Training camp begins on July 28, 2026, with rookies and veterans reporting as the Cowboys aim for a fresh start under the leadership of new head coach Brian Schottenheimer. The same expectations will be placed on Schottenheimer: Can he position the team to contend for a championship?

On the following day, July 29, practice will be open to the public starting at 11:45 AM. As usual, many spectators are expected to show up.

Schottenheimer was promoted to head coach after serving two seasons as the offensive coordinator (2023-24). He joined the organization as a coaching analyst in 2022. Before his arrival in Dallas, Schottenheimer held the position of passing game coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2021 and spent three years as the offensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks from 2018 to 2020.

The organization is actively working to finalize details and strengthen its structure. Following a season record of 7-9-1, the Cowboys are witnessing the integration of various components, particularly after the appointment of new defensive coordinator Christian Parker. At 34 years old, Parker is the youngest coordinator in the history of the franchise. He became part of the team in January 2026, having previously held the roles of passing game coordinator and secondary coach for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Edge rusher Rashan Gary and cornerback Ameer Speed are set to bolster the Cowboys’ defensive lineup. Jaydon Blue, a former Klein Cain High School football standout from the Houston area, has shown significant improvement, earning the attention of the Cowboys’ coaching staff. Blue acknowledged his previous issues with focus and maturity, which contributed to his setbacks. He was selected in the fifth round of the 2025 draft from the University of Texas, being the 149th overall pick.

Despite limited playing time last season, Blue has the potential to complement 1,200-yard rusher Devonte Williams. The speedy, talented tailback, who recorded a 4.38 in the 40-yard dash at the 2025 NFL Combine, is one of Blue’s significant advantages.

Schottenheimer indicated he engaged in a productive conversation with Blue, who responded favorably. He also highlighted Blue’s intelligence and football savvy. Should Blue continue to progress, he has the potential to become a significant contributor to the Cowboys’ offense. The 22-year-old possesses game-breaking and receiving capabilities.

Still, the Cowboys can remain optimistic the cohesion will improve during a season filled with uncertainty.

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Summer has arrived in Houston, marking the time when training camp intensifies across the NFL. Conflicts arise as players strive for advantageous positions and initial roles.

Training camp for the Texans’ veteran players is set to commence on July 28th at the Houston Methodist Training Center, while rookies are expected to report a week earlier.

Fans will have the opportunity to attend eight open practices starting on August 1, with additional sessions on the 3rd, 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, and the 18th. This schedule includes a joint practice with the Las Vegas Raiders on August 18th.

Admission to the practices is complimentary; however, fans without tickets who wish to attend one of the eight public practices can visit the Houston Training Camp page to sign up on the waitlist in case of no-shows.

The Texans have recently added three new players to its roster, including tight end Marlin Klein, running back David Montgomery, and rookie guard Keylan Rutledge.

The Texans are looking to bolster its running game after drafting and acquiring top-tier offensive linemen. Montgomery could play a role in boosting the ground game as well.

Expect the Texans to initiate changes, particularly in the offensive line. New veteran Wyatt Teller is projected to adapt seamlessly, while younger tackles like Aireontae Ersey contend for a starting position. Furthermore, veterans like offensive lineman Jarrett Patterson and tight end Brevin Jordan could be at risk of securing places on the roster.

On defense, two prominent figures, Will Anderson Jr. and Azeez Al-Shaair, have signed contract extensions to ensure they remain influential components.

In celebration of the franchise’s 25th anniversary, the organization will introduce a comprehensive array of home-game themes and new uniform unveilings at NRG Stadium for the 2026 season. Supporters can look forward to exclusive merchandise and distinctive experiences designed for each game. For details regarding the Texan Game Theme, please visit www.houstontexan.com.

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Spain wrapped up the season with back-to-back wins, culminating in a storybook conclusion as they defeated Argentina 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

To reach the final, Spain emerged victorious against France 2-0, a team many speculated could take the championship with its attacking style offense.

Ferran Torres, who came on as a substitute, scored the vital point in the 39th minute during the second half of extra time to grant Spain its second championship in the nation’s history. 

In 2010, Spain claimed its first World Cup title by overcoming the Netherlands 1-0 in extra time at Soccer City in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Torres seized the opportunity presented by Spain’s strong defense to score shortly after the start of the second half of extra time. 

Spain’s defense maintained a clean sheet against Argentina. During the 120 minutes of play, Spain conceded only two shots while effectively shutting down Argentina’s offensive capabilities. 

Argentina, which ended the match with just 10 players following a late red card, struggled to break through Spain’s defense.

Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez established a new world record by making 11 saves, which ultimately allowed Argentina to remain competitive in the match.

Yet, Lionel Messi was unable to find a solution against the Spaniards’ defense. The tension escalated as time dwindled.

.Spain’s historical experience in the World Cup is profound; they have participated in 17 of the 23 tournaments, finishing fourth in 1950 before its recent championship success.

Unbeaten for two years, the European champs extended its streak to 38, with its last win eliciting cheers of jubilation. 

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In the 22nd minute of the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals, forward Mikel Oyarzabal converted a penalty kick, propelling Spain to a 2-0 triumph at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, renamed (Dallas Stadium) for the FIFA World Cup tournament. The victory secured an opportunity to vie for the World Cup Title in MetLife Stadium (referred to by FIFA as New York-New Jersey) in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

In a moment of misfortune, left-back Lucas Digne inadvertently kicked Lamine Yamal inside the box, resulting in the penalty that Oyarzabal converted to secure a 1-0 lead for Spain. In conjunction with the early goal, Spain’s defense was characterized by a fierce determination.

Since 1982, France has emerged as the most exhilarating attacking force, but it encountered its own set of challenges, vividly depicted in the events that transpired. The situation deteriorated as expressions of disappointment among French supporters grew more pronounced. Leading up to their match against Spain, the French scored 16 goals in six games.

Spain will compete against the victor of Argentina/England, while France heads to Miami to battle for the third-place playoff.

In the latter half, France, the champions of the 2018 World Cup, improved their performance; however, the day grew dismal after Spain’s second goal. Right back Pedro Porro provided the European Champions with a crucial advantage in the 58th minute, establishing a 2-0 lead, to which France had no reply. Porro maneuvered past midfielder Dani Olmo to send the ball beyond goalkeeper Mike Maignan.

Spain maintained a slight advantage in possession of time, 51% compared to 49%, as well as in shots on goal, recording 10(2) against 10(3), and completed passes, totaling 428 to 395.

France was confronted with additional challenges, such as Arsenal center-back William Saliba’s severe back injury sustained in the first half.

The French team had little to demonstrate, achieving an expected goal percentage of 0.30. In contrast, Spain concluded with a score of 1.63.

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Michigan established a 10-1 advantage and created a 26-10 gap in under ten minutes into the game. In the second half, the Wolverines increased its lead to 30 points and decisively defeated Arizona, 91-73.

The Wolverines will take on UConn, who defeated Illinois 71-62, on Monday night for a chance to secure the title.

Michigan held a 30-point lead with 10:31 left in the game. The Wolverines excelled in the paint, scoring 36 points and successfully making 12 three-pointers.

Aday Mara scored 26 points and collected nine rebounds, guiding Michigan. Trey McKenney added 16 points, and Elliot Cadeau contributed 13 points along with 10 assists.

All-American forward Yaxel Lendeborg suffered a left ankle and knee injury during the first half but returned in the second half, scoring 11 points. He rolled his ankle and twisted his knee when he landed on Arizona’s center Motiejus Krivas’s foot while penetrating towards the rim.

Arizona encountered difficulties as it struggled to navigate through the larger Wolverines.

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Despite the unfavorable conditions on the concluding day of the 98th Clyde Littlefield Relays held at Mike Myers Stadium on the University of Texas campus, the schedule proceeded as planned. 

The cool, wet weather resulted in a downpour that left standing water on the track, necessitating a one-hour delay to allow for drying. The events resumed later in the afternoon. However, many unattached athletes and several teams chose to withdraw during the finals, opting not to risk potential injuries. Most of the top times were achieved during the preliminaries on Friday.

Annually, one of the nation’s top track and field meets showcase some of the nation’s top talented athletes from across the country, spanning from high school to professional ranks. Coverage in Texas’s capital city transitioned into anticipated celebrations as thrilling moments unfolded. Fans were eager, ready to witness the next significant highlight at the relays. 

Several colleges and universities made its presence known. Cal State Fullerton played a significant role in various events, including Abel Alejandro Jordan sprinting across the finish line to secure victory in the 100 Meter Dash with a time of 10.12 seconds. Luke Hitchcock claimed second place in the 1A Men’s 1500 Meter Run Finals, finishing in 3:49.46. The Titans took second place in both the 4×100 and 4×400 Meter Relays, with times of 39.08 and 3:06.85, respectively. Hawkin Miller achieved third place in the 1A Shot Put Finals with a throw of 60-5.00. A fierce competition for the top position in the men’s 5000 meters saw Texas Tech’s Victor Kipkoech outpace Odessa College’s Justus Soget Kiplagat, clocking in at 13:58.54 compared to Kiplagat’s 13:59.41. 

The University of Texas men’s team enjoyed a successful day. Kendrick Smallwood won the title for the Longhorns in the 110 Hurdles with a time of 13.16 seconds. UT’s Kody Blackwood triumphed in the 400 Meter Hurdles, finishing in 49.58 seconds. Chris Brinkley from Texas finished third in the 400 Meter Hurdles with a time of 50.06 seconds, while Hudson Bennett placed second in the men’s 3000 Meter Steeplechase Finals with a time of 9:06.24. The men’s 4×100 Meter Relay team finished in third place with a time of 39.10 seconds. Brandon Gorski finished second place in the men’s long jump with a leap of 23-7.75. Kelsey Daniel won both the 1A Men’s Long Jump and Triple Jump Finals with distances of 25-10.50 and 52-9.75, respectively. Agbonkonkon Osawese held on for third place in the 1A Men’s High Jump Finals with a height of 6-10.50. Benjamin Shue emerged victorious in the men’s Discus Finals with a throw of 178-1.00. Michael Pinones and Shaiquan Dunn claimed the top two positions in the 1A Men’s Shot Put Finals with throws of 64-5.00 and 60-8.25.

U-of-H claimed victories in the 4×100 and 4×200 Meter Relays with times of 38.69 and 1:22.48, respectively. Patrick Flowers achieved a commendable third place in the 3000 Meters Steeplechase with a time of 9:08.91, while Antrea Mita earned second place honors in the 1A Men’s High Jump with a height of 7-0.25. 

On the high school circuit, two of the nation’s premier track athletes, Klein Collins’ junior Andrew Brown and C.E. King’s sophomore Dillion Mitchell, provided the audience with thrilling performances. Brown crossed the finish line in the 110 Hurdles, astonishing fans with a wind-aided time of 12.97 during the preliminaries. He also triumphed in the 300 Meter Hurdles, clocking in at 35.61. In the finals, Brown outperformed Houston Worthing’s Avonte Earl, a nationally ranked hurdler, finishing with a time of 13.15 compared to Earl’s 13.38. 

Mitchell followed suit with an impressive display, energizing the crowd as he sprinted to a wind-legal time of 10.10 in the 100 Meter Dash. Furthermore, Mitchell played a crucial role in anchoring the Panthers’ 4×200 Meter Relay team to victory, receiving the baton in third place behind Frisco Heritage and Long Beach Poly. He swiftly made up ground on Frisco and momentarily surged past the Jackrabbits, securing a first-place finish in the preliminaries. 

Atascocita’s Mariah Maxwell, representing APXP, a private college preparatory training program, crossed the finish line ahead of Howard University’s Yahnari Lyons, winning the Invitational Women 200 Meter Dash Finals with a time of 22.25. Mariah, who is a twin, is still attending high school and competes alongside her sister Mia, as both joined the APXP Training Group last May. 

The annual event, influenced by the participation of seven high schools from out of state saw Poly and Wilson from Long Beach, California, which have been long-time supporters of the relays and consistently demonstrate competitiveness. The other participating schools included El Cerrito, NC, Flossmoor (Homewood-), IL, IMG Academy, FL, La Jolla (SD), CA, and Rancho Cucamonga, CA. 

Flossmoor’s Zion Morrison kept pace for a third place tie in the 100 Meter Dash with a time of 10.58. However, he entered the finals with the second fastest time of 10.33, just behind Mitchell. William Bundy claimed the title in the triple jump with a distance of 46:9.75. 

IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, witnessed its girls’ distance runners joining forces to create remarkable memory on Friday, winning the 4000 Meter distance medley relay with a time of 11:37.38. Cy-Fair Bridgeland came in second with a time of 11:49.44.

Following the success of the girls, the IMG Boys also triumphed, winning both the 4000 Meter distance medley and the 4×400 Meter Relays with times of 10:09.91 and 7:46.66, respectively. The Home School Athletic Association challenged the Ascenders, finishing in second place with a time of 10:17.97. Additionally, Ascenders’ Matthew Dodds finished third in the finals of the 1600 Meter run with a time of 4:10.91. Winston Schroder contributed to the Ascenders’ achievements by grabbing second place in the long jump with a distance of 24-5.25. Gabriel Pelletier tied with several competitors, clearing a height of 16-0.50 in the pole vault. 

Long Beach Poly established its dominance with a time of 3:23.86, narrowly defeating Katy, which finished with a time of 3:24.17, to win the Boys Sprint Medley Relay.

Rancho Cucamonga secured the second position in the 4×100 Meter Relay. 

Despite dropping temperatures, the rain and wind on the final day did not hinder competition from meeting the fans’ expectations. A variety of athletes noted its progress as they recorded lower times, personal bests, and significant accomplishments both as individuals and as a team.

To view the full results of the meet, please follow the link below.

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UConn shot 35.5% from the field and 36.4% from three-point range, contrasting with last week’s 21.7% from beyond the arc in its victory against Duke. Despite a better shooting performance against the Blue Devils, the Huskies converted 15-of-17 free throws, and their defensive prowess was evident, leading to a 71-62 win over Illinois that propelled them into the championship game on Monday.

Tardis Reed Jr. led UConn with 17 points and 11 rebounds, while Braylon Mullins scored 15 points, and Solo Ball contributed 13 points.

The combination of three-point shooting and solid defense enabled the Huskies to establish a 14-point lead, 57-43, with 9:43 remaining in the second half. Illinois, however, continued to battle.

On a different note, the Fighting Illini struggled from the field, shooting 33.9%, and were limited on the offensive boards, 41-36.

Keaton Wagler poured in 20 points for Illinois, and Tomislav Ivisic added 16.

Illinois narrowed the gap to four points, 57-53, with 1:38 remaining in the second half; however, Connecticut responded by converting free throws down the stretch.

Last week, Illinois knocked off Iowa, 71-59, to earn a berth in the final four, yet it lacked the firepower to get past the experienced Huskies, who are playing in their third final four in the last four years.

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Victor Lopez knows a lot about track and field. Though retired, the longtime Rice Owls coach remains a respected figure in the university’s athletics community.

The Victor Lopez Classic, which began in 1983 and is now in its 43rd edition, is one of the nation’s premier track and field meets, drawing top college and high school athletes from across the country to Rice University.

Anthony Roberts, who became a member of the Rice staff in 2022 as the assistant director of communications, shared his insights regarding this season’s classic.

The quartet of Christian Greyling, Colin Hayden, Elton Martin, and Brady Meredith recorded the nation’s fastest time in the 4×800 Meter Relay (7:46.88), propelling the Woodlands to victory. St. Thomas and Kingwood followed in second and third place, respectively, with times of (7:56.59) and (8:00.84).

In the 4×100-meter relay, the Woodlands achieved a time of 41.00, securing third place behind Summer Creek and Katy, which clocked in at 40.92 and 40.96, respectively.

As Saturday approaches, the meet is set to conclude, with most finals commencing in the evening.

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Mia and her twin sister, Mariah Maxwell, beamed with joy after completing the 100-meters, achieving two of the fastest times in the nation this season.

The soft-spoken twins participated in the Invite Men’s 100-meters / Mixed Gender 100-meters, which featured four men in the six-tandem event. As expected, the men finished ahead of the twins, but improving as the season progresses is the goal for the twins.

Although the conclusion did not reach Mia’s top time of 11.04, Mariah recorded the second-best time in Texas history, 11.16. Her previous best was 11.28. Mia achieved a time of 11.18.

“It means a lot. It’s my season opener”, said Mariah of APXP. A big PR from 11.2 to 11.1. It’s crazy. It makes me excited for the season. It’s really fun coming out here competing against these boys, giving everyone a show (speaking of the four guys who competed in the 100 Meter dash)

Despite not matching Mia’s top time of 11.04 seconds, Mariah ran 11.16 seconds, the second-fastest in Texas history. Her previous personal best was 11.28 seconds, while Mia finished with a time of 11.18 seconds.

The annual event saw participation from 40 colleges, high schools, middle schools, and unattached athletes, showcasing a diverse range of talent and competition.

The Maxwell twins were not the only highlights, as Texas Southern men’s and women’s teams showcased its strength, securing multiple top-three finishes.

Competing away from home proved advantageous for the Tigers, who began its outdoor season at Turner Stadium during the 74th TSU Relays, necessitated by the resurfacing of Dudley Stadium at Texas Southern University.

Texas Southern took matters into its own hands, keeping itself in contention in most events.

Texas Southern’s Alyvia Brown had an impressive evening, securing victories in both the 800-meter run with a time of 2:17.56 and the 1,500-meter run, 4:45.68. She achieved a commendable second-place finish in the triple jump, recording a distance of 36-11. The Tigers followed up with two other finishers, including Katherine Canchola, who also performed well, finishing second in the 1,500-meter run with a time of 5:05.82 and second in the 5,000-meter run with a time of 19:34.19. Stacy Guerrero trailed closely behind, taking third in the 5,000-meter with a time of 19:39.29.

In the 400-meter hurdles, Desirae Roberts and Tyler Moore finished first and second, clocking 1:05.04 and 1:10.71, respectively. Its convincing performance contributed significantly to the team’s overall success during the event.

Kennedy Haynes excelled in the discus throw, winning with a distance of 126-8, while also earning a bronze medal in the shot put with a throw of 36-9. Bria Lawson and Mikayla Ball followed closely behind in the discus, finishing second and third with throws of 118-6 and 118-3, respectively. Ball later added to her achievements by winning gold in the hammer throw with a mark of 134-8.

Other victors comprised Calle Fisher, who achieved victory in the Long Jump with a distance of 17-1.5 feet. Destinee Payne secured the second position with a jump of 16-11.5. Ryann Richards also attained a second-place finish in the pole vault, clearing a height of 6-6.25.

The Tiger men’s track and field team demonstrated exceptional performance, achieving nine first-place finishes. Jalen Walker excelled in both the Hammer Throw and Shot Put, recording distances of 187-5. Ahmad Muhammad triumphed in the Triple Jump with a leap of 47-8.

Additional winners included Joshua Brown in the 100-meter with a time of 10.43, Michael Strange Jr. in the 400-meters with a time of 48.09, Manual Garza, who was a double winner in the 1,500-meters with a time of 4:14.87 and the 5,000-meters with a time of 16:09.10, Te’Drick Robinson took the 110-meter Hurdles with a time of 14.66, Tyler Johnson in the High Jump with a height of 6-6, and Xavier Bellard won the long jump with a distance of 22-2.5.

“It feels good to knock the rust off”, Tigers 110-meter Hurdler Te’Drick Robbinson elaborated. “We had a pretty long break. We had a little wind out here today. But it was good to go one, two, speaking of teammate, Donyea Jarmon, who finished second in a time of 14.73.

“It was hard getting loose after the long break”, Jarmon said. “We’ve been working hard at practice.”

Harvard University’s men’s and women’s track teams excelled in the 4×100-meter relays, finishing first with impressive times of 39.72 and 44.42 seconds, respectively.

“Going into this meet, we know we have some strong guys in the run. Our angle leg, he’s been running good. He did well indoors. Timmy just ran a school record, and Jonus has run the same time. We have high expectations for ourselves, and we are constantly pushing for something more.

“I’m new to the mix”, Amari Turner Crimson’s 4th leg on the 4×100-meter Relay spoke. “We are working on continuity, getting timing, handoffs, and rhythm down. We change up the lineup to stay consistent and try to get a national or regional qualifying mark. We came out and did pretty good.”

“Spring break brings us here, and many alumni are willing to host us”, Crimson’s first leg of the 4×100-meter Relay, LeRoy Horton explained. We are thankful for that and the warm weather; we are stuck in the cold weather up in Boston. This is nice warm weather to practice in. We’ve been working here for a week. We leave here tonight

“It means great, it’s just the beginning”, says Saige Forbes. I’m a senior on this team, these are our younger members, and they really pushed us every day to come out and do the best we can, and we pushed each other.” Mfoniso Andrew, who grew up in Missouri City, where she attended Elkins High School.

“I’m from Texas, Mfoniso Andrew, Harvard’s 4×100-meter Relay first leg.” “I definitely know what this stadium means. A lot of fast times are run on this track.”

Several high school athletes celebrated outstanding finishes, particularly Worthing’s remarkable Avonte Earl, who won both the 110-meter Hurdles with a time of 13.52 seconds and the 300-meter Hurdles with a time of 37.67 seconds. Harold Clewis from Churchill Fulshear also excelled, winning the 400-meters in 48.51 seconds.

West Fork’s Jailen Jones won a head-to-head battle in the 100-meter Dash against Keaton Bookman of Churchill Fulshear with times of 10.33 and 10.34.

“I’m not satisfied with my time”, Jones explained. “I believe I can always do more and better. I felt loose when he said set (referring to the starter). I relaxed, took a deep breath, and ran.”

Summer Creek’s Brook Lloyd and Phoenix Phillips both claimed first place in their respective events. Lloyd excelled in the girls’ 400-meters with a time of 52.84 seconds, while Phillips finished first in his event with a time of 14.03 seconds.

In middle school competitions, West Lake from Atascocita, Texas, set a record in the Boys 4×200-meter Relay, posting a time of 1:35.69, which elevated the team to second nationally. The Irons Junior High Boys from Conroe, Texas, finished first in the 4×100-meter relay with a time of 44.80 seconds.

“We are trying to improve our time in every race, West Lake Middle School first leg of the 4×100-meter Relay team, Niles Stoneham explained. “Our best time is 44.24 in the 4×100-meter relay”, said Adaris Baldwin, who runs the third leg on the 4×100-meter relay. We’ve run better than this before. “I think we could have done better on the exchange of the last leg. The fourth leg took off too fast, which obviously took off a little time. I feel honored to be here. A lot of colleges and high schools are here. U of H is one of my favorite colleges.”

M.D. Jones Middle School girls took part in two 4×100 and two 4×200-meter relays, clinching first and second place in times of (54.04) and (54.42), along with (1:53.29) and (1:54.93), respectively.

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Coach Kiara Marshall took great pride in the commitment of teamwork, having achieved consecutive titles in her initial two seasons.

“We knew coming into this year that we had some kids that could play, Coach Marshall explained. “Our biggest thing this year was trying to stay together.”

The Bulldogs successfully broke away from a difficult first quarter, ultimately winning its second straight Class 6A Division 1 title by defeating Flower Mound 55-45 on Saturday at the Alamodome in San Antonio.

“The experience of knowing if you put in the work, if you put in team time, you could potentially become a champion, Coach Marshall replied. “They really bought into that process. Being here and being experienced, it truly helped us.

After connecting on 1-of-11, Summer Creek (34-4) led, 13-7, propelled by two three-pointers.

The Jaguars (29-9) demonstrated that an unranked team could be a formidable opponent as Lorelei Ebert made a jumper and subsequently hit a three-pointer, giving Flower Mound a 19-17 advantage in the second quarter.

“We know basketball games is a game of runs, says Marshall. “They’re going to go on a run, we’re going to go on a run. We just have to make sure to stay the course and get stops. I think all our kids did a good job on their individual stops to pull this game off.”

Later in the quarter, circumstances shifted as the Bulldogs went into halftime leading 21-19.

“Walking into the building didn’t feel as new as last year,” said Marshall. “These girls they fight and regardless they were going to work hard to get this done.”

Erin Newsom recorded 15 points along with nine rebounds, earning the MVP distinction. Nevertheless, Tyasia Young led the Bulldogs with an impressive 17 points, proving to be a formidable force, and Addison Martin poured in 14 points.

Maci Pringle led the Jaguars with 21 points, along with eight rebounds and five assists.

Despite finishing fourth in its district while facing various challenges, Flower Mound triumphed over No. 2 ranked North Crowley, 49-37 in late February.

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