Oscar Leroy

Legacy High School senior Diego Rodriguez and Forsan freshman Kyndall Pritchard were votes as Reporter-Telegram's Area Athletes of the Week.

Oscar LeRoy writes about how it was a solid season for high school football teams in the Midland Reporter-Telegram coverage area despite no long playoff runs.

Three takeaways from the weekend of high school football playoff action, featuring Legacy, Midland High, Greenwood and Midland Christian.

Midland High running back and UTEP commit Elijah McCoy had 348 yards rushing and seven TDs to lead the Bulldogs to a 56-47 victory over San Angelo Central.

The Midland High football team closed out non-district play with an impressive home win over Santaluces, Florida, on Oct. 4 at Astound Broadband Stadium.

Midland Christian coach Chris Cunningham said his team has never had doubt despite a 1-4 record during non-district play.

Holy Cross back Jude Mendez is the Reporter-Telegram's Area Football Player of the Week after rushing for 391 yards and scoring 6 total TDs on Sept. 27.

Senior wide receiver/safety Boston Rodriguez is key for the Midland Christian football team on both sides of the ball this season.

Mark Cotton, who led Stanton to a football state title in 1997, will be remembered for his warmth and kindness.

The Midland High and Legacy volleyball teams opened tournament play on the road on Aug. 22 and came away with a combined 4-2 record.