https://www.theazlenews.com/author/3,eddy-prather en Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:48:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1855,mata-to-lead-lady-hornet-soccer-programAzle High School has hired Rechelle Mata to be its head girls’ soccer coach.Mata comes to Azle from Little Elm, where she has served as an assistant coach since 2023. This will not be her first head c...]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:48:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1855,mata-to-lead-lady-hornet-soccer-program https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1854,azle-soccer-camp-draws-heavy-participationAzle ISD held its annual soccer camp June 15-18 at the Azle ISD indoor facility.The camp was led by boys soccer coach John Epps and new girls soccer coach Rechelle Mata. The four-day camp attracted st...]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:23:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1854,azle-soccer-camp-draws-heavy-participation https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1853,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: River AllenWhat is your name and grade?“River Allen, and I’ll be a senior.”Do you have any pets?“No pets.”What is your favorite sport?“My favorite sport is soccer; I’ve played since I was 5...]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:21:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1853,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1852,bell-returns-home-to-lead-azle-wrestlingAzle High School has announced the hiring of Seth Bell as its new head boys wrestling coach, replacing Tyler Harrison, who recently moved into administration at Azle High School.Bell served as the hea...]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:17:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1852,bell-returns-home-to-lead-azle-wrestling https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1849,miles-takes-over-as-acs-athletic-directorAzle Christian School has a new athletic director in Dusty Miles, and one of his first priorities has been growing participation across the school's athletic programs.Miles served as the junior high f...]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:56:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1849,miles-takes-over-as-acs-athletic-director https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1818,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Abbie YochumWhat is your name and grade?“Abbie Yochum. I’ll be a junior.”Do you have any pets?“Yes, I have a dog named Carlos.What is your favorite sport?“My favorite sport is volleyball.”D...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:26:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1818,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1815,hornet-ready-camp-helps-young-athletes-build-foundations-for-futureMore than 140 elementary students are spending part of their summer preparing for future athletic opportunities through Azle ISD's Hornet Ready strength and conditioning camp.The camp, which began Jun...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:09:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1815,hornet-ready-camp-helps-young-athletes-build-foundations-for-future https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1814,harrison-pins-down-new-roleAfter guiding Azle High School wrestling to unprecedented success over the past eight seasons, Tyler Harrison is stepping away from coaching to begin a new chapter in school leadership. Harrison has r...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:44:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1814,harrison-pins-down-new-role https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1811,hall-of-famer-doctor-team-u-s-a-athleteFor Dr. Stephanie Parker, the lessons she learned as an athlete at Azle High School helped launch a journey that took her from Lady Hornet athletics to collegiate volleyball, a doctorate in physical t...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1811,hall-of-famer-doctor-team-u-s-a-athlete https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1809,young-players-hit-the-court-at-azle-girls-basketball-campThe future of Lady Hornets basketball was on display this week as a record number of young athletes attended the Azle Girls Basketball Camp.The camp opened June 8 and concluded June 11 at Azle High Sc...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:47:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1809,young-players-hit-the-court-at-azle-girls-basketball-camp https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1807,holleman-balderas-lead-azle-s-all-district-baseball-honorsAzle High School head baseball coach Stephen Smith recently announced the District 5-5A All-District selections and team awards following the conclusion of the 2026 season.District rules prohibit the...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:15:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1807,holleman-balderas-lead-azle-s-all-district-baseball-honors https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1795,mind-over-matterAzle ISD Athletics welcomed Dr. Tracy Carrington, a nationally recognized performance specialist, to Hornet Elite Summer Strength and Conditioning Camp Thursday, June 4, where she spoke to student-ath...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:43:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1795,mind-over-matter https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1794,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: TK SimpsonWhat is your name and grade?“TK Simpson. I am a senior.”Do you have any pets?“Yes, I have six dogs, Shaka, Sia, Shante, Shuri and Shushu, and a cat named Star.”What is your favori...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:39:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1794,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1791,hornet-elite-finishes-strong-first-week-of-summer-trainingThe first week of summer strength and conditioning is officially in the books for Azle ISD athletes as the Hornet Elite program wrapped up its opening week Thursday, June 4, with strong participation...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:29:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1791,hornet-elite-finishes-strong-first-week-of-summer-training https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1790,new-defensive-coordinator-brings-physical-mindset-to-hornet-footballNew Azle High School defensive coordinator Drew Cunningham is already making his presence felt as the Hornets prepare for the 2026 football season.Cunningham arrives in Azle after spending last season...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:25:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1790,new-defensive-coordinator-brings-physical-mindset-to-hornet-football https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1789,air-raid-arrives-in-azleAzle High School's football program has added another key piece to head coach Wilson Rigg's staff with the hiring of Zach Ross as the Hornets' new offensive coordinator.Ross comes to Azle from Prosper...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:08:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1789,air-raid-arrives-in-azle https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1788,ball-takes-over-state-champion-paradise-basketball-programAzle High School graduate and longtime assistant coach Barret Ball has been named the new head boys basketball coach at Paradise High School.Ball inherits one of the state's premier Class 3A programs...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1788,ball-takes-over-state-champion-paradise-basketball-program https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1780,screwworm-detection-prompts-disaster-declarationGov. Greg Abbott issued a statewide disaster declaration late last week after the New World screwworm was found in two calves in South Texas, according to The Dallas Morning News.Two cases have been i...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:07:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1780,screwworm-detection-prompts-disaster-declaration https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1769,azle-grad-unveils-tradition-behind-the-masksFor more than 100 years, the mysterious members of the Tarleton State University Purple Poo have quietly worked behind the scenes to keep school spirit alive on and around the Stephenville campus.Azle...]]> Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:32:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1769,azle-grad-unveils-tradition-behind-the-masks https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1768,azle-rodeo-team-wraps-season-at-cowtown-coliseumMembers of the Azle High School Rodeo Team wrapped up their 2025-26 season at the North Texas High School Rodeo Association Finals held May 29-30 at the historic Cowtown Coliseum, competing for year-e...]]> Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:17:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1768,azle-rodeo-team-wraps-season-at-cowtown-coliseum https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1767,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Sara SanchezWhat is your name and grade?“Sara Sanchez. I am a senior.”Do you have any pets?“Yes, I have a horse named Rango that I rodeo with.”What is your favorite class right now?“My favo...]]> Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:12:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1767,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1766,summer-grind-begins-for-hornetsThe 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’...]]> Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:57:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1766,summer-grind-begins-for-hornets https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1765,home-runJust two years after graduating from Azle High School, Brandie Phillips found herself living out a dream shared by countless young softball players.The 2024 Azle graduate and current sophomore outfiel...]]> Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:27:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1765,home-run https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1740,2026-azle-isd-athletic-campsMay 26-29                               &nbsp...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 08:58:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1740,2026-azle-isd-athletic-camps https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1739,late-start-big-finishWhat started as a new challenge during her sophomore year has turned into a collegiate opportunity for Azle High School swimmer Kayley Brekel.Brekel recently signed to continue her swimming career at...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 08:55:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1739,late-start-big-finish https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1738,huddle-upSports used to be a fun way for students to expend energy, keep fit and have some friendly competition — a break from academics.But at some point in time, we started treating college scholarships as t...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 08:46:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1738,huddle-up https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1737,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Cailyn ColemanWhat is your name and grade?“Cailyn Coleman. I am a junior.”Do you have any pets?“Yes, a dog named Bella.”What is your favorite class right now?“My favorite class is PALS.”Wha...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 08:40:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1737,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1736,azle-christian-school-celebrates-class-of-2026Azle Christian School celebrated the graduation of the class of 2026 Tuesday, May 19 during commencement ceremonies at The Church at Azle.Head of School April Geeslin said this marked her eighth gradu...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 08:22:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1736,azle-christian-school-celebrates-class-of-2026 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1735,sain-reflects-on-challenging-year-growth-of-azle-athleticsAs the 2025-26 school year comes to a close, Azle ISD Director of Athletics Michael Sain reflected on a year filled with challenges, accomplishments and continued growth across Hornet athletics.Sain,...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 07:38:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1735,sain-reflects-on-challenging-year-growth-of-azle-athletics https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1734,youth-flag-football-season-ends-with-championship-runsAzle Youth Sports wrapped up its spring flag football season Friday, May 15, at Hornet Stadium with all four AYS teams earning playoff berths and two advancing all the way to championship games.The po...]]> Tue, 26 May 2026 14:10:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1734,youth-flag-football-season-ends-with-championship-runs https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1726,state-s-wind-projects-at-a-standstillDozens of Texas wind projects have been halted because the Department of Defense has not approved the federal permits required for them to move forward, the Austin American-Statesman reported.Data fro...]]> Sun, 24 May 2026 13:24:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1726,state-s-wind-projects-at-a-standstill https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1723,fargo-bound-ahs-wrestlers-head-to-nationalsThe Azle High School wrestling program continued its impressive offseason success as several Hornets and Lady Hornets earned qualifying spots for the prestigious USA Wrestling Freestyle and Greco Nati...]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1723,fargo-bound-ahs-wrestlers-head-to-nationals https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1704,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Haleigh Ann HouseWhat is your name and grade?“Haleigh Ann House. I am a junior.”Do you have any pets?“Yes, I have a dog named Scout and chickens.”What is your favorite class right now?“My f...]]> Mon, 18 May 2026 11:21:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1704,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1703,chamber-tees-up-for-success-at-cross-timbersThe Azle Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its 21st annual golf tournament fundraiser Friday, May 15 at Cross Timbers Golf Course, drawing a full field of 30 teams and 120 golfers for one of the chamber...]]> Mon, 18 May 2026 10:53:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1703,chamber-tees-up-for-success-at-cross-timbers https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1702,hudman-hicks-named-azle-isd-athletes-of-the-yearAzle Independent School District Athletic Director Michael Sain announced the 2026 Azle High School Male and Female Athletes of the Year during a ceremony held Thursday, May 14, in the commons area at...]]> Mon, 18 May 2026 10:47:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1702,hudman-hicks-named-azle-isd-athletes-of-the-year https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1701,azle-wrestlers-earn-national-recognitionThe nationally recognized wrestling program at Azle High School added another accomplishment to its growing list of achievements as several Hornet wrestlers earned honors from the National Wrestling C...]]> Mon, 18 May 2026 10:30:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1701,azle-wrestlers-earn-national-recognition https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1700,cross-timbers-hosts-world-class-field-at-u-s-women-s-open-qualifierCross Timbers Golf Course was buzzing Wednesday, May 13, as 78 amateur and professional golfers competed in a 36-hole qualifier for the 81st U.S. Women’s Open Championship.The prestigious qualifying e...]]> Mon, 18 May 2026 10:07:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1700,cross-timbers-hosts-world-class-field-at-u-s-women-s-open-qualifier https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1699,lady-crusaders-finish-state-runner-up-boys-place-third-at-tapps-meetThe Azle Christian School Fighting Crusaders wrapped up a successful 2026 track and field season with standout performances at the 2026 TAPPS 1A State Track and Field Meet held Friday, May 8, and Satu...]]> Mon, 18 May 2026 09:55:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1699,lady-crusaders-finish-state-runner-up-boys-place-third-at-tapps-meet https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1693,azle-isd-sports-camps]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 11:02:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1693,azle-isd-sports-camps https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1691,quick-stingsFootballHead football coach Wilson Rigg led the Hornets for the first time as a head football coach at the spring game Friday, May 8 at the Hornet Stadium. Hornet 7-on-7 also traveled to Anna to play...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 10:16:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1691,quick-stings https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1689,grass-bash-draws-big-crowds-to-support-azle-volleyballThe volleyball courts looked a little different Friday, May 8, as the grass fields just north of Azle High School were transformed into a sea of nets, teams and spectators for the 2026 Azle Volleyball...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 10:02:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1689,grass-bash-draws-big-crowds-to-support-azle-volleyball https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1688,transforming-stinger-fieldThe tradition of Azle athletics continues to grow at Stinger Field as community leaders, volunteers and local businesses work together to improve the longtime home of Azle Youth Sports football.Azle Y...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 09:50:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1688,transforming-stinger-field https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1671,azle-rodeo-team-bound-nthsra-finalsThe Azle High School rodeo team will be well represented at the upcoming North Texas High School Rodeo Association Finals after a strong season on the circuit.The finals are scheduled for May 29-30 at...]]> Thu, 07 May 2026 08:27:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1671,azle-rodeo-team-bound-nthsra-finals https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1668,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Brooklyn SharpWhat is your name and grade?“Brooklyn Sharp. I am a senior.”Do you have any pets?“Yes, I have a cat named Trixie,I adopted almost two years ago.”What is your favorite class ri...]]> Thu, 07 May 2026 08:20:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1668,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1667,hornet-anglers-cast-their-way-to-stateThe Azle High School bass fishing program is headed to the state tournament after two Hornet teams excelled at the regional event May 2 at Possum Kingdom Lake.Competing against 222 teams from across N...]]> Thu, 07 May 2026 08:07:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1667,hornet-anglers-cast-their-way-to-state https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1666,2026-azle-isd-athletic-camps]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 17:12:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1666,2026-azle-isd-athletic-camps https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1665,cross-timbers-golf-course-hosts-u-s-women-s-open-qualifierCross Timbers Golf Course will serve as the site of a prestigious national golf qualifying event Wednesday, May 13, when the course hosts an official U.S. Women’s Open qualifying tournament conducted...]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 16:29:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1665,cross-timbers-golf-course-hosts-u-s-women-s-open-qualifier https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1640,conger-mitchell-lauded-by-thscaFollowing an exhilarating season that ended with a state wrestling title, two Azle High School coaches have been recognized for guiding their programs to success.Azle High School girls wrestling coach...]]> Fri, 01 May 2026 13:34:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1640,conger-mitchell-lauded-by-thsca https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1639,azle-athletes-ink-futures-on-signing-dayAzle High School celebrated another milestone for its senior class Thursday, April 30, as nine student-athletes signed National Letters of Intent in a ceremony held at the school gym.The Hornets were...]]> Fri, 01 May 2026 13:22:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1639,azle-athletes-ink-futures-on-signing-day https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1638,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Connor DavisWhat is your name and grade?“Connor Davis. I am a senior.”Do you have any pets?“Yes, sir, I have a dog named Cole.”What is your favorite class right now?“This year I would proba...]]> Fri, 01 May 2026 13:19:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1638,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1637,junior-high-rivals-take-center-stage-at-hornet-stadiumThe stage felt a little bigger Wednesday night, April 29, as the Azle Junior High and Forte Junior High soccer teams met on the turf at Hornet Stadium for the second annual “Pride of Azle Derby.”For j...]]> Fri, 01 May 2026 13:08:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1637,junior-high-rivals-take-center-stage-at-hornet-stadium https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1636,rigg-introduced-to-azle-rotaryAzle High School head football coach Wilson Rigg was formally introduced to the community Thursday, April 30, during the Azle Rotary Club luncheon. Coach Rigg introduced his new catch phrase for the A...]]> Fri, 01 May 2026 13:01:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1636,rigg-introduced-to-azle-rotary https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1623,quick-stingsSOFTBALLSee story in this issue.BASEBALLThe Hornet varsity baseball team ended its 2026 season against district rival Aledo. On Tuesday April 21, the Hornets lost a close decision to the Bearcats 3-2....]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:15:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1623,quick-stings https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1622,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Adalyn KripnerWhat is your name and grade?“Adalyn Kripner. I am a freshman.”What is your favorite sport?“I’ve got to say softball.”What is your favorite class right now?“Right now, it would...]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:06:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1622,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1621,lady-hornets-season-ends-in-bidistrict-roundThe Azle High School Lady Hornets saw their 2026 softball season come to an end in a best-of-three bidistrict playoff series against Argyle at Northwest High School.Argyle claimed the series in two ga...]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:54:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1621,lady-hornets-season-ends-in-bidistrict-round https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1617,drones-take-flight-at-ahs-football-practiceTechnology continues to evolve across high school athletics, and at Azle High School, that evolution is taking flight — literally.Members of the Azle High School drone program are now using unmanned a...]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:46:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1617,drones-take-flight-at-ahs-football-practice https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1614,rigg-hornets-make-strides-during-spring-footballThe Azle High School football program wrapped up its second week of spring practice with a scrimmage Friday morning, April 24, marking another step forward under first-year head coach Wilson Rigg.Spri...]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:38:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1614,rigg-hornets-make-strides-during-spring-football https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1613,azle-youth-sports-expands-programsAzle Youth Sports is gearing up for a busy year, offering a full slate of youth and adult programs while also announcing a significant step forward in league competition beginning in 2026.The organiza...]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:32:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1613,azle-youth-sports-expands-programs https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1610,bound-for-stateThe Azle Christian School Fighting Crusaders track and field program brought home some serious hardware after a standout performance at the 2026 TAPPS 1A North Regional meet April 24 at Lake Country C...]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:23:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1610,bound-for-state https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1606,lady-hornets-set-for-bi-district-showdown-with-argyleThe Azle Lady Hornet softball team is headed to the postseason and will face Argyle in a bidistrict playoff series later this week.Game 1 is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 23. Game 2 will be...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:11:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1606,lady-hornets-set-for-bi-district-showdown-with-argyle https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1589,coming-up-in-azle-christian-school-sports]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:31:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1589,coming-up-in-azle-christian-school-sports https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1588,sports-calendar-what-s-coming-up-in-high-school-sports]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:27:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1588,sports-calendar-what-s-coming-up-in-high-school-sports https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1587,neri-joins-inaugural-weatherford-college-distance-programAzle High School senior Azucena “Cena” Neri will be part of history this fall as a member of the inaugural women’s cross country and track program at Weatherford College.Weatherford College will launc...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:22:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1587,neri-joins-inaugural-weatherford-college-distance-program https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1586,landers-legacy-drives-azle-golf-forwardFor decades, Robert Landers has been far more than just the namesake behind one of Azle’s most important athletic fundraisers.He has been a mentor, supporter and lasting symbol of what dedication to l...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:12:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1586,landers-legacy-drives-azle-golf-forward https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1585,quick-stingsSOFTBALLThe Lady Hornet varsity entered the week having already clinched a play-off spot. On Tuesday, April 14 Brewer visited Jim Bob Nation’s Field of Dreams and walked away with a 10-3 victory. Madi...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:03:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1585,quick-stings https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1584,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Chandler AllsupWhat is your name and grade?Chandler Allsup. I'm a seniorWhat is your favorite sport?Football is up there; I think baseball beats it because I’ve been playing for so long.Wha...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:58:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1584,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1583,junior-high-athletes-shine-at-meet-of-championsAzle Junior High and Forte Junior High athletes delivered top-tier performances April 2 at the Meet of Champions, the annual end-of-season showcase that serves as the junior high district track and fi...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:48:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1583,junior-high-athletes-shine-at-meet-of-champions https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1571,coming-up-in-azle-sports]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:26:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1571,coming-up-in-azle-sports https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1570,coming-up-in-azle-christian-sports]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:12:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1570,coming-up-in-azle-christian-sports https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1569,quick-stingsSOFTBALLThe Lady Hornet varsity beat the Granbury Lady Pirates 4-0 Tuesday, April 7 on the road. Brooklyn Harris and Adalyn Kripner combined to throw a shutout. The Lady Hornets got on the board in th...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:59:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1569,quick-stings https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1568,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Azucena NeriWhat is your name and grade?Azucena Neri. I am a senior.What is your favorite sport?Cross country 1000%.What is your favorite class right now?My favorite class is probably culin...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:54:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1568,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1566,ahs-sends-strong-group-to-area-meetThe Azle High School boys and girls track teams turned in strong showings at the 2026 District 5-5A Track and Field Championships held April 9-10 at Aledo High School, with numerous athletes advancing...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:32:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1566,ahs-sends-strong-group-to-area-meet https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1560,azle-senior-to-become-published-authorKayla Eversole will soon add “published author” to her resume.The Azle High School senior, who recently turned 18 and will graduate next month, is set to publish her debut novel, “Unvisible: Forsythia...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:24:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1560,azle-senior-to-become-published-author https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1556,azle-alum-scott-thrives-on-big-12-stageKayla Scott, a 2008 graduate of Azle High School, continues to make her mark in college athletics as the director of basketball operations at West Virginia University.Scott recently completed her thir...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:06:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1556,azle-alum-scott-thrives-on-big-12-stage https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1542,quick-stingsGOLFSee story in this edition.SOFTBALLThe Lady Hornet varsity lost to Fossil Ridge 12-8 Tuesday, March 31. Maddison Holleman hit an inside-the-park home run in the second inning scoring two runs; she...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:52:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1542,quick-stings https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1541,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Seth WebbWhat is your name and grade?Seth Webb. I’m a senior.What is your favorite sport?My favorite sport is baseball; I’ve been playing baseball for maybe 15 years.What is your favorite c...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:36:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1541,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1539,coming-up-in-azle-christian-sports]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:32:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1539,coming-up-in-azle-christian-sports https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1538,sports-calendar-what-s-coming-up-in-high-school-sports]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:24:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1538,sports-calendar-what-s-coming-up-in-high-school-sports https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1537,madisyn-hicks-co-offensive-newcomer-of-the-yearFreshman Madisyn Hicks was selected as the co-offensive newcomer of the year after the 2026 season that saw the Lady Hornets advance to the bi-district round of the playoffs.  Eddy Prather |...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:14:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1537,madisyn-hicks-co-offensive-newcomer-of-the-year https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1536,hornet-relays-honor-longtime-coach-donnie-ostermannAzle High School hosted the Donnie Ostermann Hornet Relays Thursday, April 2, at Hornet Stadium, continuing a long-standing tradition while honoring one of the program’s most influential figures.Oster...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:07:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1536,hornet-relays-honor-longtime-coach-donnie-ostermann https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1535,strong-performances-highlight-donnie-ostermann-hornet-relaysAzle Track and Field hosted the Donnie Ostermann Hornet Relays April 2 at Hornet Stadium, using the meet as a final tune-up before the district 5-5A Track and Field Championships scheduled for April 9...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:50:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1535,strong-performances-highlight-donnie-ostermann-hornet-relays https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1534,hornets-take-third-in-district-golf-tournamentThe Hornet boys golf team earned a spot on the medal stand with a third-place finish at the District 5-5A Golf Tournament March 30-31 at Cross Timbers Golf Course in Azle.Competing in a strong distric...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:39:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1534,hornets-take-third-in-district-golf-tournament https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1533,lady-hornets-compete-at-district-5-5a-golf-tournamentThe Lady Hornet golf team competed in the District 5-5A tournament Wednesday and Thursday, April 1-2 at Cross Timbers Golf Course.Juniors Cailyn Coleman and Taylor Merrill led the Lady Hornets after t...]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:27:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1533,lady-hornets-compete-at-district-5-5a-golf-tournament https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1503,azle-hornet-sports-calendar]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:49:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1503,azle-hornet-sports-calendar https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1502,azle-christian-fighting-crusaders]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:44:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1502,azle-christian-fighting-crusaders https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1499,hornets-compete-at-pojo-relaysThe Hornet track and field program, including varsity and junior varsity boys and girls teams, competed Thursday, March 26 at the POJO Relays held at Porcupine Stadium in Springtown.Azle freshman stan...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:51:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1499,hornets-compete-at-pojo-relays https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1497,lady-hornets-earn-strong-showing-on-all-district-soccer-teamThe Lady Hornet soccer team was well represented when the District 5-5A All-District superlatives were announced for the 2026 season.Despite finishing runner-up in district play to Aledo, Azle earned...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:41:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1497,lady-hornets-earn-strong-showing-on-all-district-soccer-team https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1495,quick-stingsGOLFSee story in this edition.SOFTBALLThe Lady Hornet varsity played Aledo Tuesday, March 24 at Jim Bob Nation’s Field of Dreams, when they were defeated by the Bearcats 10-0.The Lady Hornet varsity c...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:33:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1495,quick-stings https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1491,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Lily HudmanWhat is your name and grade?Lily Hudman. I’m a senior.What is your favorite sport?My favorite sport is cross country.What is your favorite class right now?Newspaper.What advice w...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:26:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1491,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1488,hornets-tune-up-at-district-previewThe Azle boys and girls golf teams got a preview of their postseason course last week as they competed in the District 5-5A preview tournament at Cross Timbers Golf Course in Azle.The district preview...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:15:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1488,hornets-tune-up-at-district-preview https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1487,hornets-split-busy-week-on-diamondThe Azle Hornets baseball team had a busy week, highlighted by a big district win on the road against Saginaw before closing the week with two losses.On Tuesday night, March 24 the Hornets traveled to...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:09:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1487,hornets-split-busy-week-on-diamond https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1486,azle-baseball-honored-with-grant-teaff-beyond-the-game-awardThe Azle High School baseball team received statewide recognition this week, being named a recipient of the 2026 Grant Teaff Beyond the Game Team Award.Azle was selected as one of 20 Texas high school...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:56:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1486,azle-baseball-honored-with-grant-teaff-beyond-the-game-award https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1476,quick-stingsSOCCERThe Lady Hornet varsity soccer squad ended its season Thursday, March 19 with a loss to Argyle in the UIL bidistrict playoffs. The Lady Hornets had a banner season, going 15-10-1 on the year and...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1476,quick-stings https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1475,coming-up-in-azle-christian-school-sports]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:56:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1475,coming-up-in-azle-christian-school-sports https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1474,azle-hornet-sports-calendar-what-s-coming-up-in-high-school-sports ]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:50:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1474,azle-hornet-sports-calendar-what-s-coming-up-in-high-school-sports https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1473,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Preston Dixon, ACS BaseballWhat is your name and grade?Preston Dixon. I am a senior.What is your favorite sport?My favorite sport is baseball.What is your favorite class?Probably economics....]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:45:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1473,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1472,from-state-gold-to-national-gloryAzle High School freshman Zaylyn Woods continues to make waves on the national wrestling stage.Woods captured the championship at the 16U Junior Folkstyle Nationals in Fort Wayne, Indiana March 12-15,...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:18:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1472,from-state-gold-to-national-glory https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1471,lady-hornets-season-ends-in-bi-district-roundThe Lady Hornets varsity soccer team saw its postseason run come to an end Thursday night, falling to Argyle 4-0 in a UIL Class 5A Division II bidistrict playoff match.Argyle struck early, finding the...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:01:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1471,lady-hornets-season-ends-in-bi-district-round https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1470,lady-hornets-compete-in-state-powerlifting-meetThe Lady Hornets competed in the 2026 Texas High School Powerlifting Association State Meet Friday, March 20, with several lifters earning top finishes against the state’s best competition.Senior Dako...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:55:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1470,lady-hornets-compete-in-state-powerlifting-meet https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1469,hornets-split-district-series-with-fossil-ridge-over-spring-breakThe Azle Hornets split a pair of district games with Fossil Ridge during spring break, earning a road win before falling in the home matchup Thursday at Jim Bob Nation’s Field of Dreams.Azle opened th...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:52:00 -0500 https://www.theazlenews.com/article/1469,hornets-split-district-series-with-fossil-ridge-over-spring-break