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Tigerettes freshman Gracie Fitzgerald standing on second base waiting for the ball to be put in play. Photo by Cristina Jarosek
Tigerettes sink Pirates
THRALL – It only took three innings for the Thrall Tigerettes to take down the Chilton Pirates to capture their third win in district play. On Thursday, March 16, the Tigerettes defeated the Pirates by a score of 18-3 as they move back into fourth place in the district. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
Records made to be broken
Records made to be broken
Hello everyone and welcome back to the Huddle where today we will be discussing two of the most unbreakable records in sports and why they will be broken soon. Starting us off will be Wilt Chamberlin and his iconic single game record of 100-points in a game in the NBA. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
Lions senior Travis Burton delivering a strike to the Thrall batter. Photo by Larry Pelchat
Big third inning pushes Thrall past Granger
THRALL – The Thrall Tigers defeated the Granger Lions in the first district meeting of the season on Friday, March 17, at Tiger Stadium. The Tigers’ big third inning gave them just enough of an edge on the Lions to take an 11-6 win in the district matchup. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
The Pirates huddling together after the game for a post-game speech from their coach. Courtesy Photo
Taylor area youth baseball update
On a chilly Saturday morning, the Taylor Area Baseball and Softball (TABS) 6U Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Minnesota Twins with a 20-12 victory. The Pirates relied on their heavy hitting to help them secure a win, as they seemingly hit everything but singles. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
Lady Ducks senior Emma Whitsel jumping over a hurdle during her race on her way to second place. Courtesy Photo
Lady Ducks results from George Dixon relays
WACO – The Taylor Lady Ducks traveled to Waco La Vega to compete in the George Dixon Relays on Friday, March 17. The Lady Ducks had more than just the spirit of competition to deal with Friday as they were also fighting the cold weather throughout the relays. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
Selfies sought
Selfies sought
Here is your chance to be a Facebook star, and you could win a $100 gift card in the process. Granite Media Partners is hosting a selfie contest featuring our Taylor and Hutto digital TV screens with you as the star. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Taylor medalist and finalist Abby Aplin (left), Krista Randig, Trevor Wuensche, Rylee Michna, Maci Kennick, and Molli Kennick taking a picture together after the tournament. Courtesy Photo
Ducks have strong showing at home
The Taylor Ducks tennis team had the majority of their members compete for a medal at their home tournament. Rylee Michna won the girls single bracket for her 6th tournament win of the season. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Lions rolling early in district
Lions rolling early in district
BARTLETT – The Granger Lions took on the Bartlett Bulldogs in Bartlett Tuesday, March 14, and extended their district record to 2-0. The Lions defeated the Bulldogs 21-3 to get their second district win of the season, and as the score reflects, it was complete dominance from the Lions. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Lindsay O’Dell (left) and Addison Leschber posing for a picture together after playing their game against one another. Courtesy Photo
Alumni compete against one another
LOS ANGELES – In something you might see in a Hollywood script, two recent, local high school softball stars met again on the dirt diamond, only this time, it was 1,400 miles away. Lindsay O’Dell, fouryear Taylor Lady Ducks starting pitcher, and alltime strikeout leader, is now a freshman pitcher at Loyola Marymount University (LMU) in Los Angeles, California. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Hutto Lady Hippos’ new volleyball head coach Jessica Martinez stopped for a picture during her introduction ceremony. Courtesy Photo
Lady Hippos announces new volleyball coach
HUTTO – The Hutto Lady Hippos volleyball team will be under new leadership as they have announced a new head coach for the 2023 fall season. Jessica Martinez was recognized and introduced at the Hutto High School gym as the new volleyball head coach for the Lady Hippos. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Thrall Tennis team posing for a picture together. Elena Garcia (front left), Kinley Hoffman, Lilly O’Neil, Avery Ochoa, Julie Crabb, Sarah Laurence, and Aubrie Shuttles. Dawson Gilmore (back left), Cason Sledge, Jesus Garcia, Steven Walker, Payton Gilmore, Brady Branson, Ethan Dahl, and Te...
Thrall tennis team earns fourth place
WACO – The Thrall varsity tennis team competed in the Texas Tennis Coaches Association 2A and Under State Team Tennis Tournament this past weekend, March 10-11, in Waco, and came away with the fourth-place prize. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Tigerettes senior Miranda Richter battling and fighting through contact to grab a rebound. Photo by Larry Pelchat
Tigerettes’ earn all district honors
THRALL – The Thrall Tigerettes basketball team put together a solid season making a playoff run before being knocked out by Big Sandy. However, the Tigerettes showed that they may be a young group, but they are also loaded with talent on their roster. 03/15/2023 08:33 AM
Best baseball treats
Best baseball treats
Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Huddle. Today we will be discussing the three best baseball treats, since baseball season is now in full effect. 03/15/2023 08:33 AM
Anthony Sandoval looking to throw a strike as he delivers the pitch. Photo by Larry Pelchat
Tigers continue offensive assault
THRALL – Thrall’s bats have waged war on opposing pitchers this season. The Tigers, who are currently 7-3, have scored in double figures in seven of their 10 games, so far this season. That includes their first three games in the Thrall Invitational Tournament over the weekend. 03/15/2023 08:33 AM
Tigerettes sophomore third baseman Bri Jarosek getting under a fly ball and securing an out for her team. Courtesy Photo
Pokorny nohits Holland
HOLLAND – Thrall’s Miley Pokorny threw a no-hitter and Mikayla Velesquez drove in three runs on a pair of hits, to help power the Tigerettes (8-8-2 overall, 2-1 District 27-2A) to an 11-0, five-inning win over the Holland Lady Hornets (3-7, 0-2) Friday night. 03/15/2023 08:33 AM
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