2020: ONE CRAZY YEAR...IN SPORTS

As the year 2020 comes to a close, we acknowledge that this year has been unlike any other. The global pandemic known as COVID-19 has affected our lives in ways that none of us could have imagined.

Taylor-born K.C. Jones dies at 88

On Friday, NBA Hall of Famer and former Taylor resident K.C. Jones passed away at age 88 in Connecticut after battling Alzheimer’s disease for several years.

VICTORY

MHS freshmen Kadance Koenig was a difference maker for the Lady Eagles on Monday during their 33-28 win over Burton. The victory was revenge after Milano fell to the Lady Panthers 24-16 on Tuesday, Dec. 15. The Lady Eagles begin district play on Tuesday, Jan. 5, when they host Granger.

Dansby commits to UMHB

Rockdale Tigers wide receiver Anthony Dansby made his verbal commitment to the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor on Friday via Twitter. “UMHB is a great program with great coaches,” Dansby said. “They kept things honest with me and let me know how things were going to be when I get there.

SPORTS BRIEFS

Tiger hoops cancel games over holidays Games for the Rockdale boy’s basketball team are canceled this week due to opponents wanting to cut down on traveling over the school break amid spread of COVID-19.

Thorndale marching band claims 2A state championship

Michael Powers has had many moments in his 25-year career in music education to make him proud of his students. But right now he is so proud of his Thorndale Bulldogs Marching Band that words escape him—almost. “Oh, gosh. I don’t have the words to express how proud I am of these kids.

O’Neal is there helping those in need

As we prepare to celebrate Christmas on Friday, it will be a time of joy for many of us. We will celebrate the day by eating good food, spending time with our families, and watching one another smile as gifts are ripped open.

Rockdale standouts to continue football careers in college

Last Wednesday, two of Rockdale’s elite football players made their college decisions official as they signed their Letters of Intent on National Signing Day.

Mayberry commits to UT Permian Basin

Rockdale Tigers defensive lineman Ty Mayberry made a verbal commitment to the University of Texas of the Permian Basin on Saturday via Twitter. “UT Permian Basin was the best decision for me because it’s in my home state,” Mayberry said.

RHS basketball is back after quarantine

After two weeks of being in quarantine, the RHS hoopers were back in action on Tuesday against the Cameron Yoemen. Their return failed to live up to the hype as they were defeated 100- 48. Braden Thomas led all Tiger scorers with 21 points.