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Eaglettes down Lady Tigers, Lady Panthers

Body The Canton Eaglettes renewed their longstanding rivalry with Wills Point Jan. 7, playing host to the Wills Point Lady Tigers. Canton would go on to prevail in the contest, fending off a stiff Wills Point challenge to secure a 53-44 victory.
Ashtyn Norrell was one of three Canton players, along with Shameir Quimby and Hannah Cordell, to score in double figures during the Eaglettes’ district opening win over Wills Point. Photo by Lianna Reid

Tigers start fast in 56-41 win

Body The Wills Point Tigers put the finishing touches on non-district play last week, wrapping up a first half with 56-41 triumph over Alba-Golden Jan. 7.
The Wills Point Tigers finished non-district play with an 11-10 record overall, including a 56-41 win over the Alba-Golden Panthers Jan. 7. Photo courtesy of WPHS Yearbook staff

Lady Mustangs claim Caprock title

Body The Martins Mill Lady Mustangs joined some of the top programs from across the country in Lubbock last week, competing in the Double T Smiles bracket of the annual Caprock Classic.
The Martins Mill Lady Mustangs went 4-0 at the Caprock Tournament in Lubbock last week, defeating Wildorado, Merkel, Sands and Panhandle. Jada Celsur was named Tournament MVP for her performance, while Mattie Burns, Kylee Lookabaugh and Libby Rogers were all named to the All-Tournament Team. Courtesy photo

Mustangs take third at Caprock Classic

Body The Martins Mill Mustangs hit the road to go west following the holiday break, traveling to Lubbock Dec. 29-31 to compete in the 62 nd annual Caprock Classic.

Eaglettes close non-district with win

Body The Canton Eaglettes put the finishing touches on a successful non-district campaign on Tuesday, picking up a 55- 44 road win against the Hawkins Lady Hawks.
Amari Welch and the Canton Eaglettes will hit the most important stretch of their season this week with the start of District 14-4A play Jan. 7. Photo by Lianna Reid

Lady Dogs win consolation bracket

Body More than 100 programs from across the country, including the Edgewood Lady Dogs, returned to competitive action following the Christmas holiday at the annual Caprock Classic in Lubbock last week.

Lady Vandals strike gold at Quitman

Body The Van Lady Vandals hit the road last week, participating in their final tournament of the season in Quitman Dec. 28- 29. The Lady Vandals would go 3-0 overall at the two-day event, notching wins over Emory Rains, Scurry-Rosser and Bland on their way to the title.

Tigers close in on district play

Body The Wills Point Tigers stayed busy despite the holiday break last week, hitting the court multiple times over a three-day span while competing at the annual Leonard Varsity Tournament. Wills Point fared well overall, going 2-2 in four competitive efforts.

Lady Tigers win Quitman Tourney

Body The Wills Point Lady Tigers put together an impressive showing during their final tournament appearance of the season last week, dominating play from start to finish to claim this year’s Quitman Varsity Tournament.
Antronea Jackson was one of three Wills Point players, including Kinley Collins and Emma Todoroff, to earn an All-Tournament selection at Quitman’s annual event Dec. 28-29. Photo by David Kapitan

Canton Eagles stay busy during holiday break

Body The Canton Eagles spent plenty of time on the hardwood during the recent holiday break, competing at the Paris Tournament Dec. 28-30 before squaring off against a talented Lindale squad to open the new year.
Chantson Prox directs traffic as he brings the ball into the front court during non-district play earlier this season. Photo by Lianna Reid
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