Westlake reclaimed the Battle of the Lakes with a physical, run-first 38-17 win over Lake Travis, controlling the line of scrimmage and avoiding turnovers. The Chaparrals improved to 7-1 overall and 4-0 in District 25-6A, while ending any chance of a late Cavaliers comeback.

By the Numbers
  • Westlake rushed for 218 yards and five touchdowns.
  • C.J. Jones ran for 116 yards and two scores on 16 carries.
  • Westlake totaled 331 yards of offense to Lake Travis’ 282.
  • Westlake converted 4 of 9 third downs; Lake Travis converted 2 of 13.
  • Westlake leads the overall series 12-11 and has won 9 of the last 11 meetings.
Yes, But

Lake Travis opened with a 53-yard touchdown pass and later cut the deficit to 14 points, but Westlake answered each challenge. The Cavaliers’ early spark couldn’t overcome Westlake’s advantage in the trenches and its turnover-free play.

State of Play
  • Westlake is 7-1 overall and 4-0 in district play.
  • Lake Travis is 3-3-1 overall and 2-2 in district play.
What’s Next

Westlake hosts Cedar Ridge next Friday. Lake Travis travels to Round Rock.

Bottom Line

Westlake’s simplest formula proved decisive: win up front, run effectively and protect the ball. That approach flipped last year’s result and kept the Chaparrals unbeaten in district play.