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Abi Crouch (left) and Mattie Wilkie posing with their home runs balls after a win. Courtesy Photo
Lady Lions advance in playoffs
ROSEBUD – The Granger Lady Lions have advanced to the third round of the playoffs after defeating the Leon Cougars Friday, May 5. The Lady Lions gave up the Cougars’ lone run in the first inning and went on to win the game 11-1 in order to advance to the next round. 05/09/2023 10:38 PM
Isaac Lizardo utilized his speed by stealing a base. Photo by Larry Pelchat
Eagles fly past Lions
LAGO VISTA – The Granger Lions took on the Johnson City Eagles in the first round of the playoffs in a three-game series. The first game was played Thursday, May 4, and the second was played on Friday, May 5, both at Lago Vista High School, in which the Eagles swept the series. 05/09/2023 10:38 PM
Camryn Nunamaker running to get under a ball to secure an out. Photo by Larry Pelchat
Gators snap at Ducks
HUTTO – The Taylor Lady Ducks playoff journey came to an end Friday, May 5, by the Gateway College Preparatory Gators at Hutto Memorial Stadium. A strong first inning helped the Gators shutout the Lady Ducks 12-0 in Friday’s game. 05/09/2023 10:38 PM
Garet Boehm getting into his defensive stance as the pitch is delivered. Photos by Larry Pelchat
Hippos lose game three to Eagles
HUTTO – The Hutto Hippos went toe-to-toe with the Lake Ridge Eagles in an elimination game Saturday, May 6, and it took extra innings to get it done. The Hippos would unfortunately fall to the Eagles in 5-4 in eight innings to end their season, but they went down swinging. 05/09/2023 10:38 PM
Miranda Richter boxing out her opponent before securing a rebound. Photos by Larry Pelchat
Thrall senior selected to All-Star Game
THRALL – Miranda Richter was one of the biggest reasons why the Thrall Tigerettes were able to have a successful season this year, and now she will be playing in an allstar game. On June 3 at 3 p.m., at Schulenburg High School, Richter will play against some of the best players in the state and get a chance to showcase her talent and leadership. 05/09/2023 10:38 PM
Hippos win by one in season finale
Hippos win by one in season finale
JARRELL – The Hutto Hippos defeated the Harker Heights Knights Monday, May 1 to gain some extra momentum before starting playoffs. The game came down to the wire with the Knights making a late push to try to win the game, but the Hippos’ defense stood tall and was able to secure the 7-6 win. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM
Payton Filla and the Lady Lions having a meeting on the mound to discuss strategy. Courtesy Photo
Lady Lions claim bi-district
LAGO VISTA – The Granger Lady Lions have added yet another trophy to the case at Granger High School after capturing the bidistrict championship Monday. The Lady Lions defeated the Johnson City Eagles two games to one in a three-game series to capture the title. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM
Brynn Leschber, Avery Koonce and Kassandra Jackson hold up the regional championship trophy after winning regionals. Courtesy Photo
Tigerettes are regional Champs
KINGSVILLE – The Thrall Tigerettes track team were crowned reginal champions after the regional meet Friday and Saturday, April 28-29 at Javelina Stadium in Kingsville. The Tigerettes took first place as a team with several athletes qualifying for the state meet. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM
Jarvis Anderson (center) standing in the first place spot on the podium after winning the triple jump event. Courtesy Photo
Jarvis Anderson dominates regional
BULLARD – After another outstanding track season, Jarvis Anderson is headed to the state meet looking to add more medals to his collection. Anderson’s finishing in second place in his first at the regional meet, his performance solidified his spot at state. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM
Ducks junior Devin Valdez standing in the batter’s box awaiting the pitch. Courtesy photo
Ducks deal out statement win
WALLER – The Taylor Ducks started their playoff journey at Waller High School Thursday, May 4, and only needed five innings to get the job done. The Ducks faced Houston Scarborough in round one and shut them out on their way to an 18-0 victory. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM
Lady Ducks 4x200 relay team (from left) Azalie Balusek, Zakaya Frederick, Kaleigh Woods, Emma Whitsel taking a picture after winning the district championship. (Top) Emma Whitsel gives a thumbs up after placing first in the pole vault at regionals. Photo By Larry Pelchat
Lady Ducks' track coach rides into the sunset
BULLARD – The Lady Ducks team competed Regional Meet in and it was the last track meet Shelli Cobb will coach at Taylor High School. “My final track meet is in the books, and I was so happy to be able to share it with these amazing young women and my two fabulous assistant coaches, Kim Clifton and Jay Reed,” Cobb said. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM
Dylon Richardson takes a moment to focus before shooting a free throw Photos by Larry Pelchat
Hutto player named to the All-Star game
HUTTO – Hutto Hippos senior Dylon Richardson’s phenomenal senior season continues as he has been named as a participant in the Cen-Tex All-Star Game Saturday, May 6. Richardson was a big part of the Hippos success this past basketball season as a senior leader and has racked up plenty of other awards along with playing in the All-Star game. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM
Levi Fletcher tagging a runner out at second to close out an inning for the Hippos. Photo by Larry Pelchat
Hippos’ loss keeps them in second place
HUTTO – The Hutto Hippos took on the Midway Panthers (Waco) with a chance to tie their district records and move up to first place. The Panthers would take an 8-4 win Saturday, April 29, to solidify themselves in the top spot of the district and keep the Hippos in second place. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM
Lions senior Travis Burton delivering a strike to the Thrall batter. Photo by Larry Pelchat
Lions eliminate Tigers 6-5
The Granger Lions (14-11 overall, 11-6 District 27-2A) spotted the Thrall Tigers (18-12, 10-7) an early 3-0 lead only to rally for a 6-5 win to earn the fourth playoff spot from District 27-2A. The teams completed the regular season tied with identical 10-6 marks in district play and split their regular season games. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM
Lady Ducks junior Kayleigh Page tracking the ball to her glove to secure an out. Photos by Evan Hale
Lady Ducks post shutout in playoff opener
The Taylor Lady Ducks started off their playoff run with a bang against the Furr Brahmans (Houston) Friday, April 28. The Lady Ducks defeated the Brahmans 12-0 and showed that they are here to play. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM
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