Bridgeport (7-4): 34
China Spring (9-3): 31
at Burleson Stadium
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Bridgeport vs. China Spring: Friday, November 20, 2009
Friday, November 20th, 2009Raging Bull: Scott leads Bridgeport defense into postseason
Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
RUSHING BULL - Bridgeport senior defensive end Daniel Scott leads the team in sacks this season with five. He will lead the Bulls into the playoffs Friday. Messenger photo by Joe Duty
Bridgeport’s Daniel Scott doesn’t deny he has a split personality.
“I try to be the nice guy off the field, but between whistles I’ve got to be something else,” Scott said. “My goal is to get back there, create havoc and be the beast the coaches want me to be.”
Curtain set to open for Bridgeport playoff run
Wednesday, November 18th, 2009After an extra week of waiting, the curtain will finally raise for the Bridgeport Bulls’ playoff run Friday night.
Johnson Cats run by Jacket; Pilot Point 59, Boyd 42
Saturday, November 14th, 2009
END OF THE ROAD - Boyd senior Tim Fleming joins cheerleaders and teammates in singing the school song following the Yellowjackets' 59-42 loss to Pilot Point Friday night. Messenger photo by Joe Duty
JUST MISSING - Boyd's Kyle Stearns can't bring in a pass during the Yellowjackets' loss to Pilot Point. Messenger photo by Joe Duty
Going into Friday night’s bi-district game with the Pilot Point Bearcats, Boyd coach J.G. Cartwright knew his team had to do what no one has done all year – stop Jarman Johnson.
Bridgeport anticipates start of post season
Saturday, November 14th, 2009While other playoff football teams are battling for bi-district crowns this weekend, the Bridgeport Bulls are in a different contest – the waiting game.
Friday Night Live Blogging, November 13, 2009
Friday, November 13th, 2009Boyd (6-5): 42
Pilot Point (11-0): 59
at Springtown Porcupine Stadium
FINAL
Double trouble; Fleming wreaks havoc on both sides of ball
Wednesday, November 11th, 2009
DUAL THREAT - Throughout the season, Boyd senior Tim Fleming has frustrated opponents with his explosive play at quarterback and safety for the Yellowjackets. Messenger photo by Joe Duty
When the Boyd Yellowjackets are on offense, quarterback Tim Fleming’s No. 9 can be seen streaking down the field, displaying his 4.4 speed. On defense, that same jersey is usually in the middle of the action, delivering bone-jarring hits from the safety position.
Boyd tries to atone for loss
Wednesday, November 11th, 2009Last season, the Boyd Yellowjackets dominated most of three quarters against the Pilot Point Bearcats in their Class 2A Division I bi-district game at Northwest ISD Stadium.
Yellowjackets to have hands full with Bearcats
Wednesday, November 11th, 2009Pilot Point escaped Boyd by the skin of its teeth in last year’s Class 2A Division I bi-district game, but I just don’t see history repeating itself.
The Battle of Big Sandy, Friday, November 6, 2009
Saturday, November 7th, 2009Video footage and editing by Andrew May
Bulls write perfect ending: Bridgeport rallies in final minute to beat Eagles
Saturday, November 7th, 2009
RAGING BULL - Bridgeport's Luis Gaytan celebrates the first of the Bulls' two second-half touchdowns in their 24-21 come-from-behind victory over Decatur Friday night. Messenger photo by Joe Duty
CROSSING THE LINE - Bridgeport's Blake Waldrep runs into the end zone on a 1-yard run in the third quarter of the Bulls' 24-21 win over Decatur. Messenger photo by Joe Duty
STEP AHEAD - Decatur's Tyler Hodges eludes Bridgeport defenders. Decatur and Hodges led Bridgport 21-0 Friday, but could not hold on for the victory. Messenger photo by Joe Duty
SWATTED AWAY - Decatur's Kaleb Montes reaches out to knock the ball away during the Eagles' 24-21 loss to Bridgeport. Messenger photo by Joe Duty
After throwing his third interception with his team trailing by four late in the fourth quarter, Bridgeport quarterback Cody Henson wanted one more chance against the Decatur Eagles’ defense.
Dogs take bite out of Panthers
Saturday, November 7th, 2009
BULLDOGGIN' - Colton Redman (11) of Alvord ran tough in the Bulldogs' 34-0 win over Paradise Friday. Taylor Goforth (10) made the stop for Paradise on this run. Messenger photo by Mack Thweatt
Alvord didn’t get the help it needed to squeeze into the football playoffs Friday. But the Bulldogs did finish on a winning note and take a well-earned win over county rival Paradise, 34-0.
Texans drop season finale
Saturday, November 7th, 2009The Northwest Texans’ varsity football season ended Thursday night without a victory.
Boyd seals District 9-2A championship
Saturday, November 7th, 2009With their position in the playoffs already set, the Boyd Yellowjackets had only one thing left to accomplish in the regular season: a district championship.
Dragons fall short
Saturday, November 7th, 2009Jacksboro quickly pulled ahead of Chico Friday en route to a 46-22 Tigers’ win that clinched a playoff spot.
Shifting sands
Saturday, November 7th, 2009
REVERSAL OF FORTUNE - Coach Kyle Story's team had a 21-0 lead turn into a loss on Friday night against rival Bridgeport. As the Eagles stumbled to their second losing season in a row, the Bulls put together their second undefeated season of district play. Messenger photo by Joe Duty
A waning harvest moon hung low in the sky and gazed upon a packed Eagle Stadium in the 90th meeting between Decatur and the Bridgeport Bulls on Friday night.
Friday Night Football Live Blogging for November 6, 2009
Friday, November 6th, 2009Bridgeport (6-4, 5-0): 24
at Decatur (2-6, 2-2): 21
FINAL
Alvord (6-4, 3-2): 34
at Paradise (1-9, 1-4): 0
FINAL
Boyd (6-4, 6-0): 42
at Millsap (8-2, 3-2): 28
FINAL
Chico (0-10, 0-5): 22
at Jacksboro (5-5, 3-3): 46
FINAL
Northwest (0-10, 0-5): 14
at Keller Central (3-7, 2-5): 34
FINAL (played Thursday, November 5)
The Battle of Big Sandy
Wednesday, November 4th, 2009
BIG SANDY BATTLE - Decatur Mayor Joe Lambert and Bridgeport Majka meet at the midpoint between the rival communities, Big Sandy Creek. The two rivals will meet Friday at Eagle Stadium. Messenger photo by Joe Duty
For the 90th time, the two schools separated by Big Sandy Creek will renew their rivalry Friday night.
At stake for Bridgeport is a chance to complete an undefeated run through District 5-3A and keep building momentum heading to the playoffs. For Decatur, a win coupled with a Vernon victory over Iowa Park will send it to the postseason. For both teams, something even more valuable is on the line – bragging rights.
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