Summer grind begins for Hornets

The summer work officially begins Monday, June 1, as Azle ISD launches its annual Hornet Elite and Hornet Ready strength and conditioning camps, programs that have become a major part of the district’s athletic culture.

Azle ISD strength and conditioning coordinator Matt Holt said between 700 and 800 student-athletes are expected to participate throughout the summer.

“We’re expecting about 400 high school kids, 200 junior high kids and around 200 elementary kids,” Holt said.