Sports

Head Coach Jesse Tovar and the Ennis Lions varsity soccer team, powered by players like Sebastian Hernandez, open the 2024 season on Thursday, Jan. 2, in the Ice Bowl. The match is against Centennial HS at

District home-opener, Dec. 20, vs. Terrell

Kaufman dominated Ennis, 5642, in the District 15-5A debut for both teams on Tuesday. The K-Lions owned the paint, grabbing 16 offensive rebounds in displaying how they have built a 13-2 won-lost record. The home team Lady Lions battled hard, but never seriously threatened the Black & Gold visitors.

Skattebo leads Az State to playoffs

Listed as a 5’8 small forward, freshman Makenzie Bodine has gotten off to a good start this season for the Lady Lions. Her shooter’s touch has made an impact for a team looking for offense.

Avalon loves their high-flying Eagles basketball team. They swept three teams to capture their annual tournament last week. Now 6-3, the Orange Wings have a three-game winning streak after playing their best stretch of hoops this season. They romped past Mount Calm, 66-33, and then had to earn a 49-40 victory against Wortham. The last contest ended in a 64 46 win over rival Milford. HC John De La Garza has united the Eagles after three early defeats, one of them on a three-ball at the buzzer against Groesbeck. Italy looked solid in an 11-point margin (63-52) over the Birds of Prey, and then came a 58-49 setback to Rice (4-2).

Lady Lions have six players selected

Bulldogs extend playoff streak to seven years