WEEK SIXTEEN: LONGVIEW VS ALEDO
Deceber 10th, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the Aledo Bearcats from John E. Kincaide Stadium in the 1st meeting between the two schools, at 2:00 PM on Saturday, December 10th.

This will be the first meeting between the two schools.

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WEEK SIXTEEN: LOBOS VS BEARCATS
December 9th, 2022

Longview (14-0) vs. Aledo (12-2)

Time: 2 p.m. Saturday

Stadium: John Kincaide Stadium, 9191 South Polk Street, Dallas 75232

Coaches

Longview: John King

Aledo: Tim Buchanan...read more.

ALL IN: LOBOS AT ALL POSITION STEP UP WHEN NEEDED
December 9th, 2022

Longview has emphasized an all-hands-on-deck approach throughout the 2022 football season, and is now preparing for Saturday's 2 p.m. Class 5A Division I state semifinal against Aledo at Dallas' John Kincaide Stadium.

Every high school football team has to overcome the annual loss of graduated players. Longview is no different, but it has found a way to develop enough program talent to reload, and maintain a consistent level of success during John King's 19 seasons as head coach.

Results have been common...read more.

KING EARNS AVCA REGIONAL AWARD
December 8th, 2022

Longview High School football coach and athletic director John King is one of five high school coaches to earn American Football Coaches Association Regional Power of Influence Award honors.

The award is given jointly by the American Football Coaches Association and the American Football Coaches Foundation. These winners will be honored during the 2023 AFCA Convention, which will be held on January 8-10, 2023.

King, who has the...read more.

HISTORIC POWERHOUSES TO CLASH IN STATE SEMIS
December 8th, 2022

Two of the most historic Texas high school football programs ever will clash for the first time Saturday at Kincaide Stadium in Dallas as the Aledo Bearcats (12-2) and the Longview Lobos meet in the Class 5A Division I state semifinals.

Aledo has more state championships (10) than any program in the state, including nine since 2009. The Bearcats are in the postseason for a 27th consecutive season and have advanced each time they've gotten there.

While the Lobos only have...read more.

FULL BOX SCORE AGAINST MANSFIELD TIMBERVIEW
November 26th, 2022

Longview faced off against Mansfield Timberview on Friday, December 2nd.

Click the following link to view the complete box score capturing Longview's 37-21 win at Mesquite Memorial Stadium...read more.

STILL ROLLING: LOBOS MOVE INTO SEMI-FINALS WITH 37-21 WIN
December 3rd, 2022

A battle was expected when the top two teams in Class 5A Division I met at Mesquite Memorial Stadium on Friday night, but No. 1 Longview ultimately pulled away in the second half to earn a 37-21 win against No. 2 Mansfield Timberview in the Region II championship game.

Longview improved its season record to 14-0, and advanced to play either Aledo or Burleson Centennial in the 2 p.m. Class 5A Division I state semifinal at Dallas' John Kincaide Stadium on Saturday Dec. 10, while Mansfield Timberview finished its 2022 campaign with a 13-1 mark.

Burleson Centennial and...read more.

WEEK FIFTEEN: LONGVIEW VS MANSFIELD TIMBERVIEW
Deceber 2nd, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the Mansfield Timberview Wolves from Mesquite Memorial Stadium in the 1st meeting between the two schools, at 7:00 PM on Friday, December.

This will be the first meeting between the two schools.

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EXPERIENCED, DEEP LOBO DEFENSE READY FOR ROUND FOUR
December 2nd, 2022

It is not a revelation to point out how good Longview's defensive unit has been in 2022, but its experienced lineup still deserves a lot of credit for the overall team success.

The Longview football program has been working toward this season for a couple of years, and has leaned on a crucial development process that has prepared players to be the necessary leaders for the current team’s run to Friday’s 7 p.m. Class 5A Division I Region II final against Mansfield Timberview at Mesquite Memorial Stadium.

The biggest playmakers on the...read more.

BY THE NUMBERS: CROSBY
November 27th, 2022

LoboHistory.com takes a by-the-numbers look at Longview's game against the Port Arthur Memorial Titans on Friday:

2: Touchdowns each for...read more.

LOBOS END TITANS SEASON IN REGIONAL SEMI-FINAL BLOWOUT
November 26th, 2022

Penalties and turnovers were too much for the Titans to overcome as Memorial fell 51-7 to Longview in the 5A Division I Region II Semifinal at Abe Martin Stadium in Lufkin Friday.

The Titans (11-2) started off hot, scoring on their opening drive on a 34-yard pass from Davion Wilson to Caleb Goodie.

The Titans were feeling good early as...read more.

FULL BOX SCORE AGAINST PORT ARTHUR MEMORIAL
November 26th, 2022

Longview faced off against Port Arthur Memorial on Friday, November 25th.

Click the following link to view the complete box score capturing Longview's 51-7 win at Abe Martin Stadium...read more.

LOBOS ROLL INTO REGIONAL FINAL WITH 51-7 WIN
November 26th, 2022

Longview faced a small deficit as the second quarter of Friday's regional semifinal began, but the Lobos stormed back to earn a dominant 51-7 win against Port Arthur Memorial at Lufkin's Abe Martin Stadium.

The 13-0, and No. 1 ranked Lobos will participate in their deepest playoff round since 2018 when they play the 13-0 Mansfield Timberview Wolves in next Friday's 7 p.m. Class 5A Division I Region II championship at Mesquite Memorial Stadium.

Port Arthur Memorial finished the...read more.

WEEK FOURTEEN: LONGVIEW VS PORT ARTHUR MEMORIAL
November 25th, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the Port Arthur Memorial Titans from John Outlaw Memorial Field at Abe Martin Stadium in the 1st meeting between the two schools, at 7:00 PM on Friday, November 25th.

This will be the first meeting between the two schools.

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REGIONAL SEMI-FINAL: LOBOS VS TITANS
November 25th, 2022

Longview (12-0) vs. Port Arthur Memorial (11-1)

Time: 7 p.m. Friday

Stadium: Abe Martin Stadium, 309 South Medford Drive, Lufkin 75901

Coaches

Longview: John King

Port Arthur Memorial: Brian Morgan...read more.

LOBOS VISIT FAMILIAR VENUE FOR ROUND THREE
November 24th, 2022

Longview has made regular trips to Lufkin's Abe Martin Stadium over the past 50 years, and it will make its 28th football appearance during Friday's 7 p.m. Class 5A Division I Region II semifinal against Port Arthur Memorial.

"The reason we chose Lufkin is it's the only central location between the two schools," Longview athletic director and head football coach John King said of the decision to play this week's third-round playoff game at Abe Martin Stadium. "It was the only logical choice we had in terms of seating capacity, and a nice venue to play at."

Longview earned a 37-3 road win against...read more.

FULL BOX SCORE AGAINST FRISCO LONE STAR
November 20th, 2022

Longview faced off against Frisco Lone Star on Friday, November 18th.

Click the following link to view the complete box score capturing Longview's 38-17 win at John E. Kincaide Stadium...read more.

NOT ENOUGH: LONE STAR UNABLE TO KEEP PACE WITH LONGVIEW
November 19th, 2022

Lone Star entered the week riding a wave of momentum with its seven-game winning streak.

One of the chief reasons for the Rangers' run has been the defense, which has allowed less than nine points per game during the streak.

But Lone Star understood it was facing its...read more.

LOBOS MOVE ONTO ROUND THREE WITH 38-17 WIN
November 19th, 2022

Longview held a small halftime lead against Frisco Lone Star during Friday night's area round football playoff game at Dallas' John Kincaide Stadium, and ultimately pulled away in the second half for a 38-17 victory.

The Lobos improved their season record to 12-0, and advanced to play Port Arthur Memorial in next Friday's Class 5A Division I Region II semifinal at Lufkin's Abe Martin Stadium, while the Rangers finished their 2022 campaign with a 9-3 mark.

Longview was slow out of the gate because of...read more.

WEEK THIRTEEN: LONGVIEW VS FRISCO LONE STAR
November 18th, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the Frisco Lone Star Rangers from John E. Kincaide Stadium in the 1st meeting between the two schools, at 7:30 PM on Friday, November 18th.

This will be the first meeting between the two schools.

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AREA: LOBOS VS RANGERS
November 18th, 2022

Longview (11-0) vs. Frisco Lone Star (9-2)

Time: 7 p.m. Friday

Stadium: John Kincaide Stadium, 9191 South Polk Street, Dallas 75232

COACHES

Longview: John King

Frisco Lone Star: Jeff Rayburn...read more.

LOBOS ARE DEEP, STINGY ON DEFENSE
November 18th, 2022

Longview's football program prioritized a deep defensive unit in 2022, and all the work that went into it has advanced it to a sixth straight area round playoff appearance.

That's why the Lobos are preparing for Friday's 7 p.m. Class 5A Division I second round meeting with Frisco Lone Star at Dallas' John Kincaide Stadium.

Longview's defense has been top-notch from...read more.

BY THE NUMBERS: CROSBY
November 13th, 2022

LoboHistory.com takes a by-the-numbers look at Longview's game against the Crosby Cougars on Friday:

5: Rushing touchdowns by ..read more.

FULL BOX SCORE AGAINST CROSBY
November 12th, 2022

Longview hosted Crosby on Friday, November 11th.

Click the following link to view the complete box score capturing Longview's 49-15 win at Lobo Stadium...read more.

LONGVIEW OVERCOMES SLOW START TO MAUL COUGARS, 49-15
November 12th, 2022

Longview received an early test in Friday's Class 5A Division I bi-district football game, but scored the final six touchdowns to earn a 49-15 home playoff win against Crosby at Lobo Stadium.

The Longview Lobos improved their season record to 11-0, and advanced to play Frisco Lone Star in an area round postseason contest on Friday Nov. 18 at Dallas' John Kincaide Stadium. The kickoff time wasn't set by the time of publication.

The Crosby Cougars, on...read more.

WEEK TWELVE: LONGVIEW VS CROSBY
November 11th, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the Crosby Cougars from Lobo Stadium in the 1st meeting between the two schools, at 7:00 PM on Friday, November 11th.

This will be the first meeting between the two schools.

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BI-DISTRICT: LOBOS VS COUGARS
November 11th, 2022

Longview (10-0) vs. Crosby (6-4)

When/Where: 7 p.m. Friday/Lobo Stadium, 3012 Airline Road, Longview 75605

Coaches

Longview: John King (207-44 in 19 seasons at Longview)

Crosby: Jerry Prieto (33-17 in 4 seasons at Crosby)..read more.

LOBOS TOUGH TO BEAT UNDER KING IN PLAYOFF OPENERS
November 10th, 2022

Every team aims for a successful start to a playoff run, and this year's Longview football squad is ready to face a Crosby challenge in Friday's 7 p.m. Class 5A Division I bi-district game at Lobo Stadium.

"You're not going to have a playoff run if you can't win the first one," Longview athletic director and head football coach John King said of the importance of a strong start to the postseason.

"Theyre always hard to..read more.

BY THE NUMBERS: WEST MESQUITE
November 5th, 2022

LoboHistory.com takes a by-the-numbers look at Longview's game against the West Mesquite Wranglers on Thursday:

   10: Wins for the..read more.

FULL BOX SCORE AGAINST WEST MESQUITE
November 4th, 2022

Longview hosted West Mesquite on Thursday, November 3rd.

Click the following link to view the complete box score capturing Longview's 70-0 win at Lobo Stadium...read more.

PERFECT 10: LOBOS HAMMER WEST MESQUITE, 70-0
November 4th, 2022

Longview had to play a Thursday game for the second straight week due to a rainy Friday forecast, but it still breezed to a 70-0 regular season finale win against West Mesquite and earned its third undefeated regular season since 2018.

The Lobos improved their overall season record to 10-0 and their District 7-5A Division I mark to 7-0. They will host either Barbers Hill, Crosby or Porter in a Class 5A Division I bi-district home game next week.

West Mesquite, meanwhile, finished...read more.

WEEK ELEVEN: LONGVIEW VS WEST MESQUITE
November 4th, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the West Mesquite Wranglers from Lobo Stadium in the 3rd meeting between the two schools, at 7:30 PM on Friday, November 4th.

Longview won the last meeting, 56-28. The Lobos lead the series, 2-0-0.

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WEEK ELEVEN: LOBOS VS WRANGLERS
November 3rd, 2022

Longview (9-0, 6-0) vs. West Mesquite (3-6, 0-6)

When/Where: 7 p.m. Thursday/Lobo Stadium

Coaches

Longview: John King (205-44 in 19 seasons at Longview)

West Mesquite: Frank Sandoval (6-23 in 2 seasons at West Mesquite)...read more.

MOVED AGAIN: LOBOS TO TAKE ON WRANGLERS ON THURSDAY
November 1st, 2022

Longview High School head football coach and athletic director John King announced this morning that Friday's regular season finale has been moved from Friday to Thursday due to expected inclement weather.

Kickoff against West Mesquite is now set for 7 p.m. Thursday at Lobo Stadium.

It marks the second week in a...read more.

DISTRICT TITLE IN HAND, LOBOS WANT TO FINISH STRONG
October 28th, 2022

Due to Friday's expected storms, Longview had to play the 99th edition of its rivalry series with Tyler on a short week. But, it still enjoyed a special evening at Tyler ISD's Christus Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium on Thursday.

The Lobos received important performances from multiple players during a complete team effort that guided them to a 42-3 road victory in District 7-5A Division I play, and their first district championship since the 2019 season.

"We've met all of our ...read more.

LOBOS EARN DISTRICT CROWN WITH 42-3 WIN OVER TYLER
October 28th, 2022

Longview matched up with rival Tyler in the schools' 99th football meeting on Thursday night, and left Christus Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium with a 42-3 road district victory.

The Lobos improved to 9-0 on the season, and 6-0 in District 7-5A Division I play, and are now 53-39-7 in the rivalry series since 1912. They also earned the district championship, and clinched a first-round home game at Lobo Stadium during the Class 5A Division I bi-district round in two weeks.

Before Longview can focus on...read more.

WEEK TEN: LONGVIEW AT TYLER
October 27th, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the Tyler Lions from Earl Campbell Field at Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium in the 99th meeting between the two schools, at 7:00 PM on Thursday, October 27th.

Longview won the last meeting, 52-39-7. The Lobos lead the series, 52-39-7.

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WEEK TEN: LOBOS AT LIONS
October 26th, 2022

Longview (8-0, 5-0) vs. Tyler (2-6, 2-3)

When/Where: 7 p.m. Thursday/Earl Campbell Field at Christus Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium, 609 Fair Park Drive, Tyler 75701

Coaches

Longview: John King

Tyler: Ricklan Holmes...read more.

LONGVIEW AT TYLER MOVED TO THURSDAY
October 26th, 2022

Because of the threat of inclement weather, the date of this week's football game between Longview and Tyler High has been been changed.

The top-ranked Lobos and Lions will now meet on Thursday at Christus Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled or 7 p.m.

Sub-varsity games have...read more.

BY THE NUMBERS: MCKINNEY NORTH
October 23rd, 2022

LoboHistory.com takes a by-the-numbers look at Longview's game against the McKinney North Bulldgs on Friday:

22: Consecutive playoff berths for..read more.

FULL BOX SCORE AGAINST MCKINNEY NORTH
October 23rd, 2022

Longview hosted McKinney North on Friday, October 21st.

Click the following link to view the complete box score capturing Longview's 49-7 win at Lobo Stadium...read more.

LONGVIEW GETS REVENGE ON MCKINNEY NORTH, 49-7
October 22nd, 2022

Longview trailed early, but used a strong finish to the game to earn a 49-7 home district win against McKinney North at Lobo Stadium on Friday night.

The Lobos improved their season record to 8-0 and their District 7-5A Division I record to 5-0, while the Bulldogs dropped their respective marks to 6-2 and 3-2.

McKinney North received the...read more.

WEEK NINE: LONGVIEW VS MCKINNEY NORTH
October 21st, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the McKinney North Bulldogs from Lobo Stadium in the 3rd meeting between the two schools, at 7:30 PM on Friday, October 21st.

McKinney North won the last meeting, 37-35. The series is tied, 1-1-0.

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LOBOS ONLY FOCUSED ON MCKINNEY NORTH
October 20th, 2022

Longview has reached the second half of the 2022 District 7-5A Division I football schedule, and plans to continue its success against a quality McKinney North opponent in Friday’s 7:30 p.m. home game at Lobo Stadium.

"Find a way to be 1-0,"" Longview athletic director and head football coach John King said of his team's focus this week. "I feel like if we win this ball game, we secure our playoff spot, and possibly a high seed and home playoff game. No game’s bigger than this one."

Longview may be the only...read more.

FULL BOX SCORE AGAINST NORTH MESQUITE
October 15th, 2022

Longview hosted Forney on Friday, October 14th.

Click the following link to view the complete box score capturing Longview's 42-19 win at Mesquite Memorial Stadium..read more.

LOBOS OVERCOME NORTH MESQUITE, 42-19
October 15th, 2022

Longview had to play without running backs Taylor Tatum and Alijah Johnson due to injuries during Friday night's District 7-5A Division I road game against North Mesquite at Mesquite Memorial Stadium, but other players stepped up to help the Lobos pull away in a 42-19 win.

That's why the Lobos improved to 7-0 on the season, and 4-0 in league play. Meanwhile, the Stallions dropped to 2-5 and 1-3 respectively.

"It's what the ...read more.

WEEK EIGHT: LONGVIEW AT NORTH MESQUITE
October 14th, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the North Mesquite Stallions from Mesquite Memorial Stadium in the 16th meeting between the two schools, at 7:00 PM on Friday, October 14th.

Longview won the last meeting, 55-0. The Lobos lead the series, 12-3-0.

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BY THE NUMBERS: LOBOS VS TIGERS
October 9th, 2022

LoboHistory.com takes a by-the-numbers look at Longview's game against the Forney Jackrabbits on Friday:

615: Total yards for the Lobos on..read more.

FULL BOX SCORE AGAINST FORNEY
October 8th, 2022

Longview hosted Forney on Friday, October 7th.

Click the following link to view the complete box score capturing Longview's 46-7 win at Lobo Stadium..read more.

LOBOS CLAIM TOP SPOT IN DISTRICT IN DOMINATING WIN OVER FORNEY
October 8th, 2022

Longview outhustled Forney at Lobo Stadium on Friday night, and leaned on a 46-7 win to move into the first-place spot of the District 7-5A Division I standings with four games to play in the 2022 regular season.

Longview improved its season record to 6-0 and district record to 3-0, while Forney dropped its respective marks to 4-2 and 2-1. The Lobos also earned their 81st winning football season during their first-ever matchup with the Jackrabbits.

"Tonight's win, we came out and...read more.

WEEK SEVEN: LONGVIEW VS FORNEY
October 7th, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the Forney Jackrabbits from Lobo Stadium in the 1st meeting between the two schools, at 7:30 PM on Friday, October 7th.

This will be the first meeting between the two schools.

You can view this week's game thread and full game preview by...Smoaky.com or 6ATXFootball.com.

WEEK SEVEN: JACKRABBITS AT LOBOS
October 7th, 2022

Time: 7:30 p.m. Friday

Stadium: Lobo Stadium, 3012 Airline Road, Longview, 75605

Coaches

Longview: John King

Forney: Jeff Fleener.read more.

LOBOS BACK IN ACTION AFTER BYE WEEK
October 7th, 2022

The Longview Lobos were awarded a much-needed bye week after a successful first half of the season, and now their refreshed group is ready to jump back into the tough District 7-5A Division I slate.

Longview spent its bye week practice time building on season success, and working through areas that still need some polishing.

"We always focus on.read more.

BY THE NUMBERS: LOBOS VS TIGERS
September 27th, 2022

LoboHistory.com takes a by-the-numbers look at Longview's game against the Lancaster Tigers on Friday:

189: Point differential five games into the season in favor of..read more.

LOBOS FINALLY TESTED IN 21-13 WIN OVER LANCASTER
September 26th, 2022

Longview cruised through the first four games of the 2022 season, and used Friday's mid-season test to prepare for the rest of the year.

The Lobos overpowered their first four opponents, but they had to hold off a feisty Lancaster team in Friday's 21-13 District 7-5A Division I home victory at Lobo Stadium.

"It didn't hurt us," Longview athletic director and head football coach John King said of the battle his team was..read more.

FULL BOX SCORE AGAINST LANCASTER
September 25th, 2022

Longview hosted Lancaster on Friday, September 23rd.

Click the following link to view the complete box score capturing Longview's 21-13 win at Lobo Stadium..read more.

LONGVIEW RALLIES PAST LANCASTER, 21-13
September 24th, 2022

Longview struggled to find its footing in the first half, and trailed after the first and second quarters, but leaned on a strong Taylor Tatum rushing attack to bounce back and earn an important 21-13 District 7-5A Division I win on Friday night at Lobo Stadium.

Tatum produced 114 of his 188 rushing yards, 16 of his 26 carries, and both of his touchdowns in the second half to help Longview improve its overall season record to 5-0 and district record to 2-0. Meanwhile, Lancaster dropped its respective marks to 3-2 and 1-1.

"We were down at...read more.

WEEK FIVE: LONGVIEW VS LANCASTER
September 23rd, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the Lancaster Tigers from Lobo Stadium in the 4th meeting between the two schools, at 7:30 PM on Friday, September 23rd.

Longview won the last meeting, 34-14. The Lobos lead the series, 3-0-0.

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WEEK FIVE: TIGERS AT LOBOS
September 23rd, 2022

Time: 7:30 p.m. Friday

Stadium: Lobo Stadium, 3012 Airline Road, Longview, 75605

Coaches

Longview: John King

Lancaster: Leon Paul..read more.

BY THE NUMBERS: LOBOS AT PANTHERS
September 18th, 2022

LoboHistory.com takes a by-the-numbers look at Longview's game against the Lufkin Panthers on Friday:

500: Total yards by the Lobos on ..read more.

FULL STATS AGAINST LUFKIN
September 17th, 2022

Longview traveled to Lufkin on Friday, September 16th

Click the following link to view the complete box score capturing Longview's 56-7 win at Abe Martin Stadium...read more.

LOBOS POUND PACK: #1 LONGVIEW ROLLS LUFKIN, 56-7
September 17th, 2022

Longview traveled to Abe Martin Stadium on Friday night, and ran past rival Lufkin in a 56-7 district-opening road win.

The Lobos improved their 2022 season record to 4-0 and their District 7-5A Division I record to 1-0. They also moved to 44-37-4 all-time against the Panthers, who dropped to 3-1 and 0-1 respectively this year.

Longview leaned heavily on its...read more.

WEEK FOUR: LONGVIEW AT LUFKIN
September 16th, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the Lufkin Panthers from John Outlaw Memorial Field at Abe Martin Stadium in the 85th meeting between the two schools, at 7:30 PM on Friday, September 16th.

Longview won the last meeting, 41-5. The Lobos lead the series, 43-37-4.

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7-5A DIVISION I PLAY BEGINS
September 15th, 2022

We've finally reached the point of the 2022 high school football season where non-district tune-ups are officially in the rearview mirror for some teams, and games start to count toward year-long goals.

It may be early, but that hasn't prevented District 7-5A Division I members from making the necessary noise to put the state of Texas on notice.

Leading the group into..read more.

BY THE NUMBERS: LOBOS AT RED RAIDERS
September 12th, 2022

LoboHistory.com takes a by-the-numbers look at Longview's game against the Tyler Legacy Red Raiders on Friday:

200: Career wins by John King, the first ever..read more.

JOHN KING HITS 200 AND COUNTING
September 11th, 2022

Longview athletic director and head football coach John King earned his 200th career coaching win on Friday with a 69-0 Lobo win against Tyler Legacy in Tyler. A look at King's Lobo career:

- 200-43: John King's record at Longview High School since he became the program's head coach before the 2004 season.

- 98-9: Longview's district record under..read more.

NO. 200 IS A SNAP: LOBOS ROLL PAST RED RAIDERS, 69-0
September 10th, 2022

Longview's football team couldn't have scripted a better plan for head football coach John King's 200th career head coaching victory.

The Lobos improved to 200-43 since King took over the program before the 2004 season when they produced a 69-0 road win against Tyler Legacy at CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium in the 63rd installment of the teams' football series.

Longview also improved its...read more.

WEEK THREE: LONGVIEW AT TYLER LEGACY
September 9th, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the Tyler Legacy Red Raiders from Earl Campbell Field at Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium in the 63rd meeting between the two schools, at 7:00 PM on Friday, September 9th.

Longview won the last meeting, 46-20. The Lobos lead the series, 46-14-2.

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WEEK THREE: LOBOS AT RED RAIDERS
September 9th, 2022

Longview (2-0) vs. Tyler Legacy (1-1)

Time: 7 p.m. Friday

Stadium: CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium, 609 Fair Park Drive, Tyler 75702

Coaches

Longview: John King (199-44 in 19 seasons at Longview)

Tyler Legacy: Joe Willis (13-13 in 3 seasons at Tyler Legacy..read more.

LEGACY SET FOR HOMECOMING AGAINST NO. 1 LONGVIEW
September 8th, 2022

Coaches don't often put much stock into rankings and don’t always agree with them.

There is one ranking Tyler Legacy head football coach Joe Willis doesn’t have an argument against, though.

That is Longview being ranked..read more.

BY THE NUMBERS: LOBOS VS MAVERICKS
September 5th, 2022

LoboHistory.com takes a by-the-numbers look at Longview's game against the Marshall Mavericks on Friday:

   4: Passing touchdowns by..read more.

LOBOS ROLL OVER MAVERICKS, 48-11
September 3rd, 2022

Longview used a strong second quarter to overcome an early homecoming battle with Marshall on Friday, and set up its 48-11 win in the 112th edition of the longtime rivalry series.

The Lobos improved to 65-42-5 against the Mavericks, and 21-1 since 2001. They also improve to 2-0 in 2022, while the Mavs dropped to 1-1.

"They're hard to...read more.

WEEK TWO: LONGVIEW VS MARSHALL
September 2nd, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the Marshall Mavericks from Lobo Stadium in the 112th meeting between the two schools, at 7:30 PM on Friday, September 2nd.

Longview won the last meeting, 14-0. The Lobos lead the series, 64-42-5.

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WEEK TWO: LOBOS VS MAVERICKS
September 2nd, 2022

Game of the Week: Longview (1-0) vs. Marshall (1-0)

Time: 7:30 p.m. Friday

Stadium: Lobo Stadium, 3012 Airline Road, Longview, 75605

Coaches

Longview: John King (198-44 in 19 seasons at Longview)

Marshall: Jack Alvarez (1-0 in 1 season at Marshall)...read more.

LOBOS, MAVS SET TO MEET FOR 112TH TIME
September 1st, 2022

We're closing in on the matchup that we've all waited a year to watch. That, of course, is longtime rivals Longview and Marshall squaring off on the gridiron for the 112th time on Friday night.

The series began in 1909 when the two East Texas towns 23 miles apart on U.S. Highway 80 started scheduling a near-annual matchup between their local high school football teams.

Longview currently leads...read more.

TOP 10 GAMES OF LONGVIEW VS MARSHALL
August 31st, 2022

This season marks the 112th meeting between the Longview Lobos and the Marshall Mavericks.

In a series that dates back to 1909, the two squads have met every season since 1933. Holding a 64-42-5 series advantage, Longview has seen a long run of dominance over their rivals to the east but that's not to say there hasn't been plenty of battles of the years. The two schools have met nine times for a district crown over the years, with plenty other up and down battles.

Here's a list of the top 10 Longview/Marshall meetings of all time...read more.

BY THE NUMBERS: LOBOS AT BRONCOS
August 29th, 2022

LoboHistory.com takes a by-the-numbers look at Longview's game at McKinney Boyd on Friday:

2: Receiving touchdowns by...read more.

LOBOS ROLL PAST BOYD IN OPENER, 36-10
August 27th, 2022

Longview struggled in its lone trip to McKinney ISD Stadium during the 2021 season, but used a fast start and strong finish in Friday's THSCA Kickoff Classic to earn its first season-opening win since 2019.

The Lobos scored on their first two drives of the game, and shut out McKinney Boyd in the second half to pull out a 36-10 road victory. They will bring a 1-0 season record to next Friday's home opener against rival Marshall at Lobo Stadium. The game's kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

"They did some good things," Longview athletic director and head football coach...read more.

WEEK ONE: LONGVIEW VS MCKINNEY BOYD
August 26th, 2022

Next Game: Longview will take on the McKinney Boyd Broncos from McKinney ISD Stadium in the 2nd meeting between the two schools, at 7:30 PM on Friday, August 26th.

Longview won the last meeting, 27-10. The Lobos lead the series, 1-0-0.

You can view this week's game thread and full game preview by...Smoaky.com or 6ATXFootball.com.

LOBOS GET FINAL TEST AGAINST TEXAS HIGH
August 19th, 2022

Longview's football program faced an important test during its home scrimmage against Texas High at Lobo Stadium on Thursday night, and it provided a roadmap for things to work on before the 2022 Texas high school football season starts next week.

"I think we had a good scrimmage," said Longview athletic director and head football coach John King. "Texas High is a good football team. They were good in the line of scrimmage. That was a good test. And they got good skill people. You can evaluate your football team, where you're at, and what you need to work on and improve on to win next week."

The opportunity to face an opponent like...read more.

LOBOS SET TO HOST TEXAS HIGH IN SCRIMMAGE
August 17th, 2022

Longview's football program has been preparing to face competition all offseason, and it has finally reached the point of the calendar where it'll be able to show off its progress.

That's because the Longview Lobos are hosting a home scrimmage against longtime foe Texas High on Thursday at Lobo Stadium.

"We had two physical practices on...read more.

LOBO FOOTBALL ON TRACK FOR SEASON
August 16th, 2022

The Longview High School football program returned to work last week and jumped at the opportunity to show off its progress at Lobo Stadium during its annual intrasquad scrimmage on Saturday morning.

The team spent most of the week in non-contact activities, but ended the stretch with some competition.

"I think the attention and conditioning has been good," Longview athletic director and head football coach John King said of...read more.

LOBOS ENTER SEASON AS TOP RANKED TEAM
August 7th, 2022

It is common for eyes across Texas to be locked on the Longview High School football program, and that will still be the case as it enters the season as the top-rated team.

The Longview Lobos are familiar with high expectations, and this year is no different.

Their strong returning lineup will consist of ...read more.

HOUSTONG TO BE THE RADIO VOICE OF LOBO FOOTBALL
August 6th, 2022

Alpha Media East Texas Sports Director, Harlen The Sports Guy announced on Friday that longtime East Texas sports personality Bryan Houston will take over as the football voice for the Longview Lobos on 106.5 KOOI JACK-fm.

Houston will join color commentator Johnny Vaughn this season for all live Longview Lobo radio broadcasts. Houston will replace Brent Taylor as the play-by-play voice of the Longview Lobos, who steps down after a legendary broadcasting career, which includes over 500 games called including four state championship games, and the 2018 state championship for the Lobos.

"Bryan is an...read more.

LOBOS END SPRING DRILLS WITH GREEN/WHITE GAME
May 16th, 2022

The annual Longview High School Green And White Game took place at Lobo Stadium on Monday night, and there were plenty of things to reflect on before the team begins its summer workouts.

"Defensively, we flew around, came away with some turnovers, and looked pretty good," said Longview athletic director and head football coach John King. "Offensively, we were hit and miss, and too inconsistent."

"But, I feel like we have...read more.

LOBOS SET FOR ANNUAL GREEN/WHITE GAME
May 14th, 2022

Longview High School's football program trained hard during its spring practices since April 25, and is ready to show off its work and progress at this week's spring football game.

The annual Green and White Game will be a great opportunity for fans to watch the Lobos before their 24 summer workouts, and both their preseason scrimmage against Texas High and season opener at McKinney Boyd in August. Monday's event is scheduled to start at 5 p.m., and will take place at Lobo Stadium.

"I'd like to see us ...read more.

FORMER LOBO TRAVIN HOWARD ALWAYS IN RIGHT PLACE AT RIGHT TIME
February 13th, 2022

My answer usually surprises people.

From podcasts to the barber shop to the line at the grocery store, I was often asked who was my favorite Longview Lobo football player I covered during my time at the News-Journal.

There are so many to choose from - from stories of overcoming adversity or fulfilling a childhood promise to...read more.

2022 UIL REALIGNMENT: REVIEWING 8-5A DIVISION I
February 5th, 2022

The 2022-2023 football season's biggest shock came in the way of the UIL's biannual realignment. Moving into Region II, sending College Station, A&M Consolidated and both Magnolia ISD schools to Region II, are 9 teams the Lobos have absolutely zero history with.

The nine schools that will compose the new District 8-5A Divsiion I are Baytown Goose Creek Memorial, Baytown Lee, Baytown Sterling, Crosby, Humble Kingwood Park, La Porte, Mont Belvieu Barbers Hill, New Caney Porter and Port Arthur Memorial.

None of the 9 have ever been...read more.

2022 UIL REALIGNMENT: REVIEWING 8-5A DIVISION I
February 5th, 2022

The 2022-2023 football season's biggest shock came in the way of the UIL's biannual realignment. Moving into Region II, sending College Station, A&M Consolidated and both Magnolia ISD schools to Region II, are 9 teams the Lobos have absolutely zero history with.

The nine schools that will compose the new District 8-5A Divsiion I are Baytown Goose Creek Memorial, Baytown Lee, Baytown Sterling, Crosby, Humble Kingwood Park, La Porte, Mont Belvieu Barbers Hill, New Caney Porter and Port Arthur Memorial.

None of the 9 have ever been...read more.

2022 UIL REALIGNMENT: SHOCKS AND REVIEWS
February 3rd, 2022

Every two years, it's a cycle of emotions. Some teams are elated. Some..less so. All due to the UIL Realignment that sets the stage for the next two seasons in football, baseball and other sports across the Texas High School landscape.

For Longview, an expectation of going west to the Metroplex has been a...read more.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR AS REALIGNMENT DAY APPROACHES
February 2nd, 2022

One of the most important days on the Texas high school sports calendar will occur on Thursday, when the University Interscholastic League hosts its biennial Realignment Day.

Schools across Texas will find out their athletic region and district homes, and league opponents for the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school years at 9 a.m. Central Time at the various Regional Education Service Centers across Texas.

Here's a look at what area...read more.

LOBOS LOSE HEARTBREAKER TO DENTON RYAN, 37-33
November 27th, 2021

Longview met Denton Ryan for the third time in 11 months, and Saturday's meeting was the second Class 5A Division I Region II semifinal battle between the two teams at Mesquite Memorial Stadium during that stretch.

The Lobos fought until the end - finishing Saturday's game on a late 19-3 run - but they suffered a 37-33 season-ending defeat. Longview finishes the 2021 season with a 9-4 record, and drops to 0-3 all-time against the Raiders, who improve their season record to 12-1 and advance to next week's regional final against College Station.

"It's heartbreaking and...read more.