Williams-Callis Runs Wild as Randle Outlasts Iowa Colony in Instant Classic
ROSENBERG – For a matchup billed as one of the state’s best, Richmond Randle and Iowa Colony delivered a game that lived up to every ounce of hype. In a night packed with turnovers, big plays, and wild swings, it was Landen Williams-Callis who stole the show, powering the Lions to a 49-42 thriller over the Pioneers on Thursday at Traylor Stadium.
Randle’s Star Takes Over
Williams-Callis, already considered one of the top running backs in the nation, had a night for the ages. The junior racked up six rushing touchdowns, including the game-winner with 1:14 left – a 27-yard burst that sent the Lions’ sideline into chaos. He finished with well over 200 yards, showcasing both bruising power and breakaway speed.
Chaos from the Start
If fans expected a slow build, they didn’t get it. Iowa Colony jumped all over Randle in the first quarter, capitalizing on three consecutive fumbles by the Lions. Quarterback Carson White turned each mistake into points, tossing touchdowns to Ian Hill and Jayden Warren before muscling in a rushing score of his own. Just like that, the Pioneers led 21-0 before the Lions could catch their breath.
But Randle clawed back. A short touchdown run from Williams-Callis and a strike from Tyler Skrabanek to Cedrick McClintock evened things at 21 apiece by halftime.
Trading Blows
The second half turned into a back-and-forth slugfest. Randle grabbed its first lead late in the third quarter, only for White to respond with a 1-yard keeper. Then Williams-Callis answered right back with a 69-yard dash that left defenders grasping at air.
White wasn’t done – he scored again to tie it at 42 with under five minutes to play, keeping the Pioneers’ hopes alive.
But when it mattered most, Randle leaned on its workhorse. Williams-Callis broke free for his sixth touchdown to put the Lions up 49-42, and the defense sealed the deal with a clutch sack on fourth down in the final seconds.
Numbers That Mattered
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Landen Williams-Callis (Randle): 6 rushing TDs, game-breaking runs all night.
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Carson White (Iowa Colony): 4 total TDs (2 passing, 2 rushing), plus several clutch conversions.
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Turnovers: Randle fumbled three times in the first quarter alone but still stormed back.
What’s Next
The win pushes Richmond Randle to 5-0 and cements their spot among the state’s elite. Iowa Colony drops to 4-1, but their performance – and White’s playmaking – showed they’ll be a force in district play.
Bottom line: Randle’s depth and Williams-Callis’ brilliance were just enough to outlast Iowa Colony in a Texas high school football classic that fans won’t soon forget.
