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Winningest coach leaves

Winningest coach leaves

Winningest coach leaves

Mike Brown Reporter Editor
Thu, 02/27/2020 - 00:00
Jeff Miller has made the walk from his office in the RHS Weight Room to the sidelines at Tiger football fields thousands of times in the past 14 years. But Friday it was different.
Reporter/Wynton Thomason Rockdale’s Kobe Mitchell protects the ball from Cameron defender Thomas Melton during last Friday’s game on the other side of the Little River. The Yoemen won late 73-59.

Reporter/Wynton Thomason Rockdale’s Kobe Mitchell protects the ball from Cameron defender Thomas Melton during last Friday’s game on the other side of the Little River. The Yoemen won late 73-59.

Tigers end season on high note

News Staff
Thu, 02/20/2020 - 00:00
In a repeat of the Tigers’ first district victory over Lexington, RHS fought tooth nail for their second win over the Eagles on Tuesday night to close out its season.
Reporter/Wynton Thomason Mariana Casares rounds second against Caldwell.

Reporter/Wynton Thomason Mariana Casares rounds second against Caldwell.

Rockdale Invitational begins Thursday

Rockdale Invitation Softball Tournament Entry Fees $2 For Students And $4 For Adults
Thu, 02/20/2020 - 00:00
Seven teams will be competing in this year’s Rockdale Softball Invitational Tournament at Rock-dale High School. The Lady Tigers varsity takes the field 9:30 a.m. Friday and the junior varsity squad will play 9:30 a.m. today. Entry fees for tournament are $2 for students and $4 for adults.

RHS runners test their mettle in Caldwell Duel/Tri Practice meet

News Staff
Thu, 02/20/2020 - 00:00
Rockdale runners are headed to Caldwell to kick off their season by competing in a duel/tri practice meet on Thursday. “The only thing that I am looking for from our kids on Thursday is the endurance level that we are on in our races,” said Coach Lewis Edmonson.
Devon Whitsel

Devon Whitsel

RHS tennis takes home hardware

News Staff
Thu, 02/20/2020 - 00:00
Rockdale varsity tennis players went all of Friday without losing a match on their home court when Lady Tiger Yolianna Castillo won the girls’ singles division and two-time state qualifier Devon Whitsel breezed through the competition in the boys singles division to end the day as champion.
Reporter/Wynton Thomason Ross Loth dribbles down court earlier this season.

Reporter/Wynton Thomason Ross Loth dribbles down court earlier this season.

Rockdale JV cagers fall in season finale thriller

News Staff
Thu, 02/20/2020 - 00:00
Rockdale’s junior varsity ended its season with an exciting and heartbreaking 40-39 loss to Lexington in front an enthusiastic crowd at home Tuesday night.

SPORTS BRIEFS

News Staff
Thu, 02/20/2020 - 00:00
Lifters in striking distance of regionals After a three-week break from competition, Rockdale powerlifting teams head to the Salado Eagle Invitational today in the hopes of qualifying for regional competition. “Salado is all about getting totals up for a push to regionals,” said Coach Jacob Campsey.
Robinson

Robinson

All-state accolades for area players

News Staff
Thu, 02/20/2020 - 00:00
BRYAN – Quarterback Jace Robinson and running back Cam’ron Valdez made honorable mention on the Texas Sports Writers Association’s Class 3A All-State Football Team.
Reporter/Wynton Thomason Cristo Hernandez dribbles down field.

Reporter/Wynton Thomason Cristo Hernandez dribbles down field.

RHS boys soccer team now 3-2 in district play

News Staff
Thu, 02/20/2020 - 00:00
In a competitive District 26-4A, the RHS soccer team notched a 5-1 victory over Highway 79 competitors Hearne on Valentine’s Day. The Tigers played New Tech in Manor at press time, Tuesday. Game information will be in next week’s issue. “Any team we face at this point is a tough competition.