The Westlake Chaparrals have once again secured the district title with an impressive 35-14 victory over Dripping Springs. This marks their fifth consecutive year as district champions, a remarkable achievement for the team.
Head coach Tony Salazar expressed his pride in the team’s hard work and dedication to achieving their goal. Despite facing challenges throughout the season, the Chaps continued to rise to the occasion and ultimately emerged victorious.
Quarterback Rees Wise and running back Sebastian Henault played key roles in the game, each scoring two touchdowns to help secure the win. Backup quarterback Austin Knox also made a significant contribution with a cleverly executed 3-yard run that caught the opposing team off guard.
On the other side, Dripping Springs quarterback Maddox Maher connected with Cooper Reid and Merrik Bloomgren for the Tigers’ touchdowns. Maher demonstrated his skill and precision with well-executed passes that resulted in points on the board for his team.
Looking ahead, Westlake will enter the playoffs as the district’s No. 1 seed in the 6A Division I bracket. Their next challenge will be against Vista Ridge in the bi-district game next week. Dripping Springs, on the other hand, will compete as the district’s No. 1 seed in the 6A Division II bracket, facing off against McNeil in the bi-district game.
Overall, the victory against Dripping Springs not only solidifies Westlake’s dominance in the district but also sets the stage for an exciting playoff run. Fans can look forward to more thrilling matchups and standout performances from the Chaparrals as they continue to pursue success on the field.
