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The Roby Lions and Lady Lions Cross Country teams bring home medals and plaques to add to their collection this week after the Lady Lions take 1st place and the Lions 2nd place at District and earning their spot at Regionals in San Angelo in two weeks. (Photo by Mark Martinez)

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Lady Lions got one last test before winning District Meet

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

Roby Cross Country teams dominated the district meet this week. The Lady Lions won the title of District Champs, while the Lions cam ein second to the Knox City Greyhounds at the District Meet held in Rotan. Three of Lady Lions were able to earn the top three places.

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Lions fall in district opener

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

Last Friday, the Lions competed against the Hermleigh Cardinals. With unfavorable weather conditions, the athletes were forced to compete through the adversity they faced. In the end, Hermleigh took the win, and the Lions entered district 0-1.

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District XC results

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

Junior Varsity Girls 1st Brylie Duniven.... Roby....16.01 4th Joselynn Williams.. Roby...19.03 Varsity Girls 1st Hailee Garmer.... Roby....13.18 2nd Lily Benson... Roby....13.29 3rd Chasity Benson... Roby...13.39 6th Taylor Jeffrey... Roby....15.18 7th Ivy Espinoza... Roby...15.

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Lion XC competes at Rotan Invitational

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

Last Wednesday, Roby runners participated in the Rotan Invitational Cross Country meet. As a great practice meet for district, it was vital that runners perform to the best of their abilities. Starting off at 2:00 pm were the Lions, waiting for their moment to shine.

Local teams prepare for District play

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Local teams prepare for District play

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

District play begins this week for our area teams in both football & volleyball. The UIL realignment which occured this year has brought upon some notable changes to our area's competitive climate.

SHELBY MARTIN

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MEET THE HORNETS

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

JUNIOR, SHELBY MARTIN 1. What do you enjoy most about cheering for the Aspermont Hornets? I enjoy the environment of cheering for the Aspermont Hornets. Each game we have supportive, excited fans. Our student section chooses a theme each week and everyone participates.

Rotan Freshman Jose Garza blocks Strawn's attempt for an extra point during Friday nights high scoring battle. The game, according to game announcer, was the 36th longest 6 man football game in Texas history. (Photo by Tricia Hurt)

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Hammers fall to powerhouse Strawn 91-105 in high scoring spectacle

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

SEPT 30TH SCHEDULED GAMES Aspermont vs New Castle 7:30pm HOME Rotan vs Lueders Avoca 7:30 pm HOME Homecoming & Senior Night Roby open It is said that the first six-man football game ever recorded in Texas took place in Rotan in the year 1936.

SENIOR, ANNA DANIEL

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MEET THE YELLOWHAMMERS

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

What I like about playing volleyball is being able to be apart of an awesome team and the hype the game brings! 2. This is your last year playing yellowhammer Volleyball, what will you miss the most? I think I will miss the memories and encouragement that my team and community have brought to me!

SENIOR CALEB CASTANEDA

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MEET THE HORNETS

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

1. What position do you play in football? I play fullback and defensive end 2. How did it feel to step on the football field this year as a Senior? It’s kinda sad but it’s more like this is my only shot to do something in this sport 3. What is your most memorable football game and why?

SENIOR, EMILY GREEN

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MEET THE LIONS

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

1. What do you like most about cheering for the Roby Lions? Our class is super close so being able to cheer for our best-friends on the field is by far the best part 2. This is your last season cheering, what will you miss the most?