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Austin area 6A football week-at-a-glance: Most eyes will be on the annual Battle of the Lakes as @Westlake_Nation visits @LTHSCavFootball.
Also, unbeatens @RRCRFootball, @Cedar_ParkFB are in action. @BowieDawgs and @VHSFootball look to bounce back.
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Wrapping up Week 8 around the Austin's 6A districts.
👑: @Cedar_ParkFB, @DripFB close in on titles.
@LTHSCavFootball, @Westlake_Nation prep for Friday's Battle of the Lakes
Game 🏈: @accetta_frank runs wild; @JaidenFields10 with (ho-hum) 5 more TDs.
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Friday night recap: Inside @Cedar_ParkFB's 23-10 win over rival @VHSFootball:
☑️ Smashmouth football from @davidcooper2027, @lucas_c_viloria
☑️6 seconds of toughness led by @BungoBrock
☑️Defense flying to the ball with @CJRogers2028 and partners
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With Fall’s arrival, it feels like football on this Friday. One of the area’s big 6A games takes place at Monroe Stadium, where longtime rivals @Cedar_ParkFB and @VHSFootball meet in a key 24-6A game.
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Take 2 longtime school district rivals, add UIL district championship implications, and see what you get.
Friday's big game features @VHSFootball hosting @Cedar_ParkFB in a game worth more than bragging rights this year.
Keys, mindsets and more: bit.ly/4zBdsP1
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Thursday night thriller in District 24-6A: @EastView_FB gets late interception to turn back @vrhsfootball in back-and-forth battle.
With @jayvion_clayter limited, new Patriot weapons emerge.
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It’s time for Thursday night football and the only 6A game in Austin matches @EastView_FB and @vrhsfootball in a 24-6A game. Both teams looking for their first district win of the season.
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The Austin area's 6A districts are entering the thick of the playoff and title chases. Week 8 features two matchups that could go far in deciding district champs: @Cedar_ParkFB visits @VHSFootball and @BowieDawgs visits @DripFB.
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Austin area 6A Week 7 wrap: Cedar fever a bad thing? Not to fans of unbeaten @RRCRFootball and @Cedar_ParkFB, both of whom won nail-biters to stay that way.
Plus, game 🏈 for @HunterSellers_1, @Luca_antoun, @davidcooper2027, @OlamideA_, @Jonah_Mont_G512
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At the new Cavalier Stadium for tonight’s District 25-6A battle between unbeaten @RRCRFootball and @LTHSCavFootball. Kickoff in about 10.
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Friday Austin 6A preview: At long last, @LTHSCavFootball returns home to play a football game, welcoming undefeated @RRCRFootball in a key District 25-6A game.
On the environment, how Raiders might handle it, and how Cavs fix some non-district ills:
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Behind a stingy defense and another 300-yard, 3 TD night from @ames_chase, @DripFB pulls away from @AustinMaroonFB in a District 26-6A battle.
@BowieDawgs also wins to set up a showdown that could decide the 26-6A title next week.
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This weekend’s first game takes us to House Park for a District 26-6A game between @atxadd and @AustinMaroonFB. Tigers look to stay atop standings, Maroons look for back-to-back district wins.
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Friday night previews: Will @Cedar_ParkFB and @HuttoHS_Fball answer this age old question: does good defense beat good offense?
Behind @CJRogers2028 & others, CP recalling Black Rain days, but @DylanOwens28, @JaidenFields10 & Hippos have been rolling.
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It's week 7 of the high school football season. Ahead of this week's Austin area 6A games, here's each game at a glance, including huge tests for unbeaten @RRCRFootball, @Cedar_ParkFB.
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Call it whatever you must: changing with the times...adapting to personnel...avoiding insanity, but make no mistake. Following struggles at Prosper, @CoachTSalazar's reworked @Westlake_Nation defense is getting back on the right track.
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Taking a last look at Week 6 across Austin's 6A landscape:
↗️ @HuttoHS_Fball, @Cedar_ParkFB, @RRCRFootball, @AustinMaroonFB, @sTpTigerFB, @Westlake_Nation pass D
🏈 @JaidenFields10, @MicahAntoun, @evanwill210, @NikoGabrylukMel and others
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Friday night 6A recap: @HuttoHS_Fball gets virtuoso performance from @JaidenFields10 in a 68-10 win over @vrhsfootball. @MicahAntoun, @DylanOwens28 were pretty good too.
Plus, @Cedar_ParkFB and @RRCRFootball stay unbeaten, & @AustinMaroonFB gets 1st win.
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Friday night finds @vrhsfootball visiting @HuttoHS_Fball in a District 24-6A tilt. Hippos have been scoring in bunches on their current 4-game winning streak. Kickoff in about 10 mins.
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Friday's area 6A schedule includes unbeaten @RRCRFootball, @Cedar_ParkFB looking to stay that way; @HuttoHS_Fball looking to keep its offense on track, and teams looking to beat a soggy forecast.
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Forget ACL. @Westlake_Nation uses 1st-half interception festival to cruise past @RoundRockFB 38-17 Thursday night.
Interceptions are Chaps' first of year. WR @Braden_Riddell runs for 2 TDs; @PattonJonesJr1 passes for 212 yards; @CooperJones43 tops 100.
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On this stormy Thursday, the only 6A game in town is a good one matching @RoundRockFB vs @Westlake_Nation. After a lighting delay we’re aiming for a 6:30ish start. Chaps are on field warming up, still awaiting Dragons.
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After passing two big non-district tests, @RoundRockFB puts its winning streak on the line in District 25-6A against @Westlake_Nation team that is quite used to big games.
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Take one last look back at Week 5 for the Austin area 6A schools.
Cedar fever is alive and well.
🚫 @Cedar_ParkFB, @RRCRFootball, @DripFB deliver shutouts.
🏈 for @CJRogers2028, @MicahAntoun, @AmauriDickson, @chasewhitten7, @Kru_Allen + 2 more.
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The first week of Austin 6A district play is in the books. On Friday, @rousefootball stormed back to top @vrhsfootball and get a key win in both Leander and District 24-6A.
How @AmauriDickson, @AubrynDavis led the way: bit.ly/4d5TBPe
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Back at Gupton Stadium for another 24-6A battle of LISD schools. @vrhsfootball takes on @rousefootball. I know it’s early but this game has playoff implications in the battle for 4th place if you assume @VHSFootball, @Cedar_ParkFB, @HuttoHS_Fball are playoff teams.
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Thursday night lights: @Cedar_ParkFB continues its dominance over @LeanderFootball in annual battle for LISD bragging rights.
@davidcooper2027, @lucas_c_viloria, @jonah_johnson9 and Black Rain defense shine.
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Happy first football night of the week. Tonight it’s a Leander ISD/District 24-6A battle between @Cedar_ParkFB and @LeanderFootball. Wolves come in 4-0, Lions are 1-3.
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What have we learned so far about District 26-6A as district play begins?
Good luck containing @Moreno_Offical, and @ames_chase has found some new top targets. @BowieDawgs, @DripFB look like solid favorites ahead of @BudaHaysFB, @BudaJagsFB.
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What have we learned about District 25-6A as district play begins? @RRCRFootball and @RoundRockFB don't want to take a back seat to anyone, including @LTHSCavFootball and @Westlake_Nation.
Dragons sport explosive offense; Raiders tout improving D.
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With non-district play complete, what have we learned about District 24-6A and what can we expect from here on out?
↗️@HuttoHS_Fball, @Cedar_ParkFB
🪨 @VHSFootball
@vrhsfootball, @rousefootball open district play with big game.
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The Austin 6A districts put a wrap (mostly) on non-district play last Thursday/Friday. Let's take a final look at what happened and award some game balls.
Still winning: the 4-0 Cedars.
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@Cedar_ParkFB @RRCRFootball @DylanOwens28 @jayyfrm210 @quinns_3
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How are coaches marrying what analytics suggest they do in certain end-game scenarios with what their eyes and guts tell them? Friday's @RoundRockFB-@VHSFootball thriller is the latest entry into the debate.
Kick the FG? Trust your players? It depends.
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Does @RoundRockFB call Friday's comeback the Miracle at Monroe? Maybe. How the Dragons rallied to top @VHSFootball in a back-and-forth thriller to end non-district play.
@ssylvain1515's late TD grab from @SticklerDov wins it.
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Spending tonight at Monroe Stadium to watch former district rivals battle in a non-district game. @RoundRockFB looks to keep its roll going against @VHSFootball. Coaches call this an iron sharpens iron game.
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Of note in Thursday's game, @Westin_Smith_1 became the 12th player in @LTHSCavFootball history with at least 100 career catches. With 7 against Cornerstone, he's got 105 career grabs.
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Things didn't quite go as planned for @LTHSCavFootball in final non-district outing as @CCSRecruitingFB makes Cavs pay dearly for mistakes in 48-35 win.
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The Austin area 6A football teams begin their final week of non-district games tonight, including @LTHSCavFootball taking on Cornerstone Christian. Preview that game, and others, here: bit.ly/4j2VUGw
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Let's take a last look at week 3 in Austin 6A football, hand out game balls, & outline this week's schedule.
Wolves, Raiders & Cavs stay unbeaten.
🏈 for @MicahAntoun, @DylanOwens28, @jayvion_clayter, @ssylvain1515, @Moreno_Offical, @Copeland_C2027
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Behind @SticklerDov's 4 TD passes, @RoundRockFB scores a much-needed big win, topping @DripFB 35-25 in a matchup of playoff hopefuls. @DylanJaeger2027, @RSirwaitis24443 & @ssylvain1515 each had a long TD in the win.
Plus, more ATX area 6A scores.
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Thursday night sees @RRCRFootball overcome some self-inflicted adversity to overwhelm @vrhsfootball. @Dylan_Snoga bounces back from fumbles with 280 yards and 5 TDs in the first half, and the Raiders' defense continues to improve.
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A little Thursday night #txhsfb to kick off a pretty big football weekend in the ATX. Former district foes @RRCRFootball and @vrhsfootball kick off at 7 in a non-district game.
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Thursday means game night for #txhsfb. Sparse Austin area 6A slate. The big game is a former district game between @RRCRFootball and @vrhsfootball.
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Take a final look at Austin's 6A football from week 2 and a first glance at this week's games.
Plus, game balls. @buddyphillipsII @JaidenFields10 @CarFields2028 @DylanJaeger2027 @Cooperbsbl @Westonfranz15
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Playing to honor their teammate, @LTHSCavFootball delivers a tough, workmanlike performance to handle @WeissFootball 38-21.
@Luca_antoun, @JasonCarter_5, others reflect on what Odin Hensley would have enjoyed about the season-opening win.
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Recapping Thursday's 6A football action in Austin and taking a look at the key Friday matchups. A late rally for @WWHSWarrior highlights Thursday.
@LTHSCavFootball, @DripFB open their seasons Friday. Can @RoundRockFB, @HuttoHS_Fball reboot defensively?
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After throwing 30 passes as a backup QB in 2025, @JasonCarter_5 is ready to become @LTHSCavFootball's starter. He proved it to himself - and teammates - during the '25 playoffs by stepping up when needed, at running back of all places.
More ➡️ bit.ly/4cUAEPk
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Making most of a second chance, @Westlake_Nation rallies past Inglewood as @PattonJonesJr1 accounts for 3 TDs; @CooperJones43 scores the winner, and defense comes up big at the end for a 33-26 win.
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Take a quick look at all of the Austin area 6A football game kicking off the season tonight.
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@Westlake_Nation @VHSFootball @Cedar_ParkFB @HuttoHS_Fball @BowieDawgs @RoundRockFB @WWHSWarrior @AustinMaroonFB
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Thursday night light(ning) recap: @RRCRFootball defense takes solid first step in weather-shortened win over @EastView_FB. LB @ayd3n_21 set the tone for Raiders.
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Happy football! The 2026 season begins with @RRCRFootball and @EastView_FB at The Palace on Parmer. Due to the earlier storms, kickoff will be delayed until 7:15.
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Happy opening night of #TXHSFB to all who celebrate!
Taking a look at Thursday's slate of 6A games around the Austin area: bit.ly/46r4qri
Games featuring @RRCRFootball v @EastView_FB; @rousefootball; @vrhsfootball; @STPCTCFOOTBALL; @BudaJagsFB
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New year. New classification. Same demands and expecations.
Going from 5A to 6A doesn't change the process for @Cedar_ParkFB. Experience at QB in @davidcooper2027 and speed at WR are 2 key pieces for success.
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Scrimmage gives @Westlake_Nation a much-needed dress rehearsal for Friday's opener with Inglewood (CA). What @CoachTSalazar liked about Chaps, and what must improve quickly ahead of Friday's kickoff.
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Still grieving and healing, @LTHSCavFootball cancels season-opening game against @DripFB.
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A new year brings a new district & new outlook for @RRCRFootball. But if the Raiders want to reach their goals, including winning their city, they must master a new defensive scheme after allowing nearly 40 ppg last season. "It just wasn't a great fit."
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A preseason visit with @Westlake_Nation sees Chaps hungry to put 2025 behind them and return to their winning ways behind new senior leaders and a massive offensive line.
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After a heartbreaking week, @LTHSCavFootball puts on its pads and resumes preparing for the '26 season.
"We do what we can do, and when we run into some struggles, just be there to support each other. If we need to take some time off, we’re gonna do it.”
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With veteran skill players and size in the trenches on both sides of the ball, @RoundRockFB looks to put 'okay' in the rear-view mirror and make strides toward 'elite.'
How the Dragons shape up ahead of the 2026 kickoff:
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As preseason practice begins, @VHSFootball recalls perhaps the most important lesson learned during an anything-but-ordinary run to the 6A, D2 state semifinals.
Whether you're a starter, reserve or even JV player, stay ready. You'll get your chance.
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At the risk of offending Mark Twain, let's look at the returning offensive statistical leaders for Austin's District 24, 25 & 26-6A schools ahead of the 2026 season.
Inside the numbers: bit.ly/3SejuVN
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And there's District 26-6A, which matches up @AustinMaroonFB, @BowieDawgs, @AkinsEaglesFB and @DVCardinalsFB, @BudaJagsFB, @BudaHaysFB with favored @DripFB. Who steps up in a wide-open race?
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Shifting to the new-look District 25-6A, where @LTHSCavFootball and @WLChapFootball join RoundRockFB, @RRCRFootball, @FootballMcneil, @WWHSWarrior & @sTpTigerFB.
Who's focused on what as practice begins:
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Who's ready for the 2026 #txhsfb season? Schools who opted out of spring practice kicked things off today. So, let's look at the Austin area's 6A programs. What question faces each team as preseason practice begins?
We start with District 24-6A: bit.ly/4bs1rBW
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Part 4 of our 4-part deep-dive into the @Westlake_Nation boys' golf team's run of 8 6A state titles in the last 9 years.
Today: Embracing expectations and preparing so your A game shines when it's time.
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Part 3 of a 4-part deep-dive into the @Westlake_Nation boys' golf team's run of 8 6A state titles in the last 9 years.
Today: the importance of holding frequent qualifying events to set tournament lineups.
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Part 3 of a 4-part deep-dive into the @Westlake_Nation boys' golf team's run of 8 6A state titles in the last 9 years.
Today: the importance of holding frequent qualifying events to set tournament lineups.
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Part 2 of a 4-part deep-dive into the @Westlake_Nation boys golf team's dynastic run of state championship success:
A different coaching style: Practicing competitive golf, not "golf swing."
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Part 2 of a 4-part deep-dive into the @Westlake_Nation boys golf team's dynastic run of state championship success:
A different coaching style: Practicing competitive golf, not "golf swing."
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In April, the @Westlake_Nation boys golf team won the 6A state title. It's the Chaps' 8th title in the last 9 years. Dynastic stuff for sure. How have the Chaps been able to keep stacking trophies in their case?
Part 1 of a 4-part deep-dive explanation: bit.ly/3SQdT89
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In April, the @Westlake_Nation boys golf team won the 6A state title. It's the Chaps' 8th title in the last 9 years. Dynastic stuff for sure. How have the Chaps been able to keep stacking trophies in their case?
Part 1 of a 4-part deep-dive explanation: bit.ly/3SQdT89
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Late @LTCavBaseball rally comes up just short as Keller claims 6A, Division 1 state championship with a 2-1 win at Dell Diamond Saturday. @CooperWebb2026 holds Keller hitless through 5, but Cavs can't solve "effectively wild" @Cole_Koeninger.
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7th inning rally falls short and Keller nips @LTCavBaseball 2-1 in 6A, D1 state championship game.
Story to follow.
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Baseball after school ends? Once more, please, says @LTCavBaseball as it prepares for Saturday's 6A, Division 1 state title game.
“It’s like it’s a job for us, but it’s a job that you love to do.” - @GoldenBoyLefty
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In 2 days, @LTCavBaseball ace and future @TexasBaseball pitcher @CooperWebb2026 will pitch the biggest game of his life: the 6A, Division 1 title game. It's the game he's wanted to pitch all year, and his teammates and coach say he's ready for the moment.
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Pick your favorite⚾️movie and chances are a quote pertains to Saturday's Texas 6A, D1 state championship game.
The quotes that come to mind as @LTCavBaseball preps for its 1st title game appearance from: Major League, Bull Durham & For Love of the Game.
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State baseball update: Heartbreak for @dstigerbaseball as Memorial claims 6A, D2 semifinal series with walk-off home run.
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Tigers fall in semifinal finale by a single run for 2nd straight season.
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Friday night area 6A baseball recaps: @LTCavsBaseball breaks through semifinal wall and will play for the state title next week. @CJhansford2026 repairs arm slot and delivers 3 RBI, and @dstigerbaseball stays alive to force Game 3 against Memorial.
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Area 6A ⚾️State Semifinal Update: @LTCavsBaseball stresses job not done after 13-0 Game 1 win; @dstigerbaseball faces uphill battle after Memorial wins opener 10-5.
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Area 6A state semifinal ⚾️preview: @dstigerbaseball doesn't feel like a David, but Houston Memorial sure does look the part of Goliath, with big hitters and hard throwers galore.
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Area 6A state semifinal ⚾️ preview. @LTCavsBaseball is back in semifinals thanks in large part to the bottom of the order. @elliott_pro2027, @KyleBrauchle, Elliot Su, James Tudor key Cavs’ attack.
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Bunts followed by big hits followed by @BlakeCox_25 in relief make the perfect forumla to power @dstigerbaseball past PSJA and into the 6A, D2 semifinals for 2nd straight year.
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Full story to follow, but @dstigerbaseball uses full arsenal to beat PSJA 7-2 in deciding game 3: Homers, bunts, and @BlakeCox_25 in relief.
For second straight season, Tigers win 6A, D2, R4 title and move on to the state semifinals.
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Full story to follow, but @dstigerbaseball uses full arsenal to beat PSJA 7-2 in deciding game 3: Homers, bunts, and @BlakeCox_25 in relief.
For second straight season, Tigers win 6A, D2, R4 title and move on to the state semifinals.
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With backs against the wall, @dstigerbaseball stays cool and calm and blanks PSJA 11-0. @BlakeCox_25 throws 5 no-hit innings & @cruzmcbride_3 delivers a scoreless relief inning plus a walk-off GRAND SLAM.
6A-D2-R4 title game set for tomorrow. Buckle up.
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From late Thursday: @LTCavBaseball leans on bunt game to snap a scoreless tie against @CRidgeBaseball and power through to a regional baseball title and a 2nd straight trip to the 6A, D1 state semifinals.
@elliott_pro2027, @KyleBrauchle w/big bunts
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Austin area regional ⚾️ championship preview: @dstigerbaseball takes on PSJA in best-of-3 set with winner headed to 6A, D2 state semifinals.
For Tigers, formula remains simple: attack at the plate and attack the strike zone to minimize free Bear passes.
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Area regional championship series opener: @LTCavBaseball rides @CooperWebb2026's fastball to escape a tight spot and hold off @CRidgeBaseball 3-2.
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Raiders had bases loaded with none out in the 4th but only scored once. Game 2 Thursday night.
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Area 6A Regional Championship Round Baseball Preview: Division 1
No panic as @LTCavBaseball does what's necessary to survive and advance on quest to better last season's state semifinal run. After surviving 2 Game 3s, Cavs focus on familiar foe.
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Area 6A Regional Championship Round Baseball Preview: Division 1
In record-setting season, @CRidgeBaseball must trust its process - and its prep - to find success in series against future district foe @LTCavBaseball.
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