In the heart of the Memphis area, Houston High School's football team is making waves this season, and here’s why you should be paying attention.

Kicking off their 2024-2025 campaign, the Houston High School Mustangs have shown they are a force to be reckoned with. Their season opener against Briarcrest Christian School set the tone with a resounding 45-3 victory. This was followed by a Thursday night win against Desoto Central in Mississippi, where they secured a 38-21 triumph.

The Mustangs continued their winning streak with a nail-biting 36-30 victory over Germantown High School, a game that lived up to its billing as a showdown between two strong teams. They further solidified their position with a dominant 42-3 win against Cordova High School[1].

However, no season is without its challenges. The Mustangs faced their first loss against Whitehaven High School, going down 14-21. Another tough outing followed with a 13-35 loss to Tupelo, Mississippi. Yet, the team bounced back with a convincing 33-14 win over Bartlett High School[1].

As of now, Houston High School stands with a respectable 5-2 record, and their upcoming games are highly anticipated. They are set to face Arlington High School on October 10 and White Station High School on October 24, both of which are Thursday night matches. Their final regular season game against Collierville High School on November 1 promises to be an exciting finale to their regular season schedule[1].

The team's resilience and determination have not gone unnoticed. The Commercial Appeal has highlighted several of the Memphis area's top high school football players, and Houston High School is well-represented among them. Players like Chandler Day have been recognized as top athletes of the week, a testament to the team's strong performance[2].

As the season heats up, fans are eagerly awaiting the final stretches and the potential playoff run for the Houston High School Mustangs. With their current record and the talent on display, this team is certainly one to watch in the Memphis high school football scene.