March 2023

1937-2023 A service to celebrate the life of James Palmer “Jerry” Thormahlen was scheduled for Saturday, March 25, 2023, at 1 p.m. at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers in Lubbock.

The Van Vandals found themselves in two markedly different games over the past week, clashing with Daingerfield in an offensive slugfest before battling White Oak in a closely contested pitchers duel.

The Wills Point Lady Tiger powerlifting program was well represented at the Class 4A Division II Meet March 17, sending three lifters to compete against the state’s best at the Comerica Center in Frisco.

DAVID KAPITAN sports@vanzandtnews.com The Grand Saline Lady Indians gave their playoff hopes a needed boost this week, downing Lone Oak 5-1 March 21 to notch their second win in District 12-3A play.

Harding University announced the hiring of Weston Jameson as its new head men’s basketball coach March 16.

The University Interscholastic League’s Lone Star Cup is awarded annually to six high schools, one in each of the six UIL classifications (1A, 2A, 3A, 4A, 5A and 6A).

The Canton Eaglettes improved upon their already stellar 15-4 record this week, winning both scheduled contests to improve to 17-4. Canton would open the week with a Wednesday matinee on the road against Henderson.

The Edgewood Lady Dogs hit the road March 17, traveling to Lone Oak to take on the Lady Buffaloes in a matchup of District 12-3A foes. Edgewood would seize control of the contest, plating five runs in the first two innings on their way to an 8-4 win.

Wills Point High School standout student-athlete Cole Roberts was joined by his family, friends and WPISD faculty as he signed his letter of intent with Northeast Texas Community College.

DAVID KAPITAN sports@vanzandtnews.com The Grand Saline Indians continued to make their way through District 12-3A play last week, traveling to Lone Oak to clash with the Buffaloes March 21.