Regional Semifinal, Nov. 25, 2022Franklin 53, Hitchcock 18 By Douglas PilsStory originally ran in the Franklin News Weekly SHENANDOAH – The Franklin Lions earned a trip to their third straight regional final with a physically dominating 53-18 victory over Hitchcock on a rain-soaked Friday at Woodforest Bank Stadium. After 29 straight victories and 41 in the past 42 … [Read more...] about Franklin sets up Columbus showdown in rainy win over Hitchcock
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Avoiding panic after halftime deficit spurs Lions to dominating win
Area, Nov. 17, 2022Franklin 32, Anahuac 7 By Douglas PilsStory originally ran in the Franklin News Weekly WALLER – What started out as a slugfest between Franklin and Anahuac in the area playoff round turned into another showcase for the Lions’ defense and Bryson Washington’s ability to deliver knockout blows. After trailing 7-6 at halftime, the Lions (12-0) … [Read more...] about Avoiding panic after halftime deficit spurs Lions to dominating win
Lions open playoffs with efficient victory over Brahmas
Bi-District, Nov. 10, 2022: Franklin 33, Hallettsville 7 By Douglas PilsStory originally ran in the Franklin News Weekly WALLER – The Franklin Lions entered the playoffs on a 26-game winning streak and high hopes of winning a second straight Class 3A state championship. They opened that chase with a 33-7 bi-district victory over Hallettsville, the fourth-place … [Read more...] about Lions open playoffs with efficient victory over Brahmas
