Bluejays battle in 56-55 road loss to Mumford

The Snook Bluejays improved their shot selection and overall play last Friday while rallying in a 56-55 road loss to Mumford. The Bluejays, coming off a 47-42 road loss to rival Somerville, showed marked improvement and came back from an 11-point deficit to almost win it.

Registration set for Pony League in Deanville

The Deanville Pony League will hold registration for players from 4-6 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 24, at Deanville Memorial Park. The cost is $75 per player and $50 for each additional sibling. To register online, visit the Deanville Pony League Facebook page.

Somerville’s Carter scores 19 against Iola, 19 against Normangee

Last week, the Lady Yeguas opened District 26-2A play with two wins, led in scoring by Ra’Maya Carter -- scoring 19 points in each game. And, senior Xadria Martin continues to dominate at both ends of the court, racking up her sixth doubledouble out of the last seven games for the Lady Yeguas.

Somerville falls to Bellville in final non-district game

The Somerville Yeguas fell to Bellville 51-37 on Wednesday, Jan. 6, in Bellville in their final non-district game. The Yeguas, 3-8 in non-district play, were scheduled to open district play on Tuesday night, Jan. 12, at home against county rival Snook.

Number 22 Lady Jays beat Burton, Iola to start district

Seniors Jaycie Brisco, Jaivan Stringfellow and Avery Kovar each scored in doubledigits to lead the Lady Jays over Burton in their district opener. Brisco led all scorers with 18 points. Stringfellow added 14 points, and Avery’s 11 points included two three-pointers.

Caldwell falls to state ranked Cameron 65-52

The Caldwell Hornets fell to state-ranked Cameron Yoe 65-52 last Friday in Caldwell. The Hornets, who trailed just 30-23 at halftime, struggled with Cameron’s aggressive press defense and had some costly turnovers as the Yoemen built a 56-41 edge in the third quarter.

Sports Corner

NOT EXCITING -- What was supposed to be an exciting battle for the college national title on Monday night turned into a runaway, with the Alabama Crimson Tide beating the Ohio State Buckeyes 52-24.

Snook falls behind early, falls to Bremond 61-47

The Snook Bluejays fell behind early and were unable to rally in a 61-47 road loss to Bremond last Tuesday, Jan. 5. The Bluejays, 8-7 and playing their last non-district game, trailed 14-7 in the first quarter and 36- 16 at halftime.

SISD to meet Jan. 13

The Somerville School Board was scheduled to meet on Wednesday, Jan. 13, to discuss facility planning, including use of the old junior high building. The planning will include a presentation by Robert Gadbois of Owners Building Resource, LLC (OBR).

Fall athletic banquet set for Jan. 21

The Caldwell Athletic Booster Club is planning the Fall Sports Banquet on Thursday, Jan. 21, at the Burleson County Expo Building. Doors will open at 6 p.m. with a meal served at 6:30 p.m. Athletes who competed in cross country, volleyball, football and cheerleading will be recognized.