SPORTS
Texas High School Football Semifinals: Summer Creek Bulldogs vs Cibolo Steele Knights Preview
• The Summer Creek Bulldogs and the Cibolo Steele Knights will face each other in the Texas High School Football playoffs semifinals on December 9th, 2023. Both teams have only lost one game each this season.
INSIDE THE RING: "Bam" prepares for final fight of 2023
San Antonio's Jessie "Bam" Rodriguez, with an 18-0 record, is set for a final 2023 fight against undefeated Sunny Edwards. After a jaw-breaking victory and successful surgery, Rodriguez is back in the ring for a flyweight championship title clash. The 12-round fight is scheduled for Saturday night at Desert Diamond Arena, Arizona.
Scholar Athlete: Saleen Burkett, East Central High School
SAN ANTONIO – Meet Instant Replay’s newest Scholar Athlete of the Week: Saleen Burkett of East Central High School. Saleen has been a member of the varsity golf team since 2021. She’s also a member of the Culinary Program. She was named Academic All-District three years in a row. She’s a member of the National Honor Society, the National Society of High School Scholars, the Family Career Community Leaders of America and is an AP Scholar. Saleen also performs community service through East Central High School and Roy P. Benavidez Elementary School. She maintains a 4.0 GPA and is ranked in the top eight percent of her class. Saleen plans to play collegiate golf, major in Criminal Justice and become an Investigative Analyst for the United States Secret Service.
Area High School Basketball Results
Marion — Braeden Fleming 18, Richard Rayos 8, Jaiden Riley 5, Davian Lagunas 3, Gavin Moltz 2, Walker Lindeman 2. Seguin — Chase Zuniga 10, Noah Lara 7, Gavin Molina 6, Lane Seidenberger 5, Isaiah Rodriguez 3, Colton Saengerhausen 2.
The Advocates Boxing Youth Program faces funding struggles
Facing financial struggles, the Advocates Boxing Youth Program, a safe haven for at-risk kids in San Antonio, is on the ropes. Despite setbacks from fires and the pandemic, the program continues to fight for survival, seeking financial aid and a permanent home to continue their mission of discipline through sport.
Last group of entertainers announced for 2024 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo has released the final list of entertainers for the 2024 season. Wynonna Judd, Brad Paisley, Chris Young, Big & Rich, and Gretchen Wilson are among the performers who will play in February at the Frost Bank Center, the rodeo announced on Thursday.
Elizabeth Leachman, Drew Griffith win 2023 Foot Locker Cross Country Championships
On Saturday, the 2023 Foot Locker Cross Country champions won their races with a similar tactic: Boerne Champion High School (San Antonio, Texas) sophomore Elizabeth Leachman and Butler (Pa.) High School senior Drew Griffith watched a leader jump ahead, waited for them to tire, and then made their move to the finish line, where they crossed the finish line in first place.
Linguard’s 21 help UTSA defeat Arkansas-Fort Smith 93-60
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Carlton Linguard had 21 points in UTSA’s 93-60 victory over Arkansas-Fort Smith on Sunday. Linguard added seven rebounds and Isaiah Wyatt had 20 points and five rebounds for the Roadrunners (5-4). Christian Tucker scored 17 points. Roland McCoy led the Lions in scoring, finishing...
'The Fast Breakin’ Fiesta Cutback' | San Antonio custom sneaker company to release its first signature sneaker with a Spurs retro theme
SAN ANTONIO — Get ready to add some incredible San Antonio Spurs-inspired sneakers to your collection, Spurs fans. Dank & Co., the famous custom sneaker company based in San Antonio, is set to release its first signature sneaker that pays homage to the Spurs' retro "Fiesta" colors appropriately named, "The Fast Breakin’ Fiesta Cutback."
TLU Baseball Announces 2024 Schedule
SEGUIN, Texas — Texas Lutheran Baseball announced its 2024 schedule, featuring 23 home games at Katt-Isbel Field. The Bulldogs will also play in the Concordia Classic at Concordia University in Austin, February 9-10. The season will be the first under new head coach and TLU Baseball alum Kyle Palmer ’09 and the 75th in the program’s history.
Early college high school student injured on campus
A student from S.T.E.M. Early College High School in the Harlandale Independent School District was injured while playing tag on the afternoon of Dec. 5 in the courtyard of the Central Academic Building at Texas A&M University-San Antonio. EMTs stood nearby with a stretcher as his fellow high school students...
Fred's Fish Fry Files Lawsuit Over Parody Spurs Jerseys for Copyright Infringement
• San Antonio fast food chain Fred's Fish Fry Inc. has filed a lawsuit against several business owners and a local artist for copyright infringement. The suit alleges that a parody sports jersey, which combines the Fred's logo with that of the NBA's Spurs, violates the restaurant's federal trademark registrations.
Brennan's Kingston Flemmings Dominates with Stellar Performance
Witness an epic performance by Brennan Jr Kingston Fleming, a top 100 nationally ranked player, as he scores a whopping 39 points in a game. With offers from top colleges, Fleming's skill on the court is undeniable. Tune in for this thrilling match!
Chapel Hill vs. San Antonio Davenport
San Antonio Davenport (11-3) vs. Chapel Hill (12-2) Where: McLane Stadium, 927 South Lake Brazos Parkway, Waco, 76711. Coaches: Davenport: J.D. Zimmerhanzel (27-9); Chapel Hill: Jeff Riordan (112-39) Last Week: Davenport 55, Port Lavaca Calhoun 20; Chapel Hill 21, Kilgore 19. Up Next: The winner will face either Decatur or...
Fishing Lines for Christmas Time: Football great Priest Holmes giving away rods, reels to local kids
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio football great Priest Holmes ran for thousands of yards and dozens of touchdowns at Marshall High School all the way to the University of Texas and the NFL. But in retirement, he traded carrying the football for fishing rods. Holmes is hosting the third...
McLaughlin scores 20 as Northern Arizona beats Incarnate Word 76-75
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Trenton McLaughlin sank a go-ahead 3-pointer with three seconds left, scoring 20 points to rally Northern Arizona to a 76-75 victory over Incarnate Word on Saturday night. McLaughlin was 8 of 18 shooting (4 for 8 from 3-point range) for the Lumberjacks (5-5). Diego Campisano scored 17 points and added seven rebounds. Jayden Jackson shot 4 of 8 from the field and 6 for 7 from the line to finish with 14 points. The Cardinals (3-6) were led by Sky Wicks, who recorded 28 points. Shon Robinson added 27 points and eight rebounds for Incarnate Word. In addition, Dylan Hayman finished with five points. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.