SPORTS BRIEFS

7th Grade A Team The 7th Grade A Team defeated the Lorena Leopards 8-0. In the first quarter Mason Lillard connected with De’andre Nunn on a 60-yard touchdown pass. Brody Willard kicked the field goal to earn the two-point conversion.

A look back at Rockdale High School’s Homecoming

The Rockdale High School Golden Girls (at left) dance during halftime at the school’s Homecoming on Oct. 25 at Tiger Stadium. Below left, Averie Hobbs and her sister, Kailan Hobbs, react to Averie being named Homecoming Queen for 2020 during a halftime ceremony Oct. 25.

Giving your all for the good of all

In today’s society, many people have the problem of wanting things without putting in the work to get them. We want the lavish items like the Jordan sneakers, a new career or a fast car but don’t want to make the proper changes to acquire such possessions.

Tiger victory over Troy is win No. 6

The Tigers extended their winning streak to four as they prevailed in a close battle against the Troy Trojans 46-38. The Tigers are now 6-3 on the season and 4-1 in district play. “I felt like the kids really locked in and engaged in the game plan,” RHS Head Coach Jacob Campsey said.

Raven commits to SHS Bearkats

Rockdale Tigers wide receiver/defensive back Kesean Raven made a verbal commitment to Sam Houston State University on Friday via Twitter. “Sam Houston State was the best decision for me because it’s closer for my mom to attend the games,” Raven said.

RHS-Lorena to fight for title

It all comes down to Friday night as the district championship will be decided in a battle between the Rockdale Tigers and Lorena Leopards. Both teams enter the game with 4-1 records in district play and stand in one another’s way to earning a No. 1 seed in the playoffs.

JV Tigers down Troy, 18-0

On Thursday, The JV Tigers extended their win streak to three as they defeated the Troy JV team 18-0. The Tigers now hold a record of 4-3-2 on the season and 4-1 in district play. Defense prevailed in the first half as neither team was able to score any points.

Lady Eagles fall to Snook in playoffs

On Thursday, The MHS Volleyball team saw their season come on an end. After qualifying for the 2A Region 3 and 4 Playoffs in their last regular season game, the Lady Eagles were defeated by the Snook Lady Blue Jays in the Bi-District round in four sets 25-23, 20-25, 13-25 and 19-25.

Milano falls in Lagrone’s final two games as head coach at the school

On Thursday, the Milano Eagles’ depth issues continued to haunt them as they were defeated by the Burton Panthers 56-6. “Even though we were undermanned, our kids competed and played hard through out the game,” MHS Head Coach Chad Lagrone said.

Thorndale falls to Hearne, 42-18

The Thorndale Bulldogs failed to end their regular season in style as the fell to the Hearne Eagles 42-18. The Bulldogs finished the regular season with a 6-3 record and a 4-2 record in district play. “It took us little while to adjust in the game,” THS Head Coach John Kovar said.