SPORTS

Even with multiple injuries impacting the lineup, the Shorthorns were able to build a 20-point lead last Friday in Thorndale. But, after a Bulldog comeback, they needed some clutch plays to start district with a 41-40 win. Rodney H Walton heeded his head coach’s instructions to “lay out” after the game-tying touchdown with 5:24 left, diving to block the extra-point kick. On the first play of…

CAMERON, Texas (KBTX) - Despite facing a three-score first-half deficit the Cameron Yoeman rally fell short Friday against Lorena, 43-41. Lorena opened the scoring on a five-yard touchdown run from Braylon Henry. Cameron responded with a Kason Goolsby 51-yard touchdown reception. Lorena would take a 29-7 lead before Cameron scored...

Looking at the highly expected 'Game of the Week', the Lorena Leopards came out on top, overcoming Cameron Yoe and making up for their previous loss. Two years after their state championship victory, Lorena continues to impress. The team's young players were forced to step up and demonstrate their resilience and flexibility, key factors in the Lorena win.

The Yoemen cross country team hosted the Milam County Triangular at the Junior High on Sept. 13.  Kiera Land was the lone varsity runner for the girls team and finished third with a time of 10:30.  The varsity boys competed against Rockdale and Aggieland and finished second with a combined total of 30 points.  Leading the way for the Yoemen was Damon Flemings, who finished second with a time of 10:47. Right behind him was Josh Jochec finishing third with a time of 18:14. Brady Havens was next to come through, finishing seventh with a time of 11:33. Alejandro Silva was next, finishing...

The Cameron Yoemen football team hosted the Bellville Brahmas on Friday. Cameron was defeated by Bellville 56-22. Bellville stayed in control for most of the first half, leading 21-7 at halftime. The Brahmas continued to dominate in the second half, outscoring Cameron 35-15 to beat the Yoemen 56-22. Braylan Drake...

Eagle Gabe Sanders started the night off with an amazing punt return. Nearly making the touchdown to only get tripped up at the goal line. Eagle Andres Ruelas finished it off though. Alas that is the only touchdown they manage besides field goal attempt for the first half. Second half Milano manages 10 more points but its not enough. Warriors take the win 42- 20.

In Milam County, Texas, there are interesting high school football matchups on the docket this week. Info on how to watch them is available below. Follow High School Football this season on the NFHS Network! Keep tabs on your family or alma mater and tune in!. Other Games in Texas...

CALDWELL, Texas (KBTX) - The Caldwell Hornets are still looking for their first win of the season following a 33-25 loss to Lexington Friday night at Hornet Stadium. Caldwell (0-5) was able to tie the game at 7 in the second quarter on a quarterback keeper by Coy Becka from 13 yards out.

THORNDALE - Iola becomes top dog in a come from behind win over Thorndale, 37-31, on the road Sept. 15. With Iola trailing, 31-29, Tyler Elliott scored on a 3-yard quarterback keeper. They punched in the conversion to seal the win, 38-31. “We began to wear them down in the...

LLANO – Jim Ned sophomore Aiden Ellis rushed for 150 yards on 22 carries to lead the unbeaten Lions over the Rockdale Tigers 38-12 in nondistrict action Friday in a neutral site game. Jim Ned (4-0) rushed for 314 yards and junior quarterback Dean Guffey threw for 201 yards...

MUMFORD – The Mumford volleyball team rallied for a 22-25, 17-25, 25-19, 28-26, 15-12 nondistrict victory over Thrall in a matchup of Class 2A state-ranked teams Tuesday. Eighth-ranked Mumford (22-7) was led by Natalia Galvan who had 21 kills, six aces and four digs. Allison Scamardo added nine kills and four digs. Jayla Martinez had seven kills and five aces. Karlee West had 40 assists and four digs. Sam Sosa had four digs and Rehan Lehoski had three digs. Tenth-ranked Thrall fell to 15-8.

The Lady Yoe volleyball team hosted the Rockdale Lady Tigers on Friday for their district opener. The Lady Yoe were victorious, winning 3-1.  The first point of the first set went to Cameron. The Lady Yoe would stay on top and took a 4-2 lead, which was soon followed with a big swing by Kennedy Banks (11) to make it a 6-4 lead. Cameron began to try and pull away with three consecutive kills by Saydi Wimmer (12) to widen the gap to 11-6.  The Lady Yoe stayed aggressive with a powerful spike by Crystal Daniels (7) to make it a 14-9...

LEXINGTON, Texas (KBTX) - The Lexington Eagles adds another win to their record against the Tomball Christian Warriors at home in week four of Friday Football Fever. It was a tied match up with the Eagles and the Warriors, however, the Eagles soared above the Warriors tonight 32-30. The Eagles...

Leon, Texas (KBTX) - Thrall came in tonight undefeated, but Leon handed the Tigers their first loss 20 - 14. The first touchdown of the night went to Leon and it sure was an intimidating one. Caden Hughes gets the credit for that interception and TD. Shortly following that TD motivation is high and leads to another TD in the first quarter, Garren Wise credited with that one. Thrall did manage to put up a TD before the half but just one was not enough to break the spirit of the Tigers.

South Belton Middle School Tigers traveled to Cameron to compete in the Yoe Town Harrier Invitational. These runners came to compete in their first 2 mile, non-relay even. The top 20 received medals. South came home with 14 medals between the boys and girls teams. In a light rain, the...

CAMERON – The Lamar girls cross country team participated in the Yoetown Harrier Meet in Cameron on Wednesday afternoon. Lamar returns to action on September 20th when they will compete in the South Belton Invitational at South Belton M.S.