The #1-ranked Southlake Carroll Dragons dominated San Angelo Central on Nov. 21, 2025. Angelo Renda orchestrated an offensive clinic. By halftime, Carroll had built a massive 38-0 lead at Stephenville’s Briles Stadium. The Dragons stayed undefeated with this decisive playoff victory.
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🔥 Quick Facts:
- Southlake Carroll leads 38-0 at halftime against San Angelo Central.
- Angelo Renda throws 5 touchdown passes in first half alone.
- Brock Boyd catches 2 TD passes, including 49-yard reception.
- Southlake stays undefeated at 11-0 entering second-round playoffs.
- Game played at Stephenville’s Briles Stadium on Friday, Nov. 21.
Renda’s Perfect First Half Performance
Angelo Renda was absolutely surgical in the opening half. The Pitt commit completed 18 of 23 passes for 317 yards and those five touchdown passes. He also rushed for 82 yards. Pure efficiency.
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In the first quarter, Renda connected with Brock Boyd on a 31-yard TD. Minutes later, he found Caden Mackey for a 20-yard score. Carroll led 14-0 after one quarter.
The second quarter? That’s when things got out of hand. Renda fired a 49-yard TD pass to Boyd, extending the lead to 21-0. Those are the plays that swing games. Then came a 27-yard field goal by Gavin Strange (Duke commit). Renda kept throwing. A 36-yard TD to Brody Knowles made it 31-0. Finally, a 16-yard touchdown to Blake Gunter capped the half at 38-0.
San Angelo Central’s defense had no answers. They couldn’t adjust. They couldn’t slow down the Dragon offense. Credit to Renda though—his accuracy, his decision-making, his command? All elite level.
Why This Dominance Matters
Southlake Carroll isn’t just winning. They’re winning decisively. This message matters heading into deeper playoff rounds. Opponents will see this tape. They’ll see 38 points in one half. But what can they do? Renda’s 5 TD passes in 24 minutes isn’t a fluke. It’s a system executing flawlessly.
The Dragons completed a perfect regular season at 10-0. Now they’re 11-0 after this playoff win. Head coach Riley Dodge has these teams running like clockwork. The 19 returning starters from last year’s state runner-up squad know what winning looks like.
For San Angelo Central, this was a reality check. The Bobcats came in as an 8-3 team with playoff dreams. Instead, they got humbled. Central’s offense mustered just 85 yards through the air. Micah Smith completed 9 of 20 passes. That won’t cut it against a machine like Southlake Carroll.
Individual Performances Stand Out
Beyond Renda, the receivers ate well. Brock Boyd had 121 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns in just one half. Boyd’s committed to Ohio State. He’s showing why. Blake Gunter finished with 63 receiving yards and 1 TD. These are playmakers.
| Player | Position | Stats (First Half) |
|---|---|---|
| Angelo Renda | QB | 18/23 pass, 317 yards, 5 TD, 82 rushing yards |
| Brock Boyd | WR | 121 receiving yards, 2 TD (includes 49-yd TD) |
| Blake Gunter | WR | 63 receiving yards, 1 TD |
| Caden Mackey | WR | 20-yard TD |
| Micah Smith (Central) | QB | 9/20 pass, 85 yards |
San Angelo Central’s defense surrendered five touchdown passes in just thirty minutes. That’s worse than concerning. The Bobcats allowed multiple plays of 20+ yards. Their secondary got exposed early and often against a high-powered dragon offense.
What’s Next for Carroll
Southlake Carroll moves forward with their perfect season intact. They’re ranked #1 in Texas Class 6A and appear nationally. The Dragons will face tougher tests as the playoffs progress. But performances like this—38 points in 24 minutes—show this team is built to win championships.
Riley Dodge has his team clicking. The undefeated regular season wasn’t a surprise. This playoff demolition? Also not shocking when you track their talent level. Expect the Dragons to keep rolling. Question now isn’t whether they can compete. It’s whether anyone can stop them.
The second half probably won’t matter much for game analysis. Southlake will rest starters. San Angelo will try to salvage some production. But the damage was done before halftime. This is a statement playoff victory.
Can Anyone Dethrone the Dragons?
That’s the big question in Texas 6A football right now. Southlake Carroll is playing at another level. When your quarterback throws 5 TD passes in one half and your receivers are catching everything, that’s a formula for dominance. San Angelo Central got a glimpse of elite-level execution. It wasn’t pretty.
The Dragons will likely face Allen Eagles or Aledo Bearcats down the line. Those are quality programs. But Carroll’s offense is different. Renda’s arm talent combined with Brock Boyd’s playmaking creates matchup nightmares. Plus the coaching from Riley Dodge never gets enough credit.
A state championship feels inevitable if Southlake stays healthy and focused. This Bobcats game proved they’re the team to beat.
Sources
- Dallas Morning News – Game recap with official stats and scoring summary
- San Angelo LIVE! – Live play-by-play updates from Stephenville’s Briles Stadium
- On3 Sports – Texas High School Football Rankings and playoff predictions
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