Soccer teams ready to open new seasons

The RHS soccer season is set to unfold in a few weeks and both teams are fired up to play. The Reporter decided to take a closer into how both the boys’ and girls’ teams are preparing for the season.

Roundballers off to slow beginning

The Tiger basketball program is off to a slow start as they have begun their season with two losses. Before Thanksgiving break, the Tigers kicked off their season against the Milano Eagles. The Tigers were defeated 80-42. Chris Perez and Braden Thomas tied to lead the team in points with 12.

Tigers football players make All-District teams

Several members of the Rockdale Tiger football team were named to the 3A-Division I District 11 All-District teams.

Tiger JV win one, lose one

The Tigers have kicked off their season with a solid start as they are 1-1 on the season. Before Thanksgiving break, the young Tigers went to battle against the JV Milano Eagles. The Tigers were victorious against the Eagles 49-35. Chris Miles Jr. led the Tigers in scoring with 18 points.

Lady Tigers fall to Lady Panthers

On Tuesday, the Lady Tigers traveled to Normangee to face off against a tough Lady Panthers team. They were defeated 52-27. Julie Bartsch was the top performer in the contest with 10 points, 11 rebounds, and one block.

BASKETBALL SPORTS BRIEFS

Thorndale Boys – The Bulldogs suffered their first loss of the season as the fell short to the IA No. 3 ranked Calvert Cavaliers 59-40. Blake Roberts led the Bulldogs in scoring with 11 points.

Dwell on the the blessings of this life

In today’s world, we tend to take many things for granted. Everyday tasks like walking, talking and eating can seem like a right instead of a privilege. However, many people aren’t afforded the ability to perform these tasks.

Tigers fired up over start of new season

The RHS boys’ basketball season is set to unfold today and the guys are fired up about playing. With the team finishing with a record of 7-22 last season, the Tigers expect to turn things around and make a run towards a playoff spot.

Former Cameron star football player drowns

Milam Country is grieving after former Cameron Yoe running back Traion Smith drowned in a fishing accident Sunday. Smith, 22, of Cameron, died after the small boat he was fishing in with Desmond Williams, 30, of Temple overturned, according to the Sheriff’s Office.

Lady Tigers earn first win of season

The Lady Tigers earned their first win of the season on Saturday as they defeated the Milano Lady Eagles 52-27. Karli Marburger led the Lady Tigers with 12 points. Other top scorers included D’Erika Hurd 10, Ciara Miles 7, Miah Beckwith 6 and Julie Bartsch 6.