TYLER -- Center called its first timeout of the second half to establish momentum. The second to become a realistic threat. Its third in an attempt sustain a tying drive against East Texas' most dominant program since the start of the 2014 season.
Gilmer gave up touchdowns immediately following the Roughriders' first two timeouts in fourth-and-goal situations, but the defense held firm on fourth-and-9 from its own 39-yard line with 3:28 to play. That allowed Gilmer to reach the end zone a final time for a 36-21 victory Friday in the Class 4A Division II regional round at Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium in Tyler.