Several local football standouts were recently named to the Texas High School Coaches Association Class 4A Academic All-State Team, which was released over the weekend.

Making First Team All-State were West Orange-Stark’s Paul Ivory and Kaleb Ramsey and Orangefield’s Zach Dischler.

Landing on the Second Team All-State Team were Bridge City’s Caleb DuBois and Orangefield’s Jacob Rainey.

Five players made Honorable Mention All-State and that includes WO-S’ Chad Dallas, Davien Teate and Jarron Morris along with Bridge City’s Josh Sanders and Blaze Montagne.

The THSCA Academic All-State Teams recognize high school athletes who excel in the following categories: GPA, class rank and ACT/SAT score. The students are being recognized as a team member based on their scores in these categories. We applaud them for their commitment and dedication to perform with the highest of excellence academically and on the field or court.