Hill Country News

Leander Lions head coach Tim Smith during a high school football game between the Leander Lions and the Ellison Eagles at Bible Stadium in Leander, Texas, on Thursday, August 31, 2017.

A brand new offensive scheme, new district rivals, and a chance to start the new season with a win for the first time since 2015, this time against a completely new opponent playing its first varsity game in school history. more

By TOM DORSA, HCN Sports Contributor | 8/30/18

Cedar Park Timberwolves junior Ryan Fiala (16) drops back to pass during a high school football game between Vandegrift and Cedar Park at Monroe Stadium in Austin, Texas on Friday, September 8, 2017.

Fiala, Breed lead reloaded Cedar Park offense

Last season’s pain might reap rewards this season for Cedar Park. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 8/30/18

Jacob Munoz and an experienced defensive line are continuing the 'Black Rain' tradition at Cedar Park

Defensive line anchors latest edition of 'Black Rain' defense

Jacob Munoz doesn’t lack swagger and isn’t afraid to speak his mind, and as part of the most experienced group for Cedar Park this year, that will undoubtedly come in handy. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 8/30/18

New York Giants cornerback Donte' Deayon (38) and Dallas Cowboys linebacker Leighton Vander Esch (55) talk after the game on Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. (Jim Cowsert/Fort Worth Star-Telegram/TNS)

Ready or not, Cowboys rookie Leighton Vander Esch's time to shine is now

The way linebacker Leighton Vander Esch looks at it, this is why he's here. To start for the Dallas Cowboys' defense. He'll be doing that Sunday against the Detroit Lions … more

By STEFAN STEVENSON, TNS/Fort Worth Star-Telegram | 9/27/18

Naequwan White will play on both sides of the ball for the Rangers this season as they look to get back to the playoffs.

Vista Ridge going back to basics on offense

Vista Ridge went back to basics this offseason. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 8/30/18

Center Greer Geracci is one of he experienced leader the Rangers will lean on this season to control the offensive line.

Rangers focused on controlling trenches in new district

Vista Ridge is going to control the trenches. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 8/30/18

Dallas Cowboys head coach Jason Garrett is on the hot seat again after a disappointing start to the 2018 season.

Tim Cowlishaw: How soon is too soon to fire Jason Garrett?

The Cowboys have never played a game at AT&T Stadium — now in its 10th season — without Jason Garrett on the sideline either as head coach or offensive coordinator. Isn't it time for … more

By TIM COWLISHAW, TNS/The Dallas Morning News | 9/28/18

Football is family: What it's like being a HS head coach's wife

Brandi Mann grew up going to games with her grandfather in Wichita Falls, where most of her family went to high school. She continued to attend games even after she graduated from the rival high school. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 8/30/18

The Cedar Ridge Raiders bench area during the fourth quarter of a high school football playoff game between the Cedar Ridge Raiders and the Coppell Cowboys at McLane Stadium in Waco, Texas on December 2, 2017.

Cedar Ridge defensive line expecting big things once again

Edgerrin Dillard-Williams has faith in his team because they’re out to prove last year wasn’t a flash in the pan. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 8/30/18

Coppell Cowboys senior Gabriel Lemons (24) tackles Cedar Ridge Raiders junior wide receiver Jaylen Ellis (4) after a reception during a high school football playoff game between the Cedar Ridge Raiders and the Coppell Cowboys at McLane Stadium in Waco, Texas on December 2, 2017.

Jaylen Ellis relishing increased role in Cedar Ridge offense

Whether it’s playing tic-tac-toe or rock-paper-scissors, Jaylen Ellis is always up for a competition. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 8/30/18

Leander defensive coordinator James Ramsey is tweaking the Lions' defensive playbook this season.

Leander implements new defensive mindset with new coordinator

Leander defensive coordinator James Ramsey is always intense, whether he’s on a football field or eating a bowl a cereal. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 8/30/18

UCF wide receiver Gabriel Davis (13) catches a pass in front of Pitt defensive back Dane Jackson (11) at Spectrum Stadium in Orlando, Fla., on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. UCF won, 45-14.

UCF moves up to No. 12 in AP poll, Alabama still No. 1

UCF continued to move up in both the Associated Press and coaches' top 25 polls released Sunday afternoon. more

By MATT MURSCHEL, Orlando Sentinel | 10/1/18

Rashad Carter returns to lead the Lions under center after missing most of last season with a hand injury. He is learning a new, slower paced offense.

Leander ready slow down offense and control clock

Leander coach Tim Smith worked for coaches in college that liked to throw the ball 50 times a game. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 8/30/18

Ohio State wide receiver K.J. Hill Jr. (14) high-steps into the end zone for a 24-yard touchdown during the fourth quarter against Penn State at Beaver Stadium in University Park, Pa., on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. The visiting Buckeyes won, 27-26.

Ohio State's rally, Notre Dame's strength among top 10 things we learned during college football weekend

Ohio State proves the Buckeyes are the team to beat in the Big Ten, and more we learned from the weekend in college football. more

By MATT MURSCHEL, Orlando Sentinel | 10/1/18

Will Clitheroe is one of six returning starters up front for the Westwood defense, the strength of the Warriors.

Westwood defense led by experienced front six

Anthony Wood was ecstatic on Aug. 13, the first day of fall practice. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 8/30/18

James Jarmon is one of four seniors on the Westwood offensive line tasked with protecting a new quarterback and running back this season.

Experienced offensive line anchors reloading Westwood offense

Westwood offensive lineman James Jarmon could only smile when thinking about the first time he didn't follow through on one of the fundamentals coach L.D. Williams emphasized. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 8/30/18

Lago Vista made the playoffs, but lost in the first round to Edna last season. The Vikings are looking to build on that momentum this season.

Lago Vista looks to build momentum in 2018 season

After a postseason appearance in 2017, Lago Vista and head coach Craten Phillips look to build upon that momentum and garner the same district success as they had last year in 2018. more

By TOM DORSA, HCN Sports Contributor | 8/30/18

The East View Patriots inflatable before the start of a high school football game between the Rouse Raiders and the East View Patriots at A.C. Bible Stadium in Leander, Texas, on Friday, September 15, 2017.

East View set to benefit from district shift

In 2017, East View and head coach Robert Davies missed out on the postseason by one game in a stacked District 19-5A that featured juggernauts such as Cedar Park, Hutto, and cross-town rivals Georgetown. more

By TOM DORSA, HCN Sports Contributor | 8/30/18

Georgetown maintaining expectations despite losing playmakers

Every UIL district realignment comes with a new set of challenges. For Georgetown head coach Jason Dean, having new district opponents is only one obstacle in a preseason spent preparing for the 2018 campaign. more

By TOM DORSA, HCN Sports Contributor | 8/30/18

Kobe Sterling leads a stacked Stony Point secondary, while the rest of the defense needs to grow into its own this season.

Stony Point leaning on stacked secondary to carry the defensive load

It's not too early for Kobe Sterling to put a label on the Stony Point defense. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 8/30/18

Sections

Services

Connect with us