The Skyrockets won 11 consecutive games last season before losing to Class 1A Division I state champion Canadian in the regional round.

Despite the fact they were hit hard by graduation losses to key players in the offensive and defensive lines, Wellington should have enough firepower to defend its District 4-1A title.

Quarterback Westin Williams figures to be one of top players in the area, and is a threat to rush for more than 1,000 yards as well as throw for that many yards.

The Skyrockets early schedule should help them build confidence as they approach the district season.

Stats

2008 Record: 11-1 overall, 5-0 in District 4-1A. Defeated Boys Ranch, 24-12, in Class 1A Division I bidistrict; lost to Canadian, 55-20, in regional.

Returning Experience: 12 lettermen, six offensive and six defensive starters.

Players To Watch: Westin Williams, QB-DB; Sean Shipman, WR-DL; Layne Taylor, OL-DL; Jacob Weatherly, WR-DB; Caleb Baumgardner, TE-DL; Prentice Coffee, RB-LB; Matt Cummings, WR-DB.

Promising Newcomers: Blaine Stephens, OL-DL; Ethan Johnson, OL-DL.

Basic Offense: Spread.

Basic Defense: 50.

Keys To Success: The Skyrockets must replace most of the offensive and defensive lines as well as some talented receivers.

High School Enrollment: 170.

2008 JV Record: 6-3.

Playoff History: 1937 (regional), 1938 (regional champion), 1942 (regional), 1944 (regional), 1945 (regional), 1946 (regional), 1963, 1975, 1978, 1982 (regional), 1983, 1987, 1990 (regional), 1991 (quarterfinals), 1998, 2002, 2004, 2008 (regional).