July 29, 2008 RSS feed / Sports

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Outdoors With Mat Taylor

Mountain lion sightings rare, but still possible
Have you ever sighted a mountain lion in the wild? I have to admit I haven't. I have viewed several bobcats while hunting on our ranch and on ranches in West Texas. More...

Timed run

Coach Ben Needham times senior lineman Frank James during final conditioning work outs. Lampasas Badgers are preparing for the start of two-a-day practice set to begin Aug. 11. More...

On your marks...

About 40 to 50 athletes turned out for the summer conditioning program prior to the start of football practice. More...

SPORTS SHORTS

SOCCER The Tri-County Soccer Officials Association will conduct a Grade 7-8 recertification clinic Aug. 2 from noon to 6 p.m. in the Harker Heights Parks and Recreations Center at 407 Miller's Crossing. Walk-in registrations will not be accepted. More...

Blue Blazes show well at Games of Texas event in San Antonio

From an injury to heavy rains, the Lampasas Blue Blazes met with some trouble at the Games of Texas last week in San Antonio. Coach Trent Lancaster said he is proud of his athletes and their accomplishments during this summer track season. More...

Good run

Varsity football coaches clock junior Astin Murray for time as he finishes his quarter-mile run on the last day of summer conditioning. Coaches encourage players to work out on their own until two-a-days start Aug. 11. More...

Rest break

Senior Tyler Willie takes a minute to catch his breath following conditioning. "I'm glad these workouts are over," said Willie. "I just want to hit people." More...

British soccer camp on tap

The Boys and Girls Club of Lampasas will play host to a Challenger Sports British soccer camp Aug. 4 through Aug. 8 at Gavin Garrett Soccer Complex. "First Kicks" camp sessions for three- and fouryear olds will be from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. More...