2021 Season Preview: Katy Taylor Mustangs
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Today we are looking at the Katy Taylor Mustangs and what they are bringing back for this upcoming season. The Mustangs finished last season with a 9-3 record, making it to the third round of the playoffs under Coach Simmons…
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Continue ReadingToday we are looking at the Katy Taylor Mustangs and what they are bringing back for this upcoming season. The Mustangs finished last season with a 9-3 record, making it to the third round of the playoffs under Coach Simmons and his staff. The Mustangs had a very balanced offensive attack, averaging 27 points per game, throwing close to 140 yards per game and running for over 170 yards per game. For the 2021 season, Katy Taylor are returning a total of 20 lettermen players, 5 returning offensive starters and 5 returning defensive starters. The Mustangs will be a team to watch heading into next season, with great players at key positions ready to leave it on the field. In a very competitive district, Coach Simmons will have his players ready to go every week and good things are expected from a very good team!
Key Returners
RB
Michael Whitaker
Michael
Whitaker
5'9" | 170 lbs | RB
Taylor | 2022
State
TX
(2022) – Whitaker returns as the leading rusher from last season, running for 804 yards with 9 rushing touchdowns. He added 38 receptions for 334 yards and 2 receiving touchdowns as well. Whitaker is a very productive back who shows great burst and acceleration in the open field. He has a good frame and will play a key role in the Mustangs success for the 2021 season.
QB Joe Jefferson Jr. (2023) – Jefferson played safety his sophomore year and will be looked upon to take the reigns as QB1 for the Mustangs. The two-sport athlete will be looked to lead and use his great skills to bring much success to the talented offense.
RB Tyler Irving (2022)
OL Nolan Hay (2022)
TE
Ian Flynt
Ian
Flynt
6'4" | 250 lbs | TE
Katy Taylor | 2024
State
TX
(2024)
DT Ashton Coker (2024)
DT Will Bynum (2022)
FS/WR Hollis Robinson (2022)
DB Jaden Burr (2022)
Key Newcomers to Watch
WR Alei Sabek (2023)
FS Cyrus Reyes (2024)
WR Justin Byrd (2022)
SS/RB Ethan Jacobson (2024)
2021-22 Season Schedule
8/19 SCRIMMAGE – RIDGE POINT
8/28 @ CY SPRINGS
9/4 @ GEORGE RANCH
9/11 @ CY FAIR
9/17 vs. KLEIN CAIN
9/24 @ MORTON RANCH – Opens District Play
9/30 vs. SEVEN LAKES
10/7 @ TOMPKINS
10/15 vs. MAYDE CREEK
10/22 @ CINCO RANCH
10/28 vs. KATY