Sports

Tigers pounce on Lions in scrimmage

With the official start of football season being a few days away, teams are making their final strides as they prepare to hit the gridiron.

It takes sacrifice to achieve greatness

Ever since we were children, we were taught the ultimate goal is to be successful. We were told to strive for great careers like doctors, lawyers or professional athletes. You could look at television and see these people garner nice possessions and receive love and respect from their peers.

Lady Tigers post wins to start year

RHS netters are off to a hot start dominating in their first two out of three games of the fall season. “I am very proud of the teamwork and leadership we have shown in these first few games,” Head Coach Kelsey Hudson said.

Fall sports delayed in Milano due to COVID-19

Milano High School’s athletic director suspended two of their fall sports for two weeks after a student and Milano ISD employee tested positive for COVID-19. “Those directly involved have been notified and are taking necessary precautions,” AD Wendy King said last week in a press release.

UIL to allow telecast for football

Even though rules restrict fan attendance for this year’s games, Rockdale ISD fans will still be able to watch their Tigers play this season.

RHS releases guidelines for tickets and seating

RHS rolled out new guidelines for ticket sales and seating at Tiger Stadium and the RHS gym. These rules include: Volleyball • Ticket sales for home games will be at the gate. • Ticket sales for away games will be available pre-sale and are dependent on opponent.

RHS scrimmage change

Due to Mexia having to shut down football operations for the time being, RHS will now scrimmage at Franklin High School on Thursday. The freshman and JV game will be played at 5:30 p.m. The varsity game will be played at 7 p.m.

Essentials for your tackle box

Recreational fishing is enjoyed by millions of people. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reported that there was an 8 percent increase in anglers between 2011 and 2017. Expenditures by anglers nationwide rose 2 percent during the same time, from $45 billion to $46.1 billion.

Trash talk can bring down the best of us

In this battle called life, people go through many obstacles and confrontations. Whether it’s a conflict with another person or a mental one, sometimes people let their emotions get the best of them.

Fish, fun, cakes welcome season

Rockdale football players and boosters tackled the kitchen to help raise over $6,000 for the Rockdale Tiger Booster Club last Saturday.