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Emery Kennedy makes a throw to first base. She had two putouts and one assist against Boling. Photo by Mark Lube.

Emery Kennedy makes a throw to first base. She had two putouts and one assist against Boling. Photo by Mark Lube.

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St. Paul softball: Lady Cards run over Boling 20-5

Mark Lube
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Editor's note: Due to space limitations, this story is only available online. The St. Paul softball team continued to get better as they beat Boling 20-5 in three innings on Feb. 24 at the Starplex.“We are improving. We are building each week, getting better at the little things.
Mumford blocks a Jake Simper shot in the first half. Photo by Mark Lube.

Mumford blocks a Jake Simper shot in the first half. Photo by Mark Lube.

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Shiner boys basketball: Comanches finish season as area-round finalists

Mark Lube
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
SMITHVILLE — The Shiner boys basketball earned the team’s first playoff win in several years but made it harder than it needed to be.Behind 19 points from Jarvis Williams and another 13 scored by Felix Nieto, Shiner defeated Bartlett 53-49 Feb. 23 at Smithville High School.“It feels amazing.
Bryan St. Joseph defends senior Riley Mozisek while Ashlin DeSarro gets involved as well in the TAPPS 2A state semifinal Feb. 25 at Waco University High School. Photo by Mark Lube.

Bryan St. Joseph defends senior Riley Mozisek while Ashlin DeSarro gets involved as well in the TAPPS 2A state semifinal Feb. 25 at Waco University High School. Photo by Mark Lube.

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St. Paul girls basketball: Bryan St. Joseph edges Lady Cards 43-39 in state semifinals

Mark Lube
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
WACO — The Lady Cardinals struggled to get defensive rebounds which gave their state semifinal opponent, Bryan St. Joseph, more offensive opportunities in the first half.The Lady Eagles had a 28-19 halftime lead but could only score 15 second-half points as St.
Ja’Michael Williams takes a jump shot in the lane. Photo by Mark Lube.

Ja’Michael Williams takes a jump shot in the lane. Photo by Mark Lube.

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Moulton boys basketball: Katz krush Knippa

Mark Lube
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
SEGUIN — The Moulton Bobkatz were not completely satisfied with their performance in the first-round 49-31 win against Round-Top Carmine.Before facing Knippa in the area round on Friday in Seguin, the Katz went to work to improve their  performance.

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YHS Lady Bulldogs conclude season; Bulldogs win two

Mark Lube
Thursday, February 26, 2026
The Yoakum High School (YHS) Lady Bulldogs closed the regular season with against Edna at home and at Columbus.The Bulldogs beat both Columbus and Tidehaven last week.GIRLS HOOPSThe Lady Bulldogs lost their last two games of the season, 65-40 at home to Edna on Feb. 6 and at Columbus 69-41.
Faith McCloud swings at a pitch during Yoakum’s game against Wallis Brazos to christen the new softball field. Photo courtesy of Raymond Rosas.

Faith McCloud swings at a pitch during Yoakum’s game against Wallis Brazos to christen the new softball field. Photo courtesy of Raymond Rosas.

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Lady Bulldogs struggle against Brazos, Ganado-El Campo

News Staff
Thursday, February 26, 2026
The Lady Bulldog Softball Team hosted Wallis Brazos and played six games in the Ganado/El Campo tournament.WALLIS BRAZOS 11, YOAKUM 3Yoakum got 10 hits but only scored a few runs in an 11-3 loss to Wallis Brazos Feb. 17 at home. Brazos led 2-0 after one inning and 3-0 after two innings.
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