The evolution of Parker Jones

Training to be a state champion runner doesn’t happen overnight and Milano High School’s Parker Jones is a case in point. “Running didn’t really start early for me,” he said.

HONORED

Cindy Key, owner master instructor of Rockdale’s Central Texas Martial Arts School is included in the book “The Worlds Greatest Martial Artists: The Sensational 600” by Ted Gambordella. Her instructor Soke Mike Fillmore is also included in the book.

Lady Eagles, Bulldogs make all-district volleyball teams

Milano and Thorndale volleyball players received top honors in the District 25-2A awards from coaches.

Lady Tigers fall to Lady Bulldogs

The Rockdale Lady Tigers lost 46-32 to Thorn-dale on Monday during their Thanksgiving break. The Lady Tigers ended the first quarter trailing by three to a team that made the regional quarterfinals in class 2A, but were set back in the second quarter when the Lady Bulldogs went on a 18-4 run.

Lady Eagles lose bird battle in OT

AREA BASKETBALL The Milano Lady Eagles fell to 3-4 on the season with an overtime loss to Bruceville-Eddy Lady Eagles 43-38, before the Thanksgiving break. Milano started off strong with a 16-11 lead at the end of the first quarter.

Bulldogs gas Bartlett 92-42

The Thorndale Bulldogs defeated Bartlett 92-42 in their second win of the season. The Bulldogs were led with 28 points from all-state selection Sam Reaves. Thorndale also had double-digit scoring from Evan Ivy (12), Kolby Neumeyer (11), and Garrett Bernstein (10).

Tigers give it their all

Rockdale’s chance to defend its state championship came to an early end in the first round of the state playoffs, but the 2018 Tigers squad put up a good fight against a larger, more seasoned Grandview team in its 45-21 loss on Saturday afternoon at Waco ISD Stadium.

How did THS make it to state semis?

The Thorndale Lady Bulldogs state tournament run came to an end on Wednesday night with a three-set loss to Lindsay. “It was a great season, and the fans and town was so supportive.

Bulldogs outrun Pirates

Thorndale’s smash mouth, plow forward style allowed Luke Leschber to shine in the Bulldog’s Bi-District 55-24 victory over Center Point last Friday. Leschber ran for 275 yards and scored five touchdowns in Marble Falls.

Mason shuts out Eagles in bi-district

The Milano Eagles fell 63-0 in their final game of the 2018 season to the top-ranked Mason Punchers on Friday night at Burnet’s Bulldog Stadium.