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Playoff Ready Houston Gunslingers: Part One

Playoff Ready Houston Gunslingers: Part One
Marcus Henry
Marcus Henry October 29, 2023 @ 06:41 PM
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Derek (DJ) Lagway
Derek (DJ) Lagway 6'3" | 215 lbs | QB | 2024
TX
Kaleb Bailey
Kaleb Bailey 6'2" | 195 lbs | QB | 2025
TX
Tucker Parks
Tucker Parks 6'2" | 205 lbs | QB | 2024
TX
Trey Owens
Trey Owens 6'4" | 200 lbs | QB | 2024
TX
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Texas High School season is coming to an end and the playoffs are on the horizon. Teams are finishing up the last week of the regular season and their sights are set on the postseason. The teams that make deep runs have a veteran presence under center. Quarterbacks who have that it factor, who have ice in their veins and have the ability to make the winning plays in crunchtime are players who lead their teams to wins in the second season. The Houston area has some of the best quarterbacks in the state who are ready for primetime. Here are several<strong><em> Gunslingers</em></strong> in H-Town who have the skills to make some noise in the playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["371923"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Lagway is showing all the signs of being playoff-ready and Willis is one of the hottest teams in the state. His remarkable performance this season, leading the Willis offense to score an impressive 60 points per game, is a testament to his skill and leadership. One of Lagway's standout qualities is his ability to make off-platform throws with accuracy. Dj has the skill set to be accurate even when not in an ideal position, which is a crucial skill for a quarterback, especially in high-stakes playoff games. His powerful arm allows him to make deep throws with pinpoint accuracy, putting pressure on the opposing defense. Lagway's dual-threat capabilities add another dimension to his game. His speed and agility make him a significant threat when he decides to take off and run with the football. This not only keeps the defense on its toes but also allows him to make big plays, whether through the air or on the ground. 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Winning a state title as a freshman is an impressive accomplishment, and it's a testament to his skill and leadership on the field. With a Week Ten victory against a rival Atascocita, it's clear that North Shore is poised for another strong run to the state title. Bailey's talents and track record make the Mustangs a team to watch when the playoffs kickoff.rnu003cdiv class=u0022yj6qou0022u003eu003c/divu003ernu0026nbsp;rnu003cdiv class=u0022adLu0022u003eu003c/divu003e","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["147432"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"A Texas Longhorn commit, Owens has the skill set to lead Cy Fair deep into the playoffs. His powerful and lean stout build, along with his big arm, allows him to fit the ball into tight coverage windows, making him a significant asset under center for Cy Fair. Owens' elite pocket presence and exceptional field vision are traits that flash in his game. Leading Cy Fair to an 8-1 record and orchestrating a high-scoring offense that put up 45 points against Cy Ridge in Week Ten shows his impact on the team's success. Owens has been playing at a high level this season, demonstrating that he has the clutch gene when the stakes are high. With his skill set and leadership, Trey is poised to make a significant impact in the playoffs and potentially lead Cy Fair to a successful postseason run.","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["276042"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"Parks plays with a gunslinger mentality and willingness to make big throws. His combination of high level arm talent, accuracy, and touch on deep passes is a valuable asset, and his ability to avoid pressure and run effectively adds a dual-threat dimension to his game. Tucker's fiery and ultra-competitive nature makes him a driving force for Klein Collins, leading them to their third consecutive playoff berth. Parks has the skill set to put pressure on defenses from all angles. A Western Kentucky commit, Parks looks to show off his next level skills in the playoffs to make a deep run .","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":4,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-653ed2f19ff8d"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

The Texas High School season is coming to an end and the playoffs are on the horizon. Teams are finishing up the last week of the regular season and their sights are set on the postseason. The teams that make deep runs have a veteran presence under center. Quarterbacks who have that it factor, who have ice in their veins and have the ability to make the winning plays in crunchtime are players who lead their teams to wins in the second season. The Houston area has some of the best quarterbacks in the state who are ready for primetime. Here are several Gunslingers in H-Town who have the skills to make some noise in the playoffs.

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Derek (DJ) Lagway

Derek (DJ) Lagway

TX
QB
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 215
POS QB
CLASS 2024
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Derek
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Class
2024
Height
6'3"
Weight
215
HS
Willis
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TX
Playoff Ready Houston Gunslingers: Part One
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Written by Marcus Henry
Florida
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Kaleb Bailey

Kaleb Bailey

HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 195
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CLASS 2025
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Kaleb
Bailey QB
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2025
Height
6'2"
Weight
195
HS
North Shore
|
TX
Playoff Ready Houston Gunslingers: Part One
Bailey is an exceptional talent in the Class of 2025. His “it factor” and big-time playmaking abilities make...
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School: North Shore
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Trey Owens

Trey Owens

TX
QB
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 200
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CLASS 2024
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Trey
Owens QB
Class
2024
Height
6'4"
Weight
200
HS
Cy-Fair
|
TX
Playoff Ready Houston Gunslingers: Part One
A Texas Longhorn commit, Owens has the skill set to lead Cy Fair deep into the playoffs. His...
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Western Kentucky
Tucker Parks

Tucker Parks

TX
QB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 205
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CLASS 2024
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Tucker
Parks QB
Class
2024
Height
6'2"
Weight
205
HS
Klein Collins
|
TX
Playoff Ready Houston Gunslingers: Part One
Parks plays with a gunslinger mentality and willingness to make big throws. His combination of high level arm...
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Western Kentucky
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