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Tuesday Night Volleyball Roundup: District Races Heating Up Across West Texas
Tuesday night was packed with volleyball action across West Texas, as district races heated up and several contenders continued to separate themselves in the standings. Amarillo High stayed perfect, West Plains put on a defensive showcase, Randall and Canyon set up a Saturday showdown, and Liberty went on the road and took care of business in dominant fashion. The night delivered statement wins, gritty performances, and plenty of standout stat lines. Here’s a look back at all
Steven Liles
Sep 17, 20255 min read


Friday Night Lights: Week 3 Games across the Texas Panhandle and South Plains
Week 3 of the Texas High School Football season is here, and the stakes keep climbing across the Panhandle and South Plains. From marquee 5A and 6A showdowns to small-school rivalries in Class 2A and 1A, every district and non-district matchup is helping shape momentum heading into the heart of the season. Friday night lights will once again stretch from Lubbock to the Oklahoma border, with teams looking to prove themselves, protect their records, and set the tone for the wee
Steven Liles
Sep 11, 20253 min read


West Texas Volleyball Roundup: District Races Kick Off Across the Region
Tuesday night brought another action-packed slate of volleyball across West Texas as district play kicked off in 4A and rivalries sparked competitive battles. From dominant sweeps to five-set thrillers, teams across the South Plains and Panhandle showcased grit, depth, and determination. Here’s a look at how the night unfolded on the court.
Steven Liles
Sep 10, 20254 min read


Weekend Volleyball Roundup: Big Wins, Statement Matches, and a Five-Set Thriller
This weekend delivered plenty of storylines on the court before most of the Texas Panhandle turns their eyes towards district play. From Amarillo High staying unbeaten in District 3-5A, to Lubbock-Cooper and Coronado picking up key wins, to Liberty closing out non-district play with momentum, teams are starting to separate themselves as contenders.
Steven Liles
Sep 7, 20255 min read


Momentum, Rivalries, and Redemption Highlight Week 2 of High School Football
Week 2 of the TXHSFB season kicks off tonight, and the excitement across the Texas Panhandle and South Plains is only building. Teams that made statements in their openers look to keep the momentum rolling, while others are eager to bounce back and grab that first win of the year. Rivalries, road trips, and plenty of small-town pride highlight the slate, setting the stage for another unforgettable weekend of Friday night lights.
Steven Liles
Sep 4, 20253 min read


Upsets, Milestones, and Marquee Matchups: Tuesday Night Area Volleyball Recap
It was another thrilling night of West Texas volleyball, with key 3-5A district battles and marquee non-district matchups showcasing a major upset and several standout performances.
Steven Liles
Sep 3, 20254 min read


West Texas Volleyball Recap: Liberty Shines, West Plains Surges, Amarillo High Stays Hot
Tuesday night was packed with statement wins and gritty performances across West Texas as district 3-5A play continued to heat up and...
Steven Liles
Aug 27, 20253 min read


Shallowater Fillies Capture Lu Allen Memorial Championship
The Shallowater Fillies put together a complete weekend of volleyball in Graham, powering their way through a loaded field to capture the...
Steven Liles
Aug 24, 20252 min read


Lady Pirates Capture Nita Vannoy Memorial Championship in San Angelo
The Lubbock-Cooper Lady Pirates continue to shine early in the season, bringing home the Nita Vannoy Memorial Tournament Championship in...
Steven Liles
Aug 23, 20251 min read


Liberty Lady Patriots Push Through Grueling Stretch, Finish Runner-Up in Glen Rose
The Lubbock-Cooper Liberty Lady Patriots have already proven themselves as one of the elite programs in Texas volleyball, and this past weekend in Glen Rose was just another chapter in their incredible early-season run.
Steven Liles
Aug 23, 20252 min read


Tuesday Night Volleyball Roundup: Frenship Prevails, Liberty Survives, River Road Rallies And More Across West Texas
Another busy night of action across the South Plains saw statement wins, thrilling comebacks, and rivalry showdowns that didn’t...
Steven Liles
Aug 20, 20254 min read


Full Bev Ball Classic Recap: Liberty Lady Patriots Claim the Crown
Abilene, TX: The 2025 Bev Ball Classic brought together some of the top volleyball talent in West Texas, and when the dust settled it...
Steven Liles
Aug 19, 20252 min read


Premier Players of the Week: Campbell Beeler & Jacob Erickson Shine on the Big Stage
Each week, Sideline Sports teams up with Premier Auto Group to recognize standout performances from across the region. This week’s Premier Players of the Week are Liberty Lady Patriot Campbell Beeler, who powered her team to a tournament championship and MVP honors, and Perryton’s Jacob Erickson, a rising cross country star who turned in back-to-back elite races. Both athletes delivered eye-catching performances that prove the future is bright for their programs.
Steven Liles
Aug 18, 20252 min read


Volleyball Season Openers Deliver Sweeps, Five-Set Battles, and Milestone Moments Across the Area
Volleyball Season Openers Deliver Sweeps, Five-Set Battles, and Milestone Moments Across West Texas
Steven Liles
Aug 13, 20253 min read


Fall Camp Report: New Home Leopards Begin Flexbone Era with New Faces and a Familiar Fight
The sun was hot and the pads were starting to pop in New Home as the Leopards opened up fall camp this week, and while many things have changed since last year’s playoff run, one thing is clear: the Leopards are ready to write their next chapter.
Steven Liles
Aug 7, 20253 min read


Region 1’s Top 10 QBs to Watch in 2025
Texas high school football is back and Region 1 features a loaded depth chart at the quarterback position. From veteran resume-builders to rising phenoms, here's a look at the signal-callers set to define the fall.
Steven Liles
Aug 5, 20254 min read


🏐 2025 Sideline Sports Preseason Volleyball Supreme Team 🏐
With the first serves of the season flying across Texas gyms today, there’s no better time to unveil our 2025 Sideline Sports Preseason...
Steven Liles
Aug 1, 20253 min read


From Gunter to Norman: Preston Tarpley Joins the Oklahoma Sooners
Last year, Parker and I had the privilege of calling one of the biggest games in the state: the 3A Division II Regional Semifinal between...
Steven Liles
Jul 31, 20252 min read


🚨 Decision Day Looms: Frenship’s Chase Campbell Set to Announce Commitment
Frenship standout Chase Campbell, a four-star wide receiver with game-breaking speed and elite production, is set to announce his commitment on Tuesday, July 22, live on 247Sports’ YouTube channel. The 6-foot-1, 180-pound junior has narrowed his choices to three Big 12 contenders: Texas Tech, Baylor, and Kansas State.
Steven Liles
Jul 21, 20253 min read


🏈 Region 1 Coaching Carousel: 2025 Football Season Brings Major Sideline Shifts
With the 93rd Annual THSCA Coach School kicking off today it feels like the perfect opportunity to recap this years coaching changes here in West Texas. As of mid-July, there have been over 235 head coaching changes across UIL Class 6A through 2A schools statewide and many of those are right here in Region 1. With the first practices of the 2025 Texas high school football season just weeks away, let's look at the 21 programs in our area who will be under new leadership.
Steven Liles
Jul 20, 20254 min read
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