The Mason Punchers began the year as a young team having trouble finding its footing. They ended it playing right with the No. 1-ranked team in the state.
The Angelo State Rambelles faced their toughest playoff test so far Thursday but hung on for a win over Lubbock Christian in their opening match at the regional tournament.
The Richland Springs Coyotes are one win away from a state title berth, but standing between them and a chance for another gold ball is another state power, the Strawn Greyhounds.
Texas Tech senior linebacker Jacob Rodriguez became the only defensive player in the nation named a finalist Wednesday for the Walter Camp National Player of the Year award.
