Sports

The Van Vandals made the trek to White Oak on Tuesday night, continuing their preparations for what is expected to be a sprint to the finish in a crowded District 14-4A race. Van would come up short in the contest, falling victim to two big innings in an 11-6 loss.

Van High School senior Bo Pipes was joined by family and friends as he signed his letter of intent to compete in archery for Lindsey Wilson College in Kentucky March 11. District officials stated, “We are so proud of him and can’t wait to keep up with his success.”

The Edgewood Bulldogs and Grand Saline Indians met up on the diamond for the first time this season on Tuesday night, battling in the District 12-3A opener for both squads.

The Canton Eaglettes put together an impressive showing on the diamond last week, opening District 14-4A play with a 13-1 rout of the Van Lady Vandals. The game was never much in doubt as Canton scored runs in all six innings played on their way to victory.

The Wills Point Lady Tiger softball program officially hit the most important stretch of their season last week, kicking off District 14-4A play on the road against the Brownsboro Bearettes.

Wills Point High School junior Mady Garcia capped a stellar lifting season by winning the Class 4A State Powerlifting Championship in the 259 lb. weight class March 18.

The Wills Point Tiger track and field program sent competitors to Farmersville March 17 to compete at the annual Farmer Relays.

The Canton Eagles hit the ground running last week, lighting up the scoreboard in both the first and second innings on their way to a 9-3 triumph over Redwater March 18.

The Wills Point Tiger baseball program continued to inch its way towards the start of district play last week, traveling to Lindale to take on a solid Eagles squad. Lindale would ultimately prevail in the contest, getting three strong pitching performances in a 3-0 win over the Tigers.

Eaglette, Lady Vandal and Lady Tiger lifters had their opportunity to compete against some of the top athletes from across the area at the Region 3 Division II Meet in Mabank March 4.