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Lady Ducks junior Kayleigh Page tracking the ball to her glove to secure an out. Photos by Evan Hale

Lady Ducks post shutout in playoff opener

The Taylor Lady Ducks started off their playoff run with a bang against the Furr Brahmans (Houston) Friday, April 28. The Lady Ducks defeated the Brahmans 12-0 and showed that they are here to play. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM

Lions senior Travis Burton delivering a strike to the Thrall batter. Photo by Larry Pelchat

Lions eliminate Tigers 6-5

The Granger Lions (14-11 overall, 11-6 District 27-2A) spotted the Thrall Tigers (18-12, 10-7) an early 3-0 lead only to rally for a 6-5 win to earn the fourth playoff spot from District 27-2A. The teams completed the regular season tied with identical 10-6 marks in district play and split their regular season games. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM

Levi Fletcher tagging a runner out at second to close out an inning for the Hippos. Photo by Larry Pelchat

Hippos’ loss keeps them in second place

HUTTO – The Hutto Hippos took on the Midway Panthers (Waco) with a chance to tie their district records and move up to first place. The Panthers would take an 8-4 win Saturday, April 29, to solidify themselves in the top spot of the district and keep the Hippos in second place. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM

Dylon Richardson takes a moment to focus before shooting a free throw Photos by Larry Pelchat

Hutto player named to the All-Star game

HUTTO – Hutto Hippos senior Dylon Richardson’s phenomenal senior season continues as he has been named as a participant in the Cen-Tex All-Star Game Saturday, May 6. Richardson was a big part of the Hippos success this past basketball season as a senior leader and has racked up plenty of other awards along with playing in the All-Star game. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM

Mario Aguero using his speed as he rounds the bases and sets his sights on home plate. Photo By Larry Pelchat

Ducks record shutout in season finale

After securing the district title, the Taylor Ducks welcomed the Manor New Tech Titans to Krueger Field Tuesday, April 25 to close out the season in a five-inning game. The Ducks’ stellar pitching was on full display for the home crowd as they only allowed only one hit in the entire game. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM

Nate Tucker winding up on the mound before delivering a strike to the batter. Photo By Larry Pelchat

Lions walk it off in season finale

GRANGER – On Tuesday, April 25, the Granger Lions took on the Holland Hornets in a back-and-forth contest that came down to the wire with the Lions coming out on top. The Granger Lions senior Nate Tucker smacked a ball over the fence to give the Lions a 11-10 victory over the Holland Hornets in the final game of the season. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM

Emma Whitsel standing on the podium after earning third place in the 100-meeter hurdles. Courtesy photo

Lady Ducks Area track meet results

LA GRANGE – The Taylor Lady Ducks competed at the area track meet in La Grange Friday, April 21, and had a few athletes qualify for the regional meet. The Lady Ducks continued to show improvement, because even though not everyone on the team qualified for the regional meet, they still recorded some new personal bests. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM

Daniel Vincent (45) blocking two defenders and opening a big hole for his running back. Courtesy Photo

Rams senior to sign letter of intent

at St. Mary’s High School, senior Daniel Vincent is set to sign a letter of intent to play at the college level. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM

TIGERS AND LIONS PLAY IN TO STAY IN

TIGERS AND LIONS PLAY IN TO STAY IN

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Mikayla Velasquez getting underneath a ball to secure an out for her team. Photo By Larry Pelchat

Tigerettes top Lassies in season finale

THRALL – While the season didn’t go quite as planned for the Thrall Tigerettes, they did finish their season on a high note, topping the Bartlett Lassies 5-1 Friday night. The Tigerettes finish the season with a 14-14-2 overall record and an 8-8 District 27-2A mark. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM

Garet Boehm getting into his defensive stance as the pitch is delivered. Photo By Larry Pelchat

Hippos' complete series sweep of Wolves

PFLUGERVILLE – The Hutto Hippos developed a strong lead halfway through game two of their two-game series against the Pflugerville Weiss Wolves Tuesday, April 25, and rode that momentum all the way to a victory. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM

Johnny Ryder watching the drill, waiting his turn while living his dream in an Aggie uniform.

Granger football star living childhood dream at A&M

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Lady Ducks 4x200 M Relay team Azalie Balusek, Zakaya Frederick, Kaleigh Woods, Emma Whitsel taking a picture after winning the district championship. Courtesy Photo

Speedy Ducks grab district titles

The Taylor Ducks boys and girls track team competed at the District 22-4A Track Meet at Taylor High School and they walked away with a couple of district championship wins. The Ducks also had multiple athletes qualify for the area meet, putting them one step closer to the state championship. 04/15/2023 07:00 AM

The Iron Disaster

The Iron Disaster

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Nick Treuter focusing in on the ball before recording a base hit and scoring a run. Photo by Larry Pelchat

Ducks trample Buffaloes in extra innings

GIDDINGS – Sound defense and timely offense helped the Taylor Ducks fly past the Giddings Buffaloes for their 19th win of the season. The Ducks overcame the big obstacle of giving up six runs in the fourth inning to take home a 10-7 win on the road. 04/15/2023 07:00 AM