Lake Travis wasted absolutely no time Thursday night, already up by two scores in the first quarter, but it was senior tight end Gage Prebenda-Wilson who truly put the game on ice early. Moving from the left side, then sprinting to the right corner of the goal line, he grabbed his first touchdown of the season after a brief bobble. That snag extended the Lake Travis lead to 21 points with just 2 minutes, 39 seconds left in the period, and set the tone for a monster night.
Prebenda-Wilson Dominated the 59-6 Blowout
The Lake Travis starting offense only played the first half in their District 25-6A opener, a brutal 59-6 blowout win against McNeil, who are now 0-4. But that was more than enough time for Prebenda-Wilson to show why he’s so crucial. The 6-2, 225-pound tight end pulled in three passes for 37 yards, including that early score. Plus, he put in a strong performance as a blocker, just smashing guys around. He’s committed to play FCS football at Columbia, and you can see why. He’s not just a receiver.
Versatility Is the Name of the Game
Prebenda-Wilson isn’t just a big body; he’s a clutch playmaker. After Lake Travis scored on their first offensive play, they faced a third-and-5 on their next drive. Prebenda-Wilson ran an out route, caught the ball for a 7-yard gain, and secured the first down. Running back Teddy Lofgren scored his first rushing touchdown on the very next play. Later, in the second quarter, Prebenda-Wilson caught a pass just two yards from the line of scrimmage and turned it into a 14-yard gain. That drive ended with Lofgren’s second touchdown, making it 31-0.
Lake Travis head coach Hank Carter didn’t mince words about his tight end, saying, “He’s critical.” Carter praised his blocking, his work in the “edge-perimeter passing game,” and his “great hands.” He added, “He’s a handful to bring down once he catches it. He’s a good player, really good player.” Prebenda-Wilson himself gets it: “Being a one-trick pony inevitably will be your downfall as a player.” He’s right; his all-around game helps the team the most and keeps him on the field.
Keep an eye on Prebenda-Wilson as Lake Travis rolls through their District 25-6A schedule. This kid is making waves by doing whatever the team needs.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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