Here are the top 25 high school football players from Texas' class of 2022, and where each is headed (if they've have already made an official decision). Three GISD football standouts recently joined the National Football League (NFL). First published on December 27, 2020 / 10:15 PM. Player to watch: RB/WR- Colton Yarbrough- His versatility will help offensively as he can play both running back and slot receiver for the Eagles. He was an outstanding football player at Kiski. To see photos from the event, become a VYPE Insider today! Irving - Quarterfinals 1968, 2003. Non-District game to watch: 8/27 vs. Grand Prairie- Grand Prairie comes to town for the season opener after going 1-9 last season as well. Martinez also said that he expects a breakout campaign by sophomore running back and linebacker Jayllen Chambers, who started at running back last season after Brown transitioned to quarterback full-time. Continually learning and improving, though, the Trojans can be expected to learn from their previous meetings in the regular season. Bullitt attended Texas A&M after graduating from NFHS. (Lola Gomez/The Dallas Morning News) (Lola Gomez / Staff Photographer) Garland football's last 10 years. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); National Signing Day is a day most young athletes dream of. You can donate here. Garland Rowlett Eagles (2509) On one hand, here was a coach who had learned from the best. Wylie Pirates (2823) He was a first team all-district selection on both offense and defense after catching 40 passes for 519 yards, while also racking up 12 tackles for loss on the other side of the ball. The offense delivered bucket after bucket while they pulled away and the defense was able to continue to fend off Second Baptist's attempts to score as the Lady Warriors led 24-14 headed into halftime. Senior Rodney Gibson is another talent on the line at defensive tackle and has picked up offers from Missouri Baptist and Carthage College. Garland's Jordan Hudson (3) picks up a couple of yards during the first half of high school football game against Rowlett at Williams Stadium in Garland on Friday, November 6, 2020. Head Coach: Kendall Miller: 9th season as head coach Iwunnah will be joined by fellow defensive lineman Jonathon Brown, who was a district honorable mention last season. His mom says football was his passion. Last Season: 6-5: Defeated in bi-district by Dallas Jesuit The school attracts many students from around the city because of its variety of rigorous academic programs such as the IB program and long history. For more information, contact Coach Mikeska. The hours that he has put in to be the best have and will continue to pay off for him. 17 Kingwood Park Panthers, THE WIND UP: VYPE Softball Rankings, No. And they passed on the same day," Beasley said. Home GHS History Athletics . District 9-6A is located northeast of Dallas. Last Season: 6-5; Defeated in bi-district by Prosper 24-0 Johnson coached Boyd at GHS. To see photos from the event, become a VYPE Insider today! North Texas Porch Thieves Becoming Bolder, Fort Worth Reviews Violent Crime Response Initiative, LIVE RADAR: Afternoon Showers Possible, Powerful Storms Forecast for Thursday, Man Found Carrying Around a Mummified Corpse Up to 800 Years Old in a Food Delivery Bag in Peru, 28 Children Rescued, 59 Adults Arrested in Massive DFW Child Porn Investigation: Police, The Pandemic Altered Many Things, Including Alcohol AbuseThese Are the Warning Signs. He lettered in basketball as well as in track and field as a Garland Owl. Spring football was going to be big, so getting the reps we need early will be the key to our success, Behrens said. For more information, contactCoach Castillo. Player to watch: TE/DE Devean Deal- A big-bodied option in the passing game at 64 and 225 pounds. National Signing Day is a day most young athletes dream of. If we can run the ball effectively, we should be quite prolific on the offensive side of the ball. The defense has more talented youth as well. In the regular season, the Trojans lost both meetings (73-46, 66-48). Mike [Gandy] didnt even play football until his sophomore year. Naaman Forest High School had two 2002 graduates who played in Super Bowl XLIV. With arguably the best running back in the state, a team loaded with junior stars, one star quarterback looking to lead his school back to the playoffs for the first time in eight years, and a perennial contender reloading among the storylines, it is sure to be a district to watch this year. The current Garland Owls football team members were also excited that even though it has been 20 years since any of the players graduated, there were guys who played there and worked out there and gone on to play in a Super Bowl. On Wednesday morning, three Garland Owls football players turned their dreams into reality as they made playing college football official by signing their NLIs. Bobby Boyds football will be in the office of GISD Executive Athletic Director Homer B. Johnson and then moved into the press box during football season. Senior linebacker Cameron Kongamnach, who just picked up an offer from Division III Occidental College, will look to have an impact on defense at linebacker. Kirk skipped the 2017 season, but played in all 12 2016 games. Garland ISD Swim Team Boosters: Garland HS: 1/20/2023: GHS Band Boosters: Garland HS: 9/12/2022: GHS Baseball Booster Club: Garland HS: 1/23/2023: GHS Choir Booster Club: Garland HS: . According to Arkansas State Police Public Information Officer Bill Sadler, police received a first report of the crash at 2800 Arkansas Highway 7 North at 11:26 p.m. Jessieville High School head football coach TJ Burk still . He has 11 Division I offers, including ones from Baylor and Texas. As the No. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? In the secondary, Matua Mauga is a key player and hard hitter at safety, totaling 56 tackles a year ago. To this day, Johnson remains Garland ISD's athletic director, and his first major hire still resonates. The wide receiver was the No. "They knew each other. Key Texas high school football games, computer rankings, statewide stat leaders, schedules and scores - live and final. 2020: Texas District 9-6A Offensive Player of the Year as a junior. Football; TX Football; Garland High School Football; Football Roster; Garland Football Roster. Guardado, also known as Choo, was a 16-year-old sophomore who played defensive tackle for Garland High School. Heres the latest news on the Rams vs. Bengals Super Bowl 2022 showdown. Sign up to receive one email per week with links to all of the lastest news! Photo Galleries. Denard Walker, South Garland High School graduate, played for the Tennessee Titans after graduating from Louisiana State University. Garland Naaman Forest Rangers (2260) Others, though, would attest to the fact that it only proves that the Trojans are battle-tested and prepared for any team- no matter how good- in the playoffs. The school is a member of the AP program, the IB program, and is known for its football team, the Garland Owls. National Signing Day is a day most young athletes dream of. In my opinion, he was probably the best coach to ever coach in the state of Texas.". All rights reserved, Following a Delivery Truck? Houston pitmaster goes viral after hilarious TV interview, 'Call me a Nazi': Former Houston pastor calls for state book ban, Houston is in for dust and gray skies as Texas haboob arrives, Former KHOU anchor turns layoff into lucrative real estate career, The only Houston rodeo food guide you'll need, Report: Houston ranked No. The Colonels Marching Band plays "I Wish I Were In Dixie" as the school's fight song. A win here and the Patriots would be able to carry some good momentum into district play. The School of Performing Arts was approved by the GISD School Board. He also scored a rushing touchdown. Three former football players from Garland High School have that distinction. For more information, contactCoach Sisson. Texas HS Football State Champions: 1920-2022, Texas HS Football Fan Vote Player Of The Year. Cedar Hill - State Champs 2006, 2013, 2014. Coming out of halftime lead by Emma Kay Martin, Marisa Martin, Lauren Ulrich, and the rest of the team, the Lady Warriors fought through adversity. Hakeem and Luther are great representatives of Garland HS, Jordan said. On the other, here was a team ready to win. Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Pro Football Reference Database. He was released by the Panthers on August 30 and signed to the team's practice squad on September . Your password needs to be at least 8 characters and one number. As the Patriots get their new quarterback settled in, Wheaton will lead the way on offense with Iwunnah anchoring the team on defense as these Patriots look to get back to the playoffs for the second year running. VYPE DFW takes a dive into the team and what fans can expect moving forward. What's even more special is being given the opportunity to continue playing your sport during the next chapter of your life and career. Garland ISD has produced numerous successful athletes and a few were recently recognized for playing in past Super Bowls. He played in Super Bowl XXXIV. III Quarterfinal: Connally vs. Bryan Rudder, 7PM - NFHS | 6A Boys Basketball, Reg. Owl . Become a DCTF Subscriber Today! The Pirates will be glad to have McElroy back after their leading rusher and three leading receivers graduated. The success turned the Owls into rock stars. Get our coverage on how to watch, commercials, the halftime show, injuries and more. Report: Houston is the No. This page was last edited on 25 July 2022, at 00:29. After ten years at North Garland, Joe Castillo accepted the head coaching job at Little Elm on May 11 with the intent of turning the Lobos into a playoff team. Senior WR/TE/LB Dayvaun Gilmore, 13 catches for 100 yards last season, is an extremely versatile player and a great blocker at all offensive positions. He can play in a variety of positions on both sides of the ball, according to the Colonels coaching staff. 1 most stressful city for workers in U.S. He played in just five games last year due to injury, but still racked up over 400 yards receiving and six touchdowns. "When we found out yesterday it was just so devastating because you just you can't believe there's two situations so close, and so close to home," said Amber Perez, a close family friend. 2020 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. South Garland Colonels (2151) He had a breakout year as a sophomore, rushing for 1,315 yards, throwing for 542 more, and totaling 14 touchdowns, which earned him second team all-district honors. Matthew Stafford (left), Trey Hopkins (center) and Von Miller (right) are three of the 15 players who grew up in Texas playing in Super Bowl LVI on Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022. 34) - Hendrickson High School 2014. It is through these efforts, golfers involved in our program exhibit qualities of positive role models and academic achievement. Player to watch: QB Alex Orji- A transfer in from Bishop Dunne, who threw for 116 yards in limited action last year. MAXPREPS; CBSSPORTS.COM; 247SPORTS; . Two of the most memorable games during that 13-1 run in 1964 were a 20-16 victory over Texarkana and the five-point win over Galena Park. John Hegwood - The 6-5 Hegwood averaged 22 points and 18 rebounds as a senior in 1981-82 and was named second-team all-state and to the Indiana All-Star team. 2023 Texas High School Football Program Rankings: Nos. Non-District game to watch: 9/4 vs. Seniors Aden Gonzalez, 273 receiving yards, and Brison Huey, 195 receiving yards and second team all-district honors, each return alongside Deal to provide reliable targets in passing situations. A good chunk of Garland's championship teams had played together since the fifth grade, experiencing mostly success along the way. This program expands upon endorsements and allows visual arts to also receive credit, as the Performing Arts Endorsement only applied to performance arts, including film. Garland Lakeview Centennial Patriots (2455) GHS graduate Luther Kirk signed as a free agent with the Dallas Cowboys. "We know that even though he may not be here, his legacy will live on because, he will remain with us all the timeall those moments on and off the field, we will never forget them," Perez said. Late in the third period, Emma Kay Martin was pulled out after an injury on the court giving Second Baptist the opportunity to do whatever it took to play catchup on the court. Junior Brian Okoye was the third-leading rusher a year ago with 244 yards and three touchdowns and will bring valuable experience to the backfield. With a fire in their hearts and the mentality to prove any nay-sayer wrong, the Trojans will look to have a strong game against Plano's Prestonwood Christian Academy- a team they have already faced twice this season. Storylines: Rowlett was left out of the playoffs last year for the first time in fifteen years after being on the short end of a three-way tiebreaker. "I asked the board to hire him because I knew he was a good coach," Johnson said. Or write about sports? III Semifinal: Fairfield vs. Rice, 12PM - NFHS | 1A Girls Basketball, Reg. In his junior year, he started in 14 games and had 41 receptions for 546 yards and four touchdowns. Keep up with Garland High School sports with football . Bell- The lone road game on the Raiders non-district slate. The Dallas Christian School Lady Chargers (22-8) have done it again! The Garland High School Store allows you to customize Owls clothing and merch. Storylines: Dont let their record from last season fool you. II Quarterfinal: Harker Heights vs. DeSoto, 7PM - NFHS | 6A Boys Basketball, Reg. The association is comprised of parents who, through financial support and individual effort, are dedicated to promoting the football program at North Garland High School and enhancing competition at the highest level. All roads to the UIL state football 11-man championships lead to Houston. Ossai was also a first-team All-Big 12 selection in 2020. Non-District game to watch: 9/4 vs. Keller Central- The only home game for the Pirates in non-district play comes against a Keller Central side that went 7-4 a year ago and also were eliminated in the bi-district round. All he talked about, was going to the NFL," Beasley said. However, the upside of this group is incredible. Adeniji was team captain as a senior and was named all-district as a junior and senior. It will be a good road test for the Mustangs to open the season. Even 50 years later. As Jazzy Powell fouled out, Second Baptist narrowed Liberty Christian's lead down to only 10 points. Her son, 24-year-old Hakeem Adeniji plays guard for the Cincinnati Bengals. For more information please email Coach Russel. There is a lot of promise for the Colonels heading into the season. Curtis led the Owls to back-to-back state championships in 1963 and 1964. Varsity His mom says football was his passion. All six players who earned first or second team all-district honors on defense also graduated. In 2015, he played in 10 games and collected 18 tackles and four pass breakups. Instituted a leadership and character development program (Black Knights), 20 players a year assist with the Special Olympics Track Meet, The coaches host a hamburger cookout for the GHS Special Olympians, Successful Special Education students are recognized at one of the team lunches in the fall, Instituted a "Reading with the Owls" Program in 2002 in conjunction with Freeman Elementary, Participate in the "Reading Across America" Program, Have had 3 players chosen Academic All-State, The 1999 class valedictorian played football, On average, over 65% of the players have taken an advanced class. Knowing the weaknesses and plans that Prestonwood has on the court, fans can expect the Trojans to play physical with a sense of preparedness and readiness. He has picked up offers from 17 Division I programs, including Kansas, Northwestern, and Syracuse. Also competes in track and field. Three GISD football standouts recently joined the National Football League (NFL). The current GHS campus was built in 17 distinct pieces.[9]. To see more football info visitGarlandOwls.com,an alumni sponsored site. Walker played high school football for the Garland Owls of Garland High School. Homer Johnson coached football at Garland for five seasons before taking the job as the school district's athletic director in 1963. The Liberty Christian Lady Warriors fought hard and set an early tone on the court as they posted a 46-34 victory over Houston Second Baptist to win the state title. Garland was part of the UIL Class 5A for the 20132014 school year, but has been reclassified under UIL Class 6A Region 2 District 11 for the 20142015 school year and beyond. Find out more. Christopher Guardado (Credit: Family Photo) On the other side of the ball, Wheeler will also be a threat off the edge from his defensive end position. Last Season: 8-3; Defeated by Allen in bi-district Upon completion of the prescribed course of study, a Performing Arts Endorsement (PAE) shall be awarded to the student. The Rangers have several key players back on both sides of the ball and will be looking to build off their first season under Perales as they aim to make it back to the playoffs for the fifth consecutive year. These Owls have a chance to post one of the biggest increases in wins this season in the DFW area. L.D. According to Jordan, Kirk and Adeniji worked hard to get where they are. Non-District game to watch: 8/28 @Coppell- This showdown to open the season should be a good one as the last two meetings between these two have been decided by a total of five points. Kicker Andrew Cunningham will be a weapon on special teams after earning first team all-district honors the past two seasons. He and his brother have trained both physically and mentally as hard as any players I have ever coached. 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