UTRGV baseball set for final homestand with 1st place on the line
Listen insteadThe UTRGV baseball team has secured a spot at the Western Athletic Baseball Tournament, set for May 25-28 at HohokamStadium in Mesa, AZ. With three wins against Sam Houston this weekend during the Vaqueros’ final home series of the season, UTRGV (29-20, 14-10)could propel itself into first place in the WAC’s Southwest Division standings. The action begins with Game 1 at 7 p.m. today at UTRGV Baseball Stadium in Edinburg. A UTRGV sweep at home this weekend creates a tie atop the division with one WAC series remaining before theconference tournament. UTRGV is also running three promotions during its final home series.
myrgv.comVaqueros drop Game 2 against Bearkats
UTRGV REPORTSThe UTRGV baseball team lost to the Sam Houston Bearkats 10-7 in the middle game of its three-game series on Saturday at Don Sanders Stadium in Huntsville. Left fielder Brandon Pimentel was one of four Vaqueros (15-11, 5-6 WAC) with multi-hit games, going 4-for-5 with a double and two runs scored. Catcher Bryan Sturges went 2-for-4 with a double, three RBIs and a run scored. Designated hitter Cameron Blake went 2-for-4 with a walk and two runs scored. UTRGV and Sam Houston complete their three-game WAC series at 1 p.m. today.
myrgv.comVaqueros back on right track, Sam Houston next
The Vaqueros look to stay in a groove as they travel to face Sam Houston for a three-game Western Athletic Conference series beginning at 6:30 p.m. Friday at Don Sanders Stadium in Huntsville. Game 2 of the three-game series is slated for 3 p.m. Saturday, with the series finale at 1 p.m. Sunday. “It’s going to be tough on the road at Sam Houston, so we got to be ready to play every week. LOOKING AHEADAfter this weekend’s three-game series against Sam Houston, the Vaqueros will shift their focus towards a nonconference game against No. The Longhorns are also on the road this weekend playing a three-game series against Big 12 rival Oklahoma.
myrgv.comSam Houston goal-line stand stops UIW 49-42 in FCS playoff
Ramon Jefferson rushed for 166 yards and two touchdowns, Eric Schmid accounted for the game-winning score and defending national champion Sam Houston fended off Incarnate Word 49-42 with a last-gasp goal-line tackle in the second round of the FCS playoffs.
VOLLEYBALL HIGHLIGHTS: Poth rolls past Natalia, Smithson Valley battles South San, Burbank sweeps Sam Houston
Week 7 of the high school volleyball season features some impressive performances in district play, as Poth rolls past Natalia in 27-3A, Smithson Valley takes on South San in 27-6A and Burbank sweeps Sam Houston in 27-5A.
Sam Houston community pays tribute to late coach
SAN ANTONIO – On Thursday afternoon at Sam Houston High School, the Hurricanes celebrated the life of assistant football coach Phil Jimenez, who passed away in late December due to COVID-19 complications. February 4th marked coach Phil’s 50th birthday. So to honor his memory, the school planted a tree near the football field. Members of the Sam Houston community, students, staff, coach Phil’s family and parents were all there to honor a man that meant so much to so many.
Mackey and youth movement lead Sam Houston over Edison
Mackey scored 25 points, 10 points above his season average, in leading Sam Houston (7-8 overall, 7-3 in 27-5A), to the victory as they remained in a two-way tie for third place in district with Lanier. Sam Houston had balanced scoring from its young core of players, which includes seven sophomores, one junior and one freshman, to backup Mackey. Sam Houston scored 14 points off Edison turnovers. Sam Houston coach Erik Coleman said the Hurricanes strategy was to keep the pressure on Edison (6-9 overall, 4-6 in 27-5A) throughout the game. With five games left in the regular season, Sam Houston will be trying to move up in the District 27-5A standings as it makes a push for a playoff berth.
mysanantonio.comSenior-laden Hurricanes edge Rockets to keep playoffs in sight
With contributions from each of their six seniors, the Hurricanes were able to hold off the Rockets for a 51-48 win at Sam Houston. Before the victory, Sam Houston was only a game ahead of Kennedy in the district standings. Tyera Harris is one of six Hurricanes seniors who have risen to the challenge. Sam Houston led 29-14 with 4:33 until halftime when Carmen Hansen banked in a three-point shot. Treasure Vallerie and Garcia each scored six points during the Rockets’ late run at Sam Houston.
mysanantonio.comSam Houston tries to change its culture
Preparation is a major ingredient in the recipe as Sam Houston tries to make the transition to a winning program. Against Kennedy, Sam Houston won the first two games by identical 25-14 scores. “So far, they’ve been working and doing the things I expect them to do,” first-year Sam Houston coach Tashina Hughes said. I think we can be really, really good.”In Game 2, a kill from Gelisa Thomas gave Sam Houston a 7-2 lead. “I try to tell them they always need to work on something, no matter how the game’s going,” said Hughes, a 2003 Sam Houston grad.
mysanantonio.comSeaWorld donates toilet paper to medical trainees at Ft. Sam Houston
SAN ANTONIO – SeaWorld San Antonio donated its supply of toilet paper Saturday to Navy medical trainees stationed at Ft. Sam Houston. Members of the Navy First Class Petty Officers Association, a non-federal, non-profit group that advocates on behalf of enlisted sailors, reached out to SeaWorld officials and requested the donation for 1,000 Navy medical trainees in need of supplies. The military students are restricted to the base due to the new coronavirus pandemic and were experiencing a shortage. SeaWorld San Antonio donated 45 cases, about 500 jumbo-sized rolls, of toilet paper. All SeaWorld theme parks temporarily closed on March 16 and will stay closed at least through the end of the month.
SAISD YOUTH, SICK AND STUNNED, AT AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY
Academic Decathlon Team, Sam Houston High School, San Antonio ISDI would also like to recognize some other outstanding Sam Houston students. Now let's talk about this month's question that we're asking people within our community, which is Why do you celebrate Black History month? I showed them a short film that KLRN aired this past week about African American History. Then we went over the older white couple that sells items that are associated with the Confederate War, Civil War, along with KKK, all of which are just a constant reminder of a horrible time in American History. Now the question is, how do we approach or teach these students about African American History?
saobserver.comSAISD PARENT TO PARENT CORNER- LUNCH ISSUES AT SCHOOL
Hello, SAISD Parents,This week, I would like to explain to our Sam Houston parents why your child might be leaving campus for lunch without permission. When looking at the SAISD website, I looked up the menu for Sam Houston, and there's nothing currently listed at this time for lunch. It seems that Dr. Diop wasn't concerned about having a working kitchen so that our Sam Houston students could have a hot fresh meal before school began. When I called our district office and spoke to the department that handles our meals and nutrition at all of our schools, they were unaware of these issues at Sam Houston. As parents, we send our children to school to get an education, but part of that is them receiving a nutritional breakfast and lunch.
saobserver.com'Holy Bowl' game, Judson-Wagner and other BGC games to watch this week
After some highly competitive games and surprises in Week 1, there is much more in store this week. Antonian vs. Sam Houston (THURS)Antonian is coming off a big win against Seguin while Sam Houston looks to bounce back. Veterans Memorial vs. Boerne ChampionOne of the best games of the weekend features two 5A area powers. Judson vs. Wagner (BGC Game of the Week)No lack of star power in this neighborhood showdown known as the Hammer Bowl. Central Catholic vs. Holy Cross (SAT)It doesn't get much bigger than the Holy Bowl.
East Side duo raising Sam Houston football to next level, inspiring community
SAN ANTONIO - They may not be household names, but Latrevious Reed and Ivan Reed want to put Sam Houston football back on the map. Weve been working as a family, and going into this year, I think it's gonna be something special, said Ivan Reed. Our motto is just 'bigger than me,' said Latrevious Reed. His mom and dad have always been mom and dad to me, and my mom and dad have always been mom and dad to him, said Ivan Reed. Before they head to college, Ivan and Latrevious Reed want to make sure they make their own mark and help set the foundation for Sam Houston football and the East Side youth.
East Side duo raising Sam Houston football to next level, inspiring community
SAN ANTONIO - They may not be household names, but Latrevious Reed and Ivan Reed want to put Sam Houston football back on the map. Weve been working as a family, and going into this year, I think it's gonna be something special, said Ivan Reed. Our motto is just 'bigger than me,' said Latrevious Reed. His mom and dad have always been mom and dad to me, and my mom and dad have always been mom and dad to him, said Ivan Reed. Before they head to college, Ivan and Latrevious Reed want to make sure they make their own mark and help set the foundation for Sam Houston football and the East Side youth.
SAISD addresses air conditioning issues plaguing campuses during first week of school
SAN ANTONIO - The superintendent of the San Antonio Independent School District held a press conference Wednesday to give an update on air conditioning issues at some of the district's campuses. Sam Houston, Burbank, Fox Tech and nearly 40 others have all had air conditioning outages this week. Air conditioning problems at Sam Houston and Burbank high schools were fixed Tuesday, but the outage persists at Fox Tech. Students from Fox Tech and the Advanced Learning Academy, which shares the Fox Tech campus, were bused to San Antonio College on Tuesday and Wednesday while crews performed repairs. They will also have class at SAC on Thursday but are expected to be back on the Fox Tech campus by Friday.
At least 3 SAISD schools dealing with A/C issues Tuesday as students return
Meanwhile, some other SAISD high school students went to college for the day as air conditioning problems continued for a second day at the Fox Tech campus. Ninth through 12th grade students from Fox Tech High School and the Advanced Learning Academy were taken by charter buses to the San Antonio College campus. Students will be bused back to Fox Tech prior to the 4 p.m. dismissal time. At Sam Houston High School, an air conditioning outage also continued for a second day. An SAISD spokesperson said students would be moved to cool areas in the school on Tuesday while repairs are made.
Two San Antonio ISD Schools Making Accommodations Due to Broken Air Conditioning
click to enlarge Google MapsStudents at two San Antonio ISD schools returned for a new year to find no air conditioning.With the start of the 2019-202o school year on Monday, students at Sam Houston High School and Fox Tech High School suffered through high temperatures caused by a lack of air conditioning. "We had teachers complaining about being light-headed, having headaches, basically the symptoms of heat exhaustion," said Shelley Potter, president of the San Antonio Alliance of Teachers. "Students at Fox Tech have relocated to San Antonio College for the week, since classes have not resumed at the community college. As for Sam Houston, some classes have moved to cooler parts of the campus. Other classrooms have been equipped with box fans.District spokesperson Leslie Price said the air conditioning failure comes down to the age of the buildings .
sacurrent.comTwo SAISD campuses without A/C on first day of school
SAN ANTONIO - UPDATE: SAISD officials said Fox Tech High School students will be taken to San Antonio College for classes since the college is not in session this week. The principal of Fox Tech made the decision to move the classes to SAC since the air conditioning repairs have not been completed. (Previously)Two San Antonio Independent School District campuses had air conditioning issues on the first day of school when outside temperatures soared near 100 degrees. At Sam Houston, most of one hallway and its classrooms on the second floor of the school were without air conditioning. The main campus of Fox Tech High School also had a steamy start to the school year.