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Athens 57, Gilmer 49

By Elwyn Henderson The Gilmer Buckeyes began Phase 3 of the 2025 high school football season Friday night in Henderson when they took on the Athens Hornets in a Class 4A DII Bi-District playoff contest. Athens came into the game with an 8-2 season record after finishing second in district play behind Carthage, favored by…

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The Texas High School Coaches Association Announces the Walmart Academic All-State Teams for Cross Country, Team Tennis, Volleyball, and Water Polo

SAN MAROCS, TX (November 13, 2025) – The Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) and Walmart are proud to announce the 2025-26 Academic All-State Teams for Cross Country, Team Tennis, Volleyball, and Water Polo. The Academic All-State Award honors senior student-athletes who demonstrate exceptional commitment both in the classroom and in competition. To access list of…

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⚔️ Playoff Preview: Gilmer Buckeyes vs. Athens Hornets

The Gilmer Buckeyes (4-6, 3-2 District 7-4A DII) are set to begin their 25th consecutive playoff run against the Athens Hornets (8-2, 4-1 District 8-4A DII) in the UIL 4A Division II Region II Bi-District Round. This matchup pits the third seed from District 7 against the second seed from District 8.   Game Details  …

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Key decision leads Vercillo and Frost to Yamaha Bassmaster Redfish Cup Championship win

Tony Vercillo and Darren Frost have won the 2025 Yamaha Bassmaster Redfish Cup Championship presented by Skeeter with a three-day total of 41 pounds, 1 ounce. Photo by Dalton Tumblin/B.A.S.S. Nov. 9, 2025 Key decision leads Vercillo and Frost to Yamaha Bassmaster Redfish Cup Championship win PORT ARANSAS, Texas — Calling an audible at the line of scrimmage yielded the…

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Fothergill and Jordan remain atop Yamaha Bassmaster Redfish Cup Championship

Easton Fothergill and Clark Jordan Jr. maintain the lead on Day 2 of the 2025 Yamaha Bassmaster Redfish Cup Championship presented by Skeeter with a two-fish total of 33 pounds, 11 ounces. Photo by Dalton Tumblin/B.A.S.S. Nov. 8, 2025 Fothergill and Jordan remain atop Yamaha Bassmaster Redfish Cup Championship PORT ARANSAS, Texas — Early productivity played a key role…

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Gilmer 50, North Lamar 7

By Elwyn Henderson       The Gilmer Buckeyes successfully closed out their 2025 regular season on Senior Night at Jeff Traylor Stadium in Gilmer Friday night with a 50-7 plastering of the winless North Lamar Panthers in a District 7-4A DII contest. The win pushes Gilmer to 4-6 on the season and 3-2 in district…

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