WEEKLY VOLLEYBALL REPORT: McCollum seizes 28-5A lead with two key wins

Holy Cross tops rival; Edison wins pair TEAMS INCLUDED: Brackenridge, Burbank, Edison, Harlandale, Highlands, Lanier, McCollum, Sam Houston, South San. PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/communities/southside/article/Southside-VB-off-to-solid-third-place-start-5773322.php In a week that could shape the District 28-5A race for the rest of the season, McCollum (14-8, 6-0) rose to the challenge and snared… Read More WEEKLY VOLLEYBALL REPORT: McCollum seizes 28-5A lead with two key wins

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VOLLEYBALL: This week’s results (thru Sept. 27)

NOTE: teams we cover are in boldface Matches of Sept. 21-27 Monday’s matches TAPPS District 4-4A Victoria St. Joseph (32-1, 11-0) 3, San Antonio Christian (5-9 ???, 3-5) 0 (scores unavailable) Tuesday’s matches District 27-5A Boerne Champion (11-10, 5-2) at Lockhart (16-16, 3-4) 0 (25-15, 25-10, 25-13) Floresville (21-12, 5-2) 3, Memorial (3-29, 0-7) 0 (25-13, 25-14, 25-6) San Marcos (9-14… Read More VOLLEYBALL: This week’s results (thru Sept. 27)

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WEEKEND FOOTBALL REPORT: Scott carries Knights in shutout of Hondo

Buttons blitz Devine; Edison garners first win TEAMS INCLUDED: Central Catholic, Edison, Highlands, Holy Cross, McCollum, Sam Houston, South San, Southside. PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/communities/southside/article/Lee-quarterback-just-won-t-stop-5773316.php Senior back Greg Scott (194 yards, 18 attempts) ran for three touchdowns, leading the Knights (2-1) to a 20-0 shutout victory Friday at Hondo.… Read More WEEKEND FOOTBALL REPORT: Scott carries Knights in shutout of Hondo

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FOOTBALL: This week’s results (thru Sept. 27)

WEEK 5 SCHEDULE (Sept. 25-27) Thursday’s games Non-district Southwest (2-3) 54, Eagle Pass (3-2) 44 Non-district (out of area) Corpus Christi King (4-1) 51, Laredo United South (2-3) 21 Friday’s games District 27-5A Boerne Champion (5-0, 3-0) 31, Floresville (3-2, 1-2) 14. Kerrville Tivy (3-1, 2-0) 64, Kennedy (0-5, 0-3) 7 Alamo Heights (3-2, 2-1) 52, Lockhart (4-1, 2-1)… Read More FOOTBALL: This week’s results (thru Sept. 27)

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FOOTBALL: Area rankings (thru Sept. 20)

Through Sept. 20 TOP 15: Rank-Team-Last week 1. Holy Cross – 1 2. Southside – 3 3. Central Catholic – 5 4. Southwest – 4 5. East Central – 5 6. South San – 6 7. Brackenridge – 8 8. Sam Houston – 9 9. Harlandale – 7 10. Edison – 12 11.… Read More FOOTBALL: Area rankings (thru Sept. 20)

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FOOTBALL: Brack overtakes Harlandale in second half of 28-5A showdown

Indians build three-touchdown lead through air There’s no doubt that Brackenridge is a second-half team. After wiping out a three-touchdown deficit against Edison in its district opener, the Eagles (2-2, 2-0) scored 24 points after halftime Saturday at Alamo Stadium. In a battle of preseason District 28-5A co-favorites, Brackenridge prevailed 24-21 over Harlandale (2-2,… Read More FOOTBALL: Brack overtakes Harlandale in second half of 28-5A showdown

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FOOTBALL: Week 4 previews (Saturday’s game)

# – denotes current San Antonio South Side Sports area ranking SATURDAY #7 Harlandale (2-1, 1-0) vs. #8 Brackenridge (1-2, 1-0) at Alamo Stadium, 7 p.m. Before the season, by consensus, this was projected to be a battle of the co-favorites for the District 28-5A title. After the first week of the district season, it looms… Read More FOOTBALL: Week 4 previews (Saturday’s game)

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VOLLEYBALL: Area rankings (thru Sept. 19)

Through Sept. 19 TOP 15: Rank-Team-Last week 1. Holy Cross – 1 2. East Central – 2 3. Southwest – 3 4. McCollum – 6 5. Jefferson – 5 6. Highlands – 4 7. Southside – 7 8. South San – 8 9. Harlandale – 9 10. Providence – 10 11. Brackenridge –… Read More VOLLEYBALL: Area rankings (thru Sept. 19)

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FOOTBALL: Lee survives lull to defeat South San 35-12

Bobcats defense slows, but can’t stop Vols PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE EXPRESS-NEWS WEBSITE: http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/high_school/high_school_football/article/Fuller-Lee-recover-from-rough-start-5768763.php PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/communities/southside/article/Lee-quarterback-just-won-t-stop-5773316.php During a stretch of the first half, South San’s defense forced Kyle Fuller into throwing eight consecutive incomplete passes Friday at South San Stadium. The Bobcats (2-2) eventually saw… Read More FOOTBALL: Lee survives lull to defeat South San 35-12

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FOOTBALL: Week 4 previews (Friday’s games)

# – denotes current San Antonio South Side Sports area ranking FRIDAY Brooks Academy (1-2) at St. Mary’s Hall (3-0), 7:30 p.m. St. Mary’s Hall will be the toughest challenge yet for Brooks Academy. Barons quarterback Gus Rowland is a run-pass threat who scored on runs of 2 and 54 yards in last Friday’s 13-6 win… Read More FOOTBALL: Week 4 previews (Friday’s games)

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FOOTBALL: Mustangs overtake Lanier in final minute for first win

Voks outscore Mustangs 14-8 after halftime, but come up empty PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE EXPRESS-NEWS WEBSITE: http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/high_school/high_school_football/article/Dural-powering-Tigers-passing-attack-5765645.php PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/communities/southside/article/Jefferson-stuns-Lanier-for-first-win-5773310.php Jefferson didn’t throw a pass on its time-consuming final drive until it needed to win the game. The Mustangs (1-3, 1-1) cut Lanier’s lead to a… Read More FOOTBALL: Mustangs overtake Lanier in final minute for first win

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FOOTBALL: Week 4 previews (Thursday’s game)

# – denotes current San Antonio South Side Sports area ranking THURSDAY #13 Lanier (0-3, 0-1) vs. #15 Jefferson (0-3, 0-1) at Alamo Stadium, 7 p.m. Both teams showed signs of growth against Harlandale ISD opponents last week. One will pick up its first victory tonight in this District 28-5A matchup. Lanier welcomed back senior back Joe… Read More FOOTBALL: Week 4 previews (Thursday’s game)

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VOLLEYBALL: This week’s results (thru Sept. 20)

NOTE: teams we cover are in boldface Matches of Sept. 14-20 Monday’s matches No matches scheduled Tuesday’s matches District 27-5A Lockhart (15-15, 2-3) 3, Kennedy (3-20 ???, 1-4) 0 (25-11, 25-13, 25-13) Alamo Heights (28-5, 6-0) 3, Memorial (3-27, 0-5) 0 (25-, 25-9, 25-5) Kerrville Tivy (19-9, 5-1) 3, San Marcos (8-13, 0-5) 0 (scores unavailable) Floresville (19-12, 3-2)… Read More VOLLEYBALL: This week’s results (thru Sept. 20)

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WEEKLY VOLLEYBALL REPORT: McCollum knocks Jefferson out of first in 28-5A

Brackenridge benefits from Cowboys win TEAMS INCLUDED: Brackenridge, Burbank, Edison, Harlandale, Highlands, Jefferson, Lanier, McCollum, Sam Houston, South San, Southside. PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/communities/southside/article/South-Side-s-big-high-schools-seek-to-retain-5757409.php In a match destined to shake up District 28-5A, McCollum (12-8, 4-0) outlasted Jefferson (17-5, 4-1) for a 21-25, 25-13, 25-16, 23-25, 15-12 win last… Read More WEEKLY VOLLEYBALL REPORT: McCollum knocks Jefferson out of first in 28-5A

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VOLLEYBALL: Hornets battling doldrums at end of non-district schedule

East Central falls to Steele, Canyon PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/communities/southside/article/South-Side-s-big-high-schools-seek-to-retain-5757409.php Maybe it’s best to be in a district with eight to 10 teams. That’s a question the UIL might want to consider at some point. For the area’s District 28-6A representatives – East Central, South San and Southwest –… Read More VOLLEYBALL: Hornets battling doldrums at end of non-district schedule

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WEEKEND FOOTBALL ROUNDUP: Hurricanes dominate Burbank in first half for initial win

Southside stays undefeated with rout of Austin Travis TEAMS INCLUDED: Burbank, Central Catholic, Harlandale, Jefferson, Lanier, McCollum, Sam Houston, Southside. Central Catholic receiver William Prouse catches a pass in an earlier game. PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/communities/southside/article/Sam-Houston-s-early-rally-beats-Burbank-5757451.php Sam Houston scored enough in the early stages of the game Friday that… Read More WEEKEND FOOTBALL ROUNDUP: Hurricanes dominate Burbank in first half for initial win

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FOOTBALL: This week’s results (thru Sept. 20)

WEEK 4 SCHEDULE (Sept. 18-20) Thursday’s games District 28-5A Jefferson (1-3, 1-1) 15, Lanier (0-4, 0-2) 14 Non-district (out of area) Boerne (3-1) 34, Antonian (2-1) 0 Corpus Christi Ray (4-0) 17, Laredo United South (2-2) 7 Friday’s games District 27-5A Boerne Champion (4-0, 2-0) 56, Alamo Heights (2-2, 1-1) 31 Floresville (3-1, 1-1) 49, Kennedy (0-4, 0-2) 7 Lockhart (4-0,… Read More FOOTBALL: This week’s results (thru Sept. 20)

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FOOTBALL: Area rankings (thru Sept. 13)

Through Sept. 13 TOP 15: Rank-Team-Last week 1. Holy Cross – 2 2. East Central – 1 3. Southside – 7 4. Southwest – 3 5. Central Catholic – 5 6. South San – 4 7. Harlandale – 6 8. Brackenridge – 8 9. Sam Houston – 9 10. McCollum – 12 11. Highlands… Read More FOOTBALL: Area rankings (thru Sept. 13)

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FOOTBALL: Brackenridge rallies behind passing game to beat Edison

Golden Bears cool after scoring first 3 touchdowns PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/communities/southside/article/Brackenridge-steps-it-up-for-the-win-over-Edison-5757449.php PLEASE FOLLOW THIS STORY LINK TO THE EXPRESS-NEWS STORY: http://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/high_school/high_school_football/article/Lightning-only-delays-Rangers-during-romp-5753963.php Brackenridge did a 180-degree turnaround in Saturday’s District 28-5A game at Alamo Stadium. Edison seemingly had the Eagles on the ropes early in the game, but… Read More FOOTBALL: Brackenridge rallies behind passing game to beat Edison

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FOOTBALL: Week 3 previews (Friday’s games)

# – denotes current San Antonio South Side Sports area ranking FRIDAY Boerne Champion (2-0, 0-0) vs. Memorial (0-2, 0-0) at Edgewood Veterans Stadium, 7:30 p.m. And so the District 27-5A adventure begins for Memorial. It will be a little bit like being tossed into the deep end of the pool, as Boerne Champion certainly is a… Read More FOOTBALL: Week 3 previews (Friday’s games)

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VOLLEYBALL: Area rankings (thru Sept. 10)

Through Sept. 10 TOP 15: Rank-Team-Last week 1. Holy Cross – 2 2. East Central – 1 3. Southwest – 4 4. Highlands – 3 5. Jefferson – 5 6. McCollum – 6 7. Southside – 8 8. South San – 7 9. Harlandale – 10 10. Providence – 9 11. Brackenridge –… Read More VOLLEYBALL: Area rankings (thru Sept. 10)

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FOOTBALL WEEKEND REPORT: Brooks Academy thumps Hawkins, ends long streak

Burbank edges Kennedy for first win; Southside is 2-0 after narrow escape vs. Sam Houston AREA TEAMS INCLUDED: Brooks Academy, Burbank, East Central, Kennedy, Sam Houston, Southside, Southwest. Photos taken by KJ Toso. For more photos or to purchase photos, please visit: kjtoso.photoshelter.com PLEASE FOLLOW THESE LINKS TO THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/communities/southside/article/Apaches-trounce-Knights-5742191.php Roy Bragg’s… Read More FOOTBALL WEEKEND REPORT: Brooks Academy thumps Hawkins, ends long streak

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VOLLEYBALL: This week’s results (thru Sept. 13)

NOTE: teams we cover are in boldface Matches of Sept. 7-13 Monday’s matches no matches scheduled Tuesday’s matches District 27-5A Alamo Heights (26-5, 4-0) 3, Seguin (15-14, 2-2) 0 (25-13, 25-12, 25-9) Floresville (18-11, 2-1) 3, San Marcos (8-12, 0-4) 0 (25-15, 25-16, 25-10) Boerne Champion (9-9, 3-1) 3, Kennedy (3-18 ???, 1-2) 0 (25-8, 25-11, 25-4) Kerrville Tivy (17-9, 3-1)… Read More VOLLEYBALL: This week’s results (thru Sept. 13)

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VOLLEYBALL WEEKLY REPORT: Brack ends losing streak, rises to top in 28-5A

Providence stays unbeaten in 4-4A; Highlands wins pair AREA TEAMS INCLUDED: Brackenridge, East Central, Edison, Harlandale, Highlands, Holy Cross, Lanier, Providence. PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/communities/southside/article/McCollum-surges-to-three-way-tie-for-first-in-5742053.php Everything started falling into place for Brackenridge (6-18, 3-0) recently, after a challenging non-district stretch of the season. As the Eagles hit their first… Read More VOLLEYBALL WEEKLY REPORT: Brack ends losing streak, rises to top in 28-5A

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VOLLEYBALL: McCollum finds consistency, climbs into 28-5A lead

Cowboys to battle Jefferson for share of lead AREA TEAMS INCLUDED: Burbank, Jefferson, McCollum, Sam Houston. PLEASE FOLLOW THIS STORY LINK TO THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/communities/southside/article/McCollum-surges-to-three-way-tie-for-first-in- 5742053.php McCollum’s veteran team is starting to test its limits as it ventures into the District 28-5A season. That is opening some eyes, including those belonging to the… Read More VOLLEYBALL: McCollum finds consistency, climbs into 28-5A lead

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FOOTBALL: Holy Cross can’t overcome adversity in loss to Antonian

Knights lose QB Flores on first possession AREA TEAMS INCLUDED: Holy Cross, football. PLEASE RETURN TO THIS STORY TUESDAY FOR A LINK TO THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE: A promising start for Holy Cross quickly degenerated into a train wreck Saturday at Harlandale Memorial Stadium. The Knights (1-1) moved the ball nearly to midfield on their… Read More FOOTBALL: Holy Cross can’t overcome adversity in loss to Antonian

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FOOTBALL: Area rankings (thru Sept. 6)

Through Sept. 6 TOP 15: Rank-Team-Last Week 1. East Central – 2 2. Holy Cross – 1 3. Southwest – 5 4. South San – 10 5. Central Catholic – 4 6. Harlandale – 3 7. Southside – 12 8. Brackenridge – 6 9. Sam Houston – 11 10. Highlands – 7 11.… Read More FOOTBALL: Area rankings (thru Sept. 6)

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