The Dripping Springs boys soccer team utilized strong defense to upend the Crockett Cougars in a 2-0 shutout Friday.

By virtue of the win, Dripping Springs (11-2-7, 6-1-2) is now three points ahead in first place and gathered some breathing room with only a handful of contests remaining.

“You can beat or lose to any team in this district and you can see that by the standings,” Dripping Springs head coach Josh Hill said. “It’s probably the only one in this Austin district ...