The Boerne Greyhounds wrapped up a memorable football season with major recognition across District 13 5A Division II, highlighted by Brett Sawyer being named Coach of the Year in his first season as head coach.
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Sawyer stepped into the role following the departure of former head coach Che Hendrix, who left Boerne for a position at the University of Arkansas. After years as the Greyhounds’ defensive coordinator, Sawyer was promoted by Boerne ISD earlier this year and quickly made his mark.
The Greyhounds responded with an outstanding season, battling their way back to the state semifinals and establishing themselves once again as one of the top programs in the region. That team-wide success ultimately led to district recognition at multiple levels.
A SEASON DEFINED BY TEAM SUCCESS
Coach Sawyer’s Coach of the Year honor reflects more than just a strong debut season — it speaks to the collective effort of the entire Greyhounds program. From coaching staff to players, Boerne’s performance throughout the year showcased discipline, consistency, and resilience on both sides of the ball.
The Greyhounds’ deep playoff run and competitive play week after week set the tone for a season that delivered results when it mattered most.
PLAYERS OF THE YEAR & ALL-DISTRICT HONOREES ANNOUNCED
Boerne players also claimed the district’s top individual awards. Grant Sweeney was named Offensive Player of the Year after a dominant season under center, while Blake Burkholder earned Defensive Player of the Year honors for anchoring a Greyhound defense that consistently shut down opponents.
In addition to the top awards, Boerne was heavily represented across the All-District teams:
All-District First Team
Johnny Waters (OL), Aidan Riebel (C), Zayden Biela (OL), Will Traylor (WR), Kole Traylor (S), Jake Perez (DB), Hadden Silva (LB), Cash Gatlin (DL), Beau Dayoc (TE), Eli Nikolas (WR), Cooper Thompson (LB)
All-District Second Team
Zachry Freasier (WR), Trysten Biela (OL), Rory Hotchkin (DL), Logan Lewis (DL), Robert Estes (LB), Jeff Morrison (RB), Callan Combs (RB), Bobby J. Wilkinson (DB), Ben Bays (LB)
All-District Honorable Mention
Brock Hierholzer (WR), Ryan Castro (DL), Diego Jimenez (K), CJ Smith (DB), Hudson Bruce (LB), Jacob Hicks (WR), Parker Young (OL), Ronald Smith (LB)
With district awards spanning coaching, offense, defense, and every level of the roster, the Greyhounds’ postseason recognition reflects a complete team effort. It was a season that showcased Boerne’s depth, development, and continued place among the area’s elite football programs.
Congratulations to Coach Brett Sawyer, the Players of the Year, and all All-District honorees on an incredible season. The awards reflect a program firing on all cylinders — and a team that gave Boerne plenty to be proud of this year.