StatsPlus: Basketball

 
NEW! Feb. 7 edition
StatsPlus: Full hoops coverage in our weekly numbers package.

 

Basketball

> Boys' stats   > Standings

> Girls' stats   > Standings

 
University's Calvin Richardson (21) is fouled by Midway's Devin Edwards in the second half.
University's Calvin Richardson (21) is fouled by Midway's Devin Edwards in the second half.

University boys beat Midway, lock up district title, 63-42

The Trojans rolled by the Panthers to clinch the No. 1 playoff seed and at least a share of the District 8-4A title.

University's Chris Harris (43) scores past Stephenville's Brice Gunter (55) in the first half.
University's Chris Harris (43) scores past Stephenville's Brice Gunter (55) in the first half.

University rout sets up showdown with Midway

The Trojans maintained a one-game lead over Midway with three games to play, and they face each other Tuesday.

Waco ISD athletic director Johanna Denson,  Waco High coach Danny Ramsey (right) and University coach Matt Carroll will compete in District 8-4A.
Waco ISD athletic director Johanna Denson (center), Waco High coach Danny Ramsey (right) and University coach Matt Carroll will compete with Metroplex schools in District 8-4A.

REALIGNMENT: Coaches mostly happy in new homes

Area coaches flocked to the Region 12 Education Service Center on Thursday to find out their opposition for the next two years.

Chavoun Childers and Midway lost to Belton last season after beating the Tigers in 2010.
Chavoun Childers and Midway lost to Belton last season after beating the Tigers in 2010.

Midway will take on big boys in Class 5A

The Panthers are going to the state's top classification for the first time. They will compete in District 8-5A, along with Belton, Copperas Cove, Ellison, Harker Heights, Killeen, Shoemaker and Temple.

La Vega's Michael Starts, the Trib's No. 1-rated recruit in the area, is going to Texas Tech.
La Vega's Michael Starts, the Trib's No. 1-rated recruit in the area, is going to Texas Tech.

Area standouts make college picks official

Athletes from La Vega, Midway, Waco High and more took their talents to the next level Wednesday.

Midway's Darius Littlejohn (left) defends a shot from Waco High's Jamir Garner.
Midway's Darius Littlejohn (left) defends a shot from Waco High's Jamir Garner.

High school hoops: Stewart's hot hand fuels Midway, 87-82

Orion Stewart committed to play football at Baylor on Monday, then he dropped 34 points on rival Waco High on Tuesday.

Kramer Robertson
Kramer Robertson

Midway's Robertson verbally commits to LSU

Midway junior shortstop Kramer Robertson committed to play baseball for LSU on Monday.

Midway's Orion Stewart (23) and Killeen's Jamison Hicks battle for a rebound.
Midway's Orion Stewart (23) and Killeen's Jamison Hicks battle for a rebound.

Midway boys rip Killeen, 73-47

The Panthers stayed within reach of district leader University with an easy win over the Kangaroos.

Shooting guard Adonis Haven (right) has helped give the 22-6 Trojans an added jolt en route to a 4-0 District 8-4A start.
Shooting guard Adonis Haven (right) has helped give the 22-6 Trojans an added jolt en route to a 4-0 District 8-4A start.

New look, new life in University hoops squad

A fresh school, coach and uniforms have helped the Trojans take aim at a deep playoff run.

Lorena's Erin Sims (right) battles La Vega's Faith Gibson for a first-half rebound.
Lorena's Erin Sims (right) battles La Vega's Faith Gibson for a first-half rebound.

#24 Lorena girls prove point to La Vega, 61-31

The Lady Leopards avenged a loss in the district opener to take control of District 19-3A.

University's Kennrich Williams shoots over Midway's Darius Littlejohn in Friday night's battle of District 8-4A rivals.
University's Kennrich Williams shoots over Midway's Darius Littlejohn in Friday night's battle of District 8-4A rivals.

University boys too deep for Midway, 63-53

The Trojans are alone in first place in District 8-4A after the win over the Panthers.

William Stinnett (right) is averaging 19 points and 8.6 rebounds for the undefeated Pirates.
William Stinnett (right) is averaging 19 points and 8.6 rebounds for the undefeated Pirates.

Top-ranked La Vega boys on 23-0 ride

The Pirates' unbeaten run gains strength and notoriety with each passing win, and not just on the streets of Bellmead anymore.

Katie Andrie gives China Spring the lead for the good, 49-47 with 24 seconds left in the fourth quarter, while being fouled by Connally's Heather Reed.
Katie Andrie gives China Spring the lead for the good, 49-47 with 24 seconds left in the fourth quarter, while being fouled by Connally's Heather Reed.

China Spring girls top Connally, 50-47

The Lady Cougars remained tied with Lorena and La Vega atop District 19-3A at 3-1.

Mart seniors (from left) Terrell Pride, Hunter Dawson and Leonard Williams led the young Panthers to the Class 1A Division I state semifinals this season.
Mart seniors (from left) Terrell Pride, Hunter Dawson and Leonard Williams led the young Panthers to the Class 1A Division I state semifinals this season.

Jinx Tucker Award: Mart met challenges on and off field

For getting every last drop out of its season, and the strength the team and community showed in the face of adversity, Mart is the Tribune-Herald 's 2011 Jinx Tucker Award winner.

Will Hines has reopened his recruitment and is considering Arkansas, along with his original choice, Missouri.
Will Hines has reopened his recruitment and is considering Arkansas, along with his original choice, Missouri.

Realignment changes plans for Waco High recruit

Will Hines didn't plan on playing in the SEC before, but he's committed to it now - though not necessarily at the school he first committed to.

Midway's Shakiel Randolph (33),  Anthony Degrate (22) and Chrishard Buhl (11) battle Waco High's Patrick Bean (23) for a first-half rebound.
Midway's Shakiel Randolph (33), Anthony Degrate (22) and Chrishard Buhl (11) battle Waco High's Patrick Bean (23) for a first-half rebound.

High school hoops: Midway boys top Waco High, 59-56

The Midway boys' basketball team needed a win in a bad way, and they got one Friday. But it wasn't easy.

The Midway girls' soccer team gets fired up before last year's state semifinal game against Frisco Wakeland.
The Midway girls' soccer team gets fired up before last year's state semifinal game against Frisco Wakeland.

High school soccer season preview: Pantherettes renew pursuit of summit

As the high school soccer season officially begins today, the Midway girls return six starters from last season’s 23-1-5 team, and two of them, seniors Aleah Davis and Anna Dorsett, were Super Centex first-teamers.


Our top honorees are Waco High RB Darrell Harris (left) and Lorena LB Jakob Coker, the offensive and defensive players of the year.

Super Centex Football Team: Waco High, Lorena stars led emotionally, physically

Waco High running back Darrell Harris and Lorena linebacker Jakob Coker grabbed the top honors on the Trib's annual team.

Abbott running back Tyler Russell (left) and coach Terry Crawford led the Panthers to the state semifinals to earn top honors on the Super Centex team.
Abbott running back Tyler Russell (left) and coach Terry Crawford led the Panthers to the state semifinals to earn top Super Centex honors.

Super Centex 6-man Football Team: Productive back paved Abbott's path

Tyler Russell, this year's Super Centex Six-Man Player of the Year, racked up 2,816 yards and 46 touchdowns while leading the Panthers to an 11-3 record.

 

Super Centex awards

Super Centex Football Team: Waco High, Lorena stars led emotionally, physically

Waco High running back Darrell Harris and Lorena linebacker Jakob Coker grabbed the top honors on the Trib's annual team.

Super Centex 6-man Football Team: Productive back paved Abbott's path

Abbott running back Tyler Russell (left) and coach Terry Crawford led the Panthers to the state semifinals to earn top honors on the Super Centex team.

Tyler Russell, this year's Super Centex Six-Man Player of the Year, racked up 2,816 yards and 46 touchdowns while leading the Panthers to an 11-3 record.

Super Centex Volleyball 2011: Senior made Gatesville a force

Senior Glynna Johnson, who led Gatesville to a 37-win season, is the Super Centex Player of the Year.

As Glynna Johnson became as comfortable with off-speed shots as with the booming kills she's known for, she turned into one of the most feared players in the area.

NEW: Meet the cheerleaders, drum majors 2011




Meet the University JV cheerleaders 2011

Trojan spirit marches on at University.

 

Meet the 2011 Bruceville-Eddy JV cheerleaders

Eagle spirit soars in Bruceville-Eddy.

 

Meet the 2011 La Vega cheerleaders

There's spirit a-plenty in Pirate waters.

 

Meet the 2011 Midway JV cheerleaders

This crew helps spirit soar in Panther Nation.

 

Meet the 2011 Mexia cheerleaders

There's plenty of spirit for all sports in Black Cat Country.

 

Meet the 2011 Lorena cheerleaders

School spirit is spot-on in Land of the Leopards.

 

Meet the 2011 TCA cheerleaders

School spirit is in the Stars at Texas Christian Academy.

 

Meet the drill team of Bruceville-Eddy 2011

These girls make sure the halftime shows are great in Eagle Country.

 

Meet the University cheerleaders 2011

There's plenty of Purple Pride with this Trojan squad.

 

Meet the 2011 Waco High cheerleaders

Hip-hip-hooray for the scarlet, white and gray. Go Lions!

 

Meet the 2011 Itasca cheerleaders

The Cats are filled with spirit and ready for football!

 

Meet the Connally cheerleaders 2011

This white-and-blue crew keeps Cadet spirit in tip-top shape.

 

Meet the 2011 Midway varsity cheerleaders

This red-and-blue crew is bursting with Panther Pride.

 

Meet the Groesbeck cheerleaders 2011

The Goats are ready for a great season filled with spirit.

 

Meet the 2011 Mart cheerleaders

Panther Pride is alive and well with this squad.

 

Meet the 2011 Reicher cheerleaders

It's easy to catch the Cougar spirit. Just give a holler!

 

Meet the McGregor cheerleaders 2011

The Bulldog sidelines will be brimming with spirit.

 

Meet the 2011 Crawford cheerleaders

Team spirit will be off the charts in Pirate Country.

 

Meet the 2011 West cheerleaders

This squad will keep the rah-rahs rollin' in Trojan Country.

 

Meet the 2011 Axtell cheerleaders

All for the Longhorns will stand up and holler!

 

Meet the 2011 La Vega drum majors

The Pirate band will be playing loud and proud this season.

 

Meet the Bosqueville cheerleaders 2011

The Bulldogs are bubbling with excitement!

 

Meet the 2011 Hubbard cheerleaders

Jaguar spirit is alive and well, so get ready to yell!

 

Meet the 2011 Riesel cheerleaders

This squad keeps the Indian school spirit soaring.

 

Meet the 2011 Midway drum majors

Panther Pride is on the march with these leaders.

 

Meet the 2011 China Spring drum majors

The music always is mighty in Cougar Country.

 
 
 

StatsPlus: Basketball

 
NEW! Feb. 7 edition
StatsPlus: Full hoops coverage in our weekly numbers package.

 

Basketball

> Boys' stats   > Standings

> Girls' stats   > Standings

 

Twitter

 

Follow us — @WacoTribSports

Parade All-America

 
 
 

RSSRSS feeds

Get all our content delivered straight to your news reader in RSS, RSS2 and Atom formats.
» Get feed for this section:  RSS  RSS2  Atom

 

Buy, sell & more

 

 

 

Waco marketplace

 


  

Home | News | Sports | Business | Entertainment | Lifestyles | Opinion | Events | Classifieds | Blogs | Archive | Customer Service | Multimedia | Advertise | Site Map