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Bellville enters DISTRICT 11-4A-DII with State in mind; Madisonville, Sealy, Giddings remain formidable
PRESEASON PREDICTIONS
Bellville Brahmas
Madisonville Mustangs
Sealy Tigers
Giddings Buffaloes
La Grange Leopards
Caldwell Hornets
(Bold Denotes Playoffs)
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VYPE's PRESEASON AWARDS
MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: DD Murray, Bellville
OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Ty Williams, Madisonville
DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR: DJ Sanders, Bellville
BREAKOUT PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Oliver Gunn, La Grange
ON THE CUSP: Giddings Buffaloes
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As one of the most dominant forces in all of Class 4A, Bellville (15-1) will aim to re-write their 2023 result of narrowly being defeated 28-26 by Gilmer in the UIL Class 4A-DII State Championship game. Under the direction of coach Grady Rowe, the Brahmas offense will be powered by reigning Offensive MVP DD Murray (Sr. RB) who racked up over 2,300 all-purpose yards and 38 TDs. Ryan Broz (QB) should continue to develop his skills, with senior RB Corrian Hood (1,605 yds, 25 TDs) being an additional force in the ground game. Four-star defensive lineman DJ Sanders (Texas A&M-commit) is a legitimate national prospect and looks to wreak havoc in the trenches after being named the District 10-4A-II MVP a year ago. Also keep an eye out for second-teamer Adarius Hutchinson (DB) and Jakorey Lewis (OL/first-team).
Madisonville took second in the district a year ago, prior to being defeated in the Area Round of the playoffs by eventual State Finalist Bellville, ending the year at 9-3. Senior QB Ty Williams is back to run the offense, after securing a first-team, all-district selection, with Phillip Green (RB/first-team)set to lead the rushing attack. Additional first-team honorees Sam Alvarado (OL),Tristan Whaley (WR/DB), Deruise Johnson (DL), Charlie Newton (TE/LB) and Jarius Dickey (DL) should also play pivotal roles.
After placing fourth in their previous district and making a brief playoff appearance, Sealy prepares to face off against a new combination of opponents in 2024. First-team, all-district selection Noah Washington (WR/DB) will remain the top target for junior dual-threat QB Kane Killough, with Caysen Bolden (Sr. RB/DB) serving as the team’s lead-back. Defensively, the Tigers will rely on the talents of first-teamer Elijah Sanders (DB/WR), Dereon Burns (DL/second-team) and Javien Grant (DB/second-team).
Giddings went 3-8 a year ago, which isn’t indicative of the threat they can pose –particularly on offense. Junior RB Bryson McDaniel will be a beast in the backfield after he compiled 1,621 yards on the ground with 13 scores, to earn the 12-4A-II Offensive Newcomer of the Year. First-team WR Cade Patschke should be another reliable target for junior QB Gunnar Fromme (second-team) to turn to. Meanwhile, Rex Shoemaker (LB/first-team), Jas Shelby (LB), and Trey Reyna (DB) will headline the Buffs’ defense.
Despite finishing with a record of 3-8, La Grange managed to place third overall in District 12-4A-II last Fall, which could bode well for them as they transition to a new division. Numerous starters return for coach Kyle Cooper, beginning with senior QB Clayton Cooper, alongside first-team selection Le’Kayvion Broussard (RB/LB) and Julian Sherman (WR/DB). Defensively, expect second-teamers Oliver Gunn (DL/TE) and Devonte McKenzie (DL) to have productive seasons.
Caldwell will aim to get back in the win column in 2024, leaning heavily on the team’s offense to propel the Hornets to victory. Unanimous first-teamer Preston Supak anchors the O-Line, while second-team selections Braxton Fritcher (RB) and Coy Becka (ATH) should provide some spark in the scoring department. On the defensive side of the ball, names to remember include Josh Wilson (LB), Dylan Carter(DB), and Hays Beavers (DB), who each got a second-team nod a year ago.
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THE HOT 100: Houston's top prospects for the Class of 2025
After hours of breaking down film, attending 7 on 7 events, talking with coaches and evaluating previous performances, VYPE Media breaks down the city of Houston's Top 100 prospects for the Class of 2025.
From Galveston to Bellville and North Shore to Willis, here are the Who's Who of seniors-to-be as they enter Spring football. The rankings will fluctuate over the summer and fall, but here is the LIST
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VYPE'S HOT 100 HOUSTON RECRUITS
No. 1 - Devin Sanchez, North Shore, Defensive Back, Ohio State-Commit
No. 2 - Jonah Williams, Galveston Ball, Athlete
No. 3 - DJ Sanders, Bellville, Defensive Lineman
No. 4 - Andrew Marsh, Katy Jordan, Wide Receiver
No. 5 - Landon Rink, Cy Fair, Defensive Lineman, Texas A&M-Commit
No. 6 - Ryan Fodje, Bridgeland, Offensive Lineman, Oklahoma-Commit
No. 7 - Quanell Farrakhan Jr., North Shore, Wide Receiver
No. 8 - Cobey Sellers, Shadow Creek, Defensive Back
No. 9 - Chad Woodfork, Summer Creek, Defensive Lineman
No. 10 - Tory Blaylock, Atascocita, Running Back, Oklahoma-Commit
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No. 11 - Max Granville, FBCA, Athlete
No. 12 - Deyjhon Pettaway, Paetow, Defensive Back, Texas A&M-Commit
No. 13 - Tanook Hines, Dekaney, Wide Receiver
No. 14 - Kelshaun Johnson, Hitchcock, Wide Receiver
No. 15 - Jacorey Watson, Shadow Creek, Athlete
No. 16 - Kade Phillips, Hightower, Defensive Back
No. 17 - Dramodd Odoms, Lamar, Offensive Lineman
No. 18 - Charles Ross, North Shore, Linebacker, LSU-Commit
No. 19 - Smith Orogbo, Alief Hastings, Defensive Lineman
No. 20 - Jonte Newmann, Bridgeland, Offensive Lineman
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No. 21 - Adam Schobel, Columbus, Quarterback, Baylor-Commit
No. 22 - Dorian Brew, Conroe, Defensive Back
No. 23 - Nick Townsend, Dekaney, Athlete
No. 24 - Lloyd Jones, Hitchcock, Quarterback, Texas Tech-Commit
No. 25 - Courtland Guillory, Klein Oak, Defensive Back
No. 26 - Ja’Kayden Ferguson. FB Marshall, Wide Receiver
No. 27 - Anthony Williams, Shadow Creek, Linebacker, Texas-Commit
No. 28 - Malcolm Simpson, Hitchcock, Defensive Lineman
No. 29 - Caleb Chester, FB Marshall, Defensive Back
No. 30 - Deion Deblanc, North Shore, Wide Receiver
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No. 31 - Ashton Jones, Shadow Creek, Wide Receiver, Baylor-Commit
No. 32 - Joseph Albright, Westfield, Defensive Back,
No. 33 - Joshua Moses, Legacy SS, Offensive Lineman, Texas A&M-Commit
No. 34 - Chad Gasper, Katy Jordan, Running Back
No. 35 - Kaleb Burns, Cy Falls, Linebacker
No. 36 - Javar Thomas, Nimitz, Linebacker
No. 37 - Tyler Thomas, Dickinson, Offensive Lineman
No. 38 - Ikechukwu Okafor, Aliev Hastings, Defensive Lineman
No. 39 - Dramekco Green, Conroe, Running Back
No. 40 - Chace Sims, Randle, Defensive Lineman
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No. 41 - Mason Peterson, Dickinson, Tight End, TCU-Commit
No. 42 - Floyd Guidry, Spring, Defensive Lineman, TCU-Commit
No. 43 - Sheldon Rice, Fulshear, Defensive End
No. 44 -Christopher Johnson, Iowa Colony, Defensive Lineman, Baylor-Commit
No. 45 - Joseph Smith, Legacy SS, Defensive Back, Arizona State-Commit
No. 46 - Muizz Tounkara, Clear Springs, Wide Reciever
No. 47 - Carmello Brooks, Paetow, Defensive Lineman
No. 48 - Chase Davis, Pearland Dawson, Defensive Back
No. 49 - Jeremiah Scoby, Dickinson, Tight End
No. 50 - Xavier Skowron, Texas City, Defensive Back
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No. 51 - Austin Carlisle, Ridge Point, Quarterback
No. 52 - Romel Stevens, Willis, Wide Receiver
No. 53 - Dane Jones, Ridge Point, Wide Receiver
No. 54 - Kaleb Bailey, North Shore, Quarterback
No. 55 - Trent Spence, Klein Collins, Linebacker
No. 56 - Ke’lyn Washom, Nimitz, Wide Receiver
No. 57 - Andre Feast, FB Marshall, Wide Receiver
No. 58 - Eli Morcos, Lake Creek, Quarterback
No. 59 - Tyvonn Byars, Lake Creek, Running Back
No. 60 - Bryson Webber, Ridge Point, Defensive Back
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No. 61 - Haydon Caston, Iowa Colony, Linebacker
No. 62 - Chad Gasper, Katy Jordan, Running Back
No. 63 - Andre Roy Jr., Bridgeland, Edge
No. 64 - Jordan Fields, North Shore, Offensive Lineman
No. 65 - Jordan Andrus, Yates, Tight End
No. 66 - Jakoby Isom, Offensive Lineman, North shore
No. 67 - Jamal Frilot, Dekaney, Athlete
No. 68 - Grayson Boeker, TWCA, Linebacker
No. 69 - Wyatt Herbel, Athlete, Cy Fair
No. 70 - Antoine Martin Jr., Iowa Colony, Wide Receiver
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No. 71 - Zaylen Cormier, Heights, Defensive Back
No. 72 - Jalen Mickens, Willis, Wide Receiver
No. 73 - D’Andre Hardeman, North Shore, Running Back
No. 74 - Nigel Pringle, North Shore, Defensive Back
No. 75 - Gil Jackson, Ridge Point, Defensive back
No. 76 - Cameron Jamerson, Shadow Creek, Athlete
No. 77 - Jackson Bolender, The Woodlands, Wide Receiver
No. 78 - Jadyn Ramos, Conroe, Defensive End
No. 79 - Kyran Pate, Atascocita, Wide Receiver
No. 80 - Wesley Yarbrough, Crosby, Running Back
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No. 81 - Shane Walker, The Woodlands, Wide Receiver
No. 82 - Ty Rupe, Grand Oaks, Tight End
No. 83 - Brandon Thomas, Episcopal, Running Back
No. 84 - Copelin Windfont, Crosby, Linebacker
No. 85 - Broderick Malone, Atascocita, Wide Receiver
No. 86 - Chase Ferrell, Cy Falls, Athlete
No. 87 - Xylan Williams, Bay City, Wide Receiver
No. 88 - Trenton Burkhalter, Klein Forest, Linebacker
No. 89 - Cam Smith, North Shore, Wide Receiver
No. 90 - Daylion Robinson, Willis, Athlete
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No. 91 - Jordan Clavelle, Heights, Athlete
No. 92 - Patrick McMath, Katy, Offensive Lineman
No. 93 - Kyle Peterson, Shadow Creek, Defensive Back
No. 94 - Rahim Hutchins Jr., Shadow Creek, Wide Receiver
No. 95 - Byron Nelson, Katy, Offensive Lineman
No. 96 - Michael Amey III, Hightower, Defensive Back
No. 97 - RJ Lee, Second Baptist, Offensive Lineman
No. 98 - Michael Musquiz, Atascocita, Offensive Lineman
No. 99 - Blake Thomas, Summer Creek, Athlete
No. 100 - Grant Stewart, Manvel, Defensive Back