Noah Rosenstein
Updated on: October 8, 2024 4:20 pm GMT
TEXAS, USA — High school football fans in Texas enjoyed a thrilling round of games on September 6, 2024, featuring high-stakes matchups and standout performances across the state. This week’s highlight was a showdown between two state championship contenders: Duncanville and South Oak Cliff, both of which have aspirations to return to AT&T Stadium for the state finals.
Exciting Matchups Highlight Week 2
The encounter between Duncanville, the reigning 6A-Division I champion, and South Oak Cliff, which finished as the runner-up in the 5A-Division II last season, drew significant attention. Both teams are aiming not only for district titles but also to secure a spot in the state championship games once again.
Fans had the opportunity to watch the game live through WFAA’s streaming service, WFAA+, accessible on platforms such as Roku, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV. Additionally, the game could be viewed online via the WFAA website and the WFAA YouTube channel, ensuring that Texas high school football enthusiasts didn’t miss any action.
Top Dallas-Area Performers
Alongside the intriguing matchups, several players delivered outstanding performances in Week 2, showcasing their skills in rushing, receiving, and passing. Here is a look at some of the leading players from the Dallas area:
Rushing Leaders
| Player | School | Yards |
|---|---|---|
| Moses Adelowo | Denton Braswell | 253 |
| Sterling Schneider | Denton Guyer | 219 |
| Cam Newton | Prosper Walnut Grove | 202 |
| DeAngelo Perales | Garland Naaman Forest | 201 |
| Christian Rhodes | Lake Highlands | 199 |
| Micah Rivers | Northwest Eaton | 197 |
| Travis Agee | Plano East | 191 |
| Javian Osborne | Forney | 187 |
| Kelden Ryan | DeSoto | 175 |
| Watson Bell | Argyle | 170 |
Receiving Leaders
| Player | School | Yards |
|---|---|---|
| Vincent Aparicio | Princeton | 226 |
| Carterrious Brown | Arlington Seguin | 187 |
| Quentin Gibson | North Crowley | 180 |
| Trantan Miles | Arlington Martin | 171 |
| Xavier Green | The Colony | 168 |
| Ryder Treadway | Frisco Wakeland | 162 |
| McKenzie West | Frisco Independence | 159 |
| Paulo Jimenez | South Garland | 158 |
| Samuel Williams | North Garland | 144 |
| Zion Robinson | Mansfield | 139 |
Passing Leaders
| Player | School | Yards |
|---|---|---|
| Carson Porter | Keller Timber Creek | 350 |
| Jayden Maples | Frisco Wakeland | 330 |
| Marcus Flowers | Princeton | 328 |
| Keelon Russell | Duncanville | 325 |
| Cornell McGee IV | Richardson Berkner | 324 |
| Daylon Brooks | South Grand Prairie | 311 |
| Noah Schuback | Melissa | 310 |
| Jackson Hays | Plano East | 302 |
| Braeden Imhoff | Prosper | 292 |
| Edward Griffin | Coppell | 283 |
| Presley Harper | Richardson Pearce | 278 |
| Ziondre Williams | Anna | 276 |
| Trysten Shaw | Mesquite | 130 |
Notable Performances and Upcoming Games
This week’s games not only showcased individual talent but also set the stage for exciting matchups in the coming weeks. Teams will look to capitalize on their momentum or bounce back from tough losses as the season progresses. For those wanting to keep up with the latest scores and highlights, the Dallas Morning News offers extensive coverage of high school sports.
SportsDay’s staff continues to provide updates, highlighting players and teams as they vie for high-stakes positions in the state rankings. To stay informed about the latest in Texas high school sports, fans can follow the Dallas Morning News on Twitter at @dallasnews.
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