For a team that has relied all season on speed and explosive plays, the Whitney Wildcats needed every bit of that identity Friday night. The Wildcats raced out to a huge early lead, weathered a furious Winnsboro comeback, and then regained control late to secure a 45–38 area-round win at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium in Rockwall — … Continue reading Whitney races past Winnsboro, reaches third round of playoffs
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Whitney and Aquilla chase district titles, eye deep playoff runs
Two Hill County football programs — the Whitney Wildcats and the Aquilla Cougars — have been building toward this moment all season. Both have already punched their playoff tickets. Both are undefeated in district play.And this Friday night, each will take the field with a chance to claim an outright district championship against a long-time … Continue reading Whitney and Aquilla chase district titles, eye deep playoff runs
‘Cats storm past Mart in opener
Whitney running back Jontae Johnson powers past the Mart Panthers in the season opener at Wildcat Stadium. Returning from an injury last season, Johnson looked as strong as ever and played a key role in Whitney offensive attack. The Whitney Wildcats made a statement in their season opener, cruising past the Mart Panthers 63-34 in … Continue reading ‘Cats storm past Mart in opener
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