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TEMPLE TRIUMPH: Harrison-Pilot TD, late defensive stand push Wildcats over Shoemaker for 12-6A crown
FOR THE WIN: The Temple Wildcats celebrate with their District 12-6A championship trophy after defeating Killeen Shoemaker 27-24 on...
Greg Wille
Nov 20, 202011 min read
HIGH-STAKES SHOWDOWN: After Belton forfeits, Temple aims to grab 12-6A title vs. explosive Shoemaker
BIG SHOWDOWN AT THE BUCK: Temple's defense – including senior Jayven Taylor (95) and juniors Marshall Grays (11) and Tommy Torres – will...
Greg Wille
Nov 19, 20207 min read
WHATEVER IT TAKES: Harrison-Pilot's future might be at QB, but Temple sophomore shining at receiver
TALENTED YOUNGSTER: Mikal Harrison-Pilot won't turn 16 until Nov. 28, but the Temple sophomore already is a two-year starter. He was a...
Greg Wille
Nov 18, 202010 min read
UPDATED AREA HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL STATISTICS (includes scoring, tackles and interceptions)
CLASS 6A (Through Week 8) TEAM STATISTICS Offense Yards gained total/per game Belton 2,473/412.2 (1,335 rushing, 1,138 passing) Temple ...
Greg Wille
Nov 18, 202012 min read
TOO MUCH: Hallettsville's Brooks scores 7 TDs; 61-26 playoff loss ends Academy's breakthrough season
SENIOR'S FINAL SCORE: Academy senior receiver Kollin Mraz crosses the goal line on his 13-yard touchdown reception during the fourth...
Greg Wille
Nov 15, 202012 min read
THE NEXT STEP: Lancaster, Academy aim to advance in playoff opener vs. star RB Brooks, Hallettsville
BRINGING THE BUZZ: Senior Jerry Cephus is a starting quarterback and outside linebacker for the Academy Bumblebees (7-3), who battle the...
Greg Wille
Nov 13, 202013 min read
CHANGE OF PLANS: Rusk COVID-19 cases give Salado forfeit win; No. 6 Eagles to battle Bellville next
By GREG WILLE TempleBeltonSports.com gwille2@hot.rr.com SALADO – The sixth-ranked Salado Eagles received a bye into the area round of the...
Greg Wille
Nov 13, 20202 min read
SALADO STRONG: After taking district title, hard-working Eagles charge into playoff rematch vs. Rusk
STINGY IN SALADO: Senior outside linebacker Lucas Morvant (left) and senior inside linebacker Kofi Stoglin are two of the leading players...
Greg Wille
Nov 12, 202010 min read
UPDATED AREA HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL STATISTICS (includes scoring, tackles and interceptions)
CLASS 6A (Through Week 7) TEAM STATISTICS Offense Yards gained total/per game Belton 2,473/412.2 (1,335 rushing, 1,138 passing) Temple ...
Greg Wille
Nov 11, 202011 min read
NO RIVALRY DUEL THIS YEAR: District executive committee's vote means Temple-Belton game won't happen
By GREG WILLE TempleBeltonSports.com gwille2@hot.rr.com There will be no Temple-Belton varsity football game this year for the first time...
Greg Wille
Nov 10, 20203 min read
BREAKING THROUGH: Mraz makes five TD catches as Academy routs Troy for district's final playoff spot
LITTLE RIVER-ACADEMY – With Academy needing a win against Troy to advance to the Class 3A Division I state playoffs, senior Kollin Mraz...
Greg Wille
Nov 7, 20202 min read
SLOW START, FAST FINISH: Defense, Harrison-Pilot shine as Temple explodes past Ellison for 39-15 win
BLUE WALL: Temple defenders Eric Shorter (13), Jayven Taylor (95) and Marshall Grays (11) combined to tackle Killeen Ellison running back...
Greg Wille
Nov 7, 202010 min read
AREA HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Preview capsules for tonight's Temple-Killeen Ellison, Academy-Troy games
OFF TO THE RACES: Junior running back Samari Howard (8) and Temple (5-1, 3-0) seek to pull even with Killeen Shoemaker (6-0, 4-0) for the...
Greg Wille
Nov 6, 20204 min read
LESSON LEARNED: After overcoming big hole at Heights, Temple puts focus on 1-5 but dangerous Ellison
WRAPPED UP: Temple junior linebacker Faylin Lee (9) tackles a Harker Heights ball carrier as senior nose tackle Jayven Taylor closes in...
Greg Wille
Nov 5, 202010 min read
LEADER OF THE PACK: Physical skills, mental sharpness make Temple sophomore linebacker York special
GO-TO GUY: Temple middle linebacker Taurean York is the Wildcats' leading tackler for the second straight season, having made 80 tackles...
Greg Wille
Nov 4, 202010 min read
UPDATED AREA HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL STATISTICS (includes scoring, tackles and interceptions)
CLASS 6A (Through Week 6) TEAM STATISTICS Offense Yards gained total/per game Belton 2,473/412.2 (1,335 rushing, 1,138 passing) Temple...
Greg Wille
Nov 4, 202011 min read
BRONCOS GAIN REDEMPTION: Crews, Robin, defense help Lake Belton win 30-15 for revenge vs. Davenport
BIG-TIME PERFORMANCE: Lake Belton sophomore running back Tristan Robin was outstanding in the Broncos' 30-15 win Friday night over...
Greg Wille
Oct 31, 20208 min read
AREA HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Preview capsules for tonight's Belton-Bryan and Salado-Robinson games
By GREG WILLE TempleBeltonSports.com gwille2@hot.rr.com – DISTRICT 12-6A – BELTON TIGERS (2-3, 2-0) at BRYAN VIKINGS (2-1, 1-1) 7:30 p.m....
Greg Wille
Oct 30, 20204 min read
GREAT ESCAPE: Temple climbs out of early 20-0 hole, then staves off Harker Heights for 38-36 victory
REJECTED: Temple junior defensive end Tommy Torres (90) blocks an extra-point attempt by Harker Heights kicker Diego Fierro during the...
Greg Wille
Oct 30, 202010 min read
WEATHERING THE STORM: Temple aims to stay unbeaten in District 12-6A in duel at fast Harker Heights
FULL STEAM AHEAD: Junior running back Samari Howard (8) and the Temple Wildcats seek to improve to 5-1 overall and 3-0 in District 12-6A...
Greg Wille
Oct 29, 20208 min read
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