By Michael Boren 
Frisco High School 

FRISCO, Tex. -- Last week, Troy Esprit enjoyed his first victory as a head coach. This week, it was the Frisco Thunder's first victory over the Katy Ruff Riders that left Esprit pleased. 

After being swept by Katy last year, the Thunder's 66-63 victory over the Ruff Riders was a big victory.

"I know a lot of the guys that are here from last season were really wanting to get a W, because of the two losses against Katy last season," said Esprit.

Wide receiver Richard Morris provided much of the juice to the Thunder offense with 14 catches for 150 
yards and three touchdowns.. 

Morris said his strategies coming into this game were similar to the ones he had for last Saturday's game against San Angelo. 

"It was no different; we came, we scored. That's our strategy," said Morris.

After the Thunder gained a healthy lead in the middle of the second half, the Ruff Riders came roaring back to tie the game up with less than 30 seconds left in the fourth. Yet, Morris and the offense got the ball down the field in just enough time to kick a field goal for the win.

"I just give all thanks to the coaches and receivers and the quarterback," said Morris.