Two dominant signal callers in James 'Jimmy' Haren and Brady Barrier are getting ready to go toe-to-toe. The Waltrip Rams will head out to challenge the Barbers Hill Eagles at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Expect the scorekeeper to be kept busy: if their previous games are any indication, these teams will really light up the scoreboard.
Waltrip took a loss when they played away from home two weeks ago, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Friday. They claimed a resounding 45-14 victory over Sterling. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest win the Rams have posted against the Raiders since September 14, 2017.
Zyon Gamble
| 11/07/25 vs Sterling | 189 |
| 10/17/25 @ Westbury | 130 |
| 09/18/25 vs Spring Woods | 101 |
| 10/10/25 vs Galena Park | 91 |
| 09/05/25 vs Cesar E. Chavez | 80 |
It was another big night for Zyon Gamble, who rushed for 189 yards and two TDs while picking up 11.1 yards per carry. Those 189 rushing yards gave him a new career-high. Waltrip also got a significant boost from Dere'Yon Bush, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 88 yards.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Waltrip was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 311 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Special teams also deserves some recognition, posting 15 points in total. The biggest highlight from special teams (and perhaps the team as a whole) came courtesy of Lil Eric Norris, who ran a kickoff back for a touchdown.
Meanwhile, Barbers Hill entered their tilt with West Brook on Friday with two consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with three. They came out on top against the Bruins by a score of 32-21.
Waltrip better keep an eye on Tripp Davis. He was instrumental in Barbers Hill's win, picking up 217 receiving yards and three scores, while also rushing for 32 yards. With that strong performance, Davis is now averaging an impressive 112.7 receiving yards per game. Another player making a difference was Miles Spurlock, who gained 131 total yards and a touchdown.
One reason for the win was Barbers Hill's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for seven sacks. It was truly a group effort as Tate Hollingsworth, Andrew Burns, and Carson Hahn picked up two apiece. Hollingsworth also set a new season-high mark in total tackles with seven. Kross Kilgo was another major factor on D, making 18 total tackles.
Waltrip's record is now 7-3. As for Barbers Hill, their record now sits at an identical 7-3.
Friday's game might be decided on the ground. Waltrip has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 189.4 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Barbers Hill struggles in that department as they've been averaging 155.9 rushing yards. There's a good chance Friday's contest turns into a tough fight on the ground. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more football content.
