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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.

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.

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.

In a game that had everything, Panhandle survived a double overtime classic to defeat Hale Center 75–70 and claim the Area Championship.

The Pampa Harvester boys golf team turned in an impressive performance this weekend, finishing second overall at the Borger Invitational.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Justin Wiley Steps Down as Abernathy Head Football Coach, Accepts Defensive Coordinator Position at Hawley

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

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)

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.

Kennedi Morris and her family with Randon Blacklock and Joe Landin from Premier Autos Not every hero fills the stat sheet. Some lead by grit, resilience, and a heart that never quits. That belief is exactly why the All Heart Award  was created. Founded by Premier Autos owner Randon Blacklock , the All Heart Award exists to recognize a student-athlete or student trainer who has faced adversity and still shows up every single day for their team. This honor is for those who may

Here We Go Again: Stephenville and West Plains Clash in a High-Stakes Regional Final Rematch

Final: New Home 21, Stamford 20 A resilient rally. A championship defensive stand. And Thanksgiving football secured once again for the Leopards.

Chrstian Villarreal tears off a long run vs Harper (Lonnie Martinez Photography) For more than seven decades one number has stood as one of the most iconic and seemingly untouchable marks in Texas High School Football. The total is 4,045 rushing yards in a single season. It is a number that has hovered above generations of running backs like something out of a legend. The record was set in 1953 by Sugar Land’s unforgettable Kenneth Hall, better known throughout Texas as The

After winning just 9 games combined the last two seasons, Palo Duro flipped the script and ripped off 9 consecutive wins in 2025, giving the Dons their first District Championship since 2004 and first outright title since 2001. It's only the seventh time in school history that the Dons have reached the nine 9 win mark. Reese delivers a strike against Abilene Cooper on the night the Dons clinched their first district title in 21 years The season didn't start exactly as the Don

The regular season has officially come to a close, and what a ride it’s been across West Texas. From record-breaking performances to down-to-the-wire district battles, every match, every set, and every rally has led us right here, the start of the UIL Volleyball Playoffs. It’s win-or-go-home time, and the intensity is about to reach a whole new level. Brackets are set, gym lights are bright, and postseason dreams are on the line as teams across the region prepare to chase gol