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Post by socalscout on Feb 3, 2020 12:57:22 GMT -6
District 11 Austin Anderson Cedar Park Georgetown Leander Manor Pflugerville Pflugerville Hendrickson Pflugerville Weiss
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Post by TWolvesFan on Feb 3, 2020 13:37:06 GMT -6
District 11 Austin Anderson Cedar Park Georgetown Leander Manor Pflugerville Pflugerville Hendrickson Pflugerville Weiss I like 8 Team Districts as everyone has the same weekend off for the BYE. My guess is that the coaches will agree with Oct. 2nd weekend as that is the Austin City Limits Festival. That would give each team 3 non-district games + 2 D11 games, A BYE, and then 5 D11 games to finish the season. It also makes for 3 Non-District Games... which IMO is another good thing!
I'd like to see Cedar Park's Non-District Games consisting of all 6a Teams:
- Austin Vandegrift
- CP Vista Ridge
- Hutto
Region III looks pretty tough however in ranking the 5a DI Regions... I think it goes something like this:
- Region II (by a nose)
- Region III
- Region I
- Region IV
Giddy Up... Can't wait!!
Go TWolves!
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Post by Hunt'emWolves27 on Feb 7, 2020 13:40:01 GMT -6
I think non district for CP is Vandegrift, Cedar Ridge, Round Rock
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Post by TWolvesFan on Feb 7, 2020 15:09:50 GMT -6
I think non district for CP is Vandegrift, Cedar Ridge, Round Rock Yep... Here’s the 2020 Schedule for The TWolves:
School Dist.
| Team | Where | LISD | Vandegrift | Home | RRISD | Cedar Ridge | Away | RRISD | Round Rock | Away |
| BYE |
| GISD | Georgetown * | Home | Pf. ISD | Pf. Hendrickson * | Away | AISD | Anderson * | Home | LISD | Leander * | Away | Pf. ISD | Pflugerville * | Home | Pf. ISD | Pf. Weiss * | Away | MISD | Manor * | Home |
* District 11 Games All dates and times pending RRISD & Pf.ISD scheduling
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Post by TWolvesFan on Aug 4, 2020 21:03:22 GMT -6
I will be posting the 5a D1 R3 District 11 preview over the next few days; published by the Austin American Statesman. They will be ranking the 8 teams within the district by each position or area on each team. They’ll total the points and be ranking how they feel D11 will finish. The following areas to be ranked are: QBs RBs WRs OL DL LBs DBs Coaching / Intangibles
About This Series: The AAS examined District 11-5A DI and ranked each team, position by position. They then assigned points for the top-ranked team at each position, giving 8 points for the position leader and 1 point for eighth place. They will update the total for each installment of the series, giving an idea of which teams will contend for the district title and the four playoff spots.
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Post by TWolvesFan on Aug 5, 2020 10:00:23 GMT -6
District 11-5A DI football preview series: Quarterbacks Chris Dukes ~ Austin American Statesman
Cedar Park quarterback Ryder Hernandez returns for a third season as one of the most accomplished quarterbacks in the state.
1. Cedar Park: Ryder Hernandez owned the quarterback job for the Timberwolves last year, going 249-for-389 for 3,098 yards, 34 touchdowns and just six interceptions. He also added 69 carries for 421 yards and six scores on the ground. The senior is set to break nearly every school passing record going into his senior year ― no small feat at a program like Cedar Park.
2. Georgetown: At 6-foot-3, 215 pounds and boasting a 4.6 40-yard dash time, Darson Herman has all the measurables a coach would look for in his starting quarterback. Watching him on film, it’s easy to see how he puts all of that natural talent to work. He accounted for 1,465 passing yards, 868 yards on the ground and 19 total touchdowns last season. He was invited to the Elite 11 camp and named first-team all district a year ago for his efforts.
3. Weiss: Tavian Cord was just a sophomore last year, but became one of the most exciting players in the district. The dynamic athlete is drawing some attention from Division I football programs with UNLV making an offer already. After throwing for 933 yards, rushing for 323 yards and adding 132 receiving yards to his stat line last year, he’s got all the tools to improve on those numbers and lead the Wolves back to the playoffs.
4. Anderson: Head coach Daniel Hunter raves about young quarterback Fred Dale’s moxie. Dale faced down powerhouse Lake Travis as a freshman under center and now looks ready to take on a new 5A district with reckless abandon. He has a big-time arm and knows where to put the football. He’ll only get better with more time in the Trojans’ offense.
5. Hendrickson: The Hawks are going to employ a quarterback-by-committee system with the experienced Xavier Lucio and up-and-coming Dior Bradfield splitting time at the position. Lucio has shown an ability to create plays from quarterback, receiver and running back in the past and will continue to be a valuable weapon while coaches are excited about Bradfield’s upside. Expect to see both players on the field in some capacity in most situations.
6. Pflugerville: Quarterback Jaylon Reeves looks ready to break out after throwing for 466 yards and six touchdowns a year ago. Already accomplished as a runner with his 4.6 40-yard dash speed, his continued development as a passer should elevate not only his game, but the entire offense as the Panthers look to improve on last year’s 2-win campaign, when they averaged 18 points a game.
7. Leander: The Lions are hoping to make positive moves forward after struggling through much of head coach Kris Price’s first year, and the staff believes that Garrett Landry is the young man who can help bring about those changes. The two-sport star shows off the same great arm that makes him a successful pitcher for the Lions baseball program. He’s also athletic enough to get out of bad situations and get the ball down the field.
8. Manor: The Mustangs could put the ball in the hands of sophomore Quentin Joiner going into 2020, although the revamped coaching staff headed by James Keller also has some options with several new faces. While Joiner will to have to make an adjustment to the next level, the staff believes he has all the tools and a loaded backfield to lean on as he enters his first year as a starter.
Current Standings
1. Cedar Park 8 Pts.
2. Georgetown 7 Pts.
3. Weiss 6 Pts.
4. Anderson 5 Pts.
5. Hendrickson 4 Pts.
6. Pflugerville 3 Pts.
7. Leander 2 Pts.
8. Manor 1 Point
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Post by TWolvesFan on Aug 6, 2020 9:38:04 GMT -6
District 11-5A DI football preview series: Running Backs Chris Dukes ~ Austin American Statesman
Pflugerville running back Elijah Oakmon, a junior who will be in his third season on the Panthers’ varsity squad, will carry a heavy load for a team seeking to get back to the playoffs.
1. Pflugerville: The Panthers return one of the best players in the area in running back Elijah Oakman, who is coming off a spectacular season in which he accounted for 1,500 all-purpose yards. The 5-foot-10, 196-pound junior has elite power and speed and can catch the ball out of the backfield. He could put up even bigger numbers in 2020 with nine starters back on the offensive side of the ball.
2. Manor: It’s hard to believe that a team can lose a Division I running back in Tahj Brooks (Texas Tech) and still have a chance to be just as good at the position, but that’s exactly where the Mustangs stand. Che Nwabuko made the most of his chances with the football a year ago with 595 yards on just 66 carries. He was also a dangerous return man with 453 special teams yards. He won’t be alone in the backfield, though, with Lavonte Benford joining him. Like Nwabuko, Bedford has elite speed and is coming off a season where he racked up more than 1,000 yards from scrimmage last year.
3. Georgetown: The Eagles bring back unanimous first-team all-district performer Ryan Eady, who accounted for more than 900 yards of total offense a year ago. He’s not the only capable back in the Eagles’ stable though as junior Devin Ross is looking to break out after leading the 9-1 JV team in rushing last season. Keep an eye on Jordan San Miguel as well, who coaches believe is a big-time playmaker.
4. Anderson: The Trojans will build their offense around play-making running back Colin Page, who racked up 1,100 all-purpose yards a year ago, including 825 on the ground. Athlete Joey Baron will also get some time at the position when he’s not flexing out at receiver. He rushed for 500 yards and added another 350 receiving yards last season.
5. Hendrickson: The Hawks have a long history of producing talented running backs, and Jasiya Demps looks like he could be the next in line. The 5-foot-11, 195-pounder runs with power and has enough shifty moves to make people miss in space. He’s always a threat to take every carry to the house.
6. Weiss: Devin Cross was one of the district’s most dependable running backs a year ago, finishing the season with 757 yards and 11 touchdowns on the season. He should get even more carries and touches this season now that he won’t share time with departing senior Jaden Askew.
7. Cedar Park: Keep a close eye on Kevin Adams. The junior siphoned off some carries last year despite a senior-laden running back stable. He finished 2019 with 339 yards and four touchdowns last year and could see those numbers take a major step forward if he can live up to the big upside coaches think he has.
8. Leander: The Lions are hoping to improve this season, and there are quite a few players coming back that could make Leander fans think that could happen. One such player is senior running back Ray Egelsee. Egelsee boasts a 4.5 40-yard dash time according to coaches, and at 6-foot and close to 200 pounds, he’s got power to go with that speed.
Current Standings
1. Georgetown 13 Pts.
2. Pflugerville 11 Pts.
3. Cedar Park 10 Pts.
3. Anderson 10 Pts.
5. Weiss 9 Pts.
6. Pf. Hendrickson 8 Pts.
6. Manor 8 Pts.
8. Leander 3 Pts.
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Post by TWolvesFan on Aug 7, 2020 11:12:00 GMT -6
District 11-5A DI football preview series: Receivers Chris Dukes ~ Austin American Statesman
Cedar Park’s Josh Cameron hauls in a second TD catch against Manor last season. Cameron returns as one of the top receivers in the Austin area.
1. Cedar Park: Josh Cameron is a returning all-state performer who amassed 81 catches for 1,119 yards and 14 touchdowns last year. He’s as explosive as they come and will likely end up playing on Saturdays somewhere after his time at Cedar Park has come to an end. Gunnar Abseck earned all-district honors last year after catching 76 passes for 725 yards and six touchdowns. He’s a crisp route runner with dependable hands and a knack for getting upfield once he gets the ball in his hands. That dynamic duo would probably already be enough to top our list, but when you add in emerging sophomore Hunter Luke and senior Preston Scott (21 catches for 373 yard and six touchdowns), you have not just one of the best receiving groups in the district, but the entire Central Texas area.
2. Anderson: The Trojans have a ton of talent returning in their receiver room led by tight end Kelby Hickerson. The 6-2, 220-pounder is too physical for most safeties and too quick for most linebackers. He racked up 600 yards receiving a year ago. Not to be overshadowed, senior Grose Kiel is the team’s most productive returning receiver. He eclipsed the 1,000-yard receiving mark last season. Not only is he long at 6-1, but he uses that length to haul in nearly everything within his catch radius thanks to his exceptional hands. Another fun multi-talented addition to the offense is 5-8 athlete Joey Baron. The senior had 350 receiving yards playing what the Trojan coaching staff calls an H-back position.
3. Georgetown: The Eagles have an outstanding one-two receiver punch in Brandon Bradford and Kade Locklin. The pair were first- and second-team all-district last year, respectively. Bradford caught 41 passes for 453 yards and five touchdowns while Locklin racked up 526 yards and two touchdowns on 42 catches. They aren’t alone, though. Senior Jacob Trussell can be trouble for defensive backs thanks to his 6-5 frame, and Tyler Fithian could push for more touches after impressing last year. Tight end-receiver hybrid Cole Petter will move all over the formation to create matchup problems for defenses.
4. Hendrickson: Jaden Williams is one of the most entertaining players in the area at any position. He’s already received scholarship offers from Tulsa, Louisiana and Abilene Christian with more likely to follow. His athleticism and pure playmaking ability are a major boon to the Hawks receiving corps. Xavier Lucio and Dior Bradfield are both battling for the starting quarterback job, but whichever one of them isn’t throwing the ball will almost assuredly be catching it on the outside. Brennan Dees is another two-way player who has all the skills needed to make his mark in this offense. Add in Maurice Price, Sydney Mbanasor, Tyree Reed and Kylar Mahoney, and you have the kind of depth that most coaches would kill for.
5. Weiss: The Wolves’ coaching staff rave about Curtis Meeks’ big-time playmaking skills and his exceptional leadership. He’ll be the flagship for the Weiss receivers but hardly the only weapon this team has at its disposal. Jeremiah Robinson looks like he’s poised for a breakout season after taking a big jump from his sophomore to junior year. Sophomore Micah Gifford might just be too good to keep off the field. Head coach Steve Van Meter is an offensive mastermind, and he’ll find the best possible way to use the youngster’s extensive talents to the team’s advantage.
6. Manor: Carl Chester looks exactly like you want a wide receiver to look getting off the bus. He’s 6-3, 180 pounds and can stride out a 4.5 40-yard dash. He can live up to the billing on the field as well. Last year, he caught 36 passes for 465 yards and eight scores for the Mustangs. Athlete Antonio Haynes will spend some time lined up at receiver as well as running back and defensive back. He’s another guy with elite speed who can take it to the house every time he touches the football.
7. Pflugerville: The Panthers are really hoping to get a strong passing game going to take a little pressure off the shoulders of standout running back Elijah Oakman, and senior receiver Ronald Mosely is where they are hoping that will start. At 5-9 and 155 pounds, Mosely is lighting quick with a 4.5 40-yard dash and has the ability make people miss in space.
8. Leander: The Lions believe wide receiver will be one of the team’s strengths going into 2020 thanks to a group led by juniors Aiden Perrott and Caden Wheatley. Perrott is 5-10 and 170 pounds with decent speed and good hands. Wheatley is a great compliment at 5-11 and 175 pounds. Speedy junior Jake Webster (5-foot-8, 170 pounds) helps round out the starting pass catcher group.
Current Standings
1. Georgetown 19 Pts.
2. Cedar Park 18 Pts.
3. Austin Anderson 17 Pts.
4. Pflugerville 13 Pts.
4. Pf. Weiss 13 Pts.
4. Pf. Hendrickson 13 Pts.
7. Manor 11 Pts.
8. Leander 4 Pts.
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Post by TWolvesFan on Aug 8, 2020 16:43:58 GMT -6
District 11-5A DI football preview series: Offense Line Chris Dukes ~ Austin American Statesman
Cedar Park tackle Luke Williams, #58, clears the way for receiver Josh Cameron on an end around in a playoff win over McCallum last season. Williams who is a preseason All State selection in 5A, is one of the top tackles in the Austin area.
1. Cedar Park:There’s one undeniable fact that’s been proven over and over again over the past 15 years or so the Timberwolves are going to field one of the best offensive lines in the Central Texas in any given year. This year’s version will be led by 6-foot-6, 285-pound Luke Williams, the district’s co-offensive lineman of the year a year ago and the primary bodyguard for quarterback Ryder Hernandez. Guard Connor Mason is 6-2 and 255 pounds with good size and quick feet. He’s counted on to do a lot of the pulling and trapping for the Timberwolves but is plenty physical enough to maul a defensive lineman across from him if asked as well. Nolan Seifert also earned all-district honors last season.
2. Georgetown: Connor Heffernan might be the most talented individual offensive lineman in the district. The 6-5, 275-pounder has already drawn offers from Rice, Colorado State and Air Force and could see that list grow going into his senior year. Trey Flores is a 5-11, 275-pound bulldozer and the other senior leader of the group. The Eagles do have a couple of key pieces to replace from last year’s team, but with a couple of cornerstones like Heffernan and Flores, the rest of the group should fill out nicely.
3. Hendrickson: Garrett Winneck is the senior leader of this group, and he looks the part at 6-5 and 265 pounds. The 6-3, 285-pound Deontae Bowie is another senior all-district candidate next to him, giving the unit a formidable pair of building blocks. The Hawks must replace a few other key pieces on the line in the first year back in Class 5A, but they have the kind of talent and size regularly found in 6A programs.
4. Manor:This is a team perhaps best known for its elite talent at the skill positions, but it’s the group up front that paves the way for the playmakers. This team has no shortage of talent up front Audric Hardaway will play on both sides of the ball, and his stout 6-1, 270-pound build allows him to lock on to a target and drive off the line. Max Diaz’s low center of gravity gives him a leverage advantage against some guys who may be bigger on the other side of the ball. Tyler Thornton is another anchor for the group. He may just be a junior, but he already plays with the experience and demeanor of a senior.
5. Anderson: Keep a close eye on right tackle Garrett Crownover. Though he’s just a sophomore, he held his own in one of the best 6A districts in the state last year. At 6-4 and 275 pounds, he stacks up physically with any player in the district and another year’s worth of experience and growth could see him go from solid to dominant in a new 5A Division I district. The team is breaking in a few new players up front around him, but the Anderson coaching staff fully believes the group has a chance to be bigger and better than last year up front.
6. Weiss: The Wolves are going to lean heavily on the experience and smarts of center Diego Cruz. The Weiss coaching staff calls his football IQ “off the charts.” He’ll make all the calls and keep everyone in line as they adjust to Steve Van Meter’s always-high-powered offensive scheme. The team will have to find some replacements for a pair of all-district players in Christian Hamilton and Diego Ceballos-Rios, but the staff believes there are talented players waiting in the wings to step up and fill those roles.
7. Pflugerville: The Panthers must replace their on-field and locker room leader in center Wyatt Crawford, but it appears Noah De La Torre may be read to step into the role. He was an all-district player a year ago at tackle. Devin Mathis, Abel Vidaurri ,and Anthony Kiddy are just a few of the names that are being kicked around to potentially make a difference up front this season for Pflugerville. Developing this unit will be key for third-year coach Charles Taylor, who predicates his offense off a power-running game.
8. Leander: Noah Holifield is a bit on the small size at 6-foot and 210 pounds, but the senior packs more punch than his frame would have you believe. Logan Davis stands 6-4 and 230 pounds and will help hold down this group, along with the 6-3, 269-pound Tai Sewell. The Lions are hoping some experience will help this group continue to improve as the team looks to turn a corner this year.
Current Standings
1. Georgetown 26 Pts.
1. Cedar Park 26 Pts.
3. Austin Anderson 21 Pts.
4. Pf. Hendrickson 19 Pts.
5. Pf. Weiss 16 Pts.
5. Manor 16 Pts.
7. Pflugerville 15 Pts.
8. Leander 5 Pts.
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Post by TWolvesFan on Aug 9, 2020 12:49:12 GMT -6
District 11-5A DI football preview series: Defensive Line Chris Dukes ~ Austin American Statesman
Cedar Park defensive end Hunter Hewitt #95 pressures Pflugerville quarterback Jaylon Reeves in a game last season. Hewitt returns as one of the top defensive lineman in the Austin area.
1. Cedar Park: Quarterbacks in the district can’t be too excited to find out Hunter Hewitt is coming back. The first-team, all-district performer racked up 69 tackles, 20 for loss and 20 quarterback hurries last season while helping the famed “Black Rain” defense hold foes to 16 points a game. The 6-foot-4, 240-pound senior can not only get to the edge, but bend the edge for opposing offensive tackles. Nose guard Murray Robinson controls the middle of the line at 6-2 and 275 pounds. He is hard to move off the ball and often commands more than one blocker.
2. Manor: Desionee Rich is a certified beast at defensive end. The 6-foot-3, 210 pound senior is simply too fast for most offensive linemen to catch with a big enough frame to hold his own when he does engage with a blocker. Noseguard Wilfred Minor is the anchor of the group in the middle. The 6-3, 230-pounder is quick off the ball and can control blockers and shoot gaps when needed. Two-way starter Audric Hardaway will hold down one of the tackle spots at 6-1 and 270 pounds and adds more experience up front for a team hoping to lower last season’s average of 30 points allowed per game.
3. Hendrickson: Aidan Keith will be mentioned again during this series. The senior is a hybrid defensive end and linebacker who can not only set the edge but also creates a disruptive presence in the backfield with his speed. On the other side, Nate Johnson brings plenty of experience and length at 6-3 and 235 pounds. The Hawks allowed 23.8 points a game while competing in one of the most offensive-minded Class 6A districts in the state last season. If they can find consistent play in the interior of the defensive line, they should be able to lower that number in 2020.
4. Georgetown: Defensive ends Hans Cook and Jacob Noel both need big seasons if the Eagles hope to rebuild a defensive front decimated by graduation. Matt Arnold can move around to several different positions on the line, and Colton Washington could emerge as a key player in the rotation. Daniel Obinna is just a sophomore, but has the size of an upperclassmen at 5-foot-11 and 279 pounds. The Eagles gave up just 21.7 points a game in their first season under Coach Chuck Griffin, but they’ll need to grow up in a hurry up front if they hope to match that number.
5. Anderson: The Trojans are replacing a lot of talent large swath of talent up front, but there are a few new players that look ready to step into larger role. Sophomore nose guard Caleb Senseman may take a few games to adjust to varsity, but looks to have all the tools to be a difference-maker. Fellow sophomore Maxwell Mittanck has an impressive frame at 6-5 and 225 pounds. Roland Ton is on the smaller side, but has a good center of gravity and is plenty strong for his size. The Trojans gave up 28.2 points a game last year despite allowing a combined 98 points to Westlake and Lake Travis in their final two contests, and they’ll need their youngsters on the defensive front to grow up quickly.
6. Pflugerville: The Panthers bring back eight starters on defense, including a ton of experience up front with returning defensive ends Blake Marler and Dejuan Jules. Noah De La Torre will help hold things down in the middle, and the 5-9, 230-pounder may need a strong senior campaign if the Panthers hope to lower their average of 37.5 points allowed per game in 2019.
7. Leander: Solidifying the defensive front is a summer priority after the Lions gave up 45.9 points a game in last season’s Class 6A winless campaign. Coaches believe Major Maydon is primed for a big-time senior season at 6-foot and 220 pounds. He’s strong enough to hold his own against offensive linemen and fast enough to make chase down running backs and quarterbacks in pursuit. Jason Pidgin, a 6-1, 215-pound junior, will rely on his speed at one of the defensive end spots.
8. Weiss: The Wolves are looking for new faces to step up in the trenches after saying goodbye to nine defensive starters from last year’s Class 5A Division II playoff team, including standout leader Christian Hamilton. While some of the younger players will have to step up and win starting jobs, head coach Steve Van Meter believes there’s enough young talent in the Wolves’ growing subvarsity program to field a productive defensive line in 2020.
Current Standings
1. Cedar Park 34 Pts.
2. Georgetown 31 Pts.
3. Austin Anderson 25 Pts.
3. Pf. Hendrickson 25 Pts.
5. Manor 23 Pts.
6. Pflugerville 18 Pts.
7. Pf. Weiss 17 Pts.
8. Leander 7 Pts.
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Post by TWolvesFan on Aug 10, 2020 9:16:06 GMT -6
District 11-5A DI football preview series: Linebackers Chris Dukes ~ Austin American Statesman
Cedar Park inside linebacker Shelby Battles #31 is preparing to stop RB Chux Nwabuko III in a game against Hutto last year. Battles will anchor the middle of Cedar Park’s “Black Rain” defense.
1. Cedar Park: Shelby Battles, a 5-foot-11, 210-pound inside linebacker, started last season as a relative unknown but ended the year as a name every opponent on the Timberwolves’ schedule remembered. The district’s newcomer of the year recorded 115 tackles with 70 of those solo, 10 tackles for loss, nine quarterback hurries, one pass broken up, three fumble recoveries and two defensive touchdowns. He earned an honorable mention all-state nod for his efforts. The scary part? He could be even better this year as a senior. The guy next to him is no slouch, either. Luke Taylor is a 5-9, 205-pound ball hawk who recorded 83 tackles, seven for loss, six hurries and two sacks last year on his way to a spot on the all district team. Seniors Javion Mays and Logan Shaw were both productive last year with solid numbers. They’ll round out what might be the best linebacker group in Central Texas.
2. Georgetown: Senior Andres Langhorne will be at the heart of the Eagles defense. A speed demon with excellent instincts, the 6-foot-2, 195-pounder also has a high motor to match his skills. Fellow senior Zach Wolfe will help provide experience and maturity for this group and looks poised for a breakout season, and senior Manny Obinna moves in to the district after getting significant snaps for Stony Point last season. If this group can jell quickly, it could turn from a question mark into a strength for what’s usually a salty Eagles’ defense.
3. Manor: The Mustangs’ 3-4 scheme is based on speed from the linebacker position, and it looks like this year’s group is ready to provide it. Inside backer Jabrion White is a 5-8, 180-pound sparkplug who covers a ton of ground. He recorded 59 tackles, forced a pair of fumble and came up with three fumble recoveries last year. Juniors Wilson Buhendwa and Kenny Miller are two more names being thrown around as a guy who may be ready to follow in the tradition of successful Manor outside pass rushers.
4. Anderson: The Trojans, making the move from Class 6A to 5A, are breaking in seven new starters on defense. That means they will lean heavily on the experience of Aidan Thompson, a 5-11, 200-pound senior now in his third season as a starter. Thompson is almost like a coach on the field at this point after seeing some of the state’s most elite offenses playing in a district with the likes of Lake Travis and Westlake. Thompson’s coming off a successful season with 75 tackles, one sack, five tackles for loss and one quarterback hurry, but Coach Daniel Hunter and his staff will need to fill in the lineup gaps around him.
5. Hendrickson: The Hawks must replace a major playmaker in outside backer and edge rusher Gabe Hunter, who is now at Boise State, but the staff believes it may have found the heir apparent in Aidan Keith. Keith will assume the hybrid defensive end-linebacker role that Hunter played so well last year and has the skills to be extremely effective. Hendrickson is so multiple in its defensive schemes it can be hard to pin down exactly what position Ethan Bell plays. Whether you would classify him as a linebacker or a nickel back (it often changes from play to play), he’s extremely effective as both a tackler and in pass coverage. Josh Alvarado is another player who can share the duties of either a linebacker or defensive back.
6. Pflugerville: The Panthers are hoping their linebacker corps will be one of the strengths of the defense that welcomes back eight starters from last season. Seniors Tony Cutric and Dalin Weeks anchor the unit. Curtis is a 6-foot, 185-pound senior who has excellent closing speed and range, while Weeks is more of an enforcer at 6-2 and 216 pounds. Any defensive improvement — the Panthers allowed 37.5 points a game last season — will begin at this position.
7. Leander: The Lions’ coaching staff is expecting big things from senior Dyron Dixon. He’s built solid at 5-10 and 220 pounds and boasts enough speed to get downhill in the run game and make some plays. He’s also agile enough to move around and get under slant and curl routes to potentially come up with some interceptions. If the Lions can find a couple of guys ready to step in beside Dixon, this unit could turn into a strength of the team.
8. Weiss: Coach Steve Van Meter isn’t the only new face you’ll see when the Wolves take the field in 2020. Nearly their entire defense was wiped out by graduation as well, and the new coaching staff will have to rebuild quickly as the Wolves back the move up from Class 5A’s Division II to Division I. Darun Eguavoen, a 6-2, 170-pound outside linebacker played well in spots last season and will have to take on a larger role this year. Keep an eye on sophomore Joshua Styles, who impressed in the offseason.
Current Standings
1. Cedar Park 42 Pts.
2. Georgetown 38 Pts.
3. Austin Anderson 30 Pts.
4. Pf. Hendrickson 29 Pts.
4. Manor 29 Pts.
6. Pflugerville 21 Pts.
7. Pf. Weiss 18 Pts.
8. Leander 9 Pts.
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Post by TWolvesFan on Aug 11, 2020 8:47:57 GMT -6
District 11-5A DI football preview series: Defensive backs Chris Dukes ~ Austin American Statesman
Georgetown safety Saul DeLaRosa #20 breaks down to tackle Cedar Park’s Josh Cameron in a game last season. DeLaRosa returns for the Eagles after nabbing eight interceptions a year ago.
1. Georgetown: Saul DeLaRosa is a magnet when it comes to finding the football, and he headlines a talented and experienced secondary The 5-10, 170-pound senior picked off eight passes in 12 games last year. Trent McConnell will line up next to him. The 6-2 junior burst on the scene last year and started every game. Aaron Bissell is a the rare 6-3 defensive back with fluid hips and the ability to play either press or zone coverage. Ayden Valencia is extremely physical in the running game as shown by his 40 tackles as a junior last season.
2. Manor: Senior safety Devin Lemear is as rangy as they come at his position. The 6-foot, 170-pounder has already drawn offers from the likes of Baylor, Texas, TCU, Arizona and many more. He recorded 77 tackles, one for loss, two interceptions and a forced fumble last year. Antonio Haynes is living proof that big things can come in small packages. The versatile athlete, who boasts 4.5 speed, may weigh only 145 pounds but can match physicality with nearly any player he’ll face on the other side of the ball. Juniors Shiorn Hamlin and Jaylen Young help round out a secondary that can match athleticism with any other unit in Central Texas.
3. Hendrickson: Hendrickson has a history of producing elite talent in the secondary, and this group could add to that legacy. Jayden Williams is a Division I talent already committed to Louisiana as a receiver, but he will likely use his elite athleticism to make life hard on opposing receivers as a two-way starter for Coach Chip Killian. Brennan Dees is a 6-1, 190-pound cover man who can match up with nearly any receiver. Ethan Bell and Josh Alvarado are hybrid players who will wear many hats in the Hawks defense. Kylar Mahoney is a feisty 5-9, 165-pound junior who plays much bigger than his listed height and weight. Both Tyree Reed and Maurice Price add much-needed depth to the Hawks’ multi-faceted scheme.
4. Cedar Park: While the strength of the “Black Rain” defense may be in the front seven, the secondary welcomes back a pair of proven players. Safety Josh Bretz is a returning all-district second-team performer who recorded 30 tackles, two for loss, three passes broken up, one interception and a fumble recover last year. He’ll be joined by cornerback Casyn Weisenhutter, a senior who knocked down 12 passes, forced two fumbles, recovered two fumbles and made 28 stops.
5. Pflugerville: Senior Armon Fullman is the kind of defensive back you want to lead the team off the bus. His long 6-2. 170-pound frame is only made better by his legit 4.4 speed. He has the skill set to play all four positions in the secondary and may move around as the Panthers need him, but he’s a natural free safety in coach Charles Taylor’s defensive scheme. Tony Cuturic will see snaps at safety, although he also has experience playing linebacker. Several other promising players with varsity experience also return, giving Taylor arguably his most experienced secondary since taking over prior to the 2018 season.
6. Weiss: Senior safety Zane Tipton, the unit’s leader, is the only defensive player to start all 12 games a year ago. He’ll anchor a young but gifted secondary that includes sophomore Micah Gilford, who looks ready to assume a big role on what could become a dynamic defense. Head coach Steve Van Meter has pegged him as a name that will be known statewide by the end of his high school career.
7. Anderson: Graduation gutted the depth in the secondary, but Will Fonken was an unexpected surprise last year as a sophomore. The 6-1, 180-pound prospect will be counted on to become a leader on what will be a young but talented defense. He recorded 35 tackles, 17 solo and broke up 10 passes a year ago.
8. Leander: Coaches are extremely high on junior Andre Burt. The 6-foot, 200-pounder might not just be the best member of the secondary, but he could be the best overall defender on the Lions’ defense. He’s going to be counted on to help out in the running game as well as defend the pass. Junior Jaylen Jammer is a 5-11, 170-pound ball hawk whose instincts make him appear much faster than his 40-yard dash time would indicate. Without any returning seniors, this pair will have to anchor a rebuilt secondary.
Current Standings
1. Cedar Park 47 Pts.
2. Georgetown 46 Pts.
3. Manor 36 Pts.
4. Pf. Hendrickson 35 Pts.
4. Austin Anderson 32 Pts.
6. Pflugerville 25 Pts.
7. Pf. Weiss 21 Pts.
8. Leander 10 Pts.
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Post by TWolvesFan on Aug 12, 2020 9:15:34 GMT -6
District 11-5A DI football preview series: Coaches/Intangibles Chris Dukes ~ Austin American Statesman
Cedar Park head coach Carl Abseck, who led the team to its second state title in 2015, has maintained the Timberwolves’ reputation as one of the elite programs in the Austin area.
1. Cedar Park: Head coach Carl Absek has won district titles in four out of his five seasons at Cedar Park. That includes a 16-0 season and a state title in 2015, the second title in program history. The Timberwolves have their program on cruise control, consistently pumping out talent from their middle school and JV ranks to replace the large swath of players that go on to play at Division I colleges. Winning is in the DNA for a program that has a 180-69 record since beginning varsity play in 2000.
2. Weiss: Head coach Steve Van Meter has twice tried out retirement but didn’t find it to his liking. The Wolves certainly won’t complain about that. They are getting a head coach that has posted 19 playoff appearances between his stints at Hutto and Friendswood. He’s coming off a pair of 11-win seasons with the Hippos, where he built one of the most prolific offenses in the state. He is hoping to continue to add wins to his 187-101-1 record as a head coach, and he’s hoping to keep the momentum going for a second-year program in the Pflugerville school district that went 9-3 a year ago.
3. Hendrickson: There aren’t many more respected names in coaching in Central Texas than Chip Killian. He’s been extremely successful during his time at Hendrickson with an 89-49 record over 12 years. Although the Hawks had a streak of 11 straight playoff appearances broken during last year’s 4-6 campaign, a move down to 5A may help the team return to the playoffs in 2020.
4. Georgetown: When longtime head coach Jason Dean was promoted to the district’s athletic director position last year, it was almost a no-brainer to bring back one of his top lieutenants to take over. Chuck Griffin was a major part of the program’s most successful decade in school history and returned after a short stint at Abilene. He led the program to an 8-4 season and an area-round appearance in the playoffs in his first year back. Winning has become a way of life for the Eagles, who haven’t had a losing regular season since 2009.
5. Manor: James Keller may be in his first season as a head coach, but it’s far from his first time around the block. The UTEP graduate has risen rapidly through the ranks at Manor thanks in large part to his tireless work ethic and ability to connect with young student-athletes. He helped produce several Division I running back prospects before taking over the offensive coordinator duties. Last year, he helped field one of the best offenses in Central Texas, which was a major part of Manor’s lengthy playoff run to the regional finals.
6. Anderson: It’s been 10 years since the Trojans last competed in a district not part of the state’s largest classification. What happened? Anderson went 10-2, which is the highest number of wins since the school opened in 1967 as an integrated campus in Northwest Austin. A drop down to Class 5A from a 6A district that included Lake Travis and Westlake will certainly help the playoff cause for Anderson, which has gone 11-9 under third-year coach Daniel Hunter. Prior to Hunter, the Trojans had muddled their way to a 14-47 record in the previous six seasons.
7. Pflugerville: Charles Taylor, who guided McCallum on its magical run to the Class 5A Division II state semifinals in 2017, had the unenviable task of replacing legendary head coach George Herrmann. Although his team has gone just 6-14 in his first seasons, the Taylor native has a track record of success. But can he turn things around in a district that continues to expand and pull numbers from its original campus? After nine playoff appearances in the 2000s, the Panthers have just one winning record over the past decade.
8. Leander: The Lions have a proud tradition but have fallen on some hard times as the Leander school district continues its rapid expansion. Last year, new head coach Kris Price struggled in a tough Class 6A district with an 0-10 record. He’s hoping a second season as well as a drop down into Class 5A will provide an opportunity to get his schemes and program established. The Lions have won just eight games since last qualifying for the playoffs in 2013. Competing against schools the same size can certainly help reverse that trend.
Final Standings 1. Cedar Park 55 Pts.
2. Georgetown 51 Pts.
3. Pf. Hendrickson 41 Pts.
4. Manor 40 Pts.
5. Austin Anderson 35 Pts.
6. Pflugerville 27 Pts.
6. Pf. Weiss 27 Pts.
8. Leander 11 Pts.
From a preseason look, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Pf. Hendrickson, & Manor will be representing 5A DI District 11 in the playoffs. However, don’t count out Austin Anderson, Pflugerville, or Pf. Weiss to upset any of the top four during this season, and throw a wrench in the final four rankings or even the teams going to the playoffs! ***Most photo captions as well as all team rankings & info was taken from the Austin American Statesman, however all photos were taken from the CPHS TWolves Photo Album as I was unable to transfer photos from the AAS to this website.***
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Post by TWolvesFan on Sept 19, 2020 16:12:41 GMT -6
I'll be tracking the weekly results and posting the current standings for this upcoming season. Hopefully we'll be able to get through the entire season without any cancellations. 5A/D1 - Region 3 - District 11 # | Team | District | Over-All | 1 | Austin Anderson | 0 - 0 | 0 - 0 | 2 | Cedar Park | 0 - 0
| 0 - 0 | 3 | Georgetown | 0 - 0
| 0 - 0 | 4 | Leander | 0 - 0
| 0 - 0 | 5 | Manor | 0 - 0
| 0 - 0 | 6 | Pflugerville | 0 - 0
| 0 - 0 | 7 | Pf. Hendrickson | 0 - 0
| 0 - 0 | 8 | Pf. Weiss | 0 - 0 | 0 - 0 |
September 24th & 25th Games Austin Anderson @ Austin Bowie Thursday 9/24 Cedar Park vs Austin Vandegrift Friday 9/25 Georgetown @ Belton Friday 9/25 Leander vs Leander Glenn Friday 9/25 Manor BYE Pflugerville vs Pf. Connally Friday 9/25 Pf. Hendrickson @ Austin Akins Friday 9/25 Pf. Weiss vs Leander Rouse Thursday 9/24
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Post by TWolvesFan on Sept 23, 2020 12:57:07 GMT -6
I'll be tracking the weekly results and posting the current standings for this upcoming season. Hopefully we'll be able to get through the entire season without any cancellations. 5A/D1 - Region 3 - District 11 # | Team | District | Over-All | 1 | Austin Anderson | 0 - 0 | 0 - 0 | 2 | Cedar Park | 0 - 0
| 0 - 0 | 3 | Georgetown | 0 - 0
| 0 - 0 | 4 | Leander | 0 - 0
| 0 - 0 | 5 | Manor | 0 - 0
| 0 - 0 | 6 | Pflugerville | 0 - 0
| 0 - 0 | 7 | Pf. Hendrickson | 0 - 0
| 0 - 0 | 8 | Pf. Weiss | 0 - 0 | 0 - 0 |
September 24th & 25th Games Austin Anderson @ Austin Bowie Thursday 9/24 Cedar Park vs Austin Vandegrift Friday 9/25 Georgetown @ Belton Friday 9/25 Leander vs Leander Glenn Friday 9/25 Manor BYE Pflugerville BYE Pf. Hendrickson @ Austin Akins Friday 9/25 Pf. Weiss vs Leander Rouse Thursday 9/24
Updated the opponent of Austin Anderson from 5A D2 Austin McCallum to 6A Austin Bowie. This is a MUCH tougher opponent for Austin Anderson. They do play Austin McCallum next Friday 10/2.
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