On their mark, get set, go: Track team races on to Regionals
Snovia Moiz, Staff Writer
April 16, 2013
Following the previous years’ successes, track and field entered the season with high expectations. This year’s team consists of more than 100 athletes, and aims to attend the State track meet. “[Our goal for this season] is to work hard, improve with each meet, win district and be state bound,”... Read more »
Cougar hockey steps it up for playoffs, continue history of excellence
Camryn Fuller, Madeline Brisson, Trevor Nichols, staff writer, Sports Editor, News Editor
February 15, 2013
After the hockey team placed second in their division, they advanced as one of the final four in playoffs. Their first playoff game will take place March 1 in Sugarland. “We did pretty well this season,” senior center Robert Fernandes said. “There’s a lot of talented kids on this... Read more »
Boys bowling team to compete for regional
Molly Wade, Co-Web Editor
February 7, 2013
Boys Varsity bowling will take on Taylor High School in a battle for the regional playoffs Feb. 12. If they win, the Cougar Alley Cats will qualify for Regionals for the first time in seven years. The boys competing are Britt Bowlin, Brandon Etskovitz, Travis Hall, Anthony Oeltjen, Branden Tom, Renley... Read more »
Varsity swim sweeps competition at districts
Elizabeth Hale, Co- Web Editor
February 6, 2013
The Varsity Swimming and Diving team placed first overall at districts on Friday, Feb. 1. Both girls and boys placed 1st, a feat that has not happned since 2008. Senior Amanda Moore set a new school record in the 200 freestyle. Overall, 21 boys and girls are advancing to regionals on Saturday, the... Read more »
Boys basketball looks to rebound from difficult year
Joe Goodwin, Staff Writer
November 5, 2012
The sound of whistles, sneakers squeaking, and players sprinting back on defense echo throughout the gym during the boys varsity basketball practice. With a month until tryouts, the team is preparing for the upcoming season. Last year’s team not only had to deal with a difficult schedule, but also... Read more »
Shooting with the stars: Varsity girls’ basketball team seeks victories to surpass previous successes
Ana Gutierrez, Entertainment Editor
November 2, 2012
In 2009, the freshman “A” girls’ basketball team won the district title with only five players on the court and one relief player on the bench in case of injuries. Seniors Jaylon McClure, Angie Moore, Emily Richard, Cayla Vanderweide, and Taylor Williams relied heavily on each other’s skill... Read more »
James focuses on present; ready for college
Joe Goodwin, Staff Writer
October 5, 2012
By: Joe Goodwin Dreams of playing college football are often seen as not possible. Not for Senior Running Back Jamel James who was lucky enough to have his dreams come true. Before his high school career ends and he makes his way to Notre Dame, James hopes to dominate the field like never before. During... Read more »
Golf advances to state for second consecutive season
Madeline Brisson, Staff Writer
April 20, 2012
Following their first place district finish on April 4, the girls’ varsity golf team placed first at the Class 5A Region III Tournament for the first time in school history while the defending champion boys’ team finished in second, winning a bid for the state tournament. Individually, seniors Abby... Read more »
Teachers take students vs. faculty victory
Shaun Lal, Sports Editor
April 5, 2012
The junior class officers held the 2nd Annual Students vs Faculty Basketball Tournament on Thursday and Friday, March 29-30, and the faculty came out with a 51-33 victory. Teams of three to four players signed up to enter the tournament for a fee of $20 with the proceeds going towards funding prom... Read more »
Out of left field: sophomore softball player commits to University of Wisconsin
Trevor Nichols, staff writer
April 4, 2012
Sophomore Hannah Esser gets ready for the pitch. She settles in, preparing herself for a potential hit to left field. Esser is playing the sport that she has played for years, softball. The sport that has taken up so many hours of practice time, but has been so rewarding. The sport that helped her commit... Read more »
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