🏀 Borderland Teams Fall in Area Round Openers; Seven Still Alive Friday

EL PASO, Texas — It was a tough start to the Area Round for Borderland programs, as all four local teams in action Thursday were eliminated from postseason play. But the region still has a strong presence in the bracket, with seven teams set to compete Friday in hopes of advancing.

Thursday Area Round Results

❌ Mountain View High School falls to Randall

Randall controlled the tempo early and never let Mountain View settle, earning an 84–54 win to end the Lobos’ season. Despite the loss, Mountain View finishes with a strong year highlighted by a district championship share and 20+ wins.

❌ San Elizario High School falls to West Plains

West Plains’ defensive pressure proved too much in a 55–25 victory, closing the Eagles’ playoff run.

❌ Bowie High School falls to Seminole

Bowie battled but couldn’t overcome a strong Seminole squad in a 73–62 loss, ending a competitive postseason push.

❌ Eastlake High School falls to North Crowley

North Crowley’s size and depth made the difference in a 73–57 win, eliminating Eastlake.

Friday Area Round Matchups

Seven Borderland teams remain alive and will look to shift momentum back to the region.

🏀 Franklin High School vs. V.R. Eaton High School

4:00 PM

Franklin enters riding strong late-season momentum and will face a disciplined Eaton squad.

🏀 Eastwood High School vs. Mansfield High School

4:00 PM

Eastwood’s scoring ability will be tested against one of the state’s most physical programs.

🏀 Andress High School vs. Abilene Wylie High School

4:00 PM

Andress looks to continue its late-season resurgence.

🏀 Chapin High School vs. Tascosa High School

5:00 PM

A matchup featuring two disciplined defensive teams.

🏀 Americas High School vs. Amarillo High School

5:30 PM

Americas’ pressure defense could be a deciding factor.

🏀 Burges High School vs. Palo Duro High School

6:00 PM

Burges continues its push behind strong postseason momentum.

🏀 Clint High School vs. Pampa High School

6:00 PM

Clint aims to represent the 4A level with a strong showing.

Final Take

Thursday’s results were a reminder of the depth across Texas, but the Borderland still has multiple programs capable of making a deep run.

Friday could redefine the narrative.

Momentum shifts quickly in the postseason — and several El Paso teams still have the opportunity to bring it back home.

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