Lake Travis Triumphs Over Westlake 31-10 in Replay Thriller
The 2025 Battle of the Lakes showcased an electrifying matchup between the Lake Travis Cavaliers and the Westlake Chaparrals. Held at Chaparral Stadium in West Lake Hills on October 24, 2025, Lake Travis triumphed with a decisive 31-10 victory.
Key Highlights of the Game
- Final Score: Lake Travis 31, Westlake 10
- Notable Performers:
- Luke McBride (Lake Travis) – 270 passing yards, 3 touchdowns
- Van Hopping (Lake Travis) – 151 rushing yards, 1 rushing TD, 1 receiving TD
- Westin Smith (Lake Travis) – 5 receptions, 136 yards, 2 touchdowns
- Rees Wise (Westlake) – 239 passing yards, 1 touchdown
- Defensive Dominance: Lake Travis recorded 10 sacks against Rees Wise.
- Game Statistics:
- Lake Travis limited Westlake to negative-9 rushing yards and under 250 total yards.
- Lake Travis improved its season record to 8-0 and 4-0 in District 26-6A.
Game Breakdown
The first half concluded with Lake Travis leading 13-7. Van Hopping opened the scoring with a 20-yard rushing touchdown, followed by an 18-yard touchdown reception. Westlake managed to score through Rees Wise’s 13-yard touchdown pass to Braden Riddell.
In the second half, the Cavaliers extended their lead with a pair of scoring passes from McBride to Smith for 38 and 48 yards. These plays brought the score to 28-10 as Lake Travis continued to exert its dominance.
Defensive Performance
The Lake Travis defense was a standout feature of the game. They pressured Westlake’s quarterback aggressively, resulting in ten sacks throughout the contest. This relentless pressure significantly hindered Westlake’s offensive capabilities, allowing them limited control over the game.
Upcoming Challenges
Lake Travis now looks ahead to its upcoming matchups against Akins and Austin High as they chase a perfect regular season. Meanwhile, this victory marks a significant achievement for the Cavaliers, as it is their first win over Westlake since 2019.
Ceremonial Honors
Prior to the game, a special ceremony took place honoring former Westlake star Drew Brees. The community celebrated his legacy by retiring his number 15 jersey, with Brees expressing gratitude to the community and his hopes for future successes.
This thrilling match highlighted the longstanding rivalry between Lake Travis and Westlake, further elevating the excitement surrounding high school football in Texas.
