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Yellowhammers Suffer First Loss of The Season

News Staff
Thursday, October 7, 2021
Yellowhammers took a tough 48-44 loss Friday Night to a strong Lometa Hornet team at O.C. Warden Stadium in the Ranger. The Rotan Yellowhammers were a 45-point underdog to the Hornets, who Dave Campbell’s Texas Football had ranked #9 in Class 1A D1.
1st Place Lady Lion Cross Country Team L-R: Joselynn Williams, Lilly Benson, Chasity Benson, Callie Humphrey, Ivy Espinoza, Hailee Garmer.

1st Place Lady Lion Cross Country Team L-R: Joselynn Williams, Lilly Benson, Chasity Benson, Callie Humphrey, Ivy Espinoza, Hailee Garmer.

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Lady Lions cross country takes first in Rotan Invitational Meet

News Staff
Thursday, October 7, 2021
With the cross country season in full swing, it was time to travel down the road for the Rotan Invitational cross country meet. The Rotan Invitational is a good chance to experience the meet prior to the district, with fierce competitors and even fiercer temperatures.

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Lions fall to Jayton

News Staff
Thursday, October 7, 2021
After being defeated by the Benjamin Mustangs the week prior, the Lions suffered yet another tough loss against the Jayton Jaybirds, entering the district with a record of 3-2. “I think we walked into the game with less confidence due to the loss of Benjamin,” said Dylan Lujan.
Hornets fall at home to Knox City 56-6

Hornets fall at home to Knox City 56-6

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Hornets fall at home to Knox City 56-6

News Staff
Thursday, October 7, 2021
Hornet Junior Donovan Miller brings down a catch in last Friday's loss to the Greyhounds. Photo by: Tricia Hurt Hornet Carson Guidry looks to pass. Photo by: Tricia Hurt
Rotan Freshman Grayson Jeffrey picks off a Robert Lee pass. He would take it back for a touchdown. PHOTO BY TRICIA HURT

Rotan Freshman Grayson Jeffrey picks off a Robert Lee pass. He would take it back for a touchdown. PHOTO BY TRICIA HURT

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Yellowhammers Stomp the Steers

News Staff
Thursday, September 30, 2021
The Yellowhammers stay undefeated after a 55-6 win Friday Night at H. Govan Memorial Stadium. The Yellowhammers defense again was stout, as they held the Steers to only 69 total yards on offense and forced four turnovers on defense.
Lady Hornet Addi Shugart spikes the ball over Lady Eagle defenders in Tuesday's win over Ropes. PHOTO BY MARK MARTINEZ

Lady Hornet Addi Shugart spikes the ball over Lady Eagle defenders in Tuesday's win over Ropes. PHOTO BY MARK MARTINEZ

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Lady Hornets beat Ropes 3-1

Double Mountain Chronicle Staff
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Saturday, the Lady Hornets traveled to Loop to take on the Longhorns. The JV won quickly in 2 sets. The Varsity also got the WIN, 3-0. Having a big hitting day was Senior Sadie Gentry with 13 kills. Shelby Martin and Kelly Lowack contributed big with 6 and 4 kills respectively.
Lion Josh Adames looks for an open man downfield in Friday's loss to Benjamin. PHOTO BY TRICIA HURT

Lion Josh Adames looks for an open man downfield in Friday's loss to Benjamin. PHOTO BY TRICIA HURT

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Lions JV take victory but varsity suffers loss

Chasity Benson, Roby Sports Reporter,
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Last week, at Lion Stadium, the Roby Lions Varsity and JV were ready for battle. Giving the community a show, both teams put their hard work to use. Thursday, the JV team played Kingdom Prep and gave the community the win they have been asking for.

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Yellowhammers Soar to Victory over the Falcons

James Flores, Rotan Sports Reporter,
Thursday, September 23, 2021
The Yellowhammers are 3-0 after beating the Veribest Falcons 51-0, Friday Night at H. Govan Memorial Stadium. The Yellowhammers received the opening kickoff and would only need one play from the scrimmage line to score, as Zac Flores would find a wide-open Grayson Jeffrey for a 45-yard TD pass.
Lady Hornets earn two district victories

Lady Hornets earn two district victories

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Lady Hornets earn two district victories

Double Mountain Chronicle Staff
Thursday, September 23, 2021
The Lady Hornets hosted the Wellman-Union Wildcats on Homecoming Saturday. The JV set the tone with a quick win over the Wildcats. The Varsity was slower to find their groove, dropping the first set 19-25.