CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Ray Texans ended a five-year playoff drought last season under head coach Craig Charlton. Despite having a young offense, they have plenty of playing experience last season.

"I've told the kids this," said Ray head coach Craig Charlton. "It started with the playoff run, but it went all the way through offseason and it went in through the summer. It was the best summer we've had in years."

The Texans are projected to earn another trip to playoffs this fall, sitting four in UIL District 14-5A DII's preseason poll. Junior quarterback Tripp Thompson will be surrounded by offensive talent.

"Running back we've got Brian McCullum coming back," said Thompson. "He's also got the same experience coming back. Then we've got my tight end coming back. Last year he played

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