Texas, September 30, 2025
News Summary
Week 5 of the Texas high school football season brought thrilling match-ups and standout performances. Key games included Round Rock vs. Cedar Ridge and the Game of the Week between Vandegrift and Vista Ridge. As midseason rankings unveil top players across various classifications, the competitive landscape intensifies with extraordinary individual achievements and coaching excellence, spotlighting the growth of high school football in Texas.
Texas High School Football Week 5 Highlights
The fifth week of the Texas high school football season concluded with several exciting match-ups. Among the notable games were the contests between Round Rock and Cedar Ridge, Leander versus Georgetown, Weiss taking on Hendrickson, as well as Bowie facing Lake Travis. The highly anticipated Game of the Week featured Vandegrift squaring off against Vista Ridge.
As the season approaches its midpoint, midseason rankings have been released, showcasing standout players from various classifications throughout Texas. The mention of these players emphasizes the competitive nature of high school football in the state.
Midseason Standouts by Classification
Private Schools
- Jack Devine, Austin Regents: Leading one of the top private school offenses with an impressive 5-0 record. His statistics include 1,607 passing yards, 19 touchdowns, 287 rushing yards, 7 rushing touchdowns, and completing 66.7% of passes without an interception in 129 attempts.
Class 1A
- Stryker Reed, Gordon: A key player for the number one team in six-man football, contributing significantly on both offense and defense.
Class 2A
- Christian Villarreal, Ozona: Emerging as a major player with a 5-0 record, boasting 1,772 rushing yards and 23 touchdowns. He is also contributing as a receiver, passer, and punter, on track to break the 72-year-old single-season rushing record of 4,045 yards.
Class 3A
- Kavian Bryant, Palestine Westwood: Leading the Wildcats with an exceptional average of over 55 points per game. Notably, he achieved an 18-for-18 passing mark for 469 yards and 4 touchdowns in his first game.
Class 4A
- DaQuives Beck, Carthage: Central to the Bulldogs’ defense, which is ranked 7th in scoring defense, allowing just 11 points per game.
Class 5A
- Landen Williams-Callis, Richmond Randle: A key component for the reigning 5A Division II state champions, with 1,205 rushing yards and 21 touchdowns in a strong 5-0 start.
Class 6A
- Jermaine Bishop, Willis: Instrumental in leading the Wildkats to a 4-1 record with stats including 271 receiving yards, 4 touchdowns, and contributing defensively with fourth on the team in tackles.
Game Scores from Week 5
A comprehensive list of scores from various classifications includes:
- Alief Elsik 27, Alief Hastings 18
- Barbers Hill 35, Lufkin 7
- Bay City 53, Brazosport 3
- Additional scores from numerous schools throughout the state.
Coaching Salaries and Impact
The increasing focus on student-athlete performance and coaching salaries highlights the significance of high school football in Texas culture. Coaches at various Texas high schools are compensated well, reflecting football’s importance in the community. For the 2025 season, Southlake Carroll’s head coach, Riley Dodge, is the highest-paid coach at $175,000, with others, including coaches from Highland Park and Rockwall-Heath, nearing $159,000.
Conclusion
As Texas high school football continues to capture the attention of communities across the state, these midseason highlights and standout performances set the stage for an exciting second half of the season.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are some of the notable matchups during the fifth week of the Texas high school football season?
The notable games included Round Rock vs Cedar Ridge, Leander vs Georgetown, Weiss vs Hendrickson, Bowie vs Lake Travis, and the Game of the Week: Vandegrift vs Vista Ridge.
Who are some of the standout players from different classifications in the Texas high school football season?
Standout players include Jack Devine from Austin Regents, Stryker Reed from Gordon, Christian Villarreal from Ozona, Kavian Bryant from Palestine Westwood, DaQuives Beck from Carthage, Landen Williams-Callis from Richmond Randle, and Jermaine Bishop from Willis.
What was the performance of Christian Villarreal from Ozona this season?
Christian Villarreal has a 5-0 record, with 1,772 rushing yards and 23 touchdowns, contributing as a receiver, passer, and punter. He is on track to break the 72-year-old single-season rushing record of 4,045 yards.
How much are the highest-paid coaches in Texas high school football earning?
Southlake Carroll’s head coach Riley Dodge is the highest-paid coach for the 2025 season at $175,000, with other coaches from Highland Park and Rockwall-Heath making nearly $159,000.
Summary of Key Features
| Classification | Standout Player | Team Record | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Schools | Jack Devine | 5-0 | 1,607 passing yards, 19 TDs, 287 rushing yards, 7 TDs |
| Class 1A | Stryker Reed | 1A Team Leader | Versatile on offense and defense |
| Class 2A | Christian Villarreal | 5-0 | 1,772 rushing yards, 23 TDs |
| Class 3A | Kavian Bryant | Strong Team | Over 55 points per game |
| Class 4A | DaQuives Beck | Ranked 7th in scoring defense | 11 points allowed per game |
| Class 5A | Landen Williams-Callis | 5-0 | 1,205 rushing yards, 21 TDs |
| Class 6A | Jermaine Bishop | 4-1 | 271 receiving yards, 4 TDs |
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Additional Resources
- Dave Campbell’s Texas Football
- Wikipedia: Texas High School Football
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- Sports Illustrated
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Texas high school football
- Chron
- Google News: Texas high school football
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