Catch all the action from our Vandegrift crew for Thursday night's match-up:
Vandegrift Vipers vs. Ellison Eagles
6:45 Pregame, 7:00 Kickoff
Vandegrift Crew: Merle Bertrand, Scott Schaffner, Hank Hudson, Zach Lucero
An unforgettable season comes to an end with a defending State Championship for the girls and State Runner-Up title for the boys of Boerne Champion.
The Chargers came into the UIL 5A race a favorite, but so were a few other teams. Both boys & girls teams went into the day against some tough competition, and they performed exceptionally well.
<p>The Lady Chargers, came out of Regionals as runner-up to Dripping Springs, but went into today ready to win it all. Leading the team was junior, Anastacia Gonzales. Finishing 3rd over all with a time of 17:32, "Chachi", as she goes by, was the first in for the Chargers. Gonzales said she could really feel it at the 2 mile mark, but wouldn't stop, "I just told myself the entire time I just had to do it for the team, and stay strong- and the last 300meters I just gave it all." As McKenzie Bailey from Georgetown High School came creeping up on her at the finish line, she reminded herself that every point mattered and held out for 3rd and a spot on the podium. </p><p><br></p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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</p><p><br></p><p>Shortly after Chachi, was junior Kate Williams at 17:54 and a spot in the top 10! Molly Breuer(12), Savanna Alt(12), and Josey Whitaker(10) were the other top runners for the State Champions. The girls left it all on the line, and showed true teamwork to earn that title. </p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-9787720712654893" data-ad-slot="8738871937" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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<small class="image-media media-caption" placeholder="Add Photo Caption...">Kate Williams & Ava Rideout </small></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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</p><p><br></p><p>The boys took to the course following the girls, looking to do better than their 3rd place finish in 2019 and they did that! The boys finished 2nd overall with only Grapevine ahead of them. Leading the team was Senior, Foster Wilfong with a final time of 14:58. Foster competed in the UIL State race all four years of his high school career, and this year he finished 4th overall. Foster will continue his running career in college, but currently between a few schools. Helping the team to its runner-up finish was also Christopher Martinez (12), Camden Vicknair (11), Devin Duran(12) and Hunter Lampkin (11). The team averaged a time of 15:51 on the 5K and finished with a total of 104 points.</p><p><br></p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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<small class="image-media media-caption" placeholder="Add Photo Caption...">Foster Wilfong sprinting to 4th place Finish</small></p><p><br></p><p><strong>For more sports coverage, follow <a href="http://vype.com/" target="_blank">VYPE</a></strong><strong> (VYPE Texas Facebook and @VYPESATX Instagram/Twitter) on social media.</strong></p><p>Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.</p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-9787720712654893" data-ad-slot="8738871937" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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uil 5a cross country
cross country state champions
cross country state runner up
anastacia gonzales
mckenzie bailey
kate williams
molly breuer
savanna alt
josey whitaker
foster wilfong
christopher martinez
camden vicknair
devin duran
hunter lampkin
san antonio high school sports
texas high school sports
boerne champion cross country
When it comes to winning District Championships, George Ranch girls cross country is one of the best in the business.
The school, which has been open for just 11 years, just won its 10th district title a few weeks ago, with the past five years coming in Class 6A. For coach Alicia Dutch, getting to this point of consistency took laying the ground work many years ago.
"We made sure they were groomed through the years to be able to compete on this level," Dutch said. "They have had a tremendous trust in themselves and the leadership that has transitioned during the program. Since 5A and 6A girls programs in Texas are still growing in competition with the 5K compared to other states, coaching and learning how to program practices to fit the needs of the runners each year is a challenge that has taken on very well."
<p><br></p><div class="rm-embed embed-media"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">This was a historical day as this was George Ranch's TENTH District Championship in the 11 years the school has been open from 2010 to present! This is A HUGE testiment of the growth and dedication of this program with our Girls' Cross Country team!!<br> 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆 <a href="https://t.co/tkZ0Q7rHK9">pic.twitter.com/tkZ0Q7rHK9</a><br>— Coach Alicia Dutch (@GRHSgirlxctrack) <a href="https://twitter.com/GRHSgirlxctrack/status/1321498556340031489?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 28, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script></div><p><br></p><p>Dutch took over the George Ranch program in 2013. </p><p>Since that time, the 2020 district title marked the eighth-straight for the program and ninth-straight for the school. Having a run like that sets the "sets the high expectations" for all current and future runners who don the Longhorns' colors even in a year as unprecedented as 2020 has been. </p><p>"Our athletes are extremely grateful that UIL provided our cross country programs with an opportunity to live up to accomplishing this feat again," Dutch said. "Coming into new district this year also kept us on our toes since meets were limited with teams, we were unable to see all of our competition prior to district. It had our athletes doing their homework of rankings and seeking times of the other schools we were going to eventually compete against. </p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-9787720712654893" data-ad-slot="8738871937" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><p>"They are trained to know their competition and to also BE the competition." </p><p>So where does it all start for George Ranch girls cross country - the middle school. </p><p>Even coming off 2019, which saw 11 seniors graduate from the cross country program, the George Ranch cross country program still had solid numbers, mainly because athletes from other sports also run with the team. </p><p>"Although, we are labeled as an individual sport, prior to pre-COVID restrictions, we have the big advantages of running the entire team at meets and do not have to make cuts compared to other sports," Dutch said. "We have the support of our campus and district athletic administration that values how we run our programs at our campuses which keeps athletes coming from various sports. This year alone we had eight soccer athletes that came out to be a part of the cross country program. Mutli and Dual-Sport athletes seem to enjoy using this sport to stay on shape as well." </p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-9787720712654893" data-ad-slot="8738871937" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><p>At the district meet, freshman Haley Moffett impressed Dutch with a second place finish and was the top runner for the team. Moffett also plays soccer </p><p>"Knowing what she is capable of without having her full time is rewarding because as a coach you get to see the raw gift and talent one has," Dutch said of Moffett. </p><p><br></p><div class="rm-embed embed-media"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">You're looking at your 6th place team out of 16 at the Region III-6A XC Championships during Covid-19 GRHS had 2 in the top 14 places! This ties our best finish of 6th from 2017 team. <br><br>Sidenote: Turn your phones to the side! 😂😂 <a href="https://t.co/fbZz0wz68H">pic.twitter.com/fbZz0wz68H</a><br>— Coach Alicia Dutch (@GRHSgirlxctrack) <a href="https://twitter.com/GRHSgirlxctrack/status/1326347667560157187?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 11, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script></div><p><br></p><p>Heading into the Regional Championships, George Ranch was seeking to send some runners to Round Rock. </p><p>At the Region III-6A Championships on November 10, George Ranch took sixth place overall out of 16 teams and had two of the top 14 finishers. With their finishes Haley Harkrider and Madison Haldiman punched their ticket to the state meet, set to be ran tomorrow in Round Rock. </p>"[Haley Harkrider] has been the biggest performer this year as she has taken home the individual 1st place title four times this season," Dutch said after the district championships. "She has been a huge asset to the program and has been the lead of the team throughout the season ... Haldiman always brings the heat and finishes in the top three spots for our Longhorns"<span></span><br><br><p>Harkrider and Haldiman will represent George Ranch in the morning at the UIL 6A State Cross Country Championships. <span></span></p><p><br></p>
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Dobie's Gerard Joseph
By Andy Tolbert
As we get back to the fields of play, let's take a look at what we have to look forward to in Pasadena ISD.
Michael Lomas, Pasadena Football
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<p>The Pasadena Eagles have struggled this season but one of the lead birds in the nest in big back Michael Lomas. The senior can move piles between the tackles and is fleet of foot when he gets to the second and third levels.</p>Alex Mateo, Pasadena Memorial Football
<img lazy-loadable="true" src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yNDc5NzkxNi9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYxMDI0NjkyM30.I5K03DWgHoGXm8p9zpPIKj_QehGZPYZ1mUqQpFiX2Q4/img.jpg?width=980" id="6c2b0" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="11df4eb10587ad26a93e0fb6728f471b" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" /><p>Everyone needs someone to lean on. Well QB Luke Giron's best body guard and OL Alex Mateo. Mateo anchors the OL, which propels the run-oriented offense. Mateo and his crew are trying to push the Mavs into the postseason. </p>Gerard Joseph, Dobie Football
<img lazy-loadable="true" src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yNDc5NzkzMy9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYyMzM4MjYwOH0.fvjpRYyxgFGn6O53XCX-N_2GAItCwcV0FE1Mn1JKUaA/img.jpg?width=980" id="4a6e1" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="1d5358c7690ca4d8f6cf72bcfdbc78d4" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" /><p>Ok, we know how good the Dobie offense is, but what about the defense? The Longhorns have a stud in Gerard Joseph -- a 6-foot-4 defensive end who can get after the QB. Joseph has the length and strength to play at the college level and has already picked up an offer from TSU. </p>Kendrick Banks, South Houston Football
<img lazy-loadable="true" src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yNDc5NzkyNy9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY2NTE2OTgzNH0.FPMEupfTxwxZHKCS7KGLEsxF5AcB5-vmiI6MHC7fyDE/img.jpg?width=980" id="91ff1" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="0795892991a2c17e99db743a5d59aca4" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" /><p>Running the show at SOHO is Kendrick Banks, who is a talented dual-threat QB. Banks is dangerous when plays break down with his ability to expend plays outside the pocket. The junior still has the Trojans in the mix for a playoff berth. He can play multiple positions. </p>Natalie Onozie, Dobie Volleyball
<img lazy-loadable="true" src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yNDc5Nzk0My9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYzMzY3MzIyNH0.tcI__bX391ZaZYFtLUm_LQJg_O5v_nTRNm48AkxucdQ/img.jpg?width=980" id="d1182" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="1ee87b281098869f42e75cdd97ebc3fc" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" /><p>Natalie Onozie led the Dobie Longhorns to a second-place finish in District 22-6A this season. Dobie fell in the first round put Onozie returns as the centerpiece next season for the Longhorns. She's a tremendous setter and defensive specialist. </p>
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