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HISTORY MADE: ROPES PUNCHES FIRST TICKET TO STATE TITLE GAME
For the first time in program history, the Ropes Eagles are headed to the UIL State Baseball Championship after sweeping Collinsville in the Class 2A Division II State Semifinals at ACU's Crutcher Scott Field.
Steven Liles
2 days ago3 min read


PREMIER PLAYER OF THE WEEK: TUCKER COTTON DELIVERS WHEN NEW HOME NEEDED HIM MOST
PREMIER PLAYER OF THE WEEK: TUCKER COTTON DELIVERS WHEN NEW HOME NEEDED HIM MOST
Steven Liles
5 days ago1 min read


Premier Player of the Week Addy Bristow ~ Canyon
Canyon’s Addy Bristow added another legendary chapter to an already incredible career.
At the UIL State Track Meet, Bristow captured three individual gold medals by winning the:
800m
1600m
Anchored Canyon’s winning 4x400 relay with an unforgettable finish
Steven Liles
May 201 min read


Premier Player of the Week Jaxon Lawler ~ Bushland
Bushland Falcon Jaxon Lawler put together a huge day at the UIL State Track Meet.
Steven Liles
May 201 min read


LIBERTY PUNCHES TICKET TO REGIONAL FINALS WITH WILD WALK OFF WIN OVER RANDALL
The Liberty Patriots are headed to the Regional Finals after surviving one of the craziest playoff games of the season Thursday night, walking off Randall 12-11 in Game 3 of their Regional Semifinal series.
Steven Liles
May 172 min read


INSIDE THE HUDDLE: THE IMPACT OF COACH ASHLEY DYCHES
Today my heart is sad seeing the Andrews volleyball job posted because I know just how incredible the shoes are that will have to be filled.
As Coach Ashley Dyches prepares to head south to Gregory Portland, I wanted to take a moment to bring y’all “Inside the Huddle” and share a little about the kind of coach the Wildcats are getting.
Steven Liles
May 153 min read


Checking In with the Sod Poodles Before a Duel with Frisco
The Sod Poodles (2-7) are set to take on the Frisco Roughriders (5-4) in a 6 game set at Hodgetown this week! Lets look at some of notable storylines so far in this early part of the season.
Austin Hartsfield
Apr 143 min read


Lipan Returns to San Antonio After Semifinal Win Over Gruver
The Lipan Indians are headed back to San Antonio for the fourth straight year after grinding out a 63-53 win over the Gruver Greyhounds in the UIL State Semifinals.
Steven Liles
Mar 101 min read


Valley Patriots Rally Past Boys Ranch to Claim Region I-1A Division I Championship
The Valley Patriots are headed back to the UIL State Semifinals after battling past a determined Boys Ranch Roughriders squad 56-52 Thursday night in the Region 1 1A-D1 Championship in Dimmitt.
It was anything but easy.
Steven Liles
Mar 62 min read


Panhandle Survives Double Overtime Thriller, Claims Area Championship
In a game that had everything, Panhandle survived a double overtime classic to defeat Hale Center 75–70 and claim the Area Championship.
Steven Liles
Mar 21 min read


Pampa Boys Golf Finishes Second at Borger Invitational, Fossett Claims Individual Title
The Pampa Harvester boys golf team turned in an impressive performance this weekend, finishing second overall at the Borger Invitational.
Steven Liles
Mar 11 min read


Nazareth Boys Capture Area Championship with 60–43 Win Over McLean
Nazareth claimed the Area Championship with a 60–43 victory over McLean, delivering a strong performance on both ends of the floor when the stakes were highest.
From the opening quarter, Nazareth set the tone defensively and never allowed McLean to find consistent rhythm. The Swifts executed in the half court, controlled the pace, and made timely shots to maintain separation throughout the game.
Steven Liles
Feb 271 min read


Gruver Greyhounds Claim Area Championship with 68–54 Win Over Farwell
Gruver secured the Area Championship with a convincing 68–54 victory over Farwell, delivering a poised and physical performance when the stakes were at their highest.
Steven Liles
Feb 271 min read


Panhandle Ettes Punch Ticket to State with 41–37 Win Over Wellington
Panhandle secured its spot on the biggest stage in Texas high school basketball with a hard fought 41–37 victory over Wellington, completing a three game season sweep of the Lady Rockets.
In a matchup between two familiar foes, every possession mattered. The Ettes leaned on their defensive toughness and late game composure to close it out.
Steven Liles
Feb 271 min read


Gruver Lady Hounds Capture Regional Title, Advance to State with 55–40 Win Over New Home
The Gruver Lady Hounds are headed to the State Tournament.
Gruver secured the Regional Championship with a 55–40 victory over New Home, delivering a strong performance from start to finish in a matchup between two familiar and talented programs.
Steven Liles
Feb 271 min read


Shallowater Claims Regional Title, Advances to State with 67–48 Win Over Bushland
The Shallowater Fillies captured the Regional Championship with a 67–48 victory over Bushland, turning an early deficit into a dominant performance on the biggest stage.
Steven Liles
Feb 271 min read


Justin Wiley Steps Down as Abernathy Head Football Coach, Accepts Defensive Coordinator Position at Hawley
Justin Wiley Steps Down as Abernathy Head Football Coach, Accepts Defensive Coordinator Position at Hawley
Steven Liles
Feb 241 min read


2026 1A-D1 Boys Basketball Bi-District Matchups and Bracket Region 1
1A-D2 Boys Playoff Bracket Region 1 BOYS PLAYOFFS ARE HERE The road to the State Tournament officially begins now. 1A-D1 Bracket Monday Games: #12 Valley (24-4) vs. O’Donnell (22-8) 6pm, Lubbock Roosevelt High School Follett (14-11) vs. Claude (17-11) 6 pm, Pampa High School Borden County (18-12) vs Anton (15-12) 6pm, Lamesa High School Tuesday Games Boys Ranch (13-9) vs. Springlake-Earth (14-17) 6:30pm, Hereford Gym Harley (9-18) vs. Happy (20-9) 6pm, Vega High School Booker
Steven Liles
Feb 231 min read


2026 1A-D2 Boys Basketball Bi-District Matchups and Bracket Region 1
Region 1 1A-D2 Boys Playoff Bracket BOYS PLAYOFFS ARE HERE The road to the State Tournament officially begins now. 1A-D2 Bracket Monday games: #9 Whitharral (21-10) vs Klondike (7-11) 6:30pm, Brownfield High School #4 Texline (26-7) vs. Kress (14-19) 8pm, Tascosa Activity Center #24 Nazareth (20-9) vs. Pringle-Morse (18-12) 6:30pm, Amarillo High Activity Center Lorenzo (18-11) vs Paducah (9-21) 6pm, Floydada High School Tuesday Games Fort Elliott (22-4) vs White Deer (16-13)
Steven Liles
Feb 231 min read


Balanced Attack Powers Panhandle Past Abernathy, 61–39
The Panhandle Ettes put together one of their most complete performances of the postseason Thursday night, using a balanced offensive attack and disciplined defense to defeat Abernathy 61–39.
Steven Liles
Feb 201 min read
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