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Peyton Sisson finishes at the rim over a China Spring defender. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

Peyton Sisson finishes at the rim over a China Spring defender. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

Badgers scratch Cougars for first-round playoff win

Hunter King
Thursday, February 26, 2026
The Badger basketball team has been chasing a first-round playoff win for the past three years. That goal was achieved Tuesday night in Academy with a 64-60 Lampasas win over the China Spring Cougars.The Badgers got out to a quick start in the game, but then hit an offensive lull.
FILE PHOTO Jonathan Bowling delivered a big hit against Copperas Cove.

FILE PHOTO Jonathan Bowling delivered a big hit against Copperas Cove.

Baseball team beats Copperas Cove in 11 innings

Hunter King
Thursday, February 26, 2026
On Monday, the Badger baseball team scored four runs in the top of the 11th inning to beat the Copperas Cove Bulldogs 7-3.In the final inning, Drew Davis led off with a double. He was followed by Calvin Phelps and Kade Landry who both drew walks.

Lady Badger basketball players honored with district awards

Hunter King
Thursday, February 26, 2026
The official All-District awards for the Lady Badger basketball district have been announced, and multiple players were named in the awards.The entire varsity team received Academic All-District recognition to honor their work in the classroom along with their efforts on the court.

Softball thumps Llano in five innings

Hunter King
Thursday, February 26, 2026
The Lady Badger softball team continued its dominant offense, as the girls put up 16 runs in five innings to beat Llano 16-0 on Monday.Freshman Gia Grasso drove in five runs on three hits to lead the Lady Badgers. She homered in the second inning, driving in two runs.
Athletic Director Troy Rogers has released the Badgers football schedule for 2026.

Athletic Director Troy Rogers has released the Badgers football schedule for 2026.

The Badgers

News Staff
Thursday, February 26, 2026
COURTESY PHOTO Hornets’ basketball team poses for a photo at their bi-district playoff game.

COURTESY PHOTO Hornets’ basketball team poses for a photo at their bi-district playoff game.

Hornets win nail-biter for first playoff win in four years

Hunter King
Thursday, February 26, 2026
The Lometa Hornet basketball team scratched and clawed its way to a first-round playoff win Monday night over Aquilla.After trailing for most of the game, Lometa fought its way back to take the lead with less than a minute to go.

Powerlifting teams take part in final meet before regionals

Hunter King
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Last week, the Lampasas girls’ powerlifting team traveled to San Saba for the final regular-season meet before the regional competition, which is being held today in Dublin.Aimee Weinheimer broke her bench press record by 10 pounds with a lift of 140 pounds in the 97-pound weight class.
HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD Kelbie Black plays a pass during a previous match against Brownwood.

HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD Kelbie Black plays a pass during a previous match against Brownwood.

Lady Badger soccer loses tough match to Academy

Hunter King
Thursday, February 26, 2026
On Tuesday, the girls’ soccer team suffered a 3-1 loss to Academy at home.The Lady Badgers played well in moments during the game but didn’t keep up the consistency. The little things cost them, according to head coach Kim Burnside.

Boys’ soccer team wins big over Academy

Hunter King
Thursday, February 26, 2026
There were clean sheets kept by both the Lampasas junior varsity and varsity boys’ soccer teams when they hosted Academy on Tuesday. The Badger varsity took care of business in a 5-0 win, and the JV dominated in an 8-0 win.
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