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Westwood Warriors junior forward Zach Engels (12) moves the ball during a high school basketball playoff game between Bowie and Westwood on February 23, 2021 in Pflugerville, Texas.

Slow fourth quarter dooms Westwood in playoff loss to Bowie

The Westwood boys’ basketball season came to an end Tuesday night following a 55-40 loss to Bowie in the bi-district round of the playoffs. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 2/23/21

Vista Ridge Rangers senior guard AJ Marotte (15) defends during a high school girls basketball game between Vista Ridge and Hutto on January 12, 2021 in Cedar Park, Texas.

Vista Ridge holds off late charge from Clemens to win in area round

BUDA — Vista Ridge knew what was coming in the second half of Monday night’s area round playoff game against Schertz Clemens. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 2/22/21

Cedar Park Timberwolves junior center Shelby Hayes (44) shoots the ball during a high school girls basketball game between Georgetown and Cedar Park on January 30, 2021 in Georgetown, Texas.

Hayes nears triple double as Cedar Park downs SA Highlands

BUDA — Shelby Hayes flirted with a triple-double on Monday night as Cedar Park rolled over San Antonio Highlands and into the third round of the playoffs. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 2/22/21

Round Rock Dragons senior center Larson Featherstone (35) grabs a rebound during a high school basketball playoff game between Round Rock and Del Valle on February 20, 2021 in Round Rock, Texas.

Round Rock blows out Del Valle for first-ever playoff win

Saturday was truly a historic day for the Round Rock boys’ basketball program. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 2/20/21

Vandegrift Vipers senior defender Sammy Sutorus (2) kicks the ball during a high school soccer game between Vandegrift and McNeil on February 2, 2021 in Austin, Texas.

Vandegrift soccer surging, not taking strong season for granted

Charlie Fournier has been expecting this season. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 2/17/21

Vista Ridge Rangers senior guard AJ Marotte (15) shoots the ball during a high school girls basketball game between Vista Ridge and Hutto on January 12, 2021 in Cedar Park, Texas.

Marotte leading the way as Vista Ridge continues winning ways

In her four years at Vista Ridge, head coach Keith Allen said A.J. Marotte has been the hardest working player every single day. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 2/15/21

Round Rock Dragons junior guard Reese Miller (0) looks to pass the ball during a high school basketball game between Round Rock and Hutto on February 8, 2021 in Round Rock, Texas.

District 25-6A title race tightening after Hutto beats Round Rock

Jailen Bedford and the entire Hutto team has been waiting to play Round Rock again. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 2/8/21

Glenn Grizzlies senior Jaylen Thompson (5) moves the ball during a high school basketball between Leander and Glenn on January 5, 2021 in Leander, Texas. Glenn won, 55-52.

Talented senior group propelling Glenn towards first district title

Senior guard Jaylen Thompson has had a front-row seat to the rapid growth of the Glenn basketball program. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 2/6/21

Cedar Park Timberwolves senior wing Alisa Knight (23) moves the ball during a high school girls basketball game between Georgetown and Cedar Park on January 30, 2021 in Georgetown, Texas.

Cedar Park clinches fourth straight undefeated district title

At this point, the Cedar Park girls’ basketball team could be considered a dynasty. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 2/2/21

LISD limiting attendance at athletic and fine arts events

Leander ISD is limiting attendance to all athletic and fine arts events to minimize the spread of COVID-19, according to an announcement from the district on Monday. Each athlete or performer … more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 1/8/21

Cedar Park senior Sarai Estupinan and the Timberwolves have won 100 games in the last four years, including 41 straight in district play.

With 100 wins in four years, Ott and Estupinan cementing legacy at Cedar Park

When Sarai Estupinan first got to high school, she believed her track record gave her a good shot of making the Cedar Park varsity team as a freshman. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 12/15/20

Kevin Sanchez finished ninth overall in the Class 6A boys’ race with a time of 15:35.88, his second-fastest career time.

Vandegrift sophomore Kevin Sanchez finishes ninth at state cross country meet

Kevin Sanchez was nervous Tuesday afternoon as he stood on the starting line at the UIL State Cross Country Championships, but once the gun sounded, it was business as usual. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 11/25/20

Cedar Park freshman Isabel Conde De Frankenberg won the Class 5A girls’ race by 19 seconds at the UIL State cross country championships Monday at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock

Cedar Park freshman Isabel Conde De Frankenberg wins individual state cross country title

Isabel Conde De Frankenberg’s first time running in more than a week was incredibly successful. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 11/23/20

Head coach Travis Dalrymple celebrates after the Westwood tennis team won the state title for the second time in three seasons Tuesday in College Station.

Westwood dominates Plano West, wins state title for second time in three seasons

COLLEGE STATION — Westwood head coach Travis Dalrymple walks the halls of his alma mater and sees pictures from when he and his best friends competed for the Warriors. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 11/18/20

Rouse Raiders junior libero Megan Schulz (3) during a high school volleyball game between the Rouse Raiders and the Midway Panthers at Rouse High School in Leander, Texas, on Tuesday, September 22, 2020.

Rouse pushing for district title following win over Cedar Park

With a renewed focus, Rouse is still pushing for a district title. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 11/9/20

Rouse Raiders senior outside hitter Emery Reid (15) during a high school volleyball game between the Rouse Raiders and the Midway Panthers at Rouse High School in Leander, Texas, on Tuesday, September 22, 2020.

Mix of youth and experience helping Rouse continue winning tradition

Chloe Baughman and Emery Reid have been together during every chapter of their volleyball careers. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 10/8/20

Senior Alexis Ford led Cedar Ridge with 20 kills on Tuesday night, and the Raiders beat Vandegrift to remain unbeaten in District 25-6A.

Cedar Ridge downs Vandegrift to move to top of District 25-6A

Playing with its backs against the wall isn’t something Cedar Ridge is used to, but it’s something the red-hot Raiders aren’t afraid of. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 10/6/20

Vandegrift Vipers junior libero Ireland McCauley (9) during a high school volleyball game between the Vandegrift Vipers and the Midway Panthers at Rouse High School in Leander, Texas, on Tuesday, September 22, 2020.

McCauley helping Vandegrift carry on winning tradition

Vandegrift has quickly risen to one of the top volleyball teams in the area over the last few years thanks in part to a core that has been with the Vipers for years. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 10/5/20

Rouse Raiders junior running back EJ Moore (24) carries the ball for a touchdown during a high school football game between the Rouse Raiders and the Weiss Wolves at A.C. Bible Stadium in Leander, Texas, on Thursday, September 24, 2020.

Rouse opens 2020 season with confident win over Weiss

From the very first kick, Rouse proved 2020 was going to be a different year. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 9/24/20

Former Cedar Park player Austin Smith is playing this summer with the Round Rock Hairy Men. After playing as an infielder with the Timberwolves, he has developed into a hard-throwing pitcher that will play at Arizona next season.

Cedar Park alum Austin Smith blossoming into top pitcher

Austin Smith will be the first to tell you he’s not the most effective hitter. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 7/30/20

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