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
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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
Franklin 66, Poth 0
Lions roll to second straight Region IV-3A title with another shutout By DOUGLAS PILS (First published in the Franklin News Weekly) PFLUGERVILLE – Anyone worried about the Franklin Lions looking too far down the line hasn’t been paying attention. Faced with what was supposed to be their toughest opponent and some trash talk, the Lions let their play speak for itself … [Read more...] about Franklin 66, Poth 0
Franklin 60, Riesel 0
Brotherly bonds, some of it actual brothers, produce another playoff blowout for Lions By DOUGLAS PILS (First published in the Franklin News Weekly) BELTON – Coach Mark Fannin and his staff spend all year building bonds among the diverse group of guys playing football for the Franklin Lions so that when one player succeeds everyone supports that success. And … [Read more...] about Franklin 60, Riesel 0
Franklin 63, Stockdale 7
Franklin makes winning look easy against Stockdale By DOUGLAS PILS (First published in the Franklin News Weekly) CEDAR PARK – So far, the Franklin Lions’ playoff redemption tour hasn’t been too tough. After demolishing Stockdale 70-6 the area round at Guyton Stadium on Friday, Nov. 19, the Lions have outscored their playoff opponents 133-13 when counting the 63-7 … [Read more...] about Franklin 63, Stockdale 7
