Dripping Springs Shut Out Akins at Burger Stadium
The Tigers secured a 75-0 victory to open district play on Friday.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Football
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Dripping Springs improved to 1-0 in District 26-6A after a dominant 75-0 win over Akins at Burger Stadium. The Tigers leaned on a balanced offensive attack to secure the shutout victory.
Why it matters
This win keeps Dripping Springs in the top half of the district standings as the team pushes for a strong postseason position. The Tigers now hold a 3-1 overall record.
The Tigers tallied 376 total yards, split between 190 passing and 186 rushing yards. The 75-0 victory marks the team's first district win of the season.
The players
Dripping Springs
A high school football team now holding a 1-0 district record.
Akins
The opponent in Friday night's football game at Burger Stadium.
Chase Ames
The Tigers quarterback who recorded four touchdown passes.
Frank Accetta
A Dripping Springs receiver who caught one touchdown pass.
The details
Dripping Springs utilized a mix of passing and rushing plays to control the field throughout the matchup. Quarterback Chase Ames threw for 161 yards and four touchdowns, while Frank Accetta added 57 receiving yards and a score. To manage the lopsided lead, the coaching staff substituted multiple bench players into the game during the second half.
Timeline
September 25, 2026: Dripping Springs defeated Akins 75-0.
October 2, 2026: Dripping Springs plays Johnson High School.
The Texas Context
This win follows the established UIL District 26-6A alignment, which dictates the path for Austin-area teams toward the state playoffs. The performance signals that the Tigers remain a top contender within this competitive district.
Fans looking to follow the Tigers' progress should mark the calendar for the next district matchup. The team continues its season schedule with a game against Johnson High School scheduled for next week.
The takeaway
Dripping Springs successfully utilized its bench depth to secure a commanding district opener win. Keep an eye on the team's upcoming performance against Johnson High School as district rankings solidify.
What happens next
Dripping Springs will face Johnson High School on October 2, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Hays Free Press and News-Dispatch.
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