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CALDWELL’S CLAYTON FRAYLEY takes a shot as Harrison Novak defends in the alumni scrimmage in Caldwell on Tuesday, Nov. 11.

CALDWELL’S CLAYTON FRAYLEY takes a shot as Harrison Novak defends in the alumni scrimmage in Caldwell on Tuesday, Nov. 11.

CALDWELL’S CLAYTON FRAYLEY

News Staff
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
CALDWELL’S CLAYTON FRAYLEY takes a shot as Harrison Novak defends in the alumni scrimmage in Caldwell on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
MERCY CHOLLETT

MERCY CHOLLETT

Ellis named Co-Offensive MVP for District 25-2A

Denise Squier
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
With Burton’s fiveset loss to Shiner in the UIL Region 4 Class 2A Division II Championship, officials with District 25-2A Volleyball were able to release their All-District selections.Somerville’s Karys Ellis was named the district’s Co-Offensive MVP.
KAMRYN HARRIS wins this battle for possession against a Milano player during Friday’s game. Tribune photo by Denise Squier

KAMRYN HARRIS wins this battle for possession against a Milano player during Friday’s game. Tribune photo by Denise Squier

Lady Yeguas battle Milano for 44-32 win

Denise Squier
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Last Friday, the Milano Lady Eagles flew into Somerville, eyeingawin,buttheLadyYeguascameawaywith a season home opener 44-32 victory.The Lady Yeguas are now 2-0 for 2025-2026 -- tying their win total from last year’s entire season.
NATALIE EASTEPP

NATALIE EASTEPP

Eastepp earns Defensive MVP honors for District 22-4A

Denise Squier
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
With the elimination of Bellville from the UIL Class 4A Divison I State Tournament, losing to La Vernia in the State Semifinals, officials with District 22-4A released their volleyball All-District selections.Caldwell’s Natalie Eastepp was named as the district’s Defensive MVP for the 2025 season.
JA’KEITH DANIELS scored a TD for Somerville for his final run as a Somerville Yegua as time expired against Junction. See story page 3B. Photo courtesy of Katie Klingler

JA’KEITH DANIELS scored a TD for Somerville for his final run as a Somerville Yegua as time expired against Junction. See story page 3B. Photo courtesy of Katie Klingler

Six county student-athletes honored as Academic All-State

Denise Squier
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) as Academic All-State recipients one for cross country and five for volleyball.To be nominated for Academic All-State, a student must: * Be an athlete, student trainer or manager in good standing with the team.* Be of good moral character.

Sports Corner

Sloan Preuss
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
THE REAL DEAL -- I’m not talking about the 4-piece chicken tenders with gravy and fries from Golden Chick. I’m talking about the #3 Texas A&M Aggies after a 38-17 road win over the #22 Missouri Tigers on Saturday.Yes, this year’s Aggies are looking more legit with every game.
THE CALDWELL HIGH School Honeybees Dance Team performs at halftime of the Caldwell-Bellville football game.

THE CALDWELL HIGH School Honeybees Dance Team performs at halftime of the Caldwell-Bellville football game.

Snook falls to Franklin JV 34, concludes season

News Staff
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
The Snook Bluejays finished their season last Thursday with a 34-0 home loss to Franklin JV, concluding their season after transitioning to JV play midway through the schedule.Snook dropped down to the JV level due to manpower shortage and expects to return to varsity play next year.
KYSON STRANGE AND Gus Naquin make a tackle in the season finale against Bellville. Tribune photo by Roy Sanders

KYSON STRANGE AND Gus Naquin make a tackle in the season finale against Bellville. Tribune photo by Roy Sanders

Hornets fall 63-14 to Bellville in finale

Roy Sanders
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
The Caldwell Hornets concluded their season last Friday in a 63-14 road loss to district champion Bellville.Caldwell finished the year 3-6-1 overall and 1-4 in district play, earning their first district win in six years.Bellville finished 8-2 overall and 5-0 in district play.

Lady Yeguas open season with big win over Waelder

Denise Squier
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
The Lady Yeguas’ season opener against Waelder left the Lady Wildcats feeling more like little kittens as Somerville routed Waelder on the road 41-7.Somerville’s defense held Waelder scoreless in the first quarter, outscoring the Lady Wildcats 15-0.
LEE ANN GALLAGHER OF CALDWELL and her horse Bentley were the 2025 Adult Walk Trot Ranch Trail champions with a score of 78 at this year’s Texas Ranch Horse Championship. Tribune photo by Sabine Lazo

LEE ANN GALLAGHER OF CALDWELL and her horse Bentley were the 2025 Adult Walk Trot Ranch Trail champions with a score of 78 at this year’s Texas Ranch Horse Championship. Tribune photo by Sabine Lazo

Locals win big at Texas Ranch Horse Championship

News Staff
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Three Caldwell residents and their equine partners brought home top honors from the Texas Ranch Horse Championship Show held in Buffalo from Nov. 7-9.
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