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Football Earns 15 Honors From All-District Meetings

| By: BLHS Sports Information
DALLAS — The TAPPS Division I Regional Finalist Bishop Lynch football team was well-represented on the 2025 All-District Football Team, earning 15 total selections as announced by the league office on Wednesday.

Freshman phenom Zach Williams was named Co-Offensive Player of the Year and First Team All-District at wide receiver after a record-shattering debut season in the Black & White.

Williams was the lone offensive player to earn First Team honors, while Diego Chavez, Matias Leon, and Ishmael Muhammad collected Second Team All-District selections. Akani Cruz Berrios, Nick Payne, and Ethan Perkins rounded out the offensive awards with Honorable Mention nods.

Defensively, Ethan Perkins and Asher Wheatley each earned First Team All-District honors. Stephen Kilany and Nick Payne added Second Team recognition, while Alex Finley, Luke Hammonds, and Mason Schopfer secured Honorable Mention honors.

Zach Williams burst onto the Texas high school football scene in historic fashion. The freshman shattered the Bishop Lynch single-season records for receiving yards (1,322) and receptions (88) and tied the program's single-season receiving touchdown mark (14). He also added two kickoff-return touchdowns and one rushing touchdown to his résumé. 

OFFENSIVE ALL-DISTRICT HONORS

Diego Chavez — Second Team
A cornerstone of the Friar offensive line since arriving on campus, the senior captain anchored a unit that powered Bishop Lynch to averages of 249 yards passing, 162 yards rushing, and 35 points per game. Primarily the starting center, Chavez moved wherever he was needed to stabilize the offense.

Matias Leon — Second Team
Leon delivered one of the greatest quarterback seasons in school history. The senior broke the Bishop Lynch single-season passing record with 2,968 yards, tossing 32 touchdowns while adding 269 rushing yards and two scores on the ground.

Ishmael Muhammad — Second Team
The Wyoming commit showcased his versatility all season. Primarily a tight end, Muhammad transitioned to running back late in the season due to injuries, finishing with 43 receptions for 493 yards and two touchdowns, along with 380 rushing yards and three scores.

Akani Cruz Berrios — Honorable Mention
Despite missing time due to injury, the junior transfer from Plano led the Friars in rushing with 906 yards and 13 touchdowns, averaging an impressive 6.5 yards per carry.

Nick Payne — Honorable Mention
A dynamic offensive weapon, Payne ranked second on the team in receiving yards (586) and touchdowns (10), and third in receptions (38). He also added 71 rushing yards.

Ethan Perkins — Honorable Mention
Though used sparingly on offense, Perkins made the most of his touches, recording 14 receptions for 320 yards and three touchdowns.

DEFENSIVE ALL-DISTRICT HONORS

Ethan Perkins — First Team
Perkins spent most of his season locking down opposing receivers as the Friars' shutdown corner. He led the team with 21 pass breakups, adding 60 tackles and one interception.

Asher Wheatley — First Team
The senior captain capped his Bishop Lynch career with his second All-District selection and first First Team honor. Wheatley led the Friars in sacks (3.0) and tackles for loss (8.0), finishing with 57 total tackles and a fumble recovery.

Nick Payne — Second Team
Payne excelled as a two-way standout for the second time in his career. Defensively, he posted a team-high three interceptions, along with 10 pass breakups and 71 tackles.

Stephen Kilany — Second Team
In a breakout varsity season, Kilany became one of the Friars' most disruptive defensive linemen. He totaled 50 tackles, including 8.0 for loss, and added multiple sacks.

Alex Finley — Honorable Mention
A crucial anchor in the middle of the defense, Finley finished second on the team with 106 tackles, adding 1.0 tackle for loss and four pass breakups.

Luke Hammonds — Honorable Mention
In his first season with significant varsity action, the senior captain immediately made an impact at safety. He finished third on the team with 73 tackles and ranked second with 13 pass breakups, adding one interception and 2.0 tackles for loss.

Mason Schopfer — Honorable Mention
A versatile defensive presence, Schopfer contributed both as a pass rusher and in coverage. He recorded 71 tackles, 4.0 tackles for loss, multiple sacks, and a fumble-recovery touchdown.
 

2025 Division I-District 1 All-District Team

Co-MVP: Jaylen Pile, Parish Episcopal & Quinn Murphy, Liberty Christian
Co-Offensive MVP: Zach Williams, Bishop Lynch & Corell Buckhalter, Liberty Christian & Johnathon Phillips, Parish Episcopal
Defensive MVP: Sam Jones, Legacy Christian
Offensive Newcomer of the Year: Logan Lucero, Parish Episcopal
Defensive Newcomer of the Year: Braden Bixler, Prestonwood Christian
Coach of the Year: Daniel Novakov, Parish Episcopal

First Team Offense All-District

Offensive Lineman
Hunter Caudill, Parish Episcopal
Caanan Smith, Prestonwood
Jude Womack, Legacy Christian
Gavin Lavelle, Parish Episcopal
Trey Stunkel, Liberty Christian

Quarterback
Quinn Murphy, Liberty Christian

Running Back
Corell Buckhalter, Liberty Christian
William Taylor, Prestonwood
Marcus Hanish, Parish Episcopal 
Braden Bixler, Prestonwood

Wide Receiver
Jaylen Pile, Parish Episcopal 
Zach Williams, Bishop Lynch
David Kniffen, Prestonwood
Beckham Smith, Parish Episcopal

Tight End
AJ Morreale, Prestonwood

Athlete
Johnathon Phillips, Parish Episcopal

Kicker
Jack Drygas, Legacy Christian

First Team Defensive All-District

Defensive Line
Kailer Pettijohn, Prestonwood
Ndi Etta, Liberty Christian
Ben Rich, Parish Episcopal 
Asher Wheatley, Bishop Lynch
Eddie Brownstein, Prestonwood

Linebacker
Sam Jones, Legacy Christian
Cam Pettijohn, Prestonwood
Connor Corwin, Parish Episcopal 
Jett Haire, Liberty Christian
AJ Morreale, Prestonwood

Defensive Back
Ethan Perkins, Bishop Lynch
Kingston Thornton, Parish Episcopal 
Luke Langford, Liberty Christian
Luke Lineberger, Prestonwood
Trip Brown, Parish Episcopal

Punter
Trent Clarkson, Prestonwood

Second Team Offense All-District

Offensive Lineman
Abram Bengard, Prestonwood
Diego Chavez, Bishop Lynch
Brock Schelf, Prestonwood
Collin Kilgore, Trinity Christian
Colt Hillhouse, Prestonwood

Quarterback
Luke Glass, Prestonwood

Running Back
Jaxon McKinney, Parish Episcopal 
Campbell-Laible, Trinity Christian
Jaxon Ladd, Legacy Christian
Sam Jones, Legacy Christian

Wide Receiver
Chase Griffin, Trinity Christian
Graham Nixon, Liberty Christian
Brennan Baze, Legacy Christian
Siler Cooke, Parish Episcopal

Tight End
Ishmael Muhammad, Bishop Lynch

Athlete
Matias Leon, Bishop Lynch

Kicker
Jaxon Greene, Liberty

Second Team Defensive All-District

Defensive Line
Brooks Lloyd, Parish Episcopal 
Bubba Barnes, Legacy
Will Terry, Liberty Christian
Jaden Morris, Prestonwood
Stephen Kilany, Bishop Lynch

Linebacker
Ian Rigg, Parish Episcopal 
Cade Violi, Liberty Christian
Nile Cail, Parish Episcopal 
Ryan Janacek, Trinity Christian
Ty Gildea, Prestonwood

Defensive Back
Nick Payne, Bishop Lynch
Zyel Thornton, Liberty Christian
Jude Tredennick, Trinity Christian
Drew Burton, Parish Episcopal 
Landan Hollins, Prestonwood

Punter
Jack Drygas, Legacy Christian

Honorable Mention Offense All-District

Offensive Line
Brett Dopona, Parish Episcopal
Jayden Siebert, Liberty Christian
Grant Edwards, Legacy Christian
Andrew Lockey, Parish Episcopal 
Kaleb Kozloski, Prestonwood

Quarterback
Logan Lucero, Parish Episcopal

Running Back
Grayson Bowers, Parish Episcopal 
Akani Cruz Berrios, Bishop Lynch
Jack Caswell, Legacy Christian
Joseph Irvin, Nolan Catholic

Wide Receiver
Jio Darrishaw, Prestonwood
Nick Payne, Bishop Lynch
Jax Greene, Liberty Christian
Ethan Perkins, Bishop Lynch

Tight End
Will Ellis, Liberty Christian

Athlete
Luke Lawrence, Legacy Christian

Kicker
Trent Clarkson, Prestonwood

Honorable Mention Defense All-District

Defensive Line
Will Ellis, Liberty Christian
Brett Dopona, Parish Episcopal
Gabe Tyree, Prestonwood
Mason Schopfer, Bishop Lynch
Hudson Ingram, Trinity Christian

Linebacker
Alex Finley, Bishop Lynch
JT Kielblock, Legacy Christian
Walker Zolfo, Trinity Christian
Josh Bengard, Prestonwood
Jimmy Suter, Nolan Catholic

Defensive Back
Chris Bahnmiller, Legacy Christian
Luke Hammonds, Bishop Lynch
Oliver Bickel, Parish Episcopal
Tobias Jensen, Prestonwood
Chris Munster, Liberty Christian

Punter
Danny Cantarella, Nolan Catholic
 

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