New Early girls basketball coach Kristy Sweatman is happy to welcome the return of Dana Lykes and Taylor Summers to her team. Lykes, a 5’8” senior forward was an all-district selection last season for the Lady Longhorns. “She is athletic and quick,” Sweatma said of Lykes. “Dana is an inside presence for us that can get up and rebound and defend.” Meanwhile, Summers, a ... Read More
Early boys basketball
The Early boys basketball started three sophomores and a junior last year, so coach Eric Davis, beginning his second year as the Longhorns’ head coach, believes that the experience gained a year ago will pay benefits this season. “Our toughness and knowledge of the game are our team’s strengths,” said Davis, “but we have to get better at shooting the 3-ball.” Early was ... Read More
Cross Plains boys basketball
Dade Cosby, in his eighth season as the boy’s basketball coach at Cross Plains, believes the experience his team gained last season will pay dividends this year. “We will be more skilled and experienced,” he said. “Sophomores and juniors now have a year of playoff basketball experience.” The Buffaloes return three starters and five lettermen from last year’s team that ... Read More
Cross Plains girls basketball
The Cross Plains girls basketball team expects to challenge Eula for the District 13-1A crown this year. The Lady Buffaloes return three starters and four lettermen from a team that finished 13-13 overall and 6-4 in district a year ago. “This year’s team will be more athletic and defensive-minded,” said Dustin Bates, who is in 24th season as the girls coach at Cross Plains. ... Read More
Cooper Boys Basketball
After winning its first outright district championship in 25 years, the Abilene Cooper boys basketball team is poised for a repeat. The Cougars return three starters and six lettermen from a team that finished 16-6 overall and 7-2 as the District 4-5A champion. “We will be right up there in the running for district champs,” said Cooper coach Bryan Conover. “We return a lot ... Read More