

Jim Bradford

2014 record: 2-8 (0-5)

By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent Cross Roads coach Jim Bradford returns for his third year and looks to build on the improvement the Bobcats showed last year. Last year’s 2-8 record may not be an indicator of that improvement, but Bradford believes that with 13 starters back — seven on offense and six on defense — Cross Roads can add more Ws to its ledger this year. “I was really proud of our guys last season for not giving up and playing with pride and fight each game,” Bradford said. “This is one of the toughest districts in this classification but we have improved in the offseason. If we can be more disciplined we could make a good run at the postseason.” Cross Roads is matched in District 112A Division I with Alto, Cayuga, Grapeland, Kerens and Carlisle. Eliminating mental miscues and staying healthy could mean breaking through.

Coach:

2014 record: 3-7 (2-3)

By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent Wayne Mahaffey is no stranger to East Texas football, having been a head coach at Rusk and most recently an assistant at Bullard Brook Hill. He takes over the Grapeland Sandies after Shaun Brown stepped down following a 3-7 season. The Sandies have eight returning to move the ball and nine returnees trying to stop the opposition. Mahaffey will have six guys going both ways. “We have got some good skill players coming back that can be game changers,” Mahaffey said. The spread offense will be directed by junior quarterback Riley Chipman and his bevy of receivers. Chipman could also see duty at wide receiver depending on the maturation of freshman signal-caller Rick Frauenberger. The backfield will have speed in newcomers in Kamari Smith, Jermorris Davis and Jayreon Whitt.

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Aaron Arden is a third-year starter at quarterback. He earned second-team all-district honors after 1,203 yards passing and 845 yards rushing. On the receiving end will be Skyler Himes, Bryan Martin, Taylor McKenzie and Ian Pearson. At running back, Tyler Johnson last year accumulated 533 yards on 103 carries. Center Justin Disotel anchors the offensive line that includes guards Luke Carnes and Will Van Dusen, all of whom received all-district honors. The tackles Brandon Wilson and Trey Turner are quick and aggressive. The 3-4 defense will to line up with Luke Carnes, his brother, Will Carnes, and Jordan Bradley on the front. The quartet of linebackers will be spearheaded by a trio of two-way standouts: Van Dusen, Johnson and Himes.

Last playoff appearance: 2003 All-time playoff appearances: 1 Returning starters: 7 offense / 6 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Moody; 9/4 at Dawson; 9/11 vs. Overton; 9/25 at Mt. Enterprise; 10/2 at Burkeville; 10/9 at Carlisle*; 10/16 vs. Cayuga*; 10/23 at Kerens*; 10/30 at Grapeland*; 11/6 vs. Alto*. * — District 11-2A Division I

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CARLISLE

Indians

that includes Pereles and junior transfer Dustin Perry. Jase Jones will aid at QB, wide receiver and linebacker. The offensive line is where the Indians need players to step up. John Stevens anchors at center joined by Caleb Wimberley, another two-way stalwart. Seniors Cooper Grigsby, Jacob Costlow and Ramiro Hernandez will vie for the other line spots with junior Tanner Martin. Defensively, Caleb Wimberley is steady at defensive end and his brother, Cainan, will move around in multiple defensive sets and play a down-lineman spot. Cainan Wimberley will also see time at linebacker, joining Sanders and Pereles, all returning with all-district credentials. Savalla has been among team leaders in tackles for three years but moves to the secondary. Sanders is the leading returnee at linebacker. Jones also is fighting for a starting spot.

FRUITVALE

Bobcats

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Rocky Baker

Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 15 Returning starters: 6 offense / 5 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Union Grove; 9/4 vs. Mount Enterprise; 9/11 vs. All Saints; 9/18 at Big Sandy; 9/25 at Overton; 10/9 at Cross Roads*; 10/16 vs. Alto*; 10/23 at Grapeland*; 10/30 at Cayuga*; 11/6 vs. Kerens*. * — District 11-2A Division I

FRUITVALE BOBCATS Coach:

Ben Lassiter

2014 record: 0-10 (0-5)

By NATHAN WRIGHT // nwright@tylerpaper.com A year ago, the Fruitvale Bobcats jumped from six-man to 11-man football and endured the growing pains that most programs go through when making that leap. Fruitvale went 0-10 after posting a 5-5 season in six-man in 2013. This year the Bobcats hope to grow and adapt more to the 11-man game. In 11-man football, not only are the rules, dimensions of the field and length of quarters different, but also so is the level of competition. The Bobcats found themselves playing schools with established programs. Seven offensive and seven defensive starters return, led by offensive lineman Kayle Lewis. Also returning on offense are quarterback Taylor McGinnis, lineman Bronson Brown, receiver Jaxson

Coach:

2014 record: 10-3 (4-1)

By DOC SMITH // Sports Correspondent The Carlisle Indians went three rounds deep in the playoffs last season with several young players putting in performances on offense and defense en route to a 10-3 season. Rocky Baker is in his 11th season as head coach. “We are looking forward to getting back to work,” Baker said. “We had a good JV last year and we are depending on some of them to step in for us.” Michael Savalla is back at running back and defensive back, Dalton Sanders played receiver, running back and linebacker while Collin Gray carried the load at quarterback and safety and is ready to do it again. Gray passed for 1,400 yards and ran for 700 more. He is joined by a multitude of backs led by Cainan Wimberley and Rico Pereles, who join Savalla in a diamond rotation. Sanders leads a stable of receivers

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Lane, running back Taylor Brown, receiver Christian Rowe, receiver Jonathan Mejia and lineman Zach Temple. That same group will also be looked on to make plays on defense as Lewis and Bronson Brown will play on the line, McGinnis, Lane, Rowe and Mejia in the secondary and Taylor Brown and Temple at linebacker. Last season the Bobcats gave up at least 34 points in all 10 games and averaged 12.6 points per game, but 54 of their 126 points came in one game. The closest the Bobcats came to a win was a 66-54 loss to Dallas A+ Academy. In District 11-2A Division II, their closest game was a 42-24 loss to Mount Enterprise. Fruitvale’s last 11-man playoff appearance came in 2000.

Last playoff appearance: 2000 All-time playoff appearances: 3 Returning starters: 7 offense / 7 defense Schedule: 8/28 at Honey Grove; 9/4 vs. Trenton; 9/12 at Chico; 9/18 vs. Dallas A+ Academy; 9/25 at Dallas Life Oak Cliff; 10/9 at Overton*; 10/16 vs. Teneha*; 10/23 at Maud*; 10/31 at Mount Enterprise*; 11/6 vs. Timpson*. * — District 11-2A Division II

MT. ENTERPRISE

Scott Holzhauer

Last playoff appearance: 2013

By NATHAN WRIGHT // nwright@tylerpaper.com downs. On the offensive line, Gustavo Mejia will look to lead the most inexperienced group on the field for the Wildcats. With skill position players in place at quarterback and receiver, the discovery of a ground game and the development of the offensive line will be keys to the team’s offensive success. Last season, the team was forced to rely on its offense as its defense gave up 42.9 points per game. Hammett also returns to lead the defense where he had five interceptions from his defensive back position. Also returning are Phillips and Blake Parham in the secondary. The Wildcats hope to duplicate their non-district success from a year ago when they went 3-2 before winning only one district game and ending their run of playoff appearances.

OVERTON

Mustangs

By REID KERR // Sports Correspondent The Overton Mustangs have made the playoffs each of the last three seasons under head coach Josh Barton. The plan for Barton is to keep that streak going. A season ago, Overton was only 1-4 in non-district play, but rebounded to go 3-2 against its District 11-2A Division II opponents and grab a playoff spot, where the Mustangs lost to Normangee 30-24 in the first round. The Mustangs return seven offensive and eight defensive starters, but will have one big hole to fill as quarterback Brayton Pierce graduated. One area on offense the Mustangs shouldn’t have trouble at will be their ground attack. Running back Julian Herndon returns for his senior season after rushing for 1,543 yards and 18 touchdowns last season. Herndon was one of the leading rushers in all of East Texas last season.

Coach:

2014 record: 4-6 (1-4)

Wildcats

The Mount Enterprise Wildcats saw a streak of four straight playoff appearances end last year after going 4-6 overall and 1-4 in District 11-2A Division II. The team was realigned into a district with Timpson, Maud, Overton, Fruitvale and Tenaha and could only defeat Fruitvale. With seven starters returning on each side of the ball, the team will be looking to begin a new streak. Returning offensive starters include quarterback Christian Hammett, who moved from receiver to pass for 1,232 yards and nine touchdowns. The team will have to find a replacement for all-state running back Justin Johnson, The leading candidate is senior Kavonski Thompson. Receiver Dhailon Phillips also returns for his junior season after catching 30 passes for 667 yards and five touch-

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To aid that attack, Overton returns sophomore wide receiver Joe Clark, who averaged more than 12 yards per reception last year and offensive linemen Nick Baker and Erik Rodriguez. If the Mustangs can find a quarterback to complement Herndon and Clark, and solidify an offensive line that features a pair of returnees, the Mustangs should find themselves back in the postseason. Defensively, with eight starters returning, the Mustangs should be strong as well. A pair of all-district players return to lead the way. Junior linebacker Tanner Lee recorded six sacks a year ago. Also returning on defense will be defensive back Jonathan Hughes. Both contributed heavily to the team’s success last season.

All-time playoff appearances: 11 Returning starters: 7 offense / 7 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Warren; 9/4 at Carlisle; 9/11 vs. Union Grove; 9/18 at Grapeland; 9/25 vs. Cross Roads; 10/9 at Timpson*; 10/16 vs. Maud*; 10/23 at Overton*; 10/31 vs. Fruitvale*; 11/6 at Tenaha*. * — District 11-2A Division II

OVERTON MUSTANGS Coach:

Josh Barton

2014 record: 4-7 (3-2) Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 21 Returning starters: 7 offense / 8 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Ore City; 9/4 at All Saints; 9/11 at Cross Roads; 9/18 at Beckville; 9/25 vs. Carlisle; 10/9 vs. Fruitvale*; 10/16 at Timpson*; 10/23 vs. Mount Enterprise*; 10/30 vs. Tenaha*; 11/6 at Maud*. * — District 11-2A Division II

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8/14

Harmony (Scrimmage) (H)

Connor Bate

8/20

Kemp (Scrimmage) (H)

Robbie Chiasson

8/28

Eustace (All Saints)

Zach Wheeler

9/4

Quitman

Peyton Harris

9/11

Troup (H)

Zach Van Cleef

9/25

Dallas Shelton (H)

10/2

Prince of Peace

10/9

All Saints

10/16

Brook Hill (H)

10/23

Dallas Christian

10/30

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11/6

Grace

Parker Brown

Matthew Robertson

David Costanza Daniel Schmitt

2014 State-Semifinalists First TAPPS Division II Playoff win in Gorman History 6 ALL State Academic Student Athletes 4 All State Football Players District Defensive MVP District Newcomer of the Year Built Ford Tough Player of the Week Top 5 in East Texas in Total Offense the last 4 years

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UNION HILL

Bulldogs

County school’s inaugural season since the 1940s in six-man, not to mention Carter’s first time to coach the smaller game, the Bulldogs perhaps should be cut some slack for what looks numerically like a tepid performance. Union Hill is in District 15-A Division I, the membership of which includes three other schools. The top two make the playoff pack, and Dave Campbell’s Texas Football ranks Union Hill third, ahead of Irving Universal. Key players include senior running back/linebacker Adam Davis, senior safety Corey Rhymes, senior center Ryan Griffith and junior linebacker Colton Wade Having had a year to adjust to a different form of football, the Union Hill Bulldogs look to bite their way into their first playoff spot in eight years.

Leverett's Chapel

Lions

Nate Carter

Last playoff appearance: 2007 All-time playoff appearances: 14 Returning starters: 5 offense / 4 defense Schedule: 8/29 vs. Lucas Christian Academy; 9/4 vs. EXEL Academy; 9/11 at King’s Academy; 9/18 vs. Fannindel; 9/25 vs. Roxton; 10/2 vs. Paris ROMEO Prep, 10/9 vs. Leverett’s Chapel; 10/24 at Irving Universal Academy*; 10/30 at Campbell*; 11/6 vs. Savoy*. * — District 15-A Division I

LEVERETT'S CHAPEL LIONS Coach:

Wes McWhorter

2014 record: 9-2 (2-0) Last playoff appearance: 2014 All-time playoff appearances: 15

BY TRAVIS YOESTING // tyoesting@tylerpaper.com Leverett’s Chapel reeled off a ninegame winning streak last year halted by a wild 101-96 loss in the first round of the playoffs. Though the Lions have a new coach, nine of 12 starters are back as Leverett’s Chapel eyes another big season. Wes McWhorter takes over as head coach for Matt Everett, who guided the Lions to the playoffs the last four years. McWhorter has plenty to work with, including running back Keiton Vaughn. The 6-1, 185-pound senior, with 4.6 speed, is the Dave Campbell’s Texas Football Preseason Offensive MVP after averaging 9.0 yards per tote last year. Vaughn accounted for a hefty chunk of the Lions’ running game, which racked up more than 200 yards per game. Most

Coach:

2014 record: 2-7 (1-2)

By PHILLIP WILLIAMS // Sports Correspondent Having received a blazing baptism into the wild world of six-man football last season, the Union Hill Bulldogs will strive to better the lackluster 2-7 mark they sustained in 2014. “We feel very strong about our playoff prospects this year,” assistant coach Rickey Hutchings said. “We want it, really want it bad.” Hutchings, one of two assistants to head coach Nate Carter, said he believes the team was adjusting to the six-man game last year, but should improve this year. “It is football, but it is different than (having) 11,” Hutchings said. The 2-7 record under Carter was at least an improvement over the 0-10 the Bulldogs sustained in 2013 during their farewell season in 11-man football, which they once dominated to the point of winning state championships. And since it was the tiny Upshur

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of those runners return, including senior running back Colby Shaw. One area LC will need to find replacements for is throwing the ball; the Lions’ top three passers all graduated. Defensively McWhorter will look to linebacker Billy Hall to lead a unit that held opponents to 25.5 points per game in 2014. Last year Leverett’s Chapel opened the season with a 32-30 loss to Longview Trinity School of Texas and didn’t lose again until the postseason. That included a District 16-1A Division I title over Chester and Apple Springs. McWhorter’s primary goal for the Lions this year will be going more than a single round deep in the six-man playoffs.

Returning starters: 4 offense / 5 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Longview Trinity Christian; 9/4 vs. Tyler HEAT; 9/11 vs. Denton Founders Classical; 9/18 vs. Marshall Christian; 9/25 vs. King’s Academy; 10/2 at Ladonia Fannindel; 10/16 at Campbell; 10/23 vs. Chester*; 11/6 at Apple Springs*. * — District 161A Division I

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OAKWOOD

Panthers

In the backfield is Ethan Edgemon, who delivered 571 yards rushing and 663 yards receiving with 24 total touchdowns a year ago. Offense wasn’t the problem for Oakwood with the Panthers averaging 42 points per game. The team won just three games because of a defense that surrendered 55 points per contest and were hit for 82, 70, 61, 64, 65, 64 and 98 in those defeats. Points are the norm for six-man, but Kuykendall’s Grady Wildcats showed some defensive prowess, giving up 40 points or less in five of their 11 games. To get out of the district, Oakwood will once again have to contend with defending district champion Mount Calm, which narrowly edged the Panthers (6560) last season.

TRINIDAD

Trojans

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Chris Kuykendall

Last playoff appearance: 2013 Returning starters: 4 offense / 3 defense Schedule: 8/29 vs. Baytown Christian; 9/5 at Houston Emery; 9/11 vs. Coolidge; 9/25 vs. Milford; 10/2 vs. Gorman; 10/9 vs. Apple Springs; 10/16 at Mount Calm*; 10/23 vs. Trinidad*; 10/30 vs. Ladonia Fannindel*. * — District 15-1A Division II

TRINIDAD TROJANS Coach:

Scott Hays

2014 Record: 7-4 (3-1)

By TRAVIS YOESTING // tyoesting@tylerpaper.com

Trinidad’s 2014 season was a bit of a roller coaster ride. The Trojans started the year with four wins before following that up with backto-back losses. Trinidad opened District 15-1A Division II play with three straight victories, but finished with a loss to league champ Mount Calm before being dumped out of the playoffs in the first round. The 2015 Trojans hope there are more ups than downs as the season begins anew. Trending up for the team will be the return of running back JoVante Hornbuckle. The 5-8, 153-pound senior racked up 1,347 yards on the ground last year, scoring 21 touchdowns. He also added 217 yards passing and 111 receiving. The passing game could be down after the graduation of T.J. McVey and

Coach:

2014 record: 3-7 (2-2)

By CHRIS PARRY // cparry@tylerpaper.com A year after guiding Lenorah Grady into the regional round of the Class 1A Division I playoffs, Chris Kuykendall is in East Texas hoping for similar success at another six-man school Oakwood. Kuykendall begins his first year as coach of Oakwood, which was held out of the postseason party last season, a year after winning district. Oakwood went 3-7 overall, but two of those wins came in District 15-1A Division II to finish 2-2. Unfortunately, one of those two losses was to Trinidad, which put the Panthers on the wrong side of the postseason. Kuykendall has plenty to work with as Oakwood returns four starters on offense and three on defense, including all of the skill positions. Senior quarterback David Allen was an offensive force a year ago, rushing for 1,037 yards and 11 touchdowns and passing for 1,651 yards and 28 touchdowns.

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his 1,000 passing yards. Colby Snider is expected to fill that role, though he’ll be without last year’s top receiver. The Trojans defense allowed 31.4 points per game in 2014, which isn’t a huge number in the six-man game. The top returning tackler is corner Joey Schmidt, a junior who registered 67 stops last year. Lineman Ronald Marcus is the team’s second leading returning tackler. Trinidad had two win streaks of three or more last year combined with a pair of two-game losing skids. With three returning starters on offense and four on defense, the Trojans will be expecting more upswings in 2015.

Last playoff appearance: 2014 Returning starters: 3 offense / 4 defense Schedule: 8/28 vs. Roxton; 9/4 vs. Dallas Inspired Vision Academy; 9/11 vs. Penelope; 9/19 at Irving Universal; 9/25 vs. Abbott; 10/2 at Jonesboro; 10/9 at Ladonia Fannindel *; 10/17 vs. Buckholts*; 10/23 at Oakwood*; 10/ 30 vs. Mount Calm*. * — District 15-1A Division II

TYLER HEAT

Tyler

Coach: Bill Beggs

HEAT

2014 record: 12-0 (2-0)

By TRAVIS YOESTING // tyoesting@tylerpaper.com The Tyler HEAT football program went from launch in 2011 to state title in 2014. In 2015 the challenge will be keeping that momentum going after losing 10 players from last year’s undefeated squad. The HEAT return one starter on offense and two on defense after winning the TAIAO Division I state title a year ago. Coach Bill Beggs will look to Caleb Morrison, Daniel Beggs and Nathan Tharp to lead the way on offense and defense. With the ball, all three of those players will be in the backfield for the six-man attack as Tyler focuses on being more of a power team this year. Daniel Beggs was

the No. 2 receiver last year having pulled in 17 passes for 293 yards. Morrison will be a major force on defense. As a junior the linebacker recorded 99 tackles, second best on the team. Morrison also turned in 16 tackles for loss, tops on the team. Also helping out are defensive end Jacob Hamrick, who had 25 tackles a year ago, as well as Beggs and Tharp. Two younger players expected to step up are Isaac Taylor and Joey Hall, who will play receiver and defensive back. “The guys are used to winning,” Bill Beggs said. “They have a desire to keep that tradition going. They’re hard workers. All our guys they work real hard and give it their best.”

King's Academy

Knights

All-time playoff appearances: 3 Returning starters: 1 offense / 2 defense Schedule: 8/29 vs. EXEL Lions; 9/4 at Leverett’s Chapel; 9/12 vs. Grandbury Cornerstone Christian Academy; 9/18 at Apple Springs; 9/25 at Joshua Johnson County Sports Association; 10/2 at King’s Academy; 10/9 at Marshall Christian; 10/16 vs. Lewisville Founders Classical Academy*; 10/24 vs. Dallas CHANT HomeSchool*; 10/30 at Fort Worth THESA*. * — TAIAO D-I

KING'S ACADEMY KNIGHTS Coach:

Alex Miller

2014 record: 3-6 (0-2)

By TRAVIS YOESTING // tyoesting@tylerpaper.com King’s Academy returns just one starter from last year’s squad. They are, however, returning a former player as coach. Alex Miller, who graduated from the school in 2011, returns as head coach in what he said is a dream come true. “I didn’t know where I’d end up,” said Miller, who had more than 1,500 all-purpose yards his senior year. “I knew I always wanted to be a teacher and a coach. When God opened the doors for King’s, it was a bigger blessing then I could’ve imagined.” Christian Fajardo is the Knights’ lone returning starter. Fajardo enters his fourth year with the six-man program and will be a captain and one of the team’s most well-rounded players. Though few players return from the football team, the Knights aren’t completely depleted.

Last playoff appearance: 2014

“We lost a lot of players from the last team last year, so as much as it looks like a rebuilding year we do have some guys coming in from the basketball program,” Miller said. “It’s on the upswing.” Two of those basketball players are Andrew McCuistion and Greg Thompson. Thompson was the team’s point guard and brings great quickness at the receiver and defensive back positions. McCuistion will play tight end and linebacker. “He’s got natural ability and is pretty much all muscle,” Miller said of McCuistion. The Knights will run an offense adapted from the West Coast system while on defense Miller is looking for players who fly to the ball. “We’re building a culture of discipline and responsibility and faith in God, that’s where we’re coming from,” Miller said.

Last playoff appearance: 2014 Last state championship: 2007 Returning starters: 1 offense / 1 defense

Schedule: 8/28 at Apple Springs; 9/11 vs. Union Hill; 9/18 vs. Roxton; 9/25 at Leverett’s Chapel; 10/2 vs. Tyler HEAT; 10/16 at Bryan BVCHEA*; 10/23 vs. Marshall Christian*. * — T-CAL D-I

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By Chris Parry cparry@tylerpaper.com â&#x2026; Photos by Andrew D. Brosig

Athens Logan, Travon Fuller hope to reel in a big one 76

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Travon (11)and Logan Fuller (39) are fishing for even more wins for the coming season at Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center

ogan Fuller and Travon Fuller are not related. No, seriously. Despite the two seniors being the yin and yang of the Athens Hornets offense and defense, despite both being named to the AllEast Texas team as juniors and despite the two friends admittedly hanging out together all the time, they are not related. Or are they? “When I first found out we had the same last name, I tried to find out if we were related,” Travon said about his friend and teammate. “I was going to get on ancestry. com just to see.” Added Logan: “I used to live in LaPoynor and I moved here in fifth grade. We were just always together year-round; we always did other sports together. We basically grew up together, so we might as well be brothers.” Logan Fuller just completed a mammoth offensive season in which the tailback rushed for 2,089 yards and scored 23 touchdowns in 12 games, averaging 174 yards per outing. In an October game against Van last season, Logan broke the school record for carries (42) while churning out 235 yards. That game also made Logan the school’s all-time leading rusher, breaking Dick Watt’s mark of 2,671 yards set in 1962-64. Logan goes into this season with a careerrushing total of 3,815 yards. “You never know how it’s going to go, but all you can do is trust your teammates and trust your coaches,” Logan said. “My linemen are really good and they make the holes for me. If the hole that is supposed to be there isn’t there, there is always another one to choose. I hit them and then just go as far as I can.” Travon is already committed to Texas A&M. The free safety finished with seven interceptions, one of which he returned for a touchdown, two fumble recoveries and three blocked PATs. By the end of the season, quarterbacks just avoided throwing at Travon for fear of adding to his interception total. “I like to be challenged, but most teams don’t do it,” Travon said. “It gets kind of boring back there when they do it. When they do throw deep, it’s to the other side.” But Travon’s prowess in the defensive backfield is only a third of the story. Travon also played receiver and kick/punt returner, finishing with 1,272 all-purpose yards and 18 touchdowns. Needless to say, Travon needs plenty of ice and a good night’s sleep after Friday nights. “He’ll come off the field and coach will say, ‘You need to get some water because you’re fixing to go right back out there,’” Logan said about Travon. “I’m standing there thinking ‘Dang, I wish I could help him.’”

The two Fullers led Athens to a runner-up finish in District 8-4A Division I and a bidistrict victory over Pittsburg before being stopped by Kennedale in a 30-26 area-round upset. “It took us a while to come together as a team last year,” Travon said. “But once district (got going) we finally (united) and did what we needed to do. But in the playoffs our season got cut short and we’re not satisfied with only going to the second round. We have higher expectations than that.” With the Fullers anxious to build on 2014, Athens is picked as a preseason favorite to unseat Van for the district title and make a long playoff run. “People should be ready to have to go to war against us to get a W,” Logan said. “You’re not just going to take it from us.” Added Travon: “We plan on having a fun season and making a legacy for the 2016 class.”

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