Tenaha Track Headed to Regional Meet - April 20, 2013
Submitted by Brenda Farmer

Front Row: De'Andre Thomas, TJ Thomas; 2nd row: JR Hill, Seth Wyatt; 3rd Row: DeAaron Roland, Chavis Gregory, Cobe Caraway

The High School Boys and Girls track teams recently competed at the Area Track Meet in Cushing. There were several students who advanced to the Regional Track meet that will be held Friday, April 26 at Palestine ISD.

Advancing for the Boys are:
100 Meter Dash - 1st Cobe Caraway
200 Meter Dash - 1st Cobe Caraway
200 Meter Dash – 3rd TJ Thomsas
400 Meter Dash - 1st Seth Wyatt
4x200 Meter Relay - 1st De’Andre Thomas, TJ Thomas, Keontas Davis, Cobe Caraway, JR Hill, Chavis Gregory
4x400 Meter Realy – 3rd De’Andre Thomas, Seth Wyatt, JR Hill, TJ Thomas, Keontas Davis, Chavis Gregory
Long Jump – 3rd Keontas Davis
Triple Jump – 4th JR Hill
Shot Put – 3rd De’Aaron Roland

Advancing for the Girls are:
100 Meter Dash – 1st Courtney Edwards
200 Meter Dash – 2nd Courtney Edwards
4X100 Meter Relay – 4th Sabrina Koller, Shantivia Gray, Tiara Williams, Alyssa Harris
4x200 Meter Relay – 2nd Tiara Willliams, LaPorsha Perry, Alyssa Harris, Courtney Edwards
4x400 Meter Relay – 4th Sabrina Koller, Ashlee Ray, Tiara Williams, LaProsha Perry
Discus – 1st Ashton Griffin, 3rd Ashlee Ray
Shot Put – 2nd Ashton Griffin

Front row: Sabrina Koller, Courtney Edwards, Shantivia Gray; Back Row: Ashlee Ray, Alyssa Harris, Tiara Williams, LaPorsha Perry, Ashton Griffin

Center Track Advances to Regional Competition - April 19, 2013
Submitted by Jenny Cassell

Center High School Track teams competed in the 19-AAA/20-AAA Area Meet on Wednesday, April 17th. Ten athletes will be advancing to the Regional Meet held in Humble, TX. on Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April 27th.

Qualifying in the following events were:

Girls 4x100 meter relay: Ashley Sigler, Jasmine Gipson, Raven Green, and Qui Casey
Boys 4x100 meter relay: DJ Bolton, Jack Ford, Shaquille Ingram, and KJ Garrett
100 meter dash: Qui Casey and KJ Garrett
Boys 4x200 meter relay: DJ Bolton, Jack Ford, Shaquille Ingram, and KJ Garrett
200 meter dash: Shaquille Ingram
Triple Jump: Ashley Sigler and Johnny Shaw
Long Jump: Johnny Shaw
Shot Put: Chakera Ingram

Joaquin Boys and Girls District 22-A Track and Field Results (Updated) - April 19, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Leggett

Joaquin girls placed 2nd overall at the District Meet

Girls

Olivia Worsham was best overall athlete with 44 points; Katherine Patrick was 2nd with 29 points; and Chloe Brown was 4th with 25 points

Long Jump: 1st place Olivia Worsham 15’4; 2nd place Katherine Patrick 15’3 ¾; 4th place Chloe Brown 15’0
Triple Jump: 1st place Katherine Patrick 33’6; 3nd place Olivia Worsham 32’6; 6th place Chloe Brown 31’6
Pole Vault: 1st place Olivia Worsham 6’0
High Jump: 1st place Annabeth Vaughn 4’10; 5th place Maddison Andres 4’2
Shot Put: 6th place Jaz Atkins 26’8
3200: 5th place Alexis Byrd 19:58
4x100 Relay: 2nd place Kristen Harvey, Ty Ross, Katherine Patrick, Caitlyn Gates 52.2
100 Hurdles: 1st place Olivia Worsham 18.2
4x200 Relay: 2nd Place Kristen Harvey, Katherine Patrick, Whitney Vaughn, Jordan Welch. 1:56
400: 1st place Chloe Brown 1:01.6
300 Hurdles: 2nd place Olivia Worsham 54.6; 4th place Annabeth Vaughn 59.8
200: 4th place Katherine Patrick 28.8
1600: 1st place Chloe Brown 6:03; 5th place Alexis Byrd 7:58
4x400 Relay: 3rd Place Whitney Vaughn, Jordan Welch, Ryleigh Yates, Caitlyn Gates 4:48

Boys:

High Jump: Tied for 1st Will Vaughn and Wyatt Hairgrove 5’10
Triple Jump: 2nd place Wyatt Hairgrove 40’8; 3rd place Will Vaughn 40’5
Discus: 3rd place Damian Lopez 104’8; 4th place Will Vaughn 99’11
Shot Put: 5th place Tristan Hairgrove 37’6; 6th place Nathan Boyter 37’2
3200: 1st place Carlos Rivera 12:02
4x100: 2nd place Nathaniel Retamar, Will Vaughn, Wyatt Hairgrove, Johnathan Rico 46.2
4x200: 4th place Wyatt Hairgrove, Will Vaughn, Justin Webster, Nathaniel Retamar 1:38
1600: 4th place Carlos Rivera 5:40
4x400: 5th place Damien Lopez, Justin Webster, Johnathan Rico, Nathaniel Retamar 4:00

Boys and Girls Area 21A-22A Track and Field Results

Joaquin girls placed 3nd overall at the Area Meet

Girls:

Long Jump: 1st place Olivia Worsham 16’6; 2nd place Katherine Patrick 15’11; 4th place Chloe Brown 15’6
Triple Jump: 2nd place Katherine Patrick 32’3; 5th place Olivia Worsham 31’1
Pole Vault: 2nd place Olivia Worsham 6’6
High Jump: 4th place Annabeth Vaughn 4’8
4x100 Relay: 2nd place Kristen Harvey, Ty Ross, Katherine Patrick, Caitlyn Gates 54.2
100 Hurdles: 5th place Olivia Worsham 18.2
4x200 Relay: 4th place Kristen Harvey, Katherine Patrick, Whitney Vaughn, Jordan Welch. 1:54
400: 1st place Chloe Brown 1:00.6
300 Hurdles: 5th place Olivia Worsham 57.2; 6th place Annabeth Vaughn 59.9
200: 3rd place Katherine Patrick 28.8
1600 1st place Chloe Brown 6:10
4x400 Relay: 5th place Whitney Vaughn, Jordan Welch, Ryleigh Yates, Caitlyn Gates 4:40

Boys:

High Jump: 1st place Will Vaughn 6’0
3rd place Wyatt Hairgrove 5’8
Triple Jump: 2nd place Wyatt Hairgrove 40’5
Discus: 2nd place Damian Lopez 116’4
3200: 5th place Carlos Rivera 12:22
4x100: 6th place Nathaniel Retamar, Will Vaughn, Wyatt Hairgrove, Johnathan Rico 46.4
4x200: 4th place Wyatt Hairgrove, Will Vaughn, Justin Webster, Nathaniel Retamar 1:36

Joaquin High School 2013 Golf District Results (Updated) - April 22, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Leggett

Congratulations to the JHS Boys Golf Team. Members of the team include Wyatt Hairgrove, Jordan Powdrill, James Hovey, Gage Belrose and Trevor May. This team of young men is now recognized as the District Champions.

Stacie Sonnier and Bailee Mc Swain represented JHS well. Stacie captured the Top Girls Medalist and Bailee tied for second.

Bailee McSwain and the Boys Team represented JHS at the Regional Meet where Bailee finished in the top 20 for Individual Girls. Too, the Boys Team finished in the top 15 for teams.

JISD congratulates these students for their hard work and dedication. JISD is proud of our students, parents and coaches who give of their time to encourage our youth.

Lady Dragon Track Team Continue Undefeated Record - April 18, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

The Shelbyville girls continued their undefeated record in the Area Track Meet held in Cushing April 17. They were the overall winner scoring 139 points. The 4 X 100 and 4 X 400 Relay teams ran their fastest time of the year, with a 1:48 and 4:22 respectively. Athletes placing 1st-4th advanced to the Regional Meet, which will be held in Palestine on April 26th & 27th. Good Luck Lady Dragons!

Results

High Jump - Catasia Walker 3rd
Shot put - Jakera Land 6th
Triple Jump - Cleosha Jeters 6th
3200 Meter Run - Catasia Walker 1st, Ali Baty 2nd
4 X 100 M Relay 1st - Tameria Lathan, Kadeshia Turner, Adaisia Cartwright, Shameria Lathan
300 M Hurdles - Catasia Walker 2nd, Mallory Howard 4th
100 M Dash - Tameria Lathan 2nd
800 Meter Relay 1st - Cleosha Jeters, Tameria Lathan, Kadeshia Turner, Shameria Lathan
400 M Dash - Belinda Bohannon 5th
800 M Dash - Cleosha Jeters 3rd
200 Meter Dash - Shameria Lathan 1st
1600 M Run - Ali Baty 2nd, Lakwuaneshia McClelland 4th
1600 M Relay 1st - Cleosha Jeters, Adaisia Cartwright, Belinda Bohannon, Catasia Walker

(Note: the names bolded with participate in Regional Meet)

Center Boys and Girls Tract Sending 15 to Area Track Meet - April 16, 2013
Submitted by Tracy Adair

Center boys and girls track will be sending 15 participants to the Area Track meet to be held this week in Palestine. The boys finished second to Carthage in the District meet, while the girls team finished fourth. The Jv Boys team are the district champions for District 20AAA. The following athletes will be competing in the Area Meet.

Girls

4x100 relay team (first place) – Ashley Siglar, Jasmine Gipson, Raven Greene, Winquicla Casey
4x200 relay team (2nd place) – Ashley Siglar, Jasmine Gipson, Winquicla Casey, Raven Greene
100 meter dash (3rd place) – Winquicla Casey
200 meter Dash (5th Place) – Raven Greene
Shot Put (4th) – Chakera Ingram
Long Jump (1st) – Ashley Siglar
Triple Jump (2nd) – Ashley Siglar

Boys

4x100 relay team (1st) – KiJanevan Garrett, Jack Ford, Shaquille Ingram, Johnny Shaw
4x200 relay team (1st) – Darron Bolton, Jack Ford, KiJanevan Garrett, Shaquille Ingram
4x400 relay Team (3rd) – Jemarcuss Jones, Brayan Ruiz, Jack Ford, Darron Bolton
100 meter dash (1st) – KiJanevan Garrett
100 meter dash (4th) – Kiounis Williams
200 meter dash (1st) – Shaquille Ingram
200 meter dash (3rd) – Darron Bolton
Long Jump (1st) – Johnny Shaw
Triple Jump (1st) – Johnny Shaw

Congratulations and Good Luck to these athletes.

Shelbyville JV Boys Track Team Distrist Champs - April 15, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

The Shelbyville JV Boys track team are district champions. The junior varisty participated in the District meet held at Shelbyville April 9 & 11.

Long Jump - 3rd place Quay Mallard
Triple Jump - 1st place Jeremy Boykins (JV District Champion)
Shot Put - 1st place Cade Foehner (JV District Champion); 5th place Ty Miller
100 M - 3rd place Quay Mallard; 4th place Jeremy Boykins
400 M - 1st place Quay Mallard (JV District Champion); 2nd place Jeremy Boykins
200 M - 3rd place Quay Mallard; 4th place Jeremy Boykins

Shelbyville Boys Varsity District Meet Results - April 15, 2013
Submited by Debbie Gilchrist

The Shelbyville Dragon Track team performed well at the District meet April 9 & 11 held at Shelbyville. Team total was 99 total points with the team placing 4th at the meet. Results are as follows:

Long Jumb- 6th place James Cartwright
Triple Jumb - 6th place James Cartwright
Shot Put - 3rd place Salvador Santana (Area Qualifier)
Discus - 1st place Connor Whiteside (District Champion), 2nd place Brennen Shedd (Area Qualifier)
Pole Vault - 1st place Mikel Carter (District Champion), 3rd place Jessie Rose (Area Qualifiers)

3200 M - 2nd place Ivan Luna (Area Qualifier), 6th place Sam Windham
4x100 Relay - 4th place (Area Qualifiers) members: Jessie Rose, Dee Osby, Blayze Kowalski, Jagerrick Moore
100 Hurd - 5th place JJ Boykins, 6th place Jacovian Fountain
100 M - 6th place Jagerrick Moore, 7th place Blayze Kowalski
4x200 Relay - 4th place (Area Qualifiers) members: Octavion Burrell, James Cartwright, Dee Osby, Isiah Stanberry
400 M - 4 place Jessie Rose (Area Qualifier)
300 Hurdles - 3rd place Jacovian Fountain (Area Qualifier), 5th place JJ Boykins
1600 M - 4th place Ivan Luna (Area Qualifier)
4x400 Relay - 3 place (Area Qualifiers) members: Octavion Burrell, Jacovian Fountain, Dee Osby, Jessie Rose

Remaining varsity team members are Darren Shedd, Logan Barbee, Wyatt Windham, and Aaron Gilchrist

Shelbyville Lady Dragons Track Team Have Undefeated Season - April 15, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

The Shelbyville Lady Dragons put the finishing touch on an undefeated season by winning the District Meet April 9 and 11th . They will be competing in the Area Meet at Cushing on April 17th. Athletes who placed 1st-4th in District will compete.

Field events

Shopt Put - Jakera Land 1st
Discus - Wytavia Jones 2nd, Corinna Cartwright 5th, Jakera Land 6th
Pole Vault - Brooklyn Porter 2nd
Triple Jump - Cleosha Jeters 4th, Ashley Sellman 5th
Long Jump - Ashley Sellman 6th
High Jump - Catasia Walker 4th

Running Events

3200 - Ali Baty 1st, Catasia Walker 2nd, Lovey Brown 4th
400 M Relay 1st - Tameria Lathan, Kadeshia Turner, Adaisia Cartwright, Shameria Lathan
800 M Run - Cleosha Jeters 1st, Ashley Sellman 4th, Tiara Johnson 5th
100 M Hurdles - Mallory Howard 2nd, Jabria Jenkins 3rd, Amy Permenter 4th
100 M Dash - Tameria Lathan 3rd, Adaisia Cartwright, 4th
4 X 200 Meter Relay 1st - Cleosha Jeters, Tiamara Lathan, Kadeshia Turner, Shameria Lathan
400 Meter Dash - Belinda Bohannon 4th
300 M Hurdles - Catasia Walker 1st, Mallory Howard 3rd, Amy Permenter 5th
200 M Dash - Shameria Lathan 1st
1600 M Run - Ali Baty 2nd, Lakuwaneshia McClelland 3rd, Lovey Brown 4th
1600 M Relay - Cleosha Jeters, Adaisia Cartwright, Belinda Bohannon, Catasia Walker

Shelbyville Dragon Boys Track Results - April 5, 2013
Submitted by: Coach Stan Kowalski

The Shelbyville Dragon Boys track team competed in the Garrison Horace Francis Relays on March 28, 2013.

Varsity boys

Brennen Shedd 3rd place Discus
Mikel Carter 1st place Pole Vault
4x100 relay 6th place Member - Jessie Rose, Dee Osby, Blayze Kowalski, Riheam Jenkins
Jessie Rose 6th place 400 Meter
4x400 relay 5th place Members- Aaron Gilchrist, Dee Osby, Jacovian Fountain, Jessie Rose

Junior Varsity boys

Wyatt Windham 3rd place Shotput
Quay Mallard 5th place Long Jump
Jeremy Boykins 4th place Triple Jump
Sam Windham 5th place 3200 Run
Trey Cartwright 4th place 100 Meter
JD Land 5th place 100 Meter
Jacob Jackson 6th place Mile run

Track Coach: Stan Kowalski

Lady Dragon Track Win 5th Consecutive Track Meet - April 3, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

Shelbyville Lady Dragon Track team won their 5th consecutive track meet Thursday at Garrison's Horace Francis Relays. The 4 X 100 and 4 X 200 team has placed 1st in all of meets. The girls will be working hard to win the District meet which will be held April 10th and 11th at Shelbyville. Running Prelims will start at 2pm (10th).

Results:

Triple Jump - C. Jeters 3rd

400 M Relay 1st - T. Lathan, K. Turner, A. Cartwright, S. Lathan

800 M. Run - C. Jeters

100 M Dash - T. Lathan

800 M Relay - C. Jeters, T. Lathan, K. Turner, S. Lathan

300 M Hurdles - C. Walker

200 M Dash - S. Lathan

4 X 200 M Relay 1st - C. Jeters, T. Lathan, K. Turner, S. Lathan

4 X 100 M Relay 1st - T. Lathan, K. Turner, A. Cartwright, S. Lathan

Roland Signs Letter of Intent with University of Mary Hardin-Baylor - March 29, 2013
Submitted by Brenda Farmer

DeAaron Roland signed a letter of intent to play football at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Thursday, March 28, 2013. Attending the signing were his parents, Aaron and Catrice Roland, his two sisters, Arlicia and Calicia Roland, the 2012 football team, and school administrators.

DeAaron received a partial scholarship in both academics and athletics. DeAaron will be majoring in Civil Engineering while at college. He is very excited about starting his college career. When asked why he chose this college DeAaron replied “I liked the ‘hometown feel’ the college had and the coaches were great.” Mary Hardin is just outside of Austin located in Belton, when DeAaron was asked if he thought this was too far away from home he replied, “ it’s not too far as long as I can drive home in a day.”

DeAaron was asked to relate something he has learned while at Tenaha High School, he replied “how to grow up, step up and make the best of any situation you find yourself in.”

Coach Ward was asked how he felt about DeAaron signing with Mary Hardin-Baylor he replied, “I am ecstatic. We have been working on this for a while. DeAaron is a good student and athlete. He will represent Tenaha well in the future. ”

DeAaron Roland is one of the most decorated athletes Tenaha has ever had. He has played in two football state championship games and one basketball state championship. He also has been to state twice with the Tiger Roaring Band.
DeAaron has received the honor of being selected to play in the Heart of a Champion Football Game on June 15th at the Rose Stadium in Tyler, Texas.

DeAaron’s first game with Mary Hardin will be September 7, 2013 with the Crusaders travel to Redlands, California to play the University of Redlands.

Shelbyville Middle School Girls Track Team Winners - March 28, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

Shelbyville Middle School Girls Track team participated in the Garrison Middle School Track Meet March 25, 2013 and the winners were as follows:

Lady Dragon Track Meet Results - March 22, 2013
Submitted by Coach Stephany Carter

Girls Won 1st Place Overall at West Sabine Track Meet March 21, 2013. This is their 4th consecutive win.

3200 M - A. Baty 1st; C. Walker 2nd
Long Jump - A. Catwright 3rd
Triple Jump - C. Jeters 2nd
P. Vault - B. Porters 2nd
400 M Relay 1st - T. Lathan, K. Turner, A. Cartwright, S. Lathan
800 M Run - C. Jeters 1st
100 M Hurdles - J. Jenkins 3rd; M. Howard 6th
100 M Dash - T. Lathan 2nd ; A. Cartwright 4th
4 X 200 M Relay 1st - C. Jeters, T.Lathan, K. Turner, S. Lathan
300 M Hurdles - C. Walker 3rd; M. Howard 6th
200 M Dash - S. Lathan 2nd
1600 M Run - A. Baty 2nd; L. McClelland 6th
1600 M Relay *****Tied with San Augustine***Split points Members: C.Jeter, A.Cartwright, B.Bohannon, C.Walker

Shelbyville Dragon Boys Track Meet Results - March 22, 2013
Submitted by Stan Kowalski

Results from Shelbyville Track Meet Held on March 7

Pole Vault – 1st Mikel Carter
Discus – 3rd Brennen Shedd; 4th Connor Whiteside
Triple Jump – 5th James Cartwright
High Jump – 2nd Jagerrick Moore
3200 M run – 3rd Ivan Luna; 4th Sam Windham
4X100 Relay – 5th Members: Jessie Rose, Dee Osby, Blayze Kowalski, Jagerrick Moore
110 Hurdles – 5th Jacovian Fountain

Results from West Sabine Track Meet Held on March 21

Pole Vault – 1st Mikel Carter (Breaks 40 year old School record with a jump of 14’1”)
Discus – 4th Brennen Shedd
Shot put – 5th Salvador Santana
Triple Jump – 6th James Cartwright
High Jump – 1st Jagerrick Moore; 6th Aaron Gilchrist
3200 M run – 3rd Ivan Luna
4X100 Relay – 5th Members: Jacovian Fountain, Dee Osby, Blayze Kowalski, Jagerrick Moore
110 Hurdles – 6th JJ Boykins
4X200 Relay – 5th Members: Octavion Burrell, James Cartwright, Isiah Stanberry, Jagerrick Moore
300 Hurdles – 5th JJ Boykins
1600 Run – 5th Ivan Luna
4X400 Relay – 5th Members: Dee Osby, Jacovian Fountain, Aaron Gilchrist, Octavion Burrell
4X200 Relay – 6th Members: Octavion Burrell, James Cartwright, Isiah Stanberry, Jagerrick Moore
400 Meter – 2nd Jessie Rose; 6th Aaron Gilchrist
300 Hurdles – 6th Jacovian Fountain
4X400 Relay – 4th Members: Dee Osby, Jacovian Fountain, Aaron Gilchrist, Jessie Rose

Joaquin All District Basketball and All- State Football Teams - March 20, 2013
Submitted by Carre Obregon

The following Joaquin Lady Rams were selected to the 22-A All district basketball team.
L-R: Annabeth Vaughn - 2nd Team, Ava Stephens - Honorable Mention, Jordan Welch - 1st Team, Mallory Martinez - Honorable Mention, Whitney Vaughn - 1st Team

All-State Football (District 9-1A)
Wyatt Hairgrove - 2nd Team Defensive Back and Honorable Mention Running Back
Will Vaughn - Honorable Mention Defensive Back
Nick Cheatwood - 3rd Team Punter

Center HS Girls Powerlifters Compete at State - March 20, 2013
Submitted by Jenny Cassell

Over spring break, KaDijah Cooper and Chakera Ingram traveled to Corpus Christi for the State Powerlifting Meet. The girls gave it everything they had for the final performance of their high school careers. Kadijah finished 14th in her weight class and Chakera finished 6th. The girls have put a lot of time and energy to make it to this level and CHS is extremely proud of their success.

State Team Tennis Journey Ends; Center 8th in State - March 13, 2013

Amber Noble (Sr.)

Emily Howard (Sr.) and Alec Lucas (Soph.)

The Center Tennis team traveled to Abilene to compete in the 2013 TTCA 3A State Team Tennis Tournament this past weekend, March 7 & 8. Center competed against Kilgore and won the match advancing to play against Vernon. Vernon knocked Center out of the winners bracket to play against Andrews. Andrews won the match ending Center's play for 3A State Team Tennis Champions.

Coach Dykes stated, "Center finished 8th in the STATE and fell short of TEAM goal, but am very proud of how far they have come."

Jasmine Crowley (Jr.) and Jayton Cassell (Jr.)

Lady Dragon Basketball All District Selections - March 7, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

District 22-1A All District selections for Lady Dragon Basketball have been named. Congratulation Dragons on your selection. The Shelbyville Dragon players named to the list are as follows:

Kadeshia Turner - Defensive Player of the Year
Jakera Land - 1st Team All-District
Shameria Lathan - 2nd Team All-District
Ali Baty - 2nd Team All-District
Karli Sonmor - Newcomer of the Year
Tameria Lathan - Honorable Mention

Congratulations Lady Dragons!
Head Coach: Stephany Carter and Asst: Vance Vickers

Shelbyville All-District Basketball Selections - March 6, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

District 22-1A All District selections for Varsity Basketball have been named. The team was coached by Head Coach Reggie Parks and Assistant Coach Stan Kowalski. Congratulation Dragons on your selection. The Shelbyville Dragon players named to the list are as follows:

JJ Boykins - *Newcomer of the Year
CJ Watson - *1st Team All-District
James Bradford - * 2nd Team All-District
Caleb Stracener - * Honorable Mention
Jacovian Fountain - * Honorable Mention

Shelbyville’s Tyler West Successfully Defends Powerlifting Championship - March 6, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

There’s a saying in sports that: “It’s harder to repeat as champion, than to win it the first time.” Despite the pressure of high expectations that came with being the two-time defending Regional Powerlifting Champion, Shelbyville High School senior Tyler West, emerged from the Texas High School Powerlifting Association Region 3 Division 3 Powerlifting Meet held at Elkhart High School March 2nd with his third consecutive Regional Championship medal for the 123-lb. weight class. In the process, West broke the Regional record in the bench press competition.

West claimed top honors in the 123-lb weight class with a total weight of 1,000 pounds, winning his class by an impressive 120 pounds over Jacquay Brown of Mildred (880). In the first event, West took a 35 pound lead after the squat competition, lifting 380 pounds. He then established a new Regional record in the bench press with a lift of 245 pounds, out-lifting his closest competitor by 60 pounds. West finished out the competition by deadlifting 375 pounds compared to Brown’s 355 pounds.

Coach Michael Taylor had a record number of Dragon lifters qualify for the Regional Powerlifting Meet. In addition to Tyler West, senior Dillon Brown and junior Colton Brown competed in the 198-lb. weight class, and senior Christian Valencia competed in the 220-lb. weight class. The Dragon lifters finished the Regional Meet in tenth place.
Dillon Brown placed eighth in the 198-lb. weight class with a total weight of 1,185 pounds. Brown squatted 475 pounds, bench pressed 235 pounds and deadlifted 475 pounds. Colton Brown finished in sixth place in the 198-lb. weight class with a total weight of 1,225. He squatted 535 pounds, bench pressed 240 pounds, and had a deadlift of 450 pounds.

Christian Valencia finished in eighth place in the 220-lb. weight class with a total weight of 1,210 pounds. Valencia had a 500 pound deadlift, a bench press of 235 pounds, and a squat of 475. This marked the second consecutive year Valencia qualified for the Regional Meet.

As a result of his win, Tyler West will advance to the T.H.S.P.A. State Powerlifting Meet in Abilene on March 23. West will be aiming to improve on the fifth place medal he won at last year’s State Meet.

Center District 20-3A All-District Basketball Selections - March 6, 2013

Pictured from left to right are: Jemarcus Jones, Trey Byrnes, Myles Netherly, Taylor Tomlin, Corderius Head, CD Evans, CJ Garner, DeJalen Preston, Darron Bolton, Jaylon McCollister and Jamarcus Suell

The District 20-3A All District Selections for Varsity Basketball have been named. The Center Roughriders had multiple players named to this list.

1st Team: Darell Barnes and Darron Bolton
2nd Team: JeMarcus Jones and Jamarcus Suell
Academic All District: Collin 'Trey' Byrnes
Honorable Mention: Taylor Tomlin, DeJalen Preston, CJ Garner, Jaylon McCollister, CD Evans, Corderius Head, and Myles Netherly

Congratulations to the 2013 Roughriders, Coach Harrison, Coach Munoz, and Coach Stewart.

Tenaha 22A All District Basketball Team - March 6, 2013
Submitted by Brenda Farmer

The 22A All District Basketball Team was announced this week and Tenaha had two players named in the top categories. Ashlee Ray a senior at Tenaha High School was named as the Offensive Player of the Year in the Girls Division and DeAaron Roland also a senior was named as the Co-Defensive Player of the Year in the Boys Division. Tenaha’s Boys Coach Todd Bodden was named as the Coach of the Year.
In the girls divison, Eboni Moore, a junior placed on the First Team and Tiara Willams and Courtney Edwards both seniors were named on the second team.

In the boys division, Chavis Gregory, Jacoby Ivy and Keontas Davis all juniors made the first team. DeAndre Thomas a sophomore was named on the second team while Cobe Carraway, a sophomore received honorable mention.

Pictures: All District Girls: Left to Right: Courtney Edwards and Eboni Moore

All District Boys: Front Row: Left to Right: Jacoby Ivy and Cobe Caraway
Back Row: Left to Right: Chavis Gregory, DeAndre Thomas and Keontas Davis


Player of the Year: Ashlee Ray Offensive Player of the Year and
DeAaron Roland Co-Defensive Player of the Year

Center Tennis 2013 Region Team Tennis Champions (Updated) - March 4, 2013
Submitted by Leon Dykes

The Rider tennis team came into the region tournament as the number one seed and played to their seeding coming away with the championship.  The team will compete in the state team tennis tournament this Friday and Saturday (March 8-9) in Abilene.

The region tournament started with a district opponent in Hudson with Center winning 10-1 before pulling matches. The next round would be a test of an unfamiliar program.  College Station High School is a new school which will soon be a class 4A or 5A by the next alignment.  After doubles, Center led 4-3 and had the cushion it needed going into singles.  The top six girls would dispatch of their opponents sealing the 10-7 victory.

The finals were played Saturday morning at the new College Station High School under severe wind swept conditions.  Center would face Waco Robinson (a familiar region foe) which Center jumped on 6-1 after doubles.  Robinson would not recover as Center quickly won five matches, needing only four, winning 11-2 with a couple more matches leaning Center's way before pulling the players off the court.  Region team tennis champions for 2013!!

The team is comprised of:

Adam Reeves, Alec Lucas, Dillon Reynolds, Kamden Lucas, Raliegh Wilkins, Jesus Ruiz, Kwayde Lucas, Anthony Johnson, Chris Dunn, and Nathan Stuever. Amber Noble, Emily Howard, Jayton Cassell, Darby Hudspeth, Jasmine Crowley, Ashton Lucas, Julie Garcia, Elizabeth Chadwick, Sheridan Cassell, Rylee Hudspeth, and Jessica Johnson.

Coaches are Leon Dykes and Beth Nichols.

Lady Dragons Track Team Take First Overall at Colmesneil Meet - March 1, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

The Lady Dragons track team participated at the Colmesneil Invitational track meeting on Thrusday, Februay 28 finishing first place overall.

Team results by event were as follows:

400 M Relay - 1st place - Members - T. Lathan, K. Turner, A. Cartwright, S. Lathan
110 M High Hurdles - 1st place - M. Howard; 5th place - A. Permenter
800 M Run - 1st place - A. Baty; 3rd place A. Sellman; 6th place - L. Holbrook
100 M Dash - 3rd place - T. Lathan
400 M Dash - 2nd place - B. Bohannon; 4th place - T.Johnson
300 M Int. Hurdles - 1st place - C. Walker 1st; 4th - M. Howard; 6th place - A. Permenter
200 M Dash - 1st place - S. Lathan
1600 M Run - 1st place - A. Baty; 2nd place - C. Walker; 6th place - L. McClelland
1600 M Relay - 1st place - Members - C. Jeter, A. Cartwright, B. Bohannon, C. Walker
800 M Relay - 1st place - Members - T. Lathan, K. Turner, C. Jeter, S. Lathan

Shelbyville Boys Track Team Participate in Colmesneil Invitation Meet - March 1, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

On Thursday Feb. 28 the Shelbyville Boys track team participated at the Colmesneil Invitational track meet finishing in fourth place scoring a team total 79 points.

Team results by event were as follows:

4X100 Relay – 4th Place – Members – Jessie Rose, Dee Osby, Blayze Kowalski, Jagerrick Moore
800 Runs – 2nd place – Ashton Battles; 6th place – Jacob Jackson
4x200 Relay – 6th Place – Members – Quay Mallard, James Cartwright, Octavion Burrell, Jagerrick Moore
400 Meter – 1st place – Jessie Rose; 5th place – Aaron Gilchrist
300 Hurdles – 4th place – Jacovian Fountain
1 mile run – 1st place – Ashton Battles; 2nd place – Ivan Luna; 5th place – Darren Shedd
4x400 Relay – 2nd place – Members – Octavion Burrell, Dee Osby, Jacovian Fountain, Jessie Rose
Discus – 4th place – Connor Whiteside; 5th place – Brennan Shedd; 6th place – Salvador Santana
Shotput – 5th place – Salvador Santana

Garrett Signs with Texas A&M Commerce - February 28, 2013
Submitted by Jenny Cassell

Center High School Running Back, KJ Garrett signed with Texas A&M Commerce today to play football. CHS Coaches, staff, and student body would like to congratulate him on this great accomplishment.

Lady Riders Place 3rd in Softball Tournament - February 26, 2013
Submitted by Lisa Henderson

Congratulations to The Lady Riders Softball team who competed in the Hudson Softball Tournament last weekend and placed 3rd place!

Shelbyville Dragon Powerlifting Regional Qualifiers - February 26, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

Four Shelbyville Dragons are Regional qualifiers in Texas High School Powerlifting Association. Tyler West, Dillon Brown, Christian Valencia and Colton Brown all qualified to compete in the Region 3 Division 3 Powerlifting Championships to be held March 2, 2013 in Elkhart, Texas. Good Luck Dragons! The Powerlifting team is coached by Michael Bill Taylor.

Lifting will begin at 8:30am. Admission into the meet is $5 and T-Shirts will be available for purchase for $15. There will also be a concession stand.

Center HS Girls Powerlifting Qualifies for Regional - February 25, 2013
Submitted by Jenny Cassell

Members of the Center High School Girls Powerlifting Team participated in the East Texas Championship meet in White Oak on Saturday. Here are their results:

Kadijah Cooper finished 4th in her weight class and has now qualified for regional.

Jessica Edwards finished 2nd in her weight class and has now qualified for regional.

Lucero Espinosa finished 3rd in her weight class and has now qualified for regional.

Chakera Ingram finished 1st in her weight class and earned the Outstanding Deadlift Award ( 405 lbs) and has now qualified for regional.

Rachel Andrews has also qualified for the regional meet.

Regional for these girls will be this Saturday in Wills Point.

Lady Dragons Track Team Compete in Beckville Meet - February 25, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

Congratulations to The Shelbyville Lady Dragons Track Team. They competed in the Beckville Track Meet Feb. 21, 2013. The results follow:

3200 m and 1600m run: Ali Baty 1st
4 x 100 m relay: Tameria Lathan, Kadeshia Turner, Adaisa Cartwright, Shameria Lathan 1st
800 meter run: Ashley Sellman 6th
100 meter Hurdles: Catasia Walker 3rd, Mallory Howard 5th, Amy Permenter 6th
100 meter Dash: Tameria Lathan 1st, Adaisia Cartwright 3rd
200 m Dash: Shameria Lathan 1st
300 m Hurdles: Catasia Walker 2nd, Mallory Howard 5th, Amy Permenter 6th
400m run: Brooklyn Porter 3rd
4 X 400 Relay: Cleosha Jeter, Adaisa Cartwright, Belinda Bohannon, Cataisa Walker 2nd

Dragons Boys Compete in Beckville Track Meet - February 25, 2013
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

On Thursday Feb. 21 the Shelbyville Boys track team participated at the Beckville Invitational track meet finishing in second place scoring a team total 101 points just behind Cushing High School’s 102 points.
Team results by event were as follows:

2 mile run – Ivan Luna, 5th place, Darren Shedd, 6th place
4X100 Relay - James Cartwright, Dee Osby, Blayze Kowalski, Jagerrick Moore, 1st place
800 Runs – Ashton Battles, 3rd place
110 Hurdles – JJ Boykins, 2nd place
100 Meter – Dee Osby, 2nd place; Blayze Kowalski, 4th place; James Cartwright, 6th place
4x200 Relay – Members – Quay Mallard, Jeremy Boykins, Octavion Burrell, Jagerrick Moore, 5th Place
400 Meter – Aaron Gilchrist, 2nd place
300 Hurdles – Jacovian Fountain, 1st place, JJ Boykins, 2nd place
200 Meter – James Cartwright, 5th place
1 mile run – Ivan Luna, 4th place; Ashton Battles, 5th place; Jacob Jackson, 6th place
4x400 Relay – Members – Octavion Burrell, Dee Osby, Jacovian Fountain, Aaron Gilchrist, 3rd place

Mikel Carter placed 2nd in Pole Vaulting at the Carthage HS Track Meet.

San Augustine Defeated Joaquin in Texas 1-A Basketball Playoffs - February 22, 2013
Composed by J.J. Ford

The Joaquin Rams advanced to the Area round of the 2013 Boys' Basketball Conference 1A Division 1 UIL contest after winning their district game Tuesday against Cushing 84-44. However, the Rams couldn't quite get the lead against District Champions San Augustine Wolves who had a bye in round 1. The Rams fell by a final score of 80-71 ending the boys season with a 15-11 overall record.

Center Defeats Jacksonville in Monday's Game - February 20, 2013
Composed by J.J. Ford

Center Roughriders baseball faced Jacksonville Monday, February 18th in Jacksonville. In 7 innings Jacob Mitchell pitched 0 earned runs, 6 strike outs, and 3 walks. In the fourth inning Gaije Ranes hit two runs batted in giving the Roughriders the lead. The game ended with Center winning 2 to 1.

Editor's note: Thank you to David Sheppard for sending in the scores and information. If you have scores or additional play information, submit it to info@shelbycountytoday.com or text 936-332-4845.

February 14th Center Tennis Tournament Results - February 19, 2013

The Center Tennis team competed in a 16 school tournament hosted by Kilgore. Center finished 2nd overall.

The team results are:

1. Longview – 131 points
2. CENTER – 119
3. Nacogdoches – 108
4. Kilgore - 98
5. Whitehouse – 95
6. Wills Point – 93
7. Spring Hill – 86
8. Van – 86
9. PineTree – 78
10. Bullard – 76
11. Lindale – 71
12. Corsicana (JV) – 56
13. Gladewater – 53
14. Henderson – 43
15. Central Heights – 37
16. Marshall – 33

Each team earned points through their individual events and how they placed.

Center Results:

Boys singles A: Adam Reeves – 1st place
Boys singles B: Jesus Ruiz – 9th place
Girls singles A: Amber Noble – 3rd place
Girls singles B: Julie Garcia – 2nd place
Boys doubles A: Alec Lucas / Kamden Lucas – 9th place
Boys doubles B: Kwayde Lucas / Anthony Johnson – 6th place
Girls doubles A: Jayton Cassell / Jasmine Crowley – 2nd place
Girls doubles B: Ashton Lucas / Darby Hudspeth – 2nd place
Mixed doubles A: Dillon Reynolds / Emily Howard – 10th place
Mixed doubles B: Nathan Stuever / Elizabeth Chadwick – 7th place

The Center Varsity tennis team will be back in action this Saturday competing in the Spring Hill tournament.

Go Riders!!!!!

Tiger Hoops Teams Literally “Shoot the Lights Out” in Timpson - February 6, 2013
Submitted by Brenda Farmer

Last night, the Tiger Varsity Basketball teams travelled the short distance to Timpson to take on the Bears and Lady Bears in District 22A Action. For the Lady Tigers, a complete performance highlighted the close of the regular season as they romped to a 60-31 victory. The 60 point performance for the Lady Tigers marks their highest single game point total of the year. Also, the win clinched a tie for 2nd place and a berth in next week’s Bi-District playoff round. Details about the tiebreaker game versus Shelbyville can be found below.

In the boys’ game, the Tigers finally started to look like a contender taking shape. As mentioned in the title, a light bulb in Bear Gymnasium actually did shatter and shower the floor with glass particles. Tenaha fans were sure the onslaught of transition offense and suffocating half court defense by the Tigers in an 87-29 victory was more than the bulb could endure.

Please note the alerts and possible changes to upcoming events below in order to accommodate playoff games for basketball:

Friday, February 8

Tenaha Boys BB @ Gary (JV at 4:00, Varsity at 5:15)—tentatively set with GISD

District 22A Girls 2nd Place Tie-Breaker
Tenaha Lady Tigers vs. Shelbyville Lady Dragons
8:00 PM in Joaquin (Tenaha is the Visitors)- Gate is $4/$3

Tenaha G/B Soccer @ Liberty Eylau (5:30/7:30PM)

Monday, February 11

Tenaha Boys BB @ Shelbyville (6:00 PM, JV/V)

Baseball and Soccer are both making attempts to move games and scrimmages to this date from Tuesday

Tuesday, February 12

Region 3- Division I Bi-District Basketball Playoffs
Tenaha Lady Tigers vs. New Summerfield or Wells (site and time TBD)

Aaron Liker Signs with Central Methodist University - February 6, 2013
Composed by J.J. Ford

Coach Kevin Goodwin, Center ISD Athletic Director announced today, February 6th, during the 2013 National Signing Day, Aaron Liker (OL/DL) signed his scholarship agreement to attend Central Methodist University in Missouri. Liker is a 3 time first team All-District and 3 time Academic All-District, and 3 years varsity starter. As a senior, he was named third team All-Region. During his senior year, the Roughriders had a successful football season advancing to the first round of playoffs with a 8-2 record. During the season #50 Liker was selected by MaxPreps as defensive play of the week in Center's winning game against Atlanta (27-14).

Liker said, "I chose CMU because of the small town atmosphere where I wouldn't be just another student on a campus. The campus has a family feel and I really appreciate Coach Ford's motto of faith, family, academics then football. I believe CMU offers a truly student first attitude and I'm really excited to join the team and contribute."

Coach Goodwin added, "It has been an honor and a privilege to be involved in the growth of this young man. Now he takes another step in his transformation from a young man to a man. I am certain that this next step will be a success simply because of the strength of Aaron’s character."

Please congratulate Aaron and his family for this great accomplishment.

Photo: Aaron Liker signs his scholarship agreement with family members Bridget Kirkwood (Aunt) and parents Karen and Jason Liker standing behind him.

Tenaha Tigers Boys Soccer Competed in 4A Soccer Tournament - February 5, 2013
Submitted by Brenda Farmer

The Tenaha Tigers boys soccer team competed in a 4A soccer tournament this past weekend in Pine Tree. The boys finished 5th out of 8 teams which consisted of John Tyler, Longview, Pine Tree, Marshall, Palestine, Tyler Grace, and Hallsville.

The boys dropped their first game to Hallsville 4-0, but then rebounded to beat Marshall 4-3 to put them into the Consolation Game against the host Pine Tree. The Tigers had plenty of opportunities as 6 shots hit the post, but they came up short losing 4-1.

The boys next game will be today, February 5th at home against Waskom. The boys soccer team Coach is Jonathan Vick.

Center Rides Away with Longview Eastman Tournament Trophy - February 4, 2013
Submitted by Leon Dykes

The Riders competed in a 20 team event this past Friday and Saturday and were able to come away with the first place team trophy due to their individual results earning them points.

Starting with boys singles, Jesus Ruiz won his first two rounds before losing in the round of 16. Adam Reeves received a bye in the first round and then dominated his next three opponents making the semifinals before losing a close match to the tournament champion.

Girls singles Julie Garcia won four matches leading her to the semifinals before losing to the second place finisher. Amber Noble avenged Julie's loss by beating the #1 player from Pinetree High School in the finals 7-6, 7-5 earning a first place trophy.

Boys doubles Anthony Johnson / Kwayde Lucas won three rounds making the quarterfinals before meeting the eventual tournament champion. Dillon Reynolds / Kamden Lucas made two round before meeting the tournament 2nd place team.

Girls doubles Ashton Lucas / Elizabeth Chadwick battled some tough starts but pulled out wins before making the semifinals and meeting the tournament champions. Jayton Cassell / Jasmine Crowley would dominate their half of the bracket making the finals and finish 2nd behind a tough Kilgore team who managed to beat Center in both the semifinals and finals.

Mixed doubles had the same results as girls doubles with both teams making a great showing before falling to the eventual tournament champions. Darby Hudspeth / Raleigh Wilkins won three matches in route to the semifinals before losing to Gladewater. Emily Howard / Alec Lucas would make the finals after a tough semifinals and finish 2nd behind Gladewater.

This overall finish in every bracket would give the Center Riders a 1st place team trophy.

The Riders next tournament will be in Jacksonville this Friday, February 8.

Tenaha Soccer Matches - January 28, 2013
Submitted by Brenda Farmers

Tenaha Soccer The Tenaha soccer teams traveled to North Desoto High for 2 Saturday soccer matches against the Griffins. The Lady Tigers posted their 3rd defensive shut out, allowing the Griffins only 1 shot on goal. The girls attacked the ball and created many scoring opportunities, but came up short on landing the ball in the net. The game ended in a 0-0 tie. Boys soccer team took the field and ended the first half in a defensive battle scoreless. Early in the second half, Brady Tovar put the Tigers on top, connecting ball with the net. The Griffins answered quickly with a goal, and the score was tied, 1-1, at the end of the second half. Both teams agreed to a shootout. The Tigers won their second shootout, as Timothy Hafford made 3 remarkable saves. The final score was 3-1. Both teams travel to Tatum on Tuesday.

District 11-A Football All District Team - January 24, 2013
Submitted by Brenda Farmer

MVP L to R: Chavis Gregory, DeAaron Roland.

2nd Team Defense left to right De'Andre Thomas, Brady Tovar

The young inexperienced Tenaha Tigers football team overcame injuries and a tough pre-district schedule to return to the State Championship Game and they dominated in the District 11-A Football All District Team selections.

The top offensive honor went to Junior Chavis Gregory who was named as the Offensive Most Valuable Player. Senior DeAaron Roland received the top defensive honor by being named as the Defensive Most Valuable Player. Rounding out the top honors was Junior Denzelle Williams who was named as the Defensive Newcomer and Head Coach Terry Ward was named as the Coach of the Year.

1st Team Offense left to right Derik Jones, DeAaron Roland, Cobe Caraway, Keontas Davis

Making First Team Offense were: Sophomore Cobe Caraway, running back, Junior Keontas Davis, wide receiver, Senior DeAaron Roland, offensive line, and Junior Derik Jones, offensive line.

Making First Team Defense were: Sophomore Aaron Harris, defensive line, Junior Jacoby Ivy linebacker, Sophomore TJ Thomas defensive end, Junior Keontas Davis defensive back, and Junior JR Hill defensive back.

Making Second Team Offense were: Sophomore TJ Thomas running back, Sophomore De’Andre Thomas wide receiver, Junior Jacoby Ivy tight end, Freshman Luis Campos offensive line, and Junior Javier Uribe kicker.

Making Second Team Defense were: Junior Brady Tovar defensive end and Sophomore De’Andre Thomas defensive back.

1st Team Defense left to right front row Aaron Harris, TJ Thomas. Back Row Jacoby Ivy, JR Hill, Keontas Davis

2nd Team Offense Front Row TJ Thomas, Luis Campos. Back Row Jacoby Ivy, De'Andre Thomas, Javier Uribe

Tenaha Secures win over Waskom in a shootout 5-4 - January 18, 2013
Submitted by Brenda Farmer

The Tigers and Coach Johnathan Vick are undefeated to start the 2013 soccer season. Last night, the Tigers travelled to Waskom to take on the Wildcats from Class AA. After playing the entire regulation period scoreless, the two teams went to a shootout to break the 0-0 tie. Each team selected five “shooters” who had to beat the opposing goalie in a one on one situation from 12 meters out. All five Tigers netted their attempts and Tiger Goalie Timothy Hafford came up huge with one save to secure the victory for Tenaha.

Tonight, the Lady Tigers return to action in Jacksonville against the Class 4A Maidens. Next Tuesday, the Boys and Girls will both travel to Carthage for a double header at Carthage’s “old” Martin Stadium.

2012 Shelbyville Dragon Football All-district Selections - December 13, 2012
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

Newcomer Of The Year - Octavian Burrell - Freshman

1st Team Offense
Dillon Brown - Running Back (unanimous Vote)
Blane Deal - Receiver
Colton Brown - Offensive Guard

2nd Team Offense
James Bradford - Quarterback
CJ Watson - Receiver
Aaron Davis - Center
Christian Valencia - Offensive Tackle

1st Team Defense
Dillon Brown - Inside Linebacker (unanimous Vote)
James Bradford - Cornerback
Colton Brown - Defensive End (unanimous Vote)

2nd Team Defense
Sawyer Wilburn - Inside Linebacker
Blane Deal - safety

Honorable Mention
James Cartwright - Receiver
Dee Osby - Receiver
Blayze Kowalski - Tight End
Connor Whiteside - Offensive Tackle
Wyatt Windham - Offensive Guard
Logan Barbee - Defensive Tackle
Jesse Rose - Safety
Blayze Kowalski - Defensive End
Colton Bearden - Corner

Tigers Defeat Overton Mustangs - November 26, 2012
Submitted by Brenda Farmer

The Tenaha Tigers defeated the Overton Mustangs in the Area round of the playoffs Friday. In front of a large crowd and lots of sunshine at the 2:00 kick-off, the Tigers defense dominated the high powered Mustang offense. The Tigers came up with 5 turnovers with 2 of those going for touchdowns. JR Hill had 2 interceptions, one he returned for 30 yards and a score. He also scooped up a fumble, caused by Chavis Gregory, on the 1 yard line and ran it back 99 yards for a touchdown. . Keontas Davis also had an interception, while DeAaron Roland led the defense with 12 tackles. Denzelle Williams had 2 sacks and 10 tackles on the day as well. Offensively, Chavis carried the ball 16 times for 161 yards and 3 touchdowns as well as throwing a touchdown pass to Jacoby Ivy. Javier Uribe was perfect on the evening going 6 for 6 on extra points.

This week, Tenaha faces long time playoff rival Bremond. This will be the third year in a row these teams have met, splitting the last 2 games with a win each. The game will be played Friday night at 7:30 pm in Crockett.

Shelbyville Dragons 8th Grade Football Finish Season Undefeated - November 16, 2012
Submitted by Coach Jim Bradford

The Shelbyville Dragon 8th grade football team has finished the 2012 season with a flawless record of 9-0. The Dragons managed to win in every way imaginable. Some games were high scoring affairs with record stats. Others were low scoring hard hitting defensive struggles. The best however, had to be the last game, when while trailing Alto by 4 with 20 seconds to go in the game the dragons returned an onside kick for a touchdown to rip a win from the jaws of defeat, and secure the perfect season. This is the second year in a row that Shelbyville's 8th grade squad has emerged unbeaten. With this class joining last years unbeaten class in high school next year, it is clear that bright things are on the horizon for the Shelbyville football program.

Shelby County Football Teams Playoff Schedule - November 13, 2012

Four Shelby County teams have advanced to the first round of High School Football Playoffs: Center, Joaquin, Tenaha and Timpson. Congratulations to the Joaquin Rams and the Tenaha Tigers who are both District Champions! And congratulations to our Shelby County neighbor, the San Augustine Wolves, for also winning their district! The Joaquin Rams, Tenaha Tigers, and the San Augustine Wolves all earned a bye this week with their District Championships. Center will play Fairfield in Lindale and Timpson will play West Sabine in Center.

Playoff schedule for area games and their brackets:

Center Roughriders (8-2) vs Fairfield (7-3) at 7:30 Friday night in Lindale (Stadium Map)
Conference 3A Division 2 Bracket

Joaquin Rams (10-0) (District 9-A Div. I Champions) have a bye week.
Timpson Bears (9-1) vs West Sabine (8-2) at 7:30 Thursday night in Center.
San Augustine Wolves (8-2) (District 10-A, Div. I Champions) have a bye week.
Conference 1A Division 1 Bracket

Tenaha Tigers (6-4) (District 11-A, Div. II Champions) have a bye week.
Conference 1A Division 2 Bracket

Garrison Bulldogs (7-3) vs Paul Pewitt (4-6) at 7:30 Friday night in Carthage.
Conference 2A Division 2 Bracket

Carthage Bulldogs (8-2) vs Palestine Wildcats (7-3) at 7:30pm Friday night in Lufkin
Conference 3A Division 1 Bracket

Center Middle School score 4 wins over the Red Devils - October 26, 2012
Submitted by Coach Kincade

7th B team wins 8-6. Their record improves to 2-2-1
7th A team wins 50-0. Their record improves to 5-1
8th B team wins 28-0. Their record improves to 4-0-1.
8th A team wins 52-0. Their record improves to 6-0.

Both 8th grade teams can win District with a win against Jasper on November 8th.

So proud of the boys!!

Shelbyville Girls Cross Country Team - October 19, 2012
Submitted by Vance Vickers

Pictured from L to R: Tiara Johnson, Catasia Walker, Adaisia Cartwright, Ali Baty, Lakwauneshia McClelland, Belinda Bohannon, and Emma Walker

The Shelbyville Dragons will compete in their District Cross Country competition on October 24th in New Summerfield. So far this season the Varsity team has won 1st at Broaddus and Zavalla, 2nd at Crockett and SFA, 3rd at Lufkin and have collected 24 individual awards. The Varsity squad consist of Ali Baty, Belinda Bohannon, Adaisia Cartwright, Tiara Johnson, Lakwauneshia McClelland, Catasia Walker, and Emma Walker. Start time for Wednesday's race will be 9:00AM.

Center MS Football Teams Dominate Diboll with 4 Wins - October 12, 2012
Submitted by Coach Kincade

The 7th grade B team won 8-6 against Diboll. Jadavian Swindle scored a 55 yard touchdown run and Jamarh Johnson added the 2 point conversion run. They improved their record to 1-1-1.

The 7th grade A team won 42-0 in their game. Dabell Crawford scored 3 touchdowns. Crawford also added two 2 point conversions. Jadus Johnson scored two touchdown runs. Jamarious Suell scored a touchdown and had a 2 point conversion run. Their record for the season is 4-0.

The 8th grade B team won 36-0. Cade Perry scored a 56 yard touchdown run. Malik Preston added two touchdowns. Alex Duarte added a 53 yard touchdown run, Angel Campos scored his first ever touchdown on a 4 yard run. Tyler Hughes and Jamonie Nash added two point conversions. They have a 3-0 record.

The 8th grade A team won 26-0 against Diboll. Deion Thedford scored two touchdowns. Joe King had a 41 yard touchdown reception from Kyle Parks. Octavius Evans added a touchdown reception and a two point conversion.

The kids played a complete game Thursday night in all games and went away with 4 wins and outscored Diboll 112 to 6.

Keep working hard guys, so proud of you!!!

Tenaha Cross Country Team Bring Home 4 Medals - October 9, 2012
Submitted by Brenda Farmer

On Saturday, September 29th, the Tenaha Cross Country teams traveled to Zavalla for the 1st Annual Zavalla Invitational. The heavy rain did not hinder the Tigers. Drenched from head to toe, the Tigers were able to bring home 4 medals.

In the boy's JV 5K division, Efrain Hernandez posted a 16th place finish. Girl's JV 3200m was lead by LaPorsha Perry, who finished 2nd place with a time of 15:41. Camryn Sisk finished 19th in the 2 mile run.

Due to the heavy rain and poor field conditions, the Jr. High boys and girls teams ran together. Hunter Wagstaff received a medal for his 18th place finish.

11 Jr. High girls, who have shown a strong interest in the sport, are challenging themselves by improving their running times each week.

Our next meet will be the Lufkin Coke Classic on October 13th.

Left to Right: Efrain Hernandez, LaPorsha Perry, and Hunter Wagstaff. Not pictured: Camryn Sisk

Center MS Football Results Against Price Carlisle - September 14, 2012
Submitted by Coach Kincade
The 7th grade Center Middle School football teams played well last night versus Price Carlisle.

• Center 7th B Team lost 7-21. Dalton Alexander scored the touchdown.
• Center 7th A Team won 28-0. Jamarious Suell and Jadus Johnson scored a 99 yard touchdown run and Debell Crawford scored two touchdowns. Crawford scored a two point conversion and so did Witt Dockens.  The offense and defense lines and secondary all played well. These groups of kids are very special athletes.

Congrats guys we are proud of you. - Coach Kincade, Coach Stewart, Coach Cloudy, Coach Betts

New 10U Select Baseball Team, East Texas Sox - August 22, 2012
Submitted by Kendra Simmons

Shelby County, meet the new 10U Select Baseball Team, East Texas Sox. East Texas Sox originated out of Center, Texas, and have a selection of players from all over the East Texas area. They will be playing in different tournaments through out Texas.

The manager of this team is Center’s own Kevin Jones. The coaches are George Hicks, Brad Bohanon, and Clint Griffin. Players shown are Brent Bohanon, Asa Dawson, Marlon “Deuce” Garrett, Trae Grffin, Jayden Hicks, Brycen Jimmerson, Collin “CP” Jones, Cory Melton, Zaccharrias “Zacc” Smith, Carlston Williams, and Trey Williams. Good Luck East Texas Sox!!

Texas Defeated by Florida at Dixie Youth Baseball World Series - August 4, 2012
Composed by J.J. Ford.

Center played their first game representing Texas in the 2012 Dixie Youth Baseball World Series in Bartow, Florida at 6:30pm (central time) against Florida and were defeated with a score of 0-4.

Sunday, August 5th, they will play at 1:30pm (central time) against North Caroline who lost against Tennessee. World Series games are streamed live online on jockjive.com.

Good luck Texas in their second game of the World Series!

Click here for tournament bracket.

Center Team Runner Up in Dixie Boys State Tournament - July 20, 2012
Composed by J.J. Ford, Photo by Tammie Muckelroy

Center lost to Livingston with a final score of 12-1. Livingston went into the final game against Center undefeated and held Center to only one run. Center finished the season 'Runner Up' in the Dixie Boys (age 13-14) State Tournament. Way to go on a great season!

(L-R) Standing: Scooter Clark, Jared Wiggins, Jaun Moralez, Jacob Mitchell, Blaine Tomlin, Ken Muckelroy, and Bobby Barrarez. Kneeling: Dustin Bennett, Julian Jiminez, Marco Guetierrez, Brett Clark, Tyler Muckelroy, DeMario Riley, and Brent Barrarez

Dixie Youth & Dixie State Tournament Championship Finals - July 13, 2012
Album 1, Album 2, Album 3, and Album 4

The end of the Dixie Youth 9 YO State Tournament arrived today when Spring Hill defeated Kilgore for 1st Place with a score of 8 to 3 at the end of the 5th inning. The new State Champions were recognized following the game and presented awards by the Dixie Youth League officials. Kilgore was recognized for runners-up and also received awards. Panola County, who was not present, was announced to be the winners of the Sportsmanship Award.

In the AAA South Jr. Division State Tournament, the Arp vs Fairfield game was one of intense measures. If you were in the stands during this game you were on the edge of your seat! Coming into the 6th inning the teams were at a tie of 7-7. In the top of the 6th Fairfield brought in 3 runs taking the lead and bringing the score to 10 - 7. Arp got to bat and quickly scored 1 run. In the last 5 minutes of the game Arp made 3 more runs bringing the score to 11-10, finishing out the game with a victory win!

In the AAA South Regional State Tournament, the same holds true for the Cleveland vs Diboll game. In the 6th inning Cleveland had 1 and Diboll had 4. Cleveland was at bat and had all bases loaded. The team received one more run before having 2 outs. Cleveland smacked the ball to the infield causing a forced run. Before the 3rd base runner could get to home, the batter was out, not making it to first base. The game ended with a score of Diboll 4, Cleveland 2. Diboll will travel to Longview to face the North Regional winner.

In the Majors Tight Base State Tournament, Center played a double header. They first faced off against Tyler County winning with an intense game final of 6-5. Next, Center had to go against Hudson who they had defeated in Game 12 on Tuesday, July 10. The Center players weren't taking any chances against Hudson to claim the State Championship. They finished the game with a score of 1-5 in 6 innings. Center will travel to the 2012 Dixie Youth Majors & AAA World Series to be held in Bartow, Florida August 4 thru August 9th. Congratulations!

Rain Delays Sunday Games of Dixie Youth Baseball State Tournaments - July 9, 2012
Composed by J.J. Ford, More Photos

Sunday, July 8th, the second day of this weeks Dixie Youth Baseball State Tournaments started off with rain delays. The down pour started at noon; the same time the first game was scheduled. However, a little ran wasn't enough to stop America's favorite pastime.

In the AAA South Division Regional State Tournament, Rusk was defeated by Livingston National and Henderson won against Nacogdoches National.

In the Majors Tight Base State Tournament, Commerce fell to Tyler County and Delta County defeated Cumby.

In the Nine & Under State Tournament, Hudson advanced against Longview American and Spring Hill defeated Henderson.

These were the second losses for Rusk, Nacogdoches, Commerce, Cumby, Longview, and Henderson which eliminated them from the tournaments. No Sunday games were played in the AAA South Jr. Division State Tournament.

With the rain delay the winner's bracket games originally scheduled for Sunday will be played today, Monday, July 9th. Game times vary from the schedule but will begin 4pm for the Majors Tight Base, AAA South, and Nine & Under. Games will start at 1pm for the AAA South Jr. Division.

Nine & Under Bracket 2012 (http://www.eteamz.com/txdixieybb/files/(D)NineandUnder12.htm)
AAA South Bracket 2012 (http://www.eteamz.com/txdixieybb/files/(G)AAASouth12.htm)
Majors Tight Base Bracket 2012 (http://www.eteamz.com/txdixieybb/files/(J)MajorsTight12.htm)
AAA South Jr. Division 2012 (http://www.eteamz.com/txdixieybb/files/%28H%29AAASouthJr.Div.12.htm)

Center Coach Pitch Team Defeated by Cooke County American - July 5, 2012
Composed by J.J. Ford

Photo Album

Final Games of Coach Pitch and Machine Pitch State Tournaments Today

The Center 7-8 YO Coach Pitch team's State Tournament journey came to an end against Cooke County American in game 14, Monday, July 2, 2012. Going into the 4th inning the score was Center 0 - Cooke County 6. During the bottom of the 4th, Center worked to narrow the gap scoring 3 runs. They continued to fight for the win by preventing any more runs by Cooke County in the 4th & 5th innings. However, Center was only able to get 2 more runners in bringing the score to Center 5 - Cooke County American 6. During the bottom of the 6th with one out, the game ended when Cooke County American shut down the Center team with a double play on third and second base making the final score 5-6.

The 7-8 YO State Tournament continues today with the final two teams, EMC American and Palestine American, playing at the ball field at 5:30pm in game 22 of the Dixie Youth Baseball, AA Coach Pitch State Tournament.

The final two teams in the Dixie Youth Baseball, AA Machine Pitch State Tournament is Nacogdoches American and Mt. Pleasant. They will take the field at the Center Ball Park at 6pm.

Sneaky Cleats 99 take 1st Place at State Tournament - July 2, 2012
Submitted by Kathy Nichols

Sneaky Cleats 99 competed in the Dr. Pepper Texas North State Championship Tournament at the Softball Fields at Lear Park on June 30th and July 1st in Fast Pitch Girls 12 & U Open 2012. The team placed first in the State tournament. The tournament was a 7 teams double elimination bracket. The girls will compete in the USSSA World Series Class A to be held in Independance Missouri July 16th thru July 21st.

The girls are from all over East Texas and North Louisiana. Taylor Nichols from Center was amoung the girls playing.

For bracket results click here.

Shelbyville 13-14 Boys All-Stars Place 2nd - July 2, 2012
Submitted by Debbie Gilchrist

The Shelbyville 13-14 Boys All-Stars placed 2nd in the District Dixie boys tournament held in San Augustine, June 16-18. Shelbyville All-Stars qualified for the Dixie Boys State Tournament held in Marshall, TX June 30-July 5. The team defeated Diana on Saturday and played White Oak on Sunday but lost 9-8. They will play tonight at 8:00 p.m. We are Dragon Proud!

Roster in no order - Kal Metcalf, Aaron Gilchrist, Justin Nutter, Cole Cooper, Wade Baty, Justin Hooper, Wyatt Ferrebee, Kent Vaughn, Jake Wagstaff, Nate Belrose, Bryan Sonmor & Octavian Burrell. Coaches: Vic Cooper, Ryan Wilburn and G.B. Eaves.

Center 7-8 YO Coach Pitch Team defeated in Extra Innings - July 1, 2012
Composed by J.J. Ford, Photos coming soon.

Center 7-8 YO Coach Pitch played a hard game against EMC American but lost in the 7th inning with a score of 7 Center, 9 EMC American. The game was an intense battle with it tied 7 to 7 at the end of the 5th inning. Neither team scored during the 6th pushing the game into an extra inning. EMC American held Center during the bottom of the 7th inning and came back scoring two in the top of the 7th; ending the hard fault battle. Center will play Cooke County American in game 14 tomorrow with a game time of 4pm.

Center 7-8 YO Machine Pitch Team falls to San Augustine, 13 to 4 - July 1, 2012
Composed by J.J. Ford, Photo Album

Center played San Augustine at noon in the 7-8 YO Machine Pitch State Tournament loser bracket today, Sunday, July 1. Center was down 13 to 3 going into the 6th inning and their coaches gathered them on the field to encourage a final inning rally. San Augustine got two outs quick but Center refused to give in. The team got the bases loaded and one run in bringing Center's score to 4. However, San Augustine's players refused to let another runner by and got the final out of the game winning with a final score of 13-4. San Augustine will face the winner of Hallsville National vs Nacogdoches American in game 16 played Monday, July 2 at 7:30pm.

After the end of game "Good Job" between teams, Center's coaches spoke to their team saying, "The best thing about baseball is there is always next year." The coach encouraged them to hold their heads up and challenged them to come back next year and reverse the score on the scoreboard.

In the 7-8 YO Coach Pitch loser bracket game 1 Cooke County American played Central National. The final score was Cooke County American 15 - Central National 4.

The Center 7-8 YO Coach Pitch team will play EMC American in game 11 to be played today at 5:30pm on field 3.

Day One Dixie Youth Baseball Tournament Results - June 30, 2012
Composed by J.J. Ford

Chassity Davis sings the National Anthem to start the Center vs Whitewright 7-8 YO Coach Pitch game.

Day one of the Dixie Youth Baseball AA Coach Pitch & Machine Pitch State Tournaments drew to an end late Saturday night, June 30, 2012. Two Center teams competed in the tournaments. The 7-8 YO Coach Pitch team played at 7pm against Whitewright and defeated them 22 to 11. The team advances in the winners bracket and will play EMC American in game 11 to be played Sunday at 5:30pm on field 3. The 7-8 YO Machine Pitch team faced Atlanta National and were defeated. They will play in the losers bracket against San Augustine with a game time of 12 noon.

Click below for bracket results from Day 1, June 30th.

AA-Coach Pitch State Tournament Results
AA-Machine Pitch State Tournament Results

Link to Tournament Brackets: http://www.eteamz.com/txdixieybb/handouts/