Schools

Hemphill Varsity Cheer performed Thursday evening at Hornet Stadium during the opening festivities for the 2022-2023 school year. Stunting by group, on the left, Maisie Wright, Chadsyde Price, Dashia Richards and Kiera Frazier.

The alumni team proved they still had what it takes last week when they faced off with the Hornet Varisty. It was a great match, with both teams taking a game to force a tie-breaker.

Members of the Hornet Class of 2023 met at Holly Park for a sunrise service on Sunday. Refuge pastor George Ross prayed over the seniors and shared a message for the parents and students. Project Graduation hosted the event and following the service breakfast was served at the Refuge in Milam.

Athletics and extra curriculars are kicking off right and left in Sabine County. Last week Hemphill ISD hosted a meet and greet for their coaches.

The Lady Hornets Volleyball camp started on July 28th, and the prospective team was stretching for success. A team roster has not yet been determined, but we will let you know as soon as we are notified of its completion.

A new season is off to an early start with the Tigers first practice off to a roaring start at 630 Monday morning. Coach Danny Bragg was pleased with 35 players on the field, and optimistic about building a team around his returning core group.

For three days last week, 16 young Hornets showed up for work with the Hornet High School coaching staff.

The Tim Stanley Baseball Summer Camp kicked off at West Sabine High School ball field on Thursday July 14th, through 16th, for kids current age 7 – 14. Coaches Chase Malone and Tim Forse were keeping a keen eye on techniques while honing the skills of these eager young ball players. Reporter

These Combat girls battled back through the losers bracket and never quit despite playing for two days in this heat on turf; they finished second.

West Sabine High School cheerleaders left for camp last monday with hopes of learning lots of new things to help them cheer on their Tigers this year.