As many students enjoyed two weeks off for their Christmas break, many athletes only got a couple of days off as they had practice and were on the court playing ball. The following are hoop summaries from the central region over the break.
After a great football season, that saw the Chilton Pirates finish in second place in District 10-2A, DII, with a 6-1 record, and 10-2 overall, making it to the area round of the 2025 UIL Class 2A Division II playoffs, several players were recently named to the All-District Football Team.
Rosebud-Lott Cougar varsity football players dominated this year’s 13-2A, DI All-District Football Team. Topping the list was QB Pryce Rabroker, who earned a share of district MVP with Crawford’s A.J. Jenkins. Rabroker – the top passer in our central coverage area – threw for 1,662 yards and 23 touchdowns, and completed over 50 percent of his passes, helping lead the Cougars to a 4-1 district record, and 9-3 overall. He was the team’s second leading rusher with 809 yards on 106 carries, scoring 10 TDs. Rabroker was also nominated to the district’s all-academic team.
Another week of high school basketball is in the books, and it did not disappoint. C.H. Yoe Yoemen improved to 5-6 on the season, going undefeated at the Moody Tournament. The Lady Yoe sit at 7-7 so far this season. They begin district play this coming Friday against neighboring Rockdale.
Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis announced on Dec. 21, 1926 that Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker stood accused of betting on a fixed baseball game.