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Coach Deron Clay addresses campers before drills begin during Saturday’s annual Fit 22 Football Camp at Tiger Stadium in Rockdale. Participants spent the day working through drills and receiving instruction designed to prepare them for the upcoming football season. Coaches from across Texas provided instruction throughout the day, and the camp concluded with awards recognizing outstanding campers. Photo by Kells Image

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Sixty participate in Fit 22 Football Camp

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Wed, 07/15/2026 - 13:13

Sixty aspiring football players from across the area took part in the annual Fit 22 Football Camp on Saturday at Tiger Stadium in Rockdale, where campers spent the day sharpening their skills under the guidance of coaches from across Texas.

Country Swag claims title in RYBA’s inaugural Adult Coed Softball season

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Country Swag claims title in RYBA’s inaugural Adult Coed Softball season

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Wed, 07/15/2026 - 13:13

The Rockdale Youth Baseball Association (RYBA) wrapped up its inaugural Adult Coed Softball League this past weekend with an end-of-season tournament at Manuel Garcia Field in Rockdale. Six teams competed in the tournament after an eight-team league completed its first season.

‘Meet the Tigers’ set for Aug. 7

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‘Meet the Tigers’ set for Aug. 7

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Wed, 07/08/2026 - 11:44

The Rockdale community is invited to kick off the new school year by attending Meet the Tigers at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, in the Rockdale High School Gym.

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Rockdale to hold fall sports parent meeting July 30th

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Wed, 07/08/2026 - 11:44

Rockdale High School will host its annual Fall Sports Parent Meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 30, in the RHS Cafeteria. The meeting is for parents of students participating in football, volleyball, cross-country and team tennis during the upcoming fall season.

Thorndale announces important dates for upcoming fall athletics

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Thorndale announces important dates for upcoming fall athletics

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Wed, 07/08/2026 - 11:44

Thorndale ISD has released several important dates and reminders for student-athletes preparing for the upcoming fall sports season. Drug testing for student-athletes is scheduled for 8 a.m. to 12-noon July 28-29 at the Thorndale Middle School Gym.

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RYBA hosting end-of-season adult softball tournament noon Sunday

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Wed, 07/08/2026 - 11:44

The Rockdale Youth Baseball Association will host its Adult Softball End-of-Season Tournament on Sunday at the youth baseball fields. Tournament games will begin at 12-noon, with community members invited to come out and support the participating teams. Food will be available during the event.

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Rockdale High School volleyball team camp to be held July 21-23

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Wed, 07/08/2026 - 11:44

Rockdale High School will host its Volleyball Team Camp July 21-23 for area athletes looking to sharpen their skills ahead of the upcoming season. The camp will be held from 4-6 p.m. each day and will be led by Rockdale coaches Tuyo and Pozsgai.

FIFA World Cup fun facts

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FIFA World Cup fun facts

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Wed, 07/08/2026 - 11:44

Unless you have been living under a rock these last few weeks, I’m sure you couldn’t help but notice the FIFA World Cup that is being played right now in North America. The World Cup comes around every four years and is arguably the most watched single sport on the planet.

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Fit 22 Football Camp approaching Saturday

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Wed, 07/08/2026 - 11:44

Student-athletes still have time to register for the annual Fit 22 Football Camp, scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Tiger Stadium in Rockdale.

Vortex 10U concludes successful season

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Vortex 10U concludes successful season

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Wed, 07/08/2026 - 11:44

The Rockdale Vortex 10U softball team wrapped up its season last week with a sixthplace finish at the Texas Teenage Association State Tournament. The Vortex qualified for the state tournament after compiling an impressive 17-2 overall record.