News Summary
The State 7-on-7 Football Tournament has launched in College Station, Texas, with teams from the region competing in pool play. Ganado has dominated Division III with a 3-0 record, while Tidehaven also performed well. In Division II, both Cuero and Bay City ended with 1-2 records. The tournament highlights local talent and the spirit of Texas high school football, with next matchups scheduled for tomorrow morning.
College Station, Texas – The highly anticipated State 7-on-7 Football Tournament launched today in College Station, Texas, featuring teams from across the region competing in pool play. Notable teams, including Bay City, Cuero, Ganado, and Tidehaven, are vying for top honors in two competitive divisions.
Division III Results
In Division III, Ganado dominated pool play, wrapping up the day with a perfect 3-0 record, thereby clinching first place in Pool C. Their journey included impressive victories: Ganado triumphed over Goldthwaite with a score of 47-27, followed by a 33-13 win against Hale Center, and concluded their pool play with a 34-22 win against Trinity.
Tidehaven also made strides in Division III, finishing with a solid 2-1 record, landing them in second place in Pool G. They began the day on a high note, defeating Wolfe City 40-13, then faced a narrowly missed victory against Albany, losing 32-28. Tidehaven bounced back in their last game to defeat Hico 34-19.
Next Round Matchups for Division III
- Ganado will face Hico at 8 a.m. on Field 8A. A victory would lead them to a matchup against Eldorado/Iraan.
- Tidehaven’s next game is against Goldthwaite at 8 a.m. on Field 5B. A win would allow them to compete against Grapeland/Gunter.
Division II Results
In Division II, both Cuero and Bay City concluded pool play with 1-2 records, placing them third in their respective Pools. Cuero fell short against China Spring, losing 34-18, followed by a close game against Paris, where they narrowly lost 37-36. Their day ended with another defeat, as they lost 31-26 to Dumas.
Bay City started strong, securing a shutout victory over Brownwood with a score of 27-0. However, they faced a tough competition, losing 20-19 to Kilgore and 21-18 to Austin LBJ, which led to their third-place finish in Pool A.
Next Round Matchups for Division II
- Cuero is set to play Manor New Tech at 8:45 a.m. on Field 5B. A win would lead them to a match against Chapel Hill/Brownwood.
- Bay City will take on Midland Christian at 8:45 a.m. on Field 11B. Winning this game would send them into competition against either Stephenville or China Spring.
Tournament Overview
The State 7-on-7 Football Tournament features a total of 128 teams categorized into three divisions. College Station is part of Division I, with their matches commencing on Friday at 1 p.m. against Bridgeland.
Several other schools, including Hearne and Lexington, also participated in pool play, both finishing with 1-2 records in Division III. Hearne’s performance included a victory over Kountze (19-6), but they fell short in close matches against East Bernard and Junction, while Lexington secured a win against Sonora but faced defeats against Wallis Brazos and another team.
Hearne and Lexington’s Upcoming Matches
- Hearne is scheduled to play Agua Dulce at 8 a.m.
- Lexington will face Haskell in the championship bracket also at 8 a.m.
The schedule for the following rounds guarantees an exciting continuation of the tournament, as teams vie for top spots and the opportunity to advance to the prestigious championship rounds starting June 28. The event not only showcases local talent but also highlights the spirit and camaraderie that defines Texas high school football culture.
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Additional Resources
- SI: Texas High School State 7-on-7 Football Tournament
- Wikipedia: High School Football
- KBTX: Hearne and Lexington in State 7-on-7 Tournament
- Google Search: 7 on 7 Football Tournament
- WTAW: College Station High School Set for State 7-on-7 Tournament
- Google Scholar: Texas High School Football
- Beaumont Enterprise: Hamshire-Fannett Unbeaten in 7-on-7
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Sports
- KBTX: College Station Prepares for State 7-on-7 Tournament
- Google News: Texas 7 on 7 Football News
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