Sports

Body The Van Vandals played host to Mineola on Tuesday night, looking to build some early season momentum as the start of district play looms just over the horizon.

Body The Wills Point Tiger tennis program continued to navigate its way through the spring season last week, hitting the court in Longview for the annual Lobo Invitational March 4.

Body The Martins Mill Lady Mustangs made their way to what has essentially become their home away from home this week, hitting the court at the Alamodome in San Antonio for a 2A State Semifinal matchup against the 35-2 Stamford Lady Dawgs March 4.

Body Sophomore Kate Lindsey makes an entry pass into the post around the outstretched arms of a Stamford defender. The Martins Mill Lady Mustangs finished the 2021-’22 season with a 36-4 record overall and an appearance in the Class 2A State Semifinal.

Body What is better on a chilly winter’s day than a big bowl of just about any kind of soup, stew or chili? Chances are good if you hunt, you have some venison or wild pork in your freezer which can become the main ingredient for a tasty meal.

Body The Martins Mill Lady Mustangs and Edgewood Lady Dogs each hit the floor with a golden opportunity to advance to the UIL State Basketball Tournament in San Antonio.

Body The Wills Point Lady Tigers hit the field just once last week, traveling to Kerens for a matchup against the Lady Cats Feb. 22. Wills Point would fall victim to a shaky defensive effort in the contest, losing 14-1 in a 4.5 inning contest.

Body The Canton Eaglettes hit the field for a rare Monday night game this week, playing host to Paris in an early non-district showdown. Canton would make it look easy in the contest, scoring at least four runs in three different innings on their way to a 14-4 rout.

Body The Canton baseball program hit the ground running last week, competing four times over two days at the annual Grand Saline Tournament. The Eagles fared well overall, going 3-1 with their lone setback coming on the final day of the event.

Body The Terrell Lady Tigers hit the field against Kaufman last week, looking to maintain their perfect district record while also completing the season sweep of the Lady Lions.