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CW33 High School Football Showdown Preview: Duncanville vs. Mansfield
It's week eight of Texas High School Football and plenty of teams are still working their athleticism on the field. Two of those teams include an undefeated Duncanville and a Mansfield High School team that has only one loss to their name so far this season. This week, the two teams go head-to-head in the CW33 High School Football Showdown game of the week. VYPE DFW takes a deep dive into their seasons so far and what fans can expect heading into Friday night's game:
Duncanville Panthers (5-0, 3-0)
After winning the 6A State Title last season, Duncanville has powered their way to a booming start in the 2023-24 football season. Opening their year with a 34-13 victory over two-time defending state champion South Oak Cliff followed by a 44-0 victory over Florida's Rockledge, the team was able to head into district play unscathed and ready to showcase their ability to be dominant yet again this season.
Through district play, the team has allowed only 10 points against them. A 76-0 district-opening victory over Mansfield Lake Ridge and a 56-0 district victory over Cedar Hill was just the start to the Panthers' campaign in their 2023 district schedule. Last week, coming off of a BYE, the Panthers traveled to Waxahachie where the team came out on top with a 44-10 score. Led by talent like Dakorien Moore who has averaged nearly 145 receiving yards per game this season, Caden Durham, Jaqualon Armstrong, Keelon Russell, Ayson Theus, Zach Turner, and others, this offense knows how to score early to set the tone in any given game. Meanwhile, a nearly unstoppable defense led by Tyderick Brown, Javion Holiday, Colin Simmons, KJ Ford, and more has helped put a stop to the pace of opponents through each game. The Panthers will look to be a force on Friday night in Mansfield.
Mansfield Tigers (5-1, 2-1)
Mansfield went on a 5-0 run to start the season with non-district victories over Waco Midway (42-31), Mansfield Summit (39-37), and South Grand Prairie (49-29). Utilizing their ability to work hard and battle through matches against tough opponents, the Tigers were able to enter district play well-versed in putting up a fight and pulling away with a victory.
The Tigers secured a 42-31 district-opening victory over Mansfield Legacy before posting a hard-fought 35-33 victory over Mansfield Lake Ridge. Last week, in a battle through adversity, Mansfield fell 47-14 against a strong Cedar Hill team. Led by James Johnson who has averaged 110 rushing yards per game, Marquise Hubbard, Jacobe Hayes, Tim Abraham, Zion Robinson, and others, the Tigers offense knows how to fight against tough defenses and make statement plays that lead to timely scores in the endzone. Furthermore, the Tigers' defense is led by David Hogg, Isaac Howard, and others who utilize a great game IQ in order to put up a wall against opponents each week.
What To Expect
Duncanville isn't going to go down without a fight-- if they go down at all. On the quest for another state title, there is going to be little room for doubt as they trample over their opponents with confidence. Looking to deliver a second loss to Mansfield, the Panthers are going to do anything and everything in order to pull away early on Friday night. However, Mansfield is known for fighting hard against really great teams. They aren't going to make Friday night's matchup a cakewalk for Duncanville. Fans can expect this Tigers' squad-- with 8 returners from last season's Bi-District qualifying team-- to put up a battle against a dominating Panthers' offense.
Kick-off is slated for 7 p.m. at RL Anderson Stadium in Mansfield, Texas. If you're not able to make the game, be sure you tune in on CW33 for all the action!
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SHOWDOWN ON CW33 PREVIEW: Frisco Reedy vs. Frisco Lone Star
There has already been plenty of action and takeaways in the 2023-24 Texas High School Football season. While some teams continue to adjust in preseason play, other teams (like those in 6-5A) are preparing for their first district matchups; fans are anticipating more action headed into week three. This week, the CW33 game of the week features two Frisco ISD teams going head-to-head in a district matchup you're not going to want to miss. VYPE DFW breaks down the teams as well as what fans can look for in this game:
Frisco Reedy Lions (2-0)
Finishing in the top spot in their district last season with an 8-0 undefeated district record (12-1 overall), the Frisco Reedy Lions have unfinished business this season. This season, the Lions recorded two convincing victories during their non-district play; a 34-14 victory over Azle in the team's season opener followed by a 34-7 victory on the road against Denison. Reedy has long showcased their ability to get the ball moving down the field with what seems like ease against their opponents and this season it appears to be no different.
The team has an incredible offensive line that provides protection through the toughest moments-- allowing the ease of ball movement. Led by the likes of Max Anderson, Gavin Heberle, Devin Hardy, Kahlil Smith, Connor McGrath, Seth Johnson, Darren Nickerson, Mason Easley, Braden Hernandez, and other focused athletes, Reedy is going to be a tough team to stop this season.
Frisco Lone Star Rangers (1-1)
Lone Star is known for producing great athletes. Last season, the Rangers posted a 9-3 overall record with a second-place finish in their district-- just behind Reedy. The team has utilized the offseason to focus on the necessary adjustments that it takes to enter a new season ready to get rolling. This season, the team has already faced adversity as they opened their schedule on the road with a grueling 41-37 loss to Texas High. Regrouping and ready to bounce back, the Rangers secured a week two 42-7 victory over Burleson on the road. Returning home to face a school district rival is enough to get the Rangers fired up for Thursday night.
Much like Reedy, Lone Star has an offensive line that isn't to be toyed with this season. Led by Gary Lassley, Cooper Stewart, Ephraim Whitaker, Ean Carr, Silas Davis, Collin Blackstock, Easton Pulliam, Jackson Bowden, Locke Comer, Luke Miller, Will Bynum, and more, this Frisco Lone Star team is ready to go and can be expected to pull out all the stops against Reedy on Thursday.
What To Expect
In their meeting last season, the Frisco Reedy Lions held the Lone Star Rangers at bay for a 13-7 victory. Two powerhouse teams in the area going head-to-head this early on is sure to draw attention from around the metroplex. With offensive skills on both sides like no other, these teams are going to battle it out in a showdown that is sure to keep fans on the edges of their seats. While the offenses are strong, this game is going to come down to who can get the most big defensive stops.
Kick-off is slated for 7 p.m. on Thursday, September 7th at Toyota Stadium. If you're not able to make the game, be sure you tune in on CW33 for all the action!