DRIPPING SPRINGS — The Dripping Springs High School Tigers football team piled up 515 yards of offense Friday, Oct. 16, in a 56-14 victory over the Bowie High School Bulldogs, keeping the Tigers atop District 26-6A, with two district games remaining.
A sharp drop in temperature and strong winds greeted the teams at kickoff. The Tigers overcame the conditions with 357 rushing yards and 158 passing yards.
Frank Accetta led the ground game with 260 yards on 24 carries and five touchdowns. Quarterback Chase Ames completed 15 of 24 passes for 158 yards and two touchdowns. Dodge Reid had three receptions for 43 yards.
Dripping Springs defense forced four turnovers — two interceptions and two fumbles. Sawyer McLeroy and Ben Donahoe were credited with the picks.
Dripping Springs improved to 6-1 overall and 4-0 in district play. The Tigers will visit Hays High School for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff Friday, Oct. 23.
