Gilmer Shocks No. 1 Carthage, Ends 38-Game Winning Streak

Gilmer pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 Texas high school football season Friday night, stunning No. 1 Carthage 49-42 at Jeff Traylor Stadium. The shocking loss snapped the two-time defending 4A Division II state champions’ 38-game winning streak, handing the Bulldogs their first defeat since August 2024. Gilmer (7-2) entered the game following a 67-29 victory over Center, while Carthage (7-1) had defeated Pleasant Grove 37-13. Kipton Neighbors powered the Buckeyes with more than 240 rushing yards and four touchdowns, stepping up after an injury to starting running back Tayveon Horne. With the game tied at...