Semi-Finals - Deer Park Tigers 18 - LaPorte Texans 6

LaPorte Texans 6 Deer Park Tigers 18

It was a sudden end to a fantastic season. Our LaPorte Texans came in with high hopes of taming the Deer Park Tigers and playing in the Super Bowl held in Bulldog stadium this year, but it was not to be.

The Tigers physically dominated our Texans on this day. It truly was just their day. During the season we played teams that were bigger and stronger than us, but we were able to use skill, brains and great coaching to achieve victory. Deer Park - at least on this day - gave us an obstacle we simply were not able to overcome. Congratulations to the boys and their Coaching Staff. I hope they do well in the Super Bowl on December 4th.

Here are my end of the year observations. First, we have and excellent group of men that coach our boys. I have commented on them in newsletters, but after seeing all of the teams through the year, I wouldn't trade our coaching staff for any of them. They care about the boys. They care about winning. But they care most about seeing these boys turn into great young men. As parents, my wife and I are proud to be affiliated with the men who lead and coach the Sophomore LaPorte Texans. Thanks Coach Ron to you and your staff for a great year!

Secondly, we have some great parents. The fun and fellowship that we have had at games and practices are almost as rewarding as the games themselves. Each year we think that the parents can't get any better - but each year they seem to. Playing 12 other teams through the year also gives you insights to other parents and their teams. Maybe I am biased, but it seems to me that our parents were the best at supporting the boys in every part of the game. I think - I hope - we strive - to make the Texans organization one that is characterized by dignity and class.

For the most part - there were a couple of minor exceptions - our parents cheered our boys, lifting them up with positive words of encouragement helping our boys to accomplish great things.

Thirdly, I am going to miss all of this. My Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays just won't be the same for a while. And while I will miss going to the Super Bowl, I will miss just as much the fun that we had as a Texan Family during practices and at games.

Finally, again congratulations to the Deer Park Tigers. You accomplished with 11 other teams could not. You beat the Texans. (smile) You should be proud. Prepare for the Super Bowl - but understand, we are looking forward to seeing you again next year.

Thanks Texans Parents. Looking forward to seeing the boys in the pads in August!

Here is the Video


It was a great season

Quarter Finals: LaPorte Texans -vs- Hitchcock Red Raiders

Quarter Finals - LaPorte Texans 18 - Hitchcock Red Raiders 12

PLAYOFFS: LaPorte Texans –vs- Hitchcock Red Raiders

Victory 18-12 Season Record – 11 wins 0 losses

Man oh man! Has Hitchcock’s Number 2 stopped zig-zagging across the field yet? Pins and needles are how you describe a game like the Sophomore Texans had against the Hitchcock Red Raiders this last Saturday. Even on Hitchcock’s last offensive play – until big brute Eric Kendzoir wrapped his arms around “The Rock” – it was hard to breathe! They may have had a great team, but the Sophomore Texans were better! Coach Ron and Coach Steve were walking to their cars after the game when one of the Hitchcock parents stopped them and said, “We hate to loose, but we lost to a better team today. Your team is the most disciplined team we have ever played!” I think I almost saw Coach Ron blush! What a compliment!

The Texans Defense was spectacular! They stayed home all day long containing the speed of the Hitchcock Red Raiders. It had been just a few days earlier when the Coaches and some of the Dad’s saw defensive breakdowns by the Red Raider opponents that led to several long and winding touchdown runs. But because of great coaching and great execution, the Texans Defense held the potent Red Raider offense to one touchdown. Special Teams executed well except for one kick-off coverage slip-up that allowed number 6 to rumble in for a touchdown. Coach Mark is going to do everything possible this week during practices to keep that from happening again.

The Texans Offense was amazing. Long, time-consuming drives ate up the clock and kept the ball away from Hitchcock. Coach Rae’s HAWGS continued to open hole after hole for the backs to rumble through. The passing game loosened up the Hitchcock defense to allow plenty of room for the Texans to move the ball.

Next up is the Deer Park Tigers. The Tigers enter the game with 10 wins and 2 losses with their losses being to the Clear Lake Space Raiders and an early season loss to the Hitchcock Red Raiders. While the Tigers don’t have the quickness of the Red Raiders, they are well coached and disciplined. It will be a great game this Saturday at 2:00.

Players of the Week - Chosen by Coach Ron

The Whole Texan Team

Next Game: Semi-Finals - LaPorte Texans -vs- Deer Park Tigers

Here is the Video!

Offensive Stats from the Hitchcock Red Raiders

Player	Rushes	Passes	Receptions	TD
4 - Austin Forkin			1/18
16 - David Terrebone	2/4	1/3 – 8yds
21 - Lupe Gonzales	12/63
30 - Caleb Longoria	3/11		1/8
24 - Nathan Redd	12/140	1/1 18yds		3 Rush

Defensive Stats from the Hitchcock Red Raiders

No.	Name	T	A	S	FF	FR	INT
00	Trevor Pugh	3	-	-	-	-	-
2	Tyler Bozant	1	-	-	-	-	-
4	Austin Forkin	-	-	-	-	-	-
7	Ty Chambers	1	-	1	-	1	-
13	Mason Lee	2	1	-	-	-	-
16	David Terrebone	-	-	-	-	-	-
19	Ryder Rae	1	1	-	-	-	-
21	Lupe Gonzales	2	4	-	-	-	-
23	Eric Kendzior	5	5	-	-	-	-
24	Nathan Redd	2	1	-	-	-	-
26	Dustin Escobar	-	-	-	-	-	-
27	Blake Gamez	-	-	-	-	-	-
28	LeCharles Jordan	-	-	-	-	-	-
29	Justin Flores	2	3	-	-	-	-
30	Caleb Longoria	5	5	-	-	-	-
31	Paul Bob	-	-	-	-	-	-
47	Bryce Sullins	-	-	-	-	-	-
55	Alec Alvarado	-	-	-	-	-	-
57	Big Jonathan	-	-	-	-	-	-
82	Dillard Braud	1	-	-	-	-	-
85	Marcus Rambaran	3	-	-	-	-	-
91	Brett Walls	-	1	-	-	-	-
92	Brandon Gibson	1	1	-	1	-	-
93	Xavian Henry	1	-	-	-	-	-
94	Zach Morales	-	-	-	-	-	-
TEAM	Team	1	-	-	-	-	-

T- Tackles A-Assist S- Sacks FF – Forced Fumbles FR-Fumbles Recovered INT - Interceptions

Go Texans!

LaPorte Texans -vs- Deer Park Rams

Week Ten: LaPorte Texans –vs- Deer Park Rams

Victory 37-0 - Season Record – 10 wins 0 losses

What a great way to end an outstanding regular season!!! Our Sophomore Texans finished their perfect regular season with 10 victories and no losses. During the season, our Texans outscored the opponents 249 – 6! That 6 games scoreless streak was solidified by Lupe Gonzales’ “never give up” attitude as he caught the Rams quarterback from behind after a 45 yard scamper to the Texans 5 yard line. Great job Lupe! Then the Texans Wrecking Crew held the hapless Rams to minus 2 yards on their next 4 carries! Coach Steve was proud of his defense! Just for an encore, the Wrecking Crew Defense held the Rams out of the end zone after a Texan turnover on their own 15 yard line. What an outstanding defense!

The Texan Offense was just as outstanding! David Terrebonne scampered 93 yards for the second touchdown of the game. Nathan Redd threw a great downfield block to spring him loose as he cruised down the sideline. (All those laps around Texan Field during practice seemed to pay off!) Not satisfied with just a great defensive play, Lupe Gonzales scored on a 40 yard play extending the Texans lead over the Rams. Nathan Redd scored on runs of 20, 58, 28 and 40 yards – with a bone crushing hit on an unsuspecting Ram on the way to his 4^th touchdown! Austin Forkin had a catch for 16 yards to extend a drive early in the game. Caleb Longoria ripped the Ram defense for 9 yards on a reverse that left the Rams not knowing who to tackle! Coach Rae’s HAWGS paved the way for the “Glory Boys” as they ripped holes all through the Rams Defense. Some of those holes were so big that even Coach Rae could have scored through them! The only complaint I heard all day was from Coach Rae wanting his HAWGS to share in carrying the ball on some of the extra point attempts! (smile)

It was great to see Tyler Bozant, Alec Alvarado, Justin Flores and Blake Gamez carrying the ball on extra point attempts! Dustin Escobar had some carries late in the game just showing how deep the Texans are on both sides of the ball. Thanks Coaches for spreading the wealth!

Now to the Playoffs. After an incredible game in which the Deer Park Tigers defeated the Hitchcock Red Raiders 35-32, our first round playoff opponent has been determined. The Texans will be playing the Hitchcock Red Raiders this Saturday at 12:30 at the Deer Park North Campus.

Many of the Texans were at the Deer Park/Hitchcock game Tuesday Evening. On display at the end of the game was passion run amok by the participant’s parents. Please remember to cheer loudly this Saturday, but represent the Texan Family with sportsmanship and class. Don’t be drawn into foolish behavior!

Show dignity and grace! It’s the Texan Way!

Here is the video of the game:

Enjoy!

Offensive Stats from the Deer Park Rams

Player	Rushes	Passes	Receptions	TD
4 - Austin Forkin			1/16
16 - David Terrebone	1/93	0/2		1 Rush
21 - Lupe Gonzales	5/53			1 Rush
30 - Caleb Longoria	1/9
24 - Nathan Redd	5/141	1/2 16yds		4 Rush
27 – Blake Gamez	1/3
26 – Dustin Escobar	1/3

Defensive Stats from the Deer Park Rams

No.	Name	T	A	S	FF	FR	INT
00	Trevor Pugh	-	1	-	-	-	-
2	Tyler Bozant	-	2	-	-	1	-
4	Austin Forkin	1	1	-	-	-	-
7	Ty Chambers	5	1	1.5	1	-	-
13	Mason Lee	1	1	-	-	-	-
16	David Terrebone	-	1	-	-	-	-
19	Ryder Rae	1	-	-	-	-	-
21	Lupe Gonzales	3	5	-	-	-	-
23	Eric Kendzior	5	6	0.5	-	-	-
24	Nathan Redd	3	-	-	-	-	-
26	Dustin Escobar	1	-	-	-	-	1
27	Blake Gamez	1	2	-	-	-	-
28	LeCharles Jordan	-	-	-	-	-	-
29	Justin Flores	4	-	-	-	-	-
30	Caleb Longoria	3	3	-	-	-	-
31	Paul Bob	1	1	-	-	-	-
46	Bryce Sullins			-	-	-	-
55	Alec Alvarado	1	5	-	-	-	-
57	Jonathan Navarro	-	2	1	-	-	-
82	Dillard Braud	-	-	-	-	-	-
85	Marcus Rambaran	-	3	-	-	-	-
91	Brett Walls	-	1	-	-	-	-
92	Brandon Gibson	1	2	-	-	-	-
93	Xavian Henry	4	5	1	-	-	-
94	Zach Morales	-	1	-	-	-	-

T- Tackles A-Assist S- Sacks FF – Forced Fumbles FR-Fumbles Recovered INT - Interceptions