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VYPE U: Jesuit roll Rams for Homecoming win
The Strake Jesuit Crusaders handily defeated the Elsik Rams 41-14 last Friday.
At least a thousand fans were in attendance for the school's second home game of the season. A win made for an excellent start to the Homecoming Weekend.
First Half
In the first half, Jesuit owned the Rams. Running backs Dylan Campbell and Alex May combined for more than 100 rushing yards. Even QB William Dickason participated in the festivities. Jesuit took advantage of a short-handed Elsik linebacking corps in the first half and controlled the clock on three scoring jobs.
Strake Jesuit's defense did a good job containing Terrel Johnson, the dynamic senior quarterback for Elsik. Most of the Rams' play-calls were shotgun read-option plays—perfect for a 3-4 defense who prides themselves on stopping the run. Even when their quarterback threw a surprise pass for 40 yards the Christian Gordon redeemed the team with an interception.
On the subject of stand-out performers, junior defensive tackle Jacob Psyk is such a disruptive force that the Rams had to scheme around him. Elsik's main objective was to play to the boundaries instead of running between the tackles. Elsik primarily ran Power runs outside (yes, out of the shotgun) and threw quick screens. Their efforts would not translate into points, though.
Second Half
Strake Jesuit scored on their first drive of the half with 76-yard run courtesy of Dylan Campbell. Elsik came out of the half trying to shake their offense up.
They set themselves up on the goal line with a 70 yard shot play. A shot play is when receivers see a defensive lineman jump offside and streak down the field knowing they have a free play regardless of any turnovers that might occur. Elsik then ran the ball for an easy score.
The Rams desperately sought to keep their offensive spark ignited. Instead of keeping to their identity as a spread option offense, Elsik chose to throw multiple downfield passes in their consecutive scoring drive. With the score 35-14, quarterback William Dickason took matters into his own hands. He tore off two scrambles totaling 65 yards and a score, sealing a victory for the Crusaders.
With seven minutes left in the game, Jesuit opted to rest Campbell and Dickason and play junior running back Alex May and senior quarterback Angel Penso. Alex May eclipsed 100 yards, adding to a team total of 440 rushing yards that night.
This team win keeps the Crusader's playoff hopes alive while most likely ending Elsik's chances in the process. Strake Jesuit improves to (3-2) looks to play at home next Friday against Alief Hastings (3-2).
VYPE Houston-area #txhsfb Scoreboard: Week 4
With Thursday games shifted to Saturday mornings, Friday was really the first day of the weekend of Texas high school football in the Houston area.
The skies cleared, for the most part, some parts of the city having to deal with lightning delays early on but everyone ended up getting their games in. The biggest of the night was No. 5 Manvel upending No. 1 Fort Bend Marshall 38-34. It was the Buffs first regular season loss since October 14, 2017.
So, what were the other finals from around the city? Check them out.
WEEK 4 SCOREBOARD
Dickinson 49, Katy Taylor 6
Dobie 36, Summer Creek 23
Pasadena Memorial 42, Pasadena 12
Klein Oak 29, Conroe 25
Mayde Creek 34, Alvin 0
The Woodlands 34, College Park 7
Cypress Creek 53, Jersey Village 9
Stratford 27, Cy Ridge 17
Cypress Lakes 27, Cy Springs 7
Columbia 62, La Marque 0
Klein Cain 52, Klein 42
Tompkins 70, Clear Creek 21
Woodlands Christian Academy 51, Lake Country 7
Manor 53, St. Pius X 7
St. Thomas 28, Stafford 21
Second Baptist 55, Van Vleck 14
Fort Worth Country Day 27, John Cooper 7
Saturday Schedule
Milby at Northside (Barnett Stadium) - 10 am
Seven Lakes at Heights (Delmar Stadium) - 10 am
Oak Ridge at Klein Collins (Klein Stadium) - 11 am
Clear Brook at C.E. King (Sheldon Stadium) - 11 am
Chavez at Clear Lake (Challenger Stadium) - 1 p.m.
Kingwood at Sam Rayburn (Veterans Stadium) - 2 p.m.
Cy Ranch at Bridgeland (Cy-Fair FCU) - 6 pm
Kashmere at Wheatley (Delmar Stadium) - 6 pm
Brazosport at North Forest (Butler Stadium) - 6 pm
Sharpstown at Sterling (Barnett Stadium) - 6 pm
Willowridge at Waltrip (Dyer Stadium) - 6 pm
Clear Springs at Katy (Legacy Stadium) - 6 pm
Memorial at Cy-Fair (Pridgeon Stadium) - 6 pm
South Houston at Humble (Turner Stadium) - 7 pm