Stephenville improved to 8-0 overall and 3-0 in District 12-4A Division I with a 42-20 road win over Jarrell on Friday.
The defending state champion Yellow Jackets entered 7-0 after beating China Spring 55-21. Jarrell was also 7-0 and coming off a 41-23 victory over Lampasas, setting up a matchup for sole possession of the district lead.
The teams were tied 14-14 at halftime, but Stephenville took control after the break. The Yellow Jackets outscored Jarrell 28-6 in the second half to extend their winning streak to 24 games.
Jarrell suffered its first loss and falls to 7-1 overall and 2-1 in district play. The Cougars remain firmly in the playoff race despite losing the district lead.
Next, Stephenville hosts Burnet, while Jarrell hosts China Spring.
Stephenville 42, Jarrell 20
Photos by Pat Carrigan
