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Van’s quest for a second consecutive District 14-4A title moved on without much resistance last week as the Lady Vandals notched wins against both state-ranked Brownsboro and Athens to run their record to 4-0 with six matches left to play.

The sixth week of high school football brought with it a mixed bag for county schools. Canton, Edgewood and Van each registered impressive wins while Fruitvale and Grand Saline each suffered setbacks. Things should get even more interesting in the weeks ahead with Canton, Fruitvale and Wills all starting district play Oct. 7-8 and Van set to kick off its district run Oct. 15.

Two familiar foes renewed their longtime rivalry last week as the Van Lady Vandals played host to the Wills Point Lady Tigers Sept. 24.

The fifth week of the 2021 season provided something for everyone, with multiple high scoring games and thrilling finales. Unlike the previous two weeks, Van was not alone in registering a win as both Canton and Edgewood returned to the win column.