By Sam Waller
The Albany Lions and Lady Lions cross country runners had their final tuneup before district last week at the Anson meet, and coach Ginger Norton is optimistic about having more than one regional qualifier.
The District 10-2A meet was held Wednesday, Oct. 12 at Anson with the top three teams and the top 10 individuals advancing. Results were not available at press time and will be reported next week.
By Sam Waller
The Albany Junior High Cubs football teams returned from their open date with a pair of home victories over different opponents last week.
The Cubs return to action Thursday, Oct. 13 (tonight), at Cross Plains. The seventh grade kicks off at 4:30 p.m. with the eighth grade and junior varsity games to follow.
On Thursday, Oct. 6, the seventh grade Cubs held off Anson 22-14, while the eighth grade downed Miles 22-12.
Seventh Grade
By Sam Waller
The Albany Lady Lions volleyball team overcame an injury to a key player last week to extend its winning streak to 10 matches and complete the first round of District 6-2A play unbeaten.
The Lady Lions (21-7 overall, 5-0 district) started the second half of district Tuesday, Oct. 11, with a 25-21, 25-23, 25-16 win over Bangs at home. Details will be reported next week.
Albany will have an open date Saturday, Oct. 15 before visiting Coleman on Tuesday, Oct. 18.
By Sam Waller
The Albany Lions started District 6-2A Division II play off on a positive note, beating the Miles Bulldogs 49-18 on Friday, Oct. 7.
The Lions (4-2 overall, 1-0 district) make their second district outing at 7:00 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14 when Cross Plains visits Robert Nail Memorial Stadium for homecoming. A victory would all but clinch a playoff berth for Albany, which moved up to No. 8 in this week’s Class 2A Division II rankings.
By Sam Waller
Moran had seven runners compete Wednesday, Sept. 28 at Rotan. The meet was the final tuneup before the District 13-1A meet on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at Eula.
Moran had five girls and two boys compete at Rotan.
“Everybody improved on their times,” Hise said. “This meet gave us a lot of practice. The kids know what to expect at district and understand the mental strength needed to get done what we need to do.”
Moran Volleyball
By Sam Waller
The Moran Bulldogs encountered another rough night on offense Friday, Sept. 30 in a 52-0 loss to the Rochelle Hornets at Bulldog Field.
The Bulldogs (0-6) close out the nondistrict portion of their schedule at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7 at Vernon Northside before taking their open date.
Against 13th-ranked Rochelle (6-1), Moran was held to negative 17 total yards.
Rochelle led 14-0 at the end of the first quarter before erupting for 38 points in the second to end the game at halftime.
By Sam Waller
Albany Golf Club will hold its annual business meeting Saturday, Oct. 15, in advance of its club championship tournament.
President Randy Walker said two directors positions are coming open, including Walker’s post.
“James Waters and I are up for reelection again,” Walker said. “I’m not sure if anybody else is interested in serving.”
Following the meeting and election, the club will conduct a 36-hole individual tournament on Oct. 15-16.
“We’ll have a regular division, a senior division, and possibly a women’s division.”
By Sam Waller
One spot still remains for the 15th annual John Rose and Jim Law Memorial Albany Kiwanis Charity Golf Tournament and Fajita Fiesta, scheduled for Friday, Oct. 14 at Albany Golf Course.
The event benefits the Albany K Charity Scholarship Fund.
Entry fee for the four-person scramble is $50 per player, which includes the Fajita Fiesta. Golfers may purchase up to four mulligans at $10 apiece.
Entry deadline is Friday, Oct. 7.
For those wishing to enjoy the fajita lunch without playing golf, cost is $15.
Xi Chi Pi Tournament
By Sam Waller
The Albany cross country program produced four medalists Wednesday, Sept. 28 at the Rotan meet as preparations for district competition intensified.
The runners had their final tuneup for district on Wednesday, Oct. 6 at Anson. Results will be reported next week.
Anson will also host the District 10-2A meet on Tuesday, Oct. 12.
At Rotan, Jonathan Coody, Sidney Russell, Avery Everitt, and Myleigh Leveridge earned medals by placing in the top 10 of their respective races.
By Sam Waller
The Albany NFL Flag Football League kicked off its 2022 season Saturday, Oct. 1 with six games in three age groups and more than 100 players.
“We had a good turnout,” league organizer Zach Maberry said. “I’m really pleased with how it worked out.”
Maberry said games for this season have been moved from the Albany High School baseball field to the football practice field at the high school track.
Maberry said the league is still seeking volunteers to officiate games. Contact Maberry at 325-660-7940 or zmaberry@fnbab.com to volunteer.
