Week 8 of the Texas high school football season brought mixed results for Terry County’s three teams as the Meadow Broncos and Wellman-Union Wildcats continued their winning ways, while the Brownfield Cubs faced another tough district opponent. Meadow rolled past Loop 64-14, improving to 5-3 overall and 2-0 in district, while Wellman-Union shut out Southland 46-0, also improving to 5-3 and 2-0 in district play. Meanwhile, Brownfield fell 50-14 to Denver City, dropping to 1-7. With the playoffs approaching, Meadow and Wellman-Union aim to remain undefeated in district play, while Brownfield prepares for a tough matchup against state-ranked Shallowater. Here’s a recap of last week’s action and a look ahead at what’s next for all three teams.
Brownfield Cubs Fall to Denver City 50-14, Look to Regroup Against State-Ranked Shallowater
The Brownfield Cubs continued to struggle Friday night, October 16, falling 50-14 to the Denver City Mustangs in another tough District 2-3A Division I matchup. The loss extended Brownfield’s losing streak to seven games and dropped the Cubs to 1-7 overall as they prepare for another challenging district opponent.
Despite the disappointing outcome, second-year Head Coach Lawrence Johnson remains focused on improving his team’s execution, effort, and overall consistency as the regular season enters its final stretch.
“We didn’t execute consistently on offense and defense,” Johnson said. “That is on me and we will directly focus on execution and effort in practice this week leading up to ranked Shallowater.”
The Cubs struggled to establish consistency on both sides of the football against a Denver City team that capitalized on opportunities throughout the contest.
Brownfield managed to put 14 points on the scoreboard, with Damien Mata and Benjamin Estrada each finding the end zone. However, the Cubs couldn’t generate enough offensive momentum to keep pace with the Mustangs.
Defensively, Brownfield struggled to slow Denver City’s offense, which finished the night with 50 points. The Mustangs’ ability to sustain drives and produce scoring opportunities ultimately proved too much for the Cubs to overcome.
The loss also marked the second consecutive season Denver City has defeated Brownfield, following the Mustangs’ October 2025 victory.
For Johnson, the focus remains on accountability and finding ways to help his players improve. His willingness to shoulder responsibility for the team’s inconsistent performance reinforces his commitment to building a program centered on execution, effort, and discipline.
While the Cubs have faced a difficult stretch, their season isn’t over, and they still have chances to improve.
Looking Ahead: Cubs Prepare to Host State-Ranked Shallowater
Things won’t get any easier for Brownfield as the Cubs return home Friday, October 23, to host the state-ranked Shallowater Mustangs. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at Cub Stadium.
Shallowater enters the contest with a 6-1 record and plenty of momentum following a 49-28 victory over Bushland. The Mustangs have also beaten Canadian, Seminole, Monahans, and Childress, establishing themselves as one of the region’s stronger programs.
For the Cubs, the challenge will be executing more consistently against a talented, experienced opponent. Offensively, Brownfield will need to sustain drives, limit mistakes, and capitalize on scoring opportunities. Defensively, the emphasis will be on disciplined assignments, tackling, and preventing explosive plays.
Johnson’s message heading into the week centers on two important areas: execution and effort. Those fundamentals will be a major focus during practice as the Cubs prepare for another difficult district test.
Although the season hasn’t unfolded as Brownfield had hoped, the remaining games give players a chance to keep developing, compete with determination, and build a stronger foundation for the program’s future.
Following Friday’s matchup with Shallowater, Brownfield will travel to Bushland on Friday, October 30, for its final scheduled regular-season contest.
For Johnson and the Cubs, the objective remains straightforward: improve each week, compete on every play, and finish the season with the effort and execution necessary to move the program forward.
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Meadow Broncos Roll Past Loop 64-14, Improve to 5-3 as District Play Heats Up
The Meadow Broncos continued their winning ways Friday night, October 16, delivering an impressive 64-14 victory over the Loop Longhorns. The win marked Meadow’s second consecutive victory and improved the Broncos’ overall record to 5-3, including a 2-0 start in district play. Head Coach Blake Jackson credited his team’s efficiency on both sides of the ball and its ability to control the game from start to finish.
“I thought we were efficient from start to finish on both sides of the ball,” Jackson said. “Took care of business and did a great job containing their RB as he’s very athletic with some speed.”
Meadow’s offense was firing on all cylinders, led by another outstanding performance from Brayson Parker. Parker carried the football 11 times for 237 yards and six touchdowns, averaging an impressive 21.5 yards per carry. He also contributed through the air, completing a 51-yard pass for a touchdown.
Francisco “Pancho” Arita added to the passing attack, completing two of four attempts for 35 yards. Isaac Estrada contributed 14 rushing yards on two carries, while the Broncos finished with 251 rushing yards and 86 passing yards.
In the receiving game, Isaac Estrada caught a 51-yard touchdown reception, while Esteban Estrada added a 30-yard catch and EJ Piedra caught a five-yard reception.
Defensively, the Broncos turned in another strong performance, holding Loop to just 14 points. Meadow’s defense has now allowed only 34 combined points over its last two games, demonstrating significant improvement as district competition continues.
Pancho Arita led the defensive effort with 12 tackles, while Parker recorded seven. Esteban Estrada added five tackles, and EJ Piedra and Isaac Estrada each recorded four tackles. Jacoby Ramirez also contributed four tackles.
One of the game’s defensive highlights came from EJ Piedra, who intercepted a pass and returned it for a touchdown. Esteban Estrada also made an impact by forcing a fumble.
The Broncos’ ability to create turnovers, contain Loop’s athletic rushing attack, and capitalize on offensive opportunities proved to be a winning combination.
Looking Ahead: Broncos Prepare for Wellman-Union
With two consecutive district victories under their belts, the Broncos will enjoy an open week on Friday, October 23, before returning to action on Friday, October 30, when they host the Wellman-Union Wildcats at 7:00 p.m.
The matchup could significantly affect the district standings and playoff positioning as both programs work toward postseason opportunities.
The open week gives Coach Jackson and his staff additional time to evaluate their team’s performance, address areas needing improvement, and prepare for a Wildcats squad that has shown it can put points on the scoreboard.
For Meadow, maintaining offensive efficiency and continuing to improve defensively will be key heading into the final stretch of the regular season.
After three straight losses earlier in the season, the Broncos have responded with back-to-back district wins, outscoring Southland and Loop 130-34 combined.
Now 5-3 overall and 2-0 in district play, Meadow can build on that momentum and strengthen its postseason position.
The Broncos will close out their regular-season schedule with a home game against Wellman-Union on October 30, followed by a road contest against Dawson on Thursday, November 5.
With the offense producing explosive plays and the defense finding its rhythm, Coach Jackson’s Broncos are looking to make some noise as the playoff race heats up.
Wellman-Union Wildcats Shut Out Southland 46-0, Improve to 5-3 as District Title Race Heats Up
The Wellman-Union Wildcats continued their impressive run through district competition Friday night, October 16, dominating the Southland Eagles in a convincing 46-0 shutout victory. The win improved the Wildcats to 5-3 overall and a perfect 2-0 in district play, putting them in an excellent position as the regular season approaches its final stretch.
Head Coach Brett LaBadie was pleased with his team’s performance but made it clear that the Wildcats cannot afford to become complacent.
“2-0 in district is great, but that’s last week. The goal this week is to finish it 3-0,” LaBadie said. “Don’t look ahead. Keep focusing on the task at hand. Win each week.”
The Wildcats have won four of their last five games, including three straight victories, and have recorded four wins this season by 24 points or more.
Offensively, Wellman-Union delivered another strong performance behind an explosive rushing attack. Gabe Quintanilla led the way with 185 rushing yards and four touchdowns, serving as the Wildcats’ consistent offensive weapon throughout the contest.
Kross added 35 rushing yards and a touchdown, while Noah Rodriguez contributed 33 rushing yards and another score. Brock chipped in 12 yards, and Fabian Chavez added five yards on the ground.
The Wildcats also found success through the air. Quarterback Edgar Macias finished with 79 passing yards and a touchdown. Braxton Dill led the receiving corps with 79 yards and a touchdown reception, while Rodriguez added 42 receiving yards. Braxton added 19 yards, AJ 12 yards, and Gabe 6 yards.
Defensively, Wellman-Union was equally impressive, shutting out the Eagles and preventing Southland from establishing any offensive momentum.
Gabe led the defense with eight tackles, followed by Edgar with seven and Fabian with six. AJ contributed four tackles, while Braxton and Noah each recorded three.
The Wildcats also created opportunities through turnovers. Fabian recorded an interception, while AJ forced a fumble, helping keep Southland’s offense off balance throughout the contest.
The shutout marked another step forward for a Wildcats team that has found its rhythm on both sides of the football. Over its last two district contests, Wellman-Union has outscored Dawson and Southland 106-6 combined, highlighting its offensive firepower and defensive improvement.
Looking Ahead: Wildcats Host Loop Longhorns
The Wildcats will return home Friday, October 23, to host the Loop Longhorns at 7:00 p.m. in another important district matchup.
Loop enters the contest looking to rebound from a 64-14 loss to the Meadow Broncos. The Longhorns have struggled to find consistency this season, but Coach LaBadie emphasized that his team must remain focused on the opponent directly in front of them rather than looking ahead to future matchups.
With Wellman-Union sitting at 2-0 in district play, a victory over Loop would move the Wildcats to 3-0 and keep their district championship hopes firmly on track.
The Wildcats will then travel to Meadow on Friday, October 30, for what could become a pivotal district showdown between two teams currently undefeated in district competition.
However, LaBadie’s message remains simple: focus on the present, prepare for the next opponent, and continue improving each week.
For a Wellman-Union program that has experienced its share of challenges in recent seasons, the Wildcats’ 5-3 record and strong district start represent meaningful progress.
With an explosive offense, an increasingly stingy defense, and a coaching staff emphasizing discipline and preparation, Wellman-Union has positioned itself to make a serious push toward the postseason.
The immediate goal is clear: take care of business against Loop, move to 3-0 in district play, and keep the Wildcats’ winning streak alive.
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Week 9 Texas High School Football Ranking
TownTalk Media uses Dave Campbell’s Texas Football as the primary source for its weekly high school football rankings. After the preseason polls are released, the rankings move to a Top 10 format in every classification except Class 6A.
For six-man football, TownTalk Media uses two different ranking sources. Based on feedback from local six-man coaches, many consider SixManFootball.com the more accurate ranking system, so we include its Top 25 rankings. We also continue to use Dave Campbell’s Texas Football (TexasFootball.com), which publishes a Top 10 for six-man football.
NOTE: In Classes 6A through 3A, Region I teams are shown highlighted in yellow. In Classes 2A and 1A, teams shown highlighted in yellow are Region I teams, while teams highlighted in blue are from Region II.
