WEEKLY VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP: Experience, depth lift Holy Cross to three wins, including 3-4A opener

Harlandale, Jefferson and Edison all win two matches Teams included: Brackenridge, Burbank, Edison, Harlandale, Holy Cross, Jefferson, Sam Houston, South San, Young Women’s Leadership Academy. HERE’S A LINK TO THIS STORY ON THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE:  http://www.mysanantonio.com/community/southside/news/article/Volleyball-roundup-for-Southside-Reporter-4800196.php By Mike Considine Holy Cross’ volleyball team has relied on its senior leadership this season, but the Knights… Read More WEEKLY VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP: Experience, depth lift Holy Cross to three wins, including 3-4A opener

FOOTBALL: Week 1 results (complete)

WEEK 1 SCHEDULE (Sept. 5-7) Thursday’s results FOOTBALL Non-district Burbank (1-1) 34, Pearsall (0-2) 6 Friday’s results FOOTBALL Non-district Carrizo Springs (2-0) 37, Edison (0-2) 28 East Central (2-0) 46, Marshall (0-2) 23 Floresville (1-1) 26, Brackenridge (1-1) 21 Antonian (1-1) 42, Holy Cross (1-1) 19 Fredricksburg (1-1) 57, Memorial (1-1) 14 Pleasanton (2-0) 53,… Read More FOOTBALL: Week 1 results (complete)

FOOTBALL: Week 1 results (complete)

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WEEK 1 SCHEDULE (Sept. 5-7) Thursday’s results FOOTBALL Non-district Burbank (1-1) 34, Pearsall (0-2) 6 Friday’s results FOOTBALL Non-district Carrizo Springs (2-0) 37, Edison (0-2) 28 East Central (2-0) 46, Marshall (0-2) 23 Floresville (1-1) 26, Brackenridge (1-1) 21 Antonian (1-1) 42, Holy Cross (1-1) 19 Fredricksburg (1-1) 57, Memorial (1-1)…

VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP: Harlandale slams Wagner to build on runner-up finish at SAISD

Lanier pulls out three-game win over Burbank in 28-4A TEAMS INCLUDED: Burbank, East Central, Fox Tech, Harlandale, Holy Cross, Jefferson, Lanier, Sam Houston, South San, Southside, Young Women’s Leadership Academy. Harlandale (17-5) blasted Wagner (11-10) Tuesday in three games on the heels of an outstanding showing at the SAISD Tournament over the weekend. The Indians… Read More VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP: Harlandale slams Wagner to build on runner-up finish at SAISD

FOOTBALL: Week 1 results

WEEK 1 SCHEDULE (Sept. 5-7) Thursday’s results FOOTBALL Non-district Burbank (1-1) 34, Pearsall (0-2) 6 Friday’s results FOOTBALL Non-district Carrizo Springs (2-0) 37, Edison (0-2) 28 East Central (2-0) 46, Marshall (0-2) 23 Floresville (1-1) 26, Brackenridge (1-1) 21 Antonian (1-1) 42, Holy Cross (1-1) 19 Fredricksburg (1-1) 57, Memorial (1-1) 14 Pleasanton (2-0) 53, Jefferson (0-2) 28 Sam… Read More FOOTBALL: Week 1 results

FOOTBALL: Flores leads Holy Cross to 21-14 victory in Holy Bowl

Edison, Southwest struggle in season debuts Teams included: Central Catholic, Edison, Holy Cross, Southwest. Southside transfer Cisco Flores ran for two touchdowns and passed for another, leading Holy Cross to a 21-14 win over Central Catholic in the 2013 Holy Bowl. The junior broke a 59-yard touchdown run with 11:49 until halftime Thursday to put… Read More FOOTBALL: Flores leads Holy Cross to 21-14 victory in Holy Bowl

FOOTBALL: Week 0 results (updated Aug. 30)

NOTE: teams we cover are in boldface Thursday’s games FOOTBALL Non-district Holy Cross (1-0) 21, Central Catholic (0-1) 14 Laredo United (1-0) 42, Southwest (0-1) 14 Pleasanton (1-0) 40, Edison (0-1) 7 Friday’s games FOOTBALL Non-district Brackenridge (1-0) 63, Sam Houston (0-1) 0 Hays (1-0) 61, Burbank (0-1) 7 Kennedy (1-0) 27, Crystal City (0-1)… Read More FOOTBALL: Week 0 results (updated Aug. 30)

FOOTBALL: Holy Cross favored in Holy Bowl over intriguing Central Catholic

The variable Holy Bowl fans will gain some insight into in tonight’s Holy Cross-Central Catholic game is how much difference a year can make. It’s a given that Central Catholic will be a more competitive team this season than they were in 2012, the Buttons’ first year under Don Byrd. They should be a stronger… Read More FOOTBALL: Holy Cross favored in Holy Bowl over intriguing Central Catholic

VOLLEYBALL: Brackenridge beats Buffaloes in District 28-4A opener

Sam Houston wins close non-district match against Providence   Teams included: Brackenridge, Burbank, East Central, Edison, Fox Tech, Harlandale, Highlands, Holy Cross, Jefferson, Lanier, Providence, South San, Young Women’s Leadership Academy.   Fox Tech served tough and made Brackenridge (5-9, 1-0) battle for points Tuesday at the Buffaloes gym. However, the Eagles were equal to… Read More VOLLEYBALL: Brackenridge beats Buffaloes in District 28-4A opener

VOLLEYBALL Jefferson surges into second place in South San Tourney

South San edges Holy Cross to take third in own tourney HERE’S THE LINK FOR THIS STORY ON THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE: http://www.mysanantonio.com/community/southside/news/article/South-San-tournament-showcases-talent-4762734.php Jefferson rode a wave of momentu m into the championship match Saturday at the South San Tournament. The Mustangs (5-5) defeated Jay 25-22, 25-21 and South San 25-23, 25-17 to reach the… Read More VOLLEYBALL Jefferson surges into second place in South San Tourney

FOOTBALL: 2013 Master Schedule (complete)

NOTE: teams we cover are in boldface INFORMATION: This is a 2013 master schedule for all of our area teams. We have complete schedules for each team and for their districts as well. Opponents, dates, times, locations on this unofficial schedule nonetheless are subject to change. WEEK 0 SCHEDULE (Aug. 29-31) Thursday’s games FOOTBALL Non-district Central… Read More FOOTBALL: 2013 Master Schedule (complete)

VOLLEYBALL Mid-Week Roundup: Juniors lead East Central to sweep of Lee

Holy Cross picks up two more victories Juniors Brandy Campos and Nichole West showed the way as East Central (6-3) recorded an efficient 25–20, 25-19, 25-16 non-district win over Lee Wednesday. The Hornets received 11 digs and eight kills from West. Campos supplied 25 assists at East Central. Kaylin Mills distributed 10 assists and Alex… Read More VOLLEYBALL Mid-Week Roundup: Juniors lead East Central to sweep of Lee

FOOTBALL: Week 0 results (updated Aug. 29)

NOTE: teams we cover are in boldface Thursday’s games FOOTBALL Non-district Holy Cross (1-0) 21, Central Catholic (0-1) 14 Laredo United (1-0) 42, Southwest (0-1) 14 Pleasanton (1-0) 40, Edison (0-1) 7 Friday, Aug. 30 FOOTBALL Non-district Brackenridge (0-0) vs. Sam Houston (0-0) at Wheatley Heights Sports Complex, 7:30 p.m. Burbank (0-0) at Hays (0-0),… Read More FOOTBALL: Week 0 results (updated Aug. 29)

VOLLEYBALL Harlandale executes turnaround in winning own tourney

Memorial claims Edgewood ISD Tournament title Harlandale entered the Harlandale ISD Tournament winless and exited it as champions. The Indians (4-2) defeated Holmes in the semifinals and previously unbeaten Stevens in the title match Saturday at McCollum. Harlandale won its fourth-consecutive tournament match 25-27, 25-15, 25-17 over Stevens (5-1) to finish first. Holy Cross (4-2)… Read More VOLLEYBALL Harlandale executes turnaround in winning own tourney

VOLLEYBALL: Harlandale, Holy Cross thrive in Day 1 at Harlandale Tourney

Memorial wins three matches at Edgewood ISD Tourney Harlandale and undefeated Holy Cross each won all four of its matches during the first day of the Harlandale ISD Tournament, which was played at Harlandale and McCollum. Harlandale (2-2) picked up its first two wins of the season after two tough non-district matches. The Indians won… Read More VOLLEYBALL: Harlandale, Holy Cross thrive in Day 1 at Harlandale Tourney

VOLLEYBALL Mid-Week Roundup: Hurricanes off to strong start in Edgewood ISD Tournament

Memorial defeats YWLA for second-straight day Sam Houston won three matches and lost only two games during the opening day of the Edgewood ISD Tournament Thursday. The unbeaten Hurricanes (5-0) defeated co-host Kennedy 25-12, 11-25, 25-18, won 25-20, 18-25, 25-18 over Eagle Pass Winn and downed Providence 25-10, 25-17. Sam Houston defeated Fox Tech 25-21,… Read More VOLLEYBALL Mid-Week Roundup: Hurricanes off to strong start in Edgewood ISD Tournament

VOLLEYBALL: Knights recover to defeat Jefferson in season opener

Kennedy, Sam Houston, South San and Southwest record sweeps Holy Cross came close to putting away Jefferson in three games Monday  in the season-opener for both teams, but the Mustangs weren’t going down without a fight. The Knights had to rally in Game 4 of the non-district match at Jefferson to claim a 25-19, 25-16,… Read More VOLLEYBALL: Knights recover to defeat Jefferson in season opener

FOOTBALL: 2013 MASTER SCHEDULE (updated August 12, 2013)

NOTE: teams we cover are in boldface INFORMATION: This is a 2013 master schedule for all of our area teams. We have complete schedules for each team and, in most cases, complete schedules for their districts as well. Opponents, dates, times, locations on this unofficial schedule nonetheless are subject to change. WEEK 0 SCHEDULE (Aug. 29-31) Thursday’s games… Read More FOOTBALL: 2013 MASTER SCHEDULE (updated August 12, 2013)

BASEBALL: Southwest’s Salinas proves mettle as all-star with game-winning hit

CLICK HERE FOR THE REST OF THIS STORY ON THE SOUTHSIDE REPORTER WEBSITE. http://www.mysanantonio.com/default/article/All-star-baseball-game-features-South-Side-players-4572890.php If the 30th Valley-Hi Optimist Club All-Star baseball game had taken place during the preseason, rather than after the season had wrapped up, Southwest senior Javier Salinas might not have been chosen to participate. That would have been unfortunate for the… Read More BASEBALL: Southwest’s Salinas proves mettle as all-star with game-winning hit

SOFTBALL: Holy Cross’ dream season ends in region round

By Mike Considine For the second-consecutive year, Holy Cross (23-15-2) established a new standard for its program. The Knights’ season ended Monday, just shy of the TAPPS Class 4A final four. Fort Bend Christian (25-13) of Sugar Land shut out Holy Cross 6-0 in a region-round game at Texas A&M. Eagles pitcher Elizabeth Fox limited… Read More SOFTBALL: Holy Cross’ dream season ends in region round

WEEKEND SPORTS ROUNDUP: McCollum loss ends year for local baseball teams

Holy Cross softball only area team still alive in playoffs By Mike Considine And then there was one. Holy Cross’ softball squad is the last local team standing after the second week of the playoffs. Six area UIL baseball teams were eliminated in the bi-district round and Central Catholic lost in the TAPPS area round,… Read More WEEKEND SPORTS ROUNDUP: McCollum loss ends year for local baseball teams

Softball roundup (for week of April 21-27, 2013)

THIS STORY CONTAINS INFO ABOUT: Holy Cross, Edison, Brackenridge, and Jefferson (in order) FOR A FULL STORY ON SOUTHSIDE VS. McCOLLUM baseball (April 27, 2013 @ Frank Tejeda Complex), click here: http://www.mysanantonio.com/default/article/McCollum-boys-reach-playoffs-with-victory-over-4473139.php FOR INFO ABOUT: Southwest and Harlandale, click here: http://www.mysanantonio.com/default/article/High-school-sports-roundup-4473144.php Knights overpower Northland Christian, move on to regional round   By Mike Considine Holy… Read More Softball roundup (for week of April 21-27, 2013)

SPORTS ROUNDUP: Holy Cross softball advances with decisive win; Southwest on hold until Monday

Harlandale, Kennedy improve placings in 29-4A baseball finales Holy Cross, Southwest return to action Monday By Mike Considine The same storm that took the fun out of the Fiesta Flambeau parade put a damper on Southwest’s plans, too – even before a drop of rain fell. A few hours earlier, however, Holy Cross (23-14-2) was… Read More SPORTS ROUNDUP: Holy Cross softball advances with decisive win; Southwest on hold until Monday