This Jacket Backer 2014-2015-Part 2 news archive page is to recognize our RHS student athletes.
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Wallace and Mills selected for 2015 DFW Fastpitch All Metroplex Team
Congratulations to Bailey Wallace and Peyton Mills for being selected as members of the 2015 DFW Fastpitch All Metroplex Team. #LadyJackets
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2014-15 RHS Jackets Baseball Team (Photo by Terry Cookston)
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Congratulations to Coach Payne and the entire RHS Baseball coaching staff in preparing our players to advance to the 11-6A Regional Semifinals.(Round 4)
Thanks to every Jacket player for a GREAT season. It was a fun ride and we look forward to next year. Match-up Summary: Rockwall (24-7) vs Conroe Oak Ridge (28-1)
UIL Playoff Bracket: http://www.uiltexas.org/baseball/playoff-brackets/6A/2-4 |
Regional Semifinals - Rockwall vs Conroe Oak Ridge
Game 1 Photos by Terry Cookston
Game 1 Photos by Terry Cookston
Trey Ochoa, Bailey Wallace, and Raena Eldridge
Rockwall High School Jacket Backers May “Meador Auto Athletes of the Month”
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Trey Ochoa receives “Meador Auto Yellowjacket Athlete of the Month” Award.
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Trey Ochoa as the “Meador Auto Yellowjacket Athlete of the Month”. Ochoa, a 12th grade member of the Varsity Baseball Team was nominated by Coach Jeff Payne and chosen by the Jacket Backers board. During the month of April, Ochoa has a batting average of .400 this month, 8 runs scored, 3 RBI’s, 5 stolen bases, 1 save as a pitcher, and only 2 errors on defense. “I want every ball hit to Trey when we are on defense. Our pitchers know a ground ball on the left side is going to result in good things for us. Our leadoff hitter who gets us going, our best defensive player playing the most important defensive position at shortstop, our team leader” said Coach Payne. If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Steve Arenas. |
Bailey Wallace and Raena Eldridge both receive “Meador Auto Lady Jackets Co-Athletes of the Month” Award.
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Bailey Wallace and Raena Eldridge as the “Meador Auto Lady Jacket Athletes of the Month”. Wallace, a 12th grade member of the Varsity Softball Team was nominated by Coach Shadie Acosta. Eldridge, a 12th grade member of the Varsity Water Polo Team was nominated by Coach Paul Wallace. Both were chosen by the Jacket Backers board. Through April we played seven games. In those seven games Bailey went 15 for 20 with a .750 batting average with 14 RBI's. Her season batting average is .656 and she’s batting .683 with runners in scoring position. She had only 1 error in 20 games as our starting first baseman and does a beautiful job picking up off-throws from teammates to secure the outs. She’s quick and has range in her position and can dig-up even the toughest of throws “Bailey Wallace is a fantastic all-around player and person who is passionate about the game, a super competitor but also keeps success and failure in perspective. She works through adversity well, keeps her priorities at the forefront of her decisions, and also knows how to have fun! I am proud of the young woman that she is and the way she represents herself, her family and this softball program.” said Coach Acosta. During April in our four games at the Regional Championships Raena was the team leader on both offense (17 goals) and defense (11 steals) in spite of being double-teamed and triple-teamed the entire tournament. In response to her performance she was named 1st team All-Region and finished 3rd in the MVP voting at Regionals. She also helped our team secure a birth at the State Championships. “Raena has been the heart and soul of this team for four years. She has led the team with integrity. I know coaches who have coached for 30 years and never had an athlete of Raena's caliber. She will be greatly missed next year.” said Coach Wallace. If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Steve Arenas. |
RHS Boys Soccer Banquet Awards
The Rockwall Boys Soccer Team had their team banquet on May 19th to close out another successful season for Coach Troy Williams.The team honored senior players and also awarded the following:
The Rockwall Boys Soccer Team had their team banquet on May 19th to close out another successful season for Coach Troy Williams.The team honored senior players and also awarded the following:
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Rockwall High School Football Kicks Off Annual Food Drive
Rockwall High School Head Football Coach Rodney Webb and the Rockwall Yellowjacket Football Team are proud to announce their third annual spring food drive for Helping Hands of Rockwall County. In conjunction with spring practice and culminating with Spring Swarm on May 20th, the football boys will strive to fill the shelves at Helping Hands. Yellowjacket football players will be going door-to-door in the Rockwall attendance zone on Friday, May 15th collecting canned goods and boxed food donations. Helping Hands is in need of all canned and boxed food goods. They would be especially appreciative of donations that include soup, canned fruit, canned meat, rice, boxed pasta, toilet paper and bar soap. In addition, canned goods will be collected at the gate of the Spring Game on May 20th. The JV game starts at 6:00 pm and the Varsity game starts at 7:15 pm. Admission to Spring Swarm is free with the donation of two canned goods per person, or one can pay admission of $2 per person. All admission proceeds will be donated directly to Helping Hands of Rockwall County. Helping Hands of Rockwall County provides valuable services to the community. The football players are honored to be a member of the Helping Hands team! |
Pictured in Photo: Austin Sargent, Walker Knight, Will Reed, and Caleb Broach
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RHS Area Champions (Photo by Terry Cookston)
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Jackets Stun WT White, Advance To Round 3!
The Rockwall Yellowjackets entered Saturday’s Game 2 with their backs against the wall in a win or go home matchup against WT White. The Jackets just needed that one spark. Nick Colacecchi delivered! The Jackets trailed 1-0 until Colacecchi delivered a solo shot to get the Jackets going. The Jackets responded with 4 runs in the 4th inning and never looked back. The mojo never left the Jackets for the remainder of the series! “They weren’t tight or nervous. Just frustrated and pressing big-time. Colacecchi’s solo to start the 4th broke the ice and the bats heated up. You could feel the momentum swing our way some when we forced a 3rd game ” said Head Coach Jeff Payne. Game 3 was a different story. The Jackets exploded for 14 runs in the 1st inning and the rest was history. The Jackets won the series 2-1 and will advance to play Irving Nimitz beginning Thursday at Grapevine High School. Game 1 first pitch will be at 7:30 p.m. The Jackets have been flying under the radar most the season. They haven’t been winning with style points, but rather with just sound baseball and thats exactly what Coach Payne likes to see. “We haven’t really talked about any of that though. Just playing ball and grinding it out. Not a lot of style points for us this year. Faced a lot of #1 arms during district, so being in low-scoring, close games late is something we are comfortable with.” The Jackets will face Irving Nimitz who also completed a 3 game series against Belton. However, once you reach the 3rd round nothing comes easy and Coach Payne is well aware of that. “Nimitz has a Texas Tech pitcher, a DBU bat, some experienced seniors, and a sharp baseball coach. It won’t be easy and we know it isn’t supposed to be. We will have to play real well to beat those guys.” Don’t forget all games will be streamed live at www.rockwallisd.com! Go Jackets! Posted by Chris Curtis RISD Athletics, Sports Marketing Department 972-771-0605 ext 7527 or email at Chris.Curtis@rockwallisd.org |
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RHS Gymnast Tori Hedges Competes at Senior National Competition
Tori competed Thursday and Friday at the Senior National Competition in Ft Myers, FL with Team Texas. Team Texas received 5th place team with New Jersey winning the competition. Tori qualified for event finals (Top 15) on Vault with her being in 5th place going in. Unfortunately, she fell on both vaults in finals and ended up in 14th place. She represented Texas and Rockwall HS with class and I am so proud of all of her accomplishments this year! Thank you for supporting RHS gymnastics and I look forward to many more national qualifiers! |
RHS Gymnast Tori Hedges at the Senior National Competition
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Kaylee Hinton at the Track & Field State Meet (Photo by Terry Cookston)
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Hinton Places 4th at State Meet
This weekend Kaylee Hinton participated in the State Track and Field Meet in Austin. Kaylee placed 4th in the long jump with a jump of 19' 6.5" and she placed 6th in the 100 M. Hurdles with a time of 14.08 (just a tenth of second off of her season and personal best). I was proud of the way that Kaylee competed and represented Rockwall High School. Kaylee was also the first track athlete from Rockwall High School to participate in more than one event at the state meet since 2004. |
DMN Softball player of the week (5/11): Rockwall's Peyton Mills (Photo by Andy Jacobsohn)
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DMN Softball player of the week (5/11): Rockwall's Peyton Mills
By Greg Riddle DMN Staff Writer DMNGregRiddle griddle@dallasnews.com Published: 10 May 2015 07:03 PM |
Lady Jackets Soccer 11-6A Awards
RHS Lady Jackets Soccer celebrated a successful season with a banquet last week to honor seniors and district award winners.
RHS Lady Jackets Soccer celebrated a successful season with a banquet last week to honor seniors and district award winners.
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District 11-6A Award Recipients
Superlatives
1st Team
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2nd Team
Honorable Mention
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RHS Lady Jackets Soccer District 11-6A Award Recipients
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Lady Jackets Soccer Academic Awards
Academic All State Award Recipients:
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Academic All District Award Recipients:
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RHS Lady Jackets Soccer Academic Award Recipients
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2015 Rockwall Students Sign Spring Letters of Intent
Congratulations to our Rockwall HS student athletes who signed letters of intent this morning at the 2015 Spring Collegiate Signing Day Ceremony at Rockwall High School. #JFND Track:
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2015 Rockwall Students Sign Spring Letters of Intent
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Tori Hedges, Nick Colacecchi and Bailey Wooten
Rockwall High School Jacket Backers April “Meador Auto Athletes of the Month”
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Tori Hedges and Bailey Wooten receive “Meador Auto Lady Jackets Athlete of the Month” Award.
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Tori Hedges and Bailey Wooten as the “Meador Auto Lady Jacket Athletes of the Month”. Hedges, a 12th grade member of the Varsity Gymnastics Team was nominated by Coach Denise Hedges. Wooten, an 11th grade member of the Varsity Soccer team was nominated by Coach Melissa Garcia. Both were chosen by the Jacket Backers board. During March gymnastics competitions, Tori was the district all around and vault champion for gymnastics as well as placing in the top 3 for the majority of her meets in floor, vault and all around. “Tori is one of the most dedicated gymnasts who works hard every day for her team. She realizes the importance of her performance for the overall team score and has accepted that pressure. We are very proud of everything she has done over the last four years for the legacy of Rockwall Gymnastics.” said Coach Hedges. During the March soccer matches, Bailey scored 4 goals and 1 assist leading the Lady Jackets soccer team to a runner-up finish in district. Added Coach Garcia, “Bailey has been a key player for the Lady Jackets for the last three years. She is the type of player who asks what she can do for her team and then gives 100% each time. In the month of March, Bailey scored 4 goals and 1 assist while playing in forward, midfield, and defense for us, wherever she was needed, and she played without question or hesitation. She is a leader by example both on and off the field. Her work effort is matched only by her determination to win!” If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Eric Eldridge. |
Nick Colacecchi receives “Meador Auto Yellowjacket Athlete of the Month” Award.
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Nick Colacecchi as the “Meador Auto Yellowjacket Athlete of the Month”. Colacecchi, an 11th grade member of the Varsity Baseball Team was nominated by Coach Jeff Payne and chosen by the Jacket Backers board. During ten games in March, Colacecchi has had a .452 batting average, 8 RBIs, 10 Runs scored, and a home run. He has played outfield, second base, and even catcher. He is clutch team player and a vocal leader. “Nick has been clutch all month. He is a vocal leader. He sets the tone for us each game hitting lead off. I want him involved when the game is on the line.” said Coach Payne. If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Eric Eldridge. |
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RHS Men's Gymnastics State Championships Results
The RHS Men's Gymnastics team competed this past weekend at the state championships. Our team finished in 4th place. We also had several high finishers individually (including 4 silver medals!). Congratulations to our guys. Results are below: Team (12 teams qualified a full team to the meet)
Individual (There were 145 individual qualifiers to the meet. Top 10 athletes were awarded) Floor
Pommel Horse
Rings
P-bars
High Bar
Coach Sweny RHS Men's Gymnastics |
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11-6A Track and Field Area Meet
On Friday, April 24th the Jackets and Lady Jackets traveled to Garland to take part in the Area round of track. Despite the bad weather conditions, the kids competed hard and even though there were several that did not make it to the Regional round, there were several that did.
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DMN Softball player of the week (4/20): Rockwall's Kindal Sauter
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DMN Softball player of the week (4/20): Rockwall's Kindal Sauter
By Greg Riddle DMN Staff Writer DMNGregRiddle griddle@dallasnews.com Published: 19 April 2015 06:51 PM |
Track and Field District 11-6A Results
Last week the Jackets and Lady Jackets took on 11-6A competition @ Wilkerson Sanders Stadium. The boys led the entire meet until the last event of the meet, the 4×400 relay. Going into the final event, there were four teams separated by a total of 8 pts. With the outcome of the 4×400 relay the Jackets went from 1st to 4th place overall. The Lady Jackets led from start to finish of the meet, bring home the District 11-6A Championship. The Lady Jackets scored 133 pts. and the second place team had 92 pts.
There were several highlights of this meet. The girls started the running finals off by breaking a school record in the 4 x 100 relay that has stood since 2007. The girls ran a new school record time of 48.48 beating the old record of 48.94. The boys 4 x 100 relay answered the call on the next race by beating the school record in the boys 4 x 100 relay by running a time of 41.70, beating the old record of 42.41 set back in 2010. Both of these relay teams qualified for the area meet next week. There was one more school record beat and that was in the girls 100 M. Hurdles. Kaylee Hinton ran a 14.23 beating the old record of 14.30 set back in 2003. Kaylee also received the High Point award for the most points scored on the girls side (35).
Damon Lewis also won two gold medals in the 3200 & 1600 Meter Runs.
On the girls side there were 11 girls that qualified in 9 events for the area meet, while the boys had 14 qualify in 10 events.
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48.48 (New School Record)
Boys:
(New School Record)
The Area meet will be in Garland @ Williams Stadium on Friday Apr. 24. The field events will begin @ 12:00 p.m. and the Running Finals will begin @ 6:00 p.m. The top four finishers in this meet will advance to the Region II-6A meet in Waco on May 1–2.
Last week the Jackets and Lady Jackets took on 11-6A competition @ Wilkerson Sanders Stadium. The boys led the entire meet until the last event of the meet, the 4×400 relay. Going into the final event, there were four teams separated by a total of 8 pts. With the outcome of the 4×400 relay the Jackets went from 1st to 4th place overall. The Lady Jackets led from start to finish of the meet, bring home the District 11-6A Championship. The Lady Jackets scored 133 pts. and the second place team had 92 pts.
There were several highlights of this meet. The girls started the running finals off by breaking a school record in the 4 x 100 relay that has stood since 2007. The girls ran a new school record time of 48.48 beating the old record of 48.94. The boys 4 x 100 relay answered the call on the next race by beating the school record in the boys 4 x 100 relay by running a time of 41.70, beating the old record of 42.41 set back in 2010. Both of these relay teams qualified for the area meet next week. There was one more school record beat and that was in the girls 100 M. Hurdles. Kaylee Hinton ran a 14.23 beating the old record of 14.30 set back in 2003. Kaylee also received the High Point award for the most points scored on the girls side (35).
Damon Lewis also won two gold medals in the 3200 & 1600 Meter Runs.
On the girls side there were 11 girls that qualified in 9 events for the area meet, while the boys had 14 qualify in 10 events.
Girls:
- Long Jump – Kaylee Hinton (1st)
- High Jump – Kaylee Hinton (1st), Sarah Schneider (3rd)
- Pole Vault – Sarah Schneider (1st), Sarah Graves (2nd), Savanah McKenzie (3rd) Discus – Alex Patterson (1st), Mie Pighee (4th)
- 3200 M. Run – Kaitlyn Stark (2nd), Sarah Rippy (4th)
- 4 x 100 Relay – Morgan Hickmon, Kaylee Hinton, Kennedy Connor, Mie Pighee (2nd)
48.48 (New School Record)
- 800 M. Run – Ariel Hopkins (4th)
- 100 M. Hurldes – Kaylee Hinton (1st) (14.23) (New School Record) 1600 M. Run – Ariel Hopkins (2nd), Kaitlyn Stark (3rd)
Boys:
- Long Jump – Chris Warren (2nd)
- Triple Jump – Cameron Crayton (2nd)
- High Jump – Cameron Crayton (3rd)
- Shot – Jaylen Veasley (2nd), Korey Barron (4th)
- Pole Vault – Clark Norris (1st), Garrett Dennard (3rd), Caleb Estes (4th)
- 3200 M. Run – Damon Lewis (1st), Sam Fox (4th)
- 4 x 100 Relay – Micah Njoku, John Wright, Tamba Juanah, Chris Warren (3rd) 41.70
(New School Record)
- 800 M. Run – Jonathan Clem (4th)
- 110 M. Hurdles – Dustin McNeely (3rd) 1600 M. Run – Damon Lewis (1st)
The Area meet will be in Garland @ Williams Stadium on Friday Apr. 24. The field events will begin @ 12:00 p.m. and the Running Finals will begin @ 6:00 p.m. The top four finishers in this meet will advance to the Region II-6A meet in Waco on May 1–2.
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Lady Jackets Softball News
The #1 ranked Rockwall Lady Jackets clinched the 11-6A District Championship on Friday afternoon after throttling Rowlett 13-1 at the Rowlett Softball Complex. Alyssa Henry and Bailey Wallace both went 4 for 5 on the afternoon. The Lady Jackets compiled 20 hits on the afternoon. Emily Cowan picked up the win for the Lady Jackets on the mound. The Lady Jackets turned around and won another game on Saturday against Trophy Club Byron Nelson on Saturday. The Lady Jackets will celebrate senior night on Tuesday night against Tyler Lee then travel to Garland to finish up the week and the regular season! Congrats to the 11-6a District Champion Rockwall Lady Jackets! |
RHS Lady Jackets Softball Team (Photo by Terry Cookston)
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RHS Water Polo Team
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RHS Water Polo Teams Compete at Regionals
On April 17-18, the Rockwall High School Boys and Girls Water Polo teams competed at the North Texas Regional Championships. The Girls team came away with a 3rd place finish, advancing to the State Championships on May 1-2 in Austin. The Boys team finished 7th in the tournament, ending their season. Girls games and scores:
Boys games and scores:
Following are the offensive tournefensive leaders for the teams during the tournament: Boys Offense:
The following RHS athletes were named to the North Texas All-Region teams: First Team:
Second Team:
Honorable Mention:
The Lady Jackets will kick off their State Championship Tournament on Friday, May 1st at the Lee and Joe Jamail Swim Center at the University of Texas at Austin. |
Rockwall Lady Jackets Softball still unbeaten Ranked #1 in State
The Rockwall softball team, ranked No. 1 in the state in 6A, improved to 16-0-1 with a 16-0 win vs. Garland Naaman Forest.
The Rockwall softball team, ranked No. 1 in the state in 6A, improved to 16-0-1 with a 16-0 win vs. Garland Naaman Forest.
- Stats: 116-10: Amount by which the Rockwall softball team has outscored the opposition in district play. The state’s No. 1-ranked 6A team beat Garland Lakeview 18-0 on Tuesday.
2014-15 RHS Girls Gymnastics Team - 2nd Place at Regionals
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Girls Gymnastics win 2nd Place at Regionals
The girls finished their regional championships last night and the results are as follows: Team Results:
Individuals: Tori Hedges - 3rd All Around, 2nd Vault, 7th Bars, 5th Beam, 3rd Floor Sarah Graves - 6th All Around, 5th Bars, 2nd Beam, Katie Weidman - 8th All Around, 10th Bars, 4th Beam, 10th Floor Jamie Hall - 7th Bars Again, this meet was a season high compulsory and optional meet! The girls did an amazing job and have qualified for the state championships at Chisholm Trail HS in Saginaw on May 1 & 2. Thank you for your support of RHS gymnastics. |
RHS Yellowjacket Austin Grandstaff
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Austin Grandstaff Selected to Play in 2015 Kentucky Derby Festival Basketball Classic
Jacket Nation, be on the lookout on the PURPLE TEAM as Austin Grandstaff, G - 6′ 5″ Ohio St. represents Rockwall in the "2015 Kentucky Derby Festival Classic" presented by Papa John's Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 6 pm CST. It can be seen in its entirety on WMYO beginning at 6 pm CST or online at the hyperlink below. (NOTE: No video will be available until just before tip-off). First held in 1973, the Classic is the oldest high school all-star game in the nation and is known for showcasing players who’ve moved on to stardom at the collegiate and professional levels. Former players include Jamal Mashburn, Moses Malone, Rex Chapman, Pervis Ellison, Isiah Thomas, Dominique Wilkins, Darrell Griffith, Derek Anderson, Anfernee Hardaway and Michael Beasley. |
PURPLE TEAM:
- Daniel Giddens – Oak Hill Academy / 6’10” / 220 lbs #52 – Ohio St.
- Austin Grandstaff – Rockwall HS / 6’5″ / 190 lbs – #48 – Ohio St.
- Ogugua Anunoby – Jefferson City HS / 6’7″ / 200 lbs : NR – IU
- Thomas Bryant – Huntington Prep / 6’10” / 220 lbs : McDAA #33- Indiana
- Juwan Morgan – Waynesville Sr. HS / 6’7″ / 205 lbs – NR- IU
- Brandon Sampson – Madison Preparatory Academy / 6’4″ / 175 lbs #62 – St. John’s
- Jalen Adams Brewster Academy / 6’2″ / 165 lbs : #28 – UCONN
- Dedric Lawson – Hamilton HS / 6’8″ / 200 lbs McDAA #22 – Memphis
- KJ Lawson – Arlington Country Day School / 6’7″ / 190 lbs #45 – Memphis
- Justin Simon – Brewster Academy / 6’5″ / 180 lbs – #20 – Arizona
- Prince Ali – Sagemont Upper School / 6’3″ / 188 lbs : #38 – UCLA
- Ryan McMahon Cardinal Mooney HS / 6’0″ / 155 lbs – NR – Louisville
- Donovan Mitchell – Brewster Academy / 6’3″ / 175 lbs – #23 – Louisville
- Matt Ryan – Iona Preparatory School / 6’7.5″ / 220 lbs – NR – Notre Dame
- Raymond Spalding – Trinity HS / 6’9″ / 210 lbs – #32 – Louisville
- Deng Adel – Victory Rock Prep / 6’7″ / 190 lbs #21 – Louisville
- Bryant Crawford – Gonzaga College HS / 6’2″ / 180 lbs – #87 – Wake Forest
- Jawun Evans – Justin F Kimball HS / 6’0″ / 165 lbs McDAA – #26 OKLA. ST.
- Justin Patton – Omaha North HS / 6’10” / 205 lbs – #41 – Creighton
- Danjel Purifoy – Hargrave Military Academy / 6’6″ / 185 lbs -#61 – Auburn
- Diamond Stone – /6’10″/ – Maryland
RHS Men's Gymnastics Team takes 1st Place in Regional Championships
The Men's Gymnastics team competed last night in day 2 of the high school regional championships. Our guys held on to their lead from day 1 to finish in 1st place. They now qualify to compete at the State Championships in two weeks. It will be held at Chisholm Trail High School in Saginaw, TX.
This is the 7th year in a row for our guys to win Regionals! It is the longest current streak in the state. Our team is ranked 4th going into the state championships. Good luck to our guys!
All Around finishers (top 8 awarded out of 54 athletes)
Results are below:
TEAM:
INDIVIDUAL: (listing our RHS athletes that placed. Top 10 were awarded out of 54 guys)
Floor:
The Men's Gymnastics team competed last night in day 2 of the high school regional championships. Our guys held on to their lead from day 1 to finish in 1st place. They now qualify to compete at the State Championships in two weeks. It will be held at Chisholm Trail High School in Saginaw, TX.
This is the 7th year in a row for our guys to win Regionals! It is the longest current streak in the state. Our team is ranked 4th going into the state championships. Good luck to our guys!
All Around finishers (top 8 awarded out of 54 athletes)
- 1st - Bryce Singer
- 2nd - Adam Alford
- 5th - Caleb Meyers
- 7th - Mckay Larman
Results are below:
TEAM:
- 1st - 332.30 Rockwall
- 2nd - 320.40 Heath
- 3rd - 310.70 Lakeview
- 4th - 299.80 Highland Park
- 5th - 117.20 Irving
- 6th - 68.90 Garland
- 7th - 27.70 Irving MacArthur
- 8th - 12.50 Lake Highlands
INDIVIDUAL: (listing our RHS athletes that placed. Top 10 were awarded out of 54 guys)
Floor:
- 1st - Adam Alford
- 3rd - Bryce Singer
- 9th - Jake Hodges
- 10th - Codee Sanford
- 1st - Jarod Delgleize
- 4th - Zach Dougal
- 5th - Bryce Singer
- 9th - Mckay Larman
- 1st (tie) - Caleb Meyers
- 1st (tie) - Bryce Singer
- 6th - Adam Alford
- 9th - Mckay Larman
- 4th - Adam Alford
- 6th (tie) - Mckay Larman
- 6th (tie) - Caleb Meyers
- 1st - Caleb Meyers
- 2nd - Bryce Singer
- 5th - Mckay Larman
- 1st - Bryce Singer
- 3rd - Adam Alford
- 4th - Austin Cory
- 6th - Tyler Cooper
- 8th - Caleb Meyers
Rockwall High School Water Polo Teams advance to Regionals
Rockwall ISD hosted a high school water polo tournament at the Rockwall ISD Aquatics Center on April 11th. This was the final weekend before the North Texas TISCA Regional Water Polo Championships which will be conducted April 17-18 at the Lewisville ISD Westside Aquatic Center.
The Yellowjacket Boys team swept all three games by large margins defeating Irving MacArthur 17-2, Bryan Adams 9-3, and Midway High School 17-7. Leading scorer for the day was Senior Evan Scown with 13 goals while Sophomore Dean Manasco had 11 saves and 7 steals from the goal keeper position.
The Lady Jackets defeated Irving MacArthur in back-to-back games at the tournament to finish the regular season with a 5-1-1 record. Leading scorer for the Lady Jackets this weekend was Senior Raena Eldridge with 6 goals in the two games.
The boys team has been seeded 7th at the Regional Championship and will meet Colleyville Heritage at the first round at Regionals. The girls team has been seeded 3rd in the Region which earns them a first round bye at the tournament. The top 4 finishing teams at Regionals will advance to the State Championships in Austin.
Rockwall ISD hosted a high school water polo tournament at the Rockwall ISD Aquatics Center on April 11th. This was the final weekend before the North Texas TISCA Regional Water Polo Championships which will be conducted April 17-18 at the Lewisville ISD Westside Aquatic Center.
The Yellowjacket Boys team swept all three games by large margins defeating Irving MacArthur 17-2, Bryan Adams 9-3, and Midway High School 17-7. Leading scorer for the day was Senior Evan Scown with 13 goals while Sophomore Dean Manasco had 11 saves and 7 steals from the goal keeper position.
The Lady Jackets defeated Irving MacArthur in back-to-back games at the tournament to finish the regular season with a 5-1-1 record. Leading scorer for the Lady Jackets this weekend was Senior Raena Eldridge with 6 goals in the two games.
The boys team has been seeded 7th at the Regional Championship and will meet Colleyville Heritage at the first round at Regionals. The girls team has been seeded 3rd in the Region which earns them a first round bye at the tournament. The top 4 finishing teams at Regionals will advance to the State Championships in Austin.
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Austin Grandstaff to Compete in Nationally Televised 3-Point Championship
Austin Grandstaff will compete in the American Family Insurance High School 3-point Championship which will be broadcast on national television. Wednesday’s competition, which airs at 2:30 pm Sunday on CBS, will be much different than their previous on-court battles. They’ll have one minute to attempt 25 3-pointers from racks of balls at five spots along the 3-point arc. Other local competitors include Plano West’s D.J. Hogg and Duncanville’s Matt McQuaid,
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3-Point Competitors include Rockwall's Austin Granstaff, Plano West’s D.J. Hogg and Duncanville’s Matt McQuaid
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#Get2TheGame featuring Austin Grandstaff, guard at Rockwall (TX) High and committed to Ohio State University. Insure carefully, dream fearlessly.
2015 RHS Golf Teams
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Jackets and Lady Jackets Claim Golf District Titles!
The boys and girls both won district on Monday! The boys actually won 1st and 2nd and will have two teams advancing to the regional tournament next week. Girls:
Boys:
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Rose Njoku and Bryce Singer
Rockwall High School Jacket Backers March “Meador Auto Athletes of the Month”
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Rose Njoku receives “Meador Auto Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month” Award
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Rose Njoku as the “Meador Auto Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month”. Rose, a 11th grade member of the Varsity track Team was nominated by Coach Will McCrary and chosen by the Jacket Backers board. At the Jacket Classic track meet on Feb. 14, Rose set a new personal best mark for herself with a jump of 5'6", winning the event, and tying the meet record. Her jump also ties the school record. The following week Rose broke her personal best mark again and the School Record by jumping 5'8". Two meets two wins. “Last year as a sophomore, Rose didn't have the best season because of an injury. She was able to salvage it somewhat and still qualified for the regional meet. This year she started the season off higher than she left off last season. Rose is a very gifted athlete and their seems to be no cap on the potential that she has. I am looking for bigger things out of Rose this season.” said Coach McCrary. Also nominated were Raena Eldridge (Swimming) and Nicole Pugsly (Soccer). If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Eric Eldridge. |
Bryce Singer receives “Meador Auto Yellowjacket Athlete of the Month” Award.
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Bryce Singer as the “Meador Auto Yellowjacket Athlete of the Month”. Singer, a 12th grade member of the Varsity Gymnastics Team was nominated by Coach Cameron Sweny and chosen by the Jacket Backers board. During February, Singer finished in the top-3 in All-Around competition at two different meets while helping the team finish 2nd and 3rd in the meets. He has also finished in the top 10 in several events at both invitationals. “Bryce is a great kid, and has been a very consistent competitor for our team over the years. I look forward to working with Bryce as he finishes one more season with our team!,” said Coach Sweny. Also nominated this month were Noah Day (Swimming) and Micah Njoku (Track). If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Eric Eldridge. |
Track & Field Rockin “R” Relays
Sponsored by: BOGO Bistro
Hosted by: Rockwall High School
Date: Thursday Apr. 2, 2015 @ Wilkerson Sanders Stadium
Teams Attending: Rockwall, Mesquite, Tyler Lee, Forney, North Garland, Lakeview Centennial, Heath, North Mesquite, Garland, Wylie East, Coppell, Wylie, Mesquite Horn, Naaman Forest, Allen, Lake Highlands, Royse City
Cost of Admission: $4.00 for Adults & $3.00 for Students
Sponsored by: BOGO Bistro
Hosted by: Rockwall High School
Date: Thursday Apr. 2, 2015 @ Wilkerson Sanders Stadium
- Field Events Begin @ 1:30 pm
- 3200 Meters @ 4:00 pm
- Running Finals @ 6:00 pm
Teams Attending: Rockwall, Mesquite, Tyler Lee, Forney, North Garland, Lakeview Centennial, Heath, North Mesquite, Garland, Wylie East, Coppell, Wylie, Mesquite Horn, Naaman Forest, Allen, Lake Highlands, Royse City
Cost of Admission: $4.00 for Adults & $3.00 for Students
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Boys Gymnastics Results "Battle for the Rock"
The Jackets competed on Friday against rival Heath in the 5th annual “Battle for the Rock” meet. The Jackets won for the 5th year in a row. Congratulations to the Rockwall Yellowjackets! Team:
Individual: (47 athletes total) top 10 are listed:
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Boys Gymnastics "Battle for the Rock" Champions
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Girls Gymnastics "Battle for the Rock" Champions
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Girls Gymnastics Results "Battle for the Rock"
Congratulations to the girls champions of "Battle for the Rock" Rockwall High School. All of our girls teams (Varsity, JV, WMS & Utley (feeds Rockwall) compete together for one score. This is our annual "City" Meet where all gymnastics teams come together and compete as one. See results below: Vault
Bars
Beam
Floor
All Around
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Rockwall JV Golf Results
The Jacket JV Boys and Girls golf team competed today March 3, 2015 at Waterview Golf Club. The weather was extremely unforgiving. Everything and everyone was cold and wet. Despite the conditions the Jackets were winners.
JV Boys Results:
The Jacket JV Boys and Girls golf team competed today March 3, 2015 at Waterview Golf Club. The weather was extremely unforgiving. Everything and everyone was cold and wet. Despite the conditions the Jackets were winners.
JV Boys Results:
- The team of Trey Watkins, Zach Amacher, Griffin Hass, Jake Woods, and Grant Carpenter finished 1st.
- The team of Devin Hall, Connor Davis, Trent Sifuentes, Justin Schwister, and Marshal Blackwell finished 2nd.
- Trey Watkins 1st
- Zach Amacher 2nd
- Jake Woods 4th
- The team of Maddie Hostetler, Victoria Reynolds, Alex Morris, and Shelby Allen finished 1st
- The team of Lauren Freeman, Gabby Ramirez, Eryn Arnold and Kaylee Bushman finished 2nd
- Shelby Allen 1st
- Maddie Hostetler 2nd
- Alexis Morris 4th
- Eryn Arnold 5th
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11-6A Girls Basketball All District
Congratulations to Coach Brewer and all Lady Jackets who were awarded with 11‐6A – All District Honors. Coach of the Year: Kasie Brewer‐ Rockwall Most Valuable Player: Sr ‐ Sara Williamson‐ Rockwall Defensive Player of the Year: Sr ‐ Krystal Contreras‐ Rockwall 1st Team All District
2nd Team All District
All District Honorable Mentions
Academic All‐District – 90 average and above
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Armani Broussard, Jackie Mote, and Blake Collins
Rockwall High School Jacket Backers February “Meador Auto Athletes of the Month”
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Armani Broussard and Blake Collins receive “Meador Auto Yellowjacket Co-Athletes of the Month” Award.
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Armani Broussard and Blake Collins as the “Meador Auto Yellowjacket Co-Athletes of the Month”. Broussard, a 12th grade member of the Varsity Wrestling Team was nominated by Coach Brent Pohorsky. Collins, a 10th grade member of the Soccer Team was nominated by Coach Troy Williams. Both were chosen by the Jacket Backers board. "Armani Broussard went 15-3 in the month of January and won the 76 team Cy Fair Invitational, pinning his way through the tournament. He also was selected to the 6A District 8, All Dual Team, finishing 5-0 in district duals. “Armani is a great kid who works hard to get better everyday,” said Coach Pohorsky. "Blake Collins has started every game this season. He's proven to be one of the most consistent players on the team. “Blake is immensely coachable, flexible enough to play proficiently at several positions and is a consistent and hard working player in games and practice,” said Coach Williams. Also nominated this month were Evan Scown (Swimming) and Adam House (Golf). If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Eric Eldridge. |
Jackie Mote Receives “Meador Auto Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month” Award
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Jackie Mote as the “Meador Auto Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month”. Jackie, a 9th grade member of the Varsity Wrestling Team was nominated by Coach Brent Pohorsky and chosen by the Jacket Backers board. Jackie went 13-3 last month, including winning the Bishop Dunne Invitational. She also finished third at Coyote Invitational and 7th at the Cy Fair Invitational. This past weekend, Jackie placed 3rd at the Region II Championships and is now a UIL State Qualifier in the Girls’ Division. “Jackie is an awesome kid, we are so glad she has chosen to wrestle and be our first female wrestler in the history of Rockwall Wrestling,” said Coach Pohorsky. Also nominated were Amanda Armstrong (Swimming) and Katie Givens (Soccer). If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Eric Eldridge. |
Austin Grandstaff and Coach Alan Simmons at NBC Studio
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Austin Grandstaff Receives Inside HS Sports (IHSS) DFW Player of the Year Award
Congratulations to Austin Grandstaff as he will receive an Inside HS Sports (IHSS) DFW Bobblehead for Player of the Year. On Saturday, February 28th. Austin and Coach Simmons appeared live on Inside HS Sports to accept the award in the “Austin Buckets” segment. See a replay of the video below: |
RHS All-Region Swimmers
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Eight Jacket Swimmers Named to All-Region Team
Eight RHS swimmers and divers have earned 25 spots on the Region 3-6A All-Region team for he 2014-2015 season. "Our region is arguably the toughest in the state and the swimming was faster this year than it ever has been before. So, to make the All-Region 3-6A swimming and diving team is no simple feat. Perormances that would have earned podium finishes at State in recent years wouldn't have even made this year's Region 4-6A All-Region team. So, this is a well-deserved honor for these athletes," commented Coach Paul Wallace. RHS Members of 2014-2015 Region 3-6A All-Region Team:
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Lady Jackets Season Closes, Brewer Thanks Fans
A note from Coach Brewer: Lady Jacket Fans, I would like to thank our Parents, Administration, Teachers, Students, and the Community for supporting Lady Jacket Basketball this season. I couldn't be more proud of this team and all they accomplished this year. These girls are the definition of the Lady Jacket Way (Leadership, Character, Heart, Hard Work, and Unity).
Thank you to the parents for raising such wonderful young women and being such an encouragement to your daughter through out the season.Thank you to the administration for coming out and cheering our girls on at the games and allowing us to be our best. Thank you to the teachers for working with these girls and pushing them to be their best in the classroom. Thank you to the students and community members for supporting us and being the BEST FANS IN TEXAS!!
Our team is so grateful for each and everyone of you guys!
Here is a few accomplishments from our team this season:
If you get the chance, please congratulate the girls on a Great Season! Thanks again, for all you do for Lady Jacket Basketball! JFND!
Thanks, Kasie Brewer
Head Girls Basketball
Girls Coordinator
Rockwall High School
A note from Coach Brewer: Lady Jacket Fans, I would like to thank our Parents, Administration, Teachers, Students, and the Community for supporting Lady Jacket Basketball this season. I couldn't be more proud of this team and all they accomplished this year. These girls are the definition of the Lady Jacket Way (Leadership, Character, Heart, Hard Work, and Unity).
Thank you to the parents for raising such wonderful young women and being such an encouragement to your daughter through out the season.Thank you to the administration for coming out and cheering our girls on at the games and allowing us to be our best. Thank you to the teachers for working with these girls and pushing them to be their best in the classroom. Thank you to the students and community members for supporting us and being the BEST FANS IN TEXAS!!
Our team is so grateful for each and everyone of you guys!
Here is a few accomplishments from our team this season:
- Tournaments - Bishop Lynch Tournament - Finished 1st, Allen Tournament - Finished 6th, and Waco Midway Tournament -Finished 3rd
- 11-6A Co - District Champions
- #1 Seed into the playoffs
- Bi-District Champions
- Area Champions
- District Record - 12-2
- Overall Record - 27-7
If you get the chance, please congratulate the girls on a Great Season! Thanks again, for all you do for Lady Jacket Basketball! JFND!
Thanks, Kasie Brewer
Head Girls Basketball
Girls Coordinator
Rockwall High School
Lady Jackets Beat Highland Park in Area Round
The Lady Jackets hosted Highland Park at Mesquite Poteet and came away with a win. It was very sweet since last year at this point our season was over.
Senior Sara Williamson had 23 points, Senior Jayley Ramirez had 8 points and Senior Cassie Ross had 6 points. Senior Mandi McMillan had 5 points, Sophomore Cathryn Deshong had 4 points, Sophomore Haley Hicks had 3 points and Sophomore Madison Wheeler had 2 points.
We will move onto Regional Quarterfinals on Tuesday and we will play Irving MacArthur. Playoff details are slowly coming in so we will let you know updates soon.
To all the fans that were there, you guys rocked the house! It was so awesome to see so much orange in the stands compared to the grey Highland Park. You guys are the best fans around and we will need everyone on Tuesday. We will be local so please continue to pack the gym. The Lady Jackets are making a run for San Antonio and we need everyone there!
Come Early, BE LOUD, Wear Orange! JFND! We will update you ASAP!
The Lady Jackets hosted Highland Park at Mesquite Poteet and came away with a win. It was very sweet since last year at this point our season was over.
Senior Sara Williamson had 23 points, Senior Jayley Ramirez had 8 points and Senior Cassie Ross had 6 points. Senior Mandi McMillan had 5 points, Sophomore Cathryn Deshong had 4 points, Sophomore Haley Hicks had 3 points and Sophomore Madison Wheeler had 2 points.
We will move onto Regional Quarterfinals on Tuesday and we will play Irving MacArthur. Playoff details are slowly coming in so we will let you know updates soon.
To all the fans that were there, you guys rocked the house! It was so awesome to see so much orange in the stands compared to the grey Highland Park. You guys are the best fans around and we will need everyone on Tuesday. We will be local so please continue to pack the gym. The Lady Jackets are making a run for San Antonio and we need everyone there!
Come Early, BE LOUD, Wear Orange! JFND! We will update you ASAP!
Men's Gymnastics Team News
The RHS Men's Gymnastics Team competed Friday night and placed 3rd in the Mark Williams Invitational against some of the best teams in the state. The results are below:
Team: (11 teams)
Individual: (104 Athletes, top 10 recognized)
The RHS Men's Gymnastics Team competed Friday night and placed 3rd in the Mark Williams Invitational against some of the best teams in the state. The results are below:
Team: (11 teams)
- 1st - 159.3 Saginaw
- 2nd - 157.7 Rudder
- 3rd - 155.2 Rockwall
- 4th - 152.1 Trinity
- 5th - 146.1 Heath
- 6th - 142.6 Boswell
- 7th - 139.3 Lakeview
- 8th - 137.8 Bell
- 9th - 108.8 Richland
- 10th - 61.5 Arlington Martin
- 11th - 48.5 Garland
Individual: (104 Athletes, top 10 recognized)
- Bryce Singer - 3rd All Around; 3rd on rings (tie), 7th on vault, 1st on high bar
- Caleb Meyers - 5th All Around; 3rd on rings (tie), 2nd on p-bars
- Adam Alford - 8th All Around; 2nd on floor, 7th on vault, 5th on p-bars, 8th on high bar
- Mckay Larman - 7th on vault
- Jarod Delgleize - 3rd on pommel horse
- Austin Cory - 8th on high bar
RHS Track Team Results in the Chris Givens Relays
Yesterday the boys and girls track teams traveled to Wylie to take part in the annual Chris Givens Relays. It was a productive day overall and I was pleased with the performances we received from the kids. Right now, we are just trying to figure out how to put all of the pieces of the puzzle together and put some of the kids in different positions to see how they may do.
Team wise the Varsity Girls and JV Boys both placed second overall and the Varsity Boys took 4th and the JV Girls 6th overall. 17 of the boys also set 20 new PR's (Personal Records) and 13 girls set 16 new PR's. There few that equaled their PR's and several that were close to their best mark(s).
The biggest news of the day comes with a NEW SCHOOL RECORD being set in the RHS Girls Program. Rose Njoku broke the high jump record of 5' 6" that was held by Ryan Hill (2003) and Taylor Hill (2005). Rose Jumped a very impressive 5' 8". Rose is currently undefeated for the season in the high jump after 2 meets. Other Highlights of the day are:
Click on the meet results listed below. If you have any of these students, please congratulate and encourage them on. Next Saturday the teams travel to Coppell for their next competition.
Yesterday the boys and girls track teams traveled to Wylie to take part in the annual Chris Givens Relays. It was a productive day overall and I was pleased with the performances we received from the kids. Right now, we are just trying to figure out how to put all of the pieces of the puzzle together and put some of the kids in different positions to see how they may do.
Team wise the Varsity Girls and JV Boys both placed second overall and the Varsity Boys took 4th and the JV Girls 6th overall. 17 of the boys also set 20 new PR's (Personal Records) and 13 girls set 16 new PR's. There few that equaled their PR's and several that were close to their best mark(s).
The biggest news of the day comes with a NEW SCHOOL RECORD being set in the RHS Girls Program. Rose Njoku broke the high jump record of 5' 6" that was held by Ryan Hill (2003) and Taylor Hill (2005). Rose Jumped a very impressive 5' 8". Rose is currently undefeated for the season in the high jump after 2 meets. Other Highlights of the day are:
- Kaylee Hinton (12th) 1st in Long Jump, 1st in 100 M. Hurdles, & 2nd in the 200 Meters
- Cameron Crayton (9th) placed 1st in the High Jump @ 6'2". Still undefeated after 2 weeks.
- Garrett Dennard (12th) took first in the Pole Vault @ 13'0" into a head wind.
- Noah Sewell (10th) placed 1st in the JV Pole Vault and 1st in the 110 M. Hurdles.
- Lo'Yer Bailey (9th) 1st in the JV 100 M. Dash
- Matthew Marx (10th) 1st in the JV 300 M. Hurdles
- Jaylen Veasley (12th) 1st in the Shot Put
- Calista Ukeh (9th) 1st in the JV Shot Put and 2nd in the Discus.
Click on the meet results listed below. If you have any of these students, please congratulate and encourage them on. Next Saturday the teams travel to Coppell for their next competition.
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RHS Swimmers win two Silvers at State, Girls team finishes 9th
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Rockwall High School sent 5 swimmers to the 2015 UIL 6A Swimming & Diving Championships at the Lee and Joe Jamail Swim Center at the University of Texas in Austin. The team of one boy and 4 girls was the largest team ever sent to the event from Rockwall High School. Each of these swimmers qualified for the championship through their performances at the Region 3-6 Championships.
Four of the five RHS swimmers were competing in their first ever State Swimming Championships. Only Raena Eldridge had previous State experience. But, even with the inexperience, the Lady Jackets finished in 9th place in the team standings; the schools first-ever top-10 finish at the State Championships. All-American Senior Raena Eldridge started off the meet with a Silver Medal finish in the 200 Individual Medley. Her time of 2:02.30 was an All American Automatic time and a new Rockwall High School record. Raena was out-touched by 0.31 seconds by Jaden Bellina of Pearland who took Gold. Next up was Freshman Amanda Armstrong in her first State Final swim who finished 4th in the 50 Freestyle, just .33 seconds away from the podium. Amanda Armstrong's preliminaries time of 23.52 was an All-American Consideration time. |
The next swimming event was the 100 Butterfly with Raena Eldridge representing the Lady Jackets. This event was Raena's final individual event of her high school career finishing 2nd again in the 100 Butterfly with an All-American Consideration time of 55.11.
The Lady Jackets next took 6th place in the 200 Freestyle relay with a time of 1:38.27 behind swims from Amanda Armstrong, sophomore Jasmin Sani, sophomore Kayla Maxwell, and Raena Eldridge. The final two events of the day for the Jackets were the girls and boys 100 Backstroke where Amanda Armstrong finished 13th with a time of 58.01 and senior Noah Day finished 12th on the boys side with a time of 51.73. Coach Paul Wallace was pleased with the team's performance. "What an amazing state meet. We had some ups and downs, but were ultimately able to rally and keep our head in the game to come back in Finals and do better than expected!"
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UIL State Wrestling Results
The Rockwall Boys and Girls Wrestling Team competed well over the weekend, all winning State Tournament matches and scoring team points. The boys ended in 13th place, missing the top 10 by 4 points, in a championship that included 93 competitive class 6-A teams. Senior Captain Andrew Hyde closed out his high school career earning his second consecutive state medal. Andrew placed 4th in one of the most competitive weight classes in the state. He ends his career as a 4 year varsity letterman, 4 time District and Regional placer, including District and Regional championship medals, and over 130 varsity wins. Andrew's two state tournament losses were to the eventual state runner-up and the third place finisher. Andrew has received a wrestling scholarship to continue wrestling next year at Lyon's college. Junior Brandon Smith placed 4th in the 106 pound bracket, losing in the Consolation Finals to the number one ranked wrestler in the state. Brandon has earned two varsity letters, been a District Runner-Up twice, and has qualified for the Regional Championships the last two seasons, earning a second place Regional finish to earn his trip to the UIL State Championships. Brandon's two loses were to the eventual State Champion at his weight and the third place finisher. Junior James Taylor received All-State honors after placing 6th in the 145 pound bracket. James was a District finalist and placed 3rd at the Region II Championships to earn his trip to the state tournament. James lost a tough match in the first round and came back on the consolation side to make the medal rounds. James also is a decorated member of our Rockwall Yellowjacket football team. Freshman Jackie Mote made Jacket wrestling history, representing our school and district in the girl's division. Jackie claimed a District Championship, placed 3rd at the Regional Tournament, earning a state tournament bid. Jackie recorded the first female victory in the consolation bracket. Both Jackie's state tournament loses were to the third and 5th place medalists. Thank you for supporting our athletes this season! Coach Pohorsky Coach McMahon |
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Photo left to right: Coach Mike McMahon; Brandon Smith/Jr. 106 lbs–4th Place; Andrew Hyde, Sr. 132 lbs–4th Place; James Taylor, Jr. 145 lbs–6th Place; Head Coach Brent Pohorsky
RHS Swim Teams Headed to State Meet
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RHS Boys Soccer Games & 4th Annual Youth Soccer Night
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RHS 4th Annual Youth Soccer Night Flyer
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Congratulations to all Jackets & Lady Jackets at the 2015 Recruiting Class National Collegiate Signing Day Ceremony at Rockwall High School
Thanks to the team at Friday Night Glory for final video edits to our Rockwall High School National Signing Day Ceremony on February 4, 2015. A special thanks to Willy Orji and Brian Castillo for capturing video.
Thanks to the team at Friday Night Glory for final video edits to our Rockwall High School National Signing Day Ceremony on February 4, 2015. A special thanks to Willy Orji and Brian Castillo for capturing video.
2015 Recruiting Class National Collegiate Signing Day (Photo by Terry Cookston)
RHS Lady Jackets Basketball Bi-District Champions
Your Lady Jackets made the road trip to Waco to play Killeen Ellison at Waco University. The Lady Jackets fought back to overcome a five point deficit at half to win 45-40. Senior Sara Williamson had 21 points, Senior Mandi McMillan had 9 points. Senior Cassie Ross had 6 points, Senior Krystal Contreras had 4 points and Sophomore Haley Hicks had 3 and Senior Rachel Farrow had 2 points.
Your Lady Jackets will play on Friday locally as they play the winner of Highland Park and Irving High School. As we get more information, we will let you know! Thank you to all the people that traveled the long journey to Waco and filled the gyms with cheers for our team. We have the best fans in the world. JFND!!!!
Your Lady Jackets made the road trip to Waco to play Killeen Ellison at Waco University. The Lady Jackets fought back to overcome a five point deficit at half to win 45-40. Senior Sara Williamson had 21 points, Senior Mandi McMillan had 9 points. Senior Cassie Ross had 6 points, Senior Krystal Contreras had 4 points and Sophomore Haley Hicks had 3 and Senior Rachel Farrow had 2 points.
Your Lady Jackets will play on Friday locally as they play the winner of Highland Park and Irving High School. As we get more information, we will let you know! Thank you to all the people that traveled the long journey to Waco and filled the gyms with cheers for our team. We have the best fans in the world. JFND!!!!
RHS Region II Wrestling Championship Results
We placed fourth as a team in a very competitive Region. Senior Captain Andrew Hyde won a regional crown with a convincing win in the finals while Junior Brandon Smith had a great battle against a top ranked opponent, losing in the finals and placing second. Junior James Taylor placed 3rd and Freshman Jackie Mote also placed third, being the first Rockwall Regional placer and UIL State Qualifier in the girl's division. Jonathan Jonas placed 5th to earn a Regional Alternate bid and Junior Alex Baker placed 6th. Senior Armani Broussard placed in the top 8, losing a tough match prior to the medal round. The top 4 in each Region qualify for the UIL State Championships this weekend. Good luck Jacket wrestlers!!!
We placed fourth as a team in a very competitive Region. Senior Captain Andrew Hyde won a regional crown with a convincing win in the finals while Junior Brandon Smith had a great battle against a top ranked opponent, losing in the finals and placing second. Junior James Taylor placed 3rd and Freshman Jackie Mote also placed third, being the first Rockwall Regional placer and UIL State Qualifier in the girl's division. Jonathan Jonas placed 5th to earn a Regional Alternate bid and Junior Alex Baker placed 6th. Senior Armani Broussard placed in the top 8, losing a tough match prior to the medal round. The top 4 in each Region qualify for the UIL State Championships this weekend. Good luck Jacket wrestlers!!!
- Picture 1: Left to Right- Coach Brent Pohorsky, Jackie Mote, Brandon Smith, Andrew Hyde, James Taylor, Jonathan Jonas, Coach Mike McMahon.
- Picture 2: Left to Right- Jackie Mote, Brandon Smith, Andrew Hyde, James Taylor, Jonathan Jonas, Alex Baker.
Austin Grandstaff and Mandi McMillan
Rockwall High School Jacket Backers January “Meador Auto Athletes of the Month”
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Austin Grandstaff Receives “Meador Auto Yellowjacket Athlete of the Month” Award
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Austin Grandstaff as the “Meador Auto Yellowjacket Athlete of the Month”. Grandstaff, a 12th grade member of the Varsity Basketball Team was nominated by Coach Alan Simmons and chosen by the Jacket Backers board. Austin has led the Jackets to a 3-2 record in the last 5 games, averaging 41 points per game. He has been a leader on the floor, helping the Jackets play their best basketball heading into district play. During December, Austin was named to the Allen In and Out Burger Invitational all tournament team. In the 4 games of the tournament and the game prior to the tournament he averaged 41 pts per game. “Austin has elevated his game to a very high level and he has elevated our teams play.” said Coach Simmons Also nominated this month were Brandon Smith (Wrestling) and Adam Alford (Gymnastics). If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Eric Eldridge. |
Mandi McMillan Receives “Meador Auto Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month” Award
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Mandi McMillan as the “Meador Auto Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month”. Mandi, a 12th grade member of the Varsity Basketball Team was nominated by Coach Kasie Brewer and chosen by the Jacket Backers board. During December, Mandi Helped the Lady Jackets to a tournament championship in the Bishop Lynch tournament and a 3rd place finish in the M.T. Rice Tournament. Mandi is the 2nd leading scorer on the team, averaging 12 points per game and shooting 58% from the floor. She is also the leading rebounder, averaging 6.6 rebounds per game. In district games, Mandi is averaging 15 points per game. Mandi is one of the team captains, the leading rebounder, and the 2nd leading scorer on the team. “Mandi practices and plays the game every day with all her heart. She is one of our hardest workers on the team. She constantly pushes herself to giving a perfect effort every day and challenges her teammates to do the same.” said Coach Brewer Also nominated was Jackie Mote (Wrestling). If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Eric Eldridge. |
Jacket Classic Track Meet Information
The Annual Jacket Classic Track Meet is sponsored by Mark and Donna Roland.
Cost of Admission:
The Annual Jacket Classic Track Meet is sponsored by Mark and Donna Roland.
- Hosted by: Rockwall High School
- Saturday Feb. 14, 2015 @ Wilkerson Sanders Stadium
- Field Events Begin @ 8:15 am
- 3200 Meters @ 10:30 am
- Running Finals @ 1:00 pm
Cost of Admission:
- $4.00 for Adults
- $3.00 for Students
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Lady Jacket Soccer News
The Lady Jackets had a tough night in their Wednesday evening game against the Rowlett Eagles losing 1-0. The ladies will use this as fuel to finish out the first round, taking on Tyler Lee at home Friday and finishing up Round 1 of district play on Wednesday in Garland. A loss for our JV Lady Jackets losing to Rowlett 2-0. The team has some things to work on, but we'll get em next time! JFND! |
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RHS Lady Jackets 204-15 District Champs
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Lady Jackets 2014-2015 District Champs!
The Lady Jackets finished off district tonight as they traveled to Garland HS and got the sweep.
With this, we are District Champions! We finished the district season 12-2 and 25-6 overall. Freshman A are district champs as they went undefeated and JV are tied for 2nd in district with Rowlett, who we split with in games. Right now, we are waiting on district 12-6A as they are in a three-way tie and will determine who we will play. We will keep you updated as information comes in. We will be selling playoff shirts so get your checkbooks out. Thank you everyone for their support, but we will need you as we continue our trek to San Antonio for State. Good luck to the boys basketball team as they are still competing to go to playoffs as well. JFND!!! |
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Boys Soccer Update
Dillon Loftis headed in a rebound from a Zach Davis free kick to get off to an early one-goal lead. Towards the end of the first half Rowlett tied the game. The Eagles scored a brace in the second half to make it 3-1 and we ran out of time. If you see these guys give them a pat on the back and a "Keep your head up," please. They're working very hard in a really tough soccer district. JFND!
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RHSSummary from Region 3-6A Swimming and Diving Championships
Eleven boys and ten girls represented Rockwall High School at the 2015 Region 3-6a Swimming & Diving Championships. Competition was fierce in the newly aligned 6A region plus the addition of swimming powerhouses Southlake, Highland Park, and Coppell into the region. Yellowjacket Swimmers:
In team competition, the Lady Jackets finished in 4th place while the Yellowjacket boys team finished 6th. Both finishes were the highest finishes since moving out of the smaller 4A division in 2012. "These kids really stepped it up this weekend. Each and every one of them dropped time from the District Championships. As a team unit they swam faster than anyone could have expected. I'm excited to be taking 5 swimmers to state. But, I'm especially proud of the journey these kids took to get there." Said Coach Paul Wallace. UIL 6A State Qualifiers (in event order): Girls 200 Yard Individual Medley: Raena Eldridge (12) 2:03.02 Girls 50 Yard Freestyle: Amanda Armstrong (9) 23.62 Girls 100 Yard Butterfly: Raena Eldridge (12) 56.47 Girls 200 Yard Freestyle Relay: Amanda Armstrong (9), Jasmin Sani (10), Kayla Maxwell (10), Raena Eldridge (12) Girls 100 Yard Backstroke: Amanda Armstrong (9) 56.45 Boys 100 Yard Backstroke: Noah Day (12) 51.27 New School Records set at Regionals (in event order) Girls 200 Yard Individual Medley: 2:03.02 - Raena Eldridge (12) Boys 50 Yard Freestyle: 21.93 - Mitchell Eldridge (11) - breaking a 15 year old record set in 2000 Girls 200 Yard Freestyle Relay: 1:37.53 - Amanda Armstrong (9), Jasmin Sani (10), Kayla Maxwell (10), Raena Eldridge (12) Girls 100 Yard Backstroke: 56.45 - Amanda Armstrong (9) Boys 100 Yard Backstroke: 51.27 - Noah Day (12) Girls 400 Yard Freestyle Relay: 3:38.02 - Amanda Armstrong (9), Jasmin Sani (10), Kayla Maxwell (10), Raena Eldridge (12) Boys 400 Yard Freestyle Relay: 2:16.76 - Noah Day (12), Dean Manasco (10), Ethan Dupre (10), Mitchell Eldridge (11) |
Noah and Raena Team Captains State Bound (Photo by Jeff Little)
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Boys Regional Team and Results
Brandon Gan (10) - 16th 200 Free Relay, 1:40.16 Jack Conner (9) - 15th 500 Free, 5:07.58 - 16th 200 Free Relay, 1:40.16 - 15th 100 Breast, 1:08.84 Noah Day (12) - 5th 200 Medley Relay, 1:37.53 - 10th 100 Fly, 52.63 - 4th 100 Back, 51.27 (school record) - 5th 400 Free Relay, 3:16.76 (school record) Michael DeGuzman (10) - 23rd 200 IM, 2:23.05 Ethan Dupre (10) - 5th 200 Medley Relay, 1:37.53 - 10th 200 IM, 2:00.66 - 12th 100 Back, 55.25 - 5th 400 Free Relay, 3:16.76 (school record) Mitchell Eldridge (11) - 5th 200 Medley Relay, 1:37.53 - 9th 50 Free, 21.93 (school record) - 8th 100 Fly, 51.59 - 5th 400 Free Relay, 3:16.76 (school record) Braxton Harbin (10) - 14th 200 Free Relay, 1:53.85 - 13th 500 Free, 5:05.58 - 16th 200 Free Relay, 1:40.16 Dean Manasco (10) - 5th 200 Medley Relay, 1:37.53 - 7th 200 Free, 1:46.18 - 5th 500 Free, 4:45.08 - 5th 400 Free Relay, 3:16.76 (school record) Ronan Passman (10) - 18th 200 IM, 2:13.36 - 16th 200 Free Relay, 1:40.16 - 14th 100 Breast, 1:07.91 Timothy Schaefer (9) - 24th 100 Back, 1:07.31 Evan Scown (12) - 6th 1m Diving, 232.45 |
Girls Regionals Team and Results
Amanda Armstrong (9): - 2nd 50 Freestyle, 23.62 - 1st 200 Freestyle Relay, 1:37.53 (school record) - 2nd 100 Back, 56.45 (school record) - 3rd 400 Freestyle Relay, 338.02 (school record) Kelsey Boyd (11) - 12th 200 Medley Relay, 2:08.13 - 17th 200 IM, 2:36.91 - 17th 100 Breast, 1:21.15 Raena Eldridge (12) - 1st 200 IM, 2:03.02 (school record) - 1st 100 Fly, 56.47 - 1st 200 Freestyle Relay, 1:37.53 (school record) - 3rd 400 Freestyle Relay, 338.02 (school record) Kelsey Franks (10) - 23rd 200 Free, 2:27.31 - 18th 500 Free, 6:27.39 Jordan Hummingbird (12) - 14th 200 IM, 2:26.92 - 15th 100 Fly, 1:06.31 Kayla Maxwell (10) - 10th 200 Free, 2:04.92 - 1st 200 Freestyle Relay, 1:37.53 (school record) - 12th 100 Breast, 1:13.31 - 3rd 400 Freestyle Relay, 338.02 (school record) Jasmin Sani (10) - 12th 50 Free, 26.03 - 11th 100 Free, 56.62 - 1st 200 Freestyle Relay, 1:37.53 (school record) - 3rd 400 Freestyle Relay, 338.02 (school record) Corine Smith (10) - 12th 200 Medley Relay, 2:08.13 Akiko Tran (10) - 18th 100 Back, 1:08.68 - 12th 200 Medley Relay, 2:08.13 Elizabeth Watkins (9) - 12th 200 Medley Relay, 2:08.13 |
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Lady Jacket Soccer Updates
Tonight the Lady Jackets personified JFND! If you were not at the soccer field tonight, you missed an inspirational moment of greatness! I have never been more proud of a group of girls! We were down 2 goals in the first half to a powerhouse team, and the girls dug down deep and came together to show what it means to be Jackets. With 40 minutes of soccer left, the ladies stepped on the field determined. They found their first spark when sophomore Katie Givens hit a long shot into the back of the net beating the keeper. Fighting back, freshman Lauren Baker finished a shot bouncing around in goal. All tied up, the ladies had to fight off a powerful offensive attack. Once again, the defense stood strong and the midfield put the ball at the feet of Baker again and let her go to work! And work she did! T minus 60 seconds to go and the Lady Jackets scored their 3rd goal of the half to take the lead. With the clock winding down, the ladies stayed strong and kept their composure for the "come from behind"upset. It was a great night of soccer! So proud of this team the way they support and push each other! Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success. And success it was!!! The JV game vs Sachse was cancelled last night due to a power outage. The jackets were coming back from a 2-0 deficit just as the lights went out.
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RHS District 8-6A Wrestling Results
Rockwall High School earned runner-up honors at the UIL District 8-6A Wrestling Championships held at Plano East High School. Fourteen Yellow Jacket varsity wrestlers competed, all placing in the top 5, qualifying for the UIL Region 2-6A Wrestling Championships next weekend at Allen High School. Rockwall had 6 wrestlers in the District Finals, with senior Andrew Hyde and freshman Jackie Mote both claiming championships. Everett Weddle, Jonathan Jonas, James Taylor, and Heath Terry all earned district runner-up medals. Brandon Smith and Alex Baker both won their Consolation Championship bouts to earn 3rd place. Chase Howerton, Jonah Ramos, David Roland, and Ty Thomas placed 4th and Bailey Berryhill captured fifth. In the Junior Varsity District 8-6A action, Kade McMahon, Fernando Oliveraz, and Josh Gray all earned championships while Chris Rendon and Tyler Tirevold placed second. Full results for the Varsity and Junior Varsity are attached. 
Photo from RHS Wrestling Senior Night (Photo by Bill Carter)
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Lady Jacket Basketball Senior Night
Jacket Nation, tomorrow night, February 6th, your Lady Jackets Basketball team will be hosting Tyler Lee for their final home game of the season. This will be a very big game for the Lady Jackets as we are currently in a 3-way tie for first. We will also be honoring 7 special young women this night who have been apart of the Lady Jacket basketball program for 4 years. We will honor these seniors at the conclusion of the JV game, around 6:45 pm. If you can, please come out and celebrate these young women and then support them in a big game vs. Tyler Lee. Thank you for all you do for Lady Jacket Basketball!! Come Early, Be Loud, and Wear Orange!! Thanks, Kasie Brewer - RHS Head Girls Basketball |
Caleb Meyers on P-Bars
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Rockwall Men's Gymnastics Results
The guys competed last night at the Chisholm Trail Invite. They finished in 2nd place barely a point below 1st place. Results are below: Team (8 teams competed, top 4 recognized):
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Rockwall Wrestling hosted the Jacket Junior Varsity Classic on Saturday, January 31st
The Jacket wrestlers earned the team championship, out scoring 16 other teams. Rockwall placed 9 wrestlers in the finals, winning 8 individual championships to go along with their team title! Rockwall scored 223.50 total team points to out distance Arlington Martin who scored 144.50 for second place and Plano took third with 126.00 points. Great Work Jacket Wrestlers!!! “Jacket Junior Varsity Classic" Invitational Results: Junior Varsity Placers
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Yellowjacks at District 11-6A Swimming & Diving Championships
This past Friday & Saturday, January 24th, the Yellowjackets and Lady Jackets competed in the District 11-6A Swimming & Diving Championships. Coach Paul Wallace said "We've had our challenges this season. But, this group of athletes has persevered and is positioned to do great things in the coming weeks as we finish out our season. I'd also like to congratulate our seniors this year, Kelsey Boyd, Noah Day, Raena Eldridge, Jordan Hummingbird, and Evan Scown. It has been a pleasure to coach them over the past four years."
Team Results: Boys 1st Place, Girls 2nd Place
Individual Honors:
This past Friday & Saturday, January 24th, the Yellowjackets and Lady Jackets competed in the District 11-6A Swimming & Diving Championships. Coach Paul Wallace said "We've had our challenges this season. But, this group of athletes has persevered and is positioned to do great things in the coming weeks as we finish out our season. I'd also like to congratulate our seniors this year, Kelsey Boyd, Noah Day, Raena Eldridge, Jordan Hummingbird, and Evan Scown. It has been a pleasure to coach them over the past four years."
Team Results: Boys 1st Place, Girls 2nd Place
Individual Honors:
- Amanda Armstrong: Girl swimmer of the met
- Evan Scown: Boy diver of the meet
- Paul Wallace: Boy's coach of the meet
- Jean Russell: Boy's Diving coach of the meet
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The following RHS swimmers earned spots on the medal podium for the championships:
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The following RHS swimmers advanced to the Region 3-6A Championships on Friday/Saturday February 6-7 at the Rockwall ISD Aquatics Center:
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RHS Boys Team Champs
RHS Swimmer Noah Day (Photo by Jeff Little)
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RHS Boys and Girls Teams
RHS Swimmer Mitchell Eldridge (Photo by Jeff Little)
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Lady Jackets Basketball Sweep the Patriots
The Lady Jackets traveled to Lakeview Centennial and left with wins. Freshman A won 71-31 and our JV team won 49-16. The Varsity team won a close one 52-42. Senior Sara Williamson had 26 points. Senior Jayley Ramirez and Sophomore Madison Wheeler each had 6 points, Senior Mandi McMillan had 5 points, Senior Rachel Farrow had 3 points and Sophomore Haley Hicks and Seniors Krystal Contreras and Cassie Ross each contributed 2 each.
The Lady Jackets are still in a tie for first, but now just with Sachse and we have avenged our only district loss. We will travel to Naaman Forest Tuesday then host another huge and important game on Friday vs. Sachse, whom we are tied with. Thank you for packing the stands tonight!
The Lady Jackets traveled to Lakeview Centennial and left with wins. Freshman A won 71-31 and our JV team won 49-16. The Varsity team won a close one 52-42. Senior Sara Williamson had 26 points. Senior Jayley Ramirez and Sophomore Madison Wheeler each had 6 points, Senior Mandi McMillan had 5 points, Senior Rachel Farrow had 3 points and Sophomore Haley Hicks and Seniors Krystal Contreras and Cassie Ross each contributed 2 each.
The Lady Jackets are still in a tie for first, but now just with Sachse and we have avenged our only district loss. We will travel to Naaman Forest Tuesday then host another huge and important game on Friday vs. Sachse, whom we are tied with. Thank you for packing the stands tonight!
Boys Basketball News
Friday night the boys basketball teams hosted Lakeview Centennial in district play. The Freshmen B team lost a close one 41-45, and the Freshmen A team dominated 85-46. The JV won at the buzzer 68-67 with Ian Bentley hitting the winning shot, and Josh Shepperd added 25 more points. The Varsity lost 56-77 with Austin Grandstaff leading the way with 20 points, Cameron Schmucker had 12 points and 11 rebounds, and Daniel Smith added another 10 points. The boys play at home on Tuesday night against Naaman Forest. Thanks for your continued support.
Friday night the boys basketball teams hosted Lakeview Centennial in district play. The Freshmen B team lost a close one 41-45, and the Freshmen A team dominated 85-46. The JV won at the buzzer 68-67 with Ian Bentley hitting the winning shot, and Josh Shepperd added 25 more points. The Varsity lost 56-77 with Austin Grandstaff leading the way with 20 points, Cameron Schmucker had 12 points and 11 rebounds, and Daniel Smith added another 10 points. The boys play at home on Tuesday night against Naaman Forest. Thanks for your continued support.
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Jacket Boys Hoops Sweep North Garland
The Jackets traveled Tuesday night to North Garland to battle the Raiders. The Freshman B team won 41-21 and the Freshman A team finished up 56-31 with a win. The JV won convincingly 80-61, and the Varsity had an exciting win 55-54. Daniel Smith led with 13 points and Blake Kindred added 10 with a thunderous dunk. Seven other Jackets also scored to help in the team victory. We play Lakeview at home on Friday night and if you don't want to make dinner Wednesday night, make sure you come out to Raising Cane's Wednesday night to support our basketball program. Make sure you leave the receipt at the counter. Thanks in advance for your support. |
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Rockwall Claims First at Richardson Invitational
The girls competed at the Richardson Invitational Friday and the results are as follows:
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Boys Soccer win 3rd Place in Rockwall Invitational Soccer tournament
The Rockwall Invitational Soccer tournament ended Saturday afternoon with JJ. Pearce taking the Champions trophy. Royse City were Runners up and your Yellowjackets won the third place trophy with a 1 nil win against Sulphur Springs. The boys continue to get better every game. Our last pre-district game is on Tuesday against Lake Highlands. Please come out and support the Jackets!
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2015 RHS Invitational Tournament - 3rd Place
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Lady Jackets Hoops Sweeps North Garland
North Garland visited Rockwall tonight and left disappointed. The Freshman A team won 61-16 and the JV team won 59-31. Our Varsity team won 79-23. Senior Mandi McMillan and Sophomore Madison Wheeler each had 13 points, Senior Krystal Contreras had 12 points. Sophomore Cathryn Deshong had 9 points and Senior Rachel Farrow and Sophomore Mya Culiver each had 8. Sophomore Haley Hicks had 7 points and Senior Sara Williamson had 4, Senior Cassie Ross had 3, and Senior Nicole Smith had 2 points. We are still (for sure) tied with Lakeview Centennial at 7-1 for District Champs and we will travel to Lakeview Centennial on Friday at 7 p.m. Please come out and support as we will need your help to take down Lakeview Centennial. Come Early, Be Loud, Wear Orange! JFND! |
Jackets Basketball take on the Garland Owls
Friday night the Jackets traveled to Garland to play the Owls. The Freshman B team won an exciting victory 48-35, and the Freshman A team ran a track meet with a 90-79 win. The JV also won 60-31, and the Varsity lost a close game 57-52 with Sheridan Bee leading the way with 13 points, Blake Kindred and Travis Lewis added 10 each. Travis Lewis and Cameron Schmucker each added 7 rebounds a piece. The Jackets travel to North Garland on Tuesday. Thanks for the support and see you Tuesday. #JFND
Friday night the Jackets traveled to Garland to play the Owls. The Freshman B team won an exciting victory 48-35, and the Freshman A team ran a track meet with a 90-79 win. The JV also won 60-31, and the Varsity lost a close game 57-52 with Sheridan Bee leading the way with 13 points, Blake Kindred and Travis Lewis added 10 each. Travis Lewis and Cameron Schmucker each added 7 rebounds a piece. The Jackets travel to North Garland on Tuesday. Thanks for the support and see you Tuesday. #JFND
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Lady Jackets Soccer Tournament Updates
On Tuesday, January 6th, the JV2 team, our first in school history, traveled to Hebron to play. It was a rough start for the inaugural team, but it was great to see the kids' hard work come to fruition! They were not victorious, but they were successful! Sophomores, Zully Zavala and Zola Bell, stood out as team leaders in the game. Zully was a defensive wall stopping anyone that got in her way, and Zola worked hard up front and had some great breakaways and good shots on goal On Thursday, January 8th, the JV1 and Varsity teams took the field in Mesquite and Highland Park, respectively. The JV played HP in the first game and fell short 1-0, but the ladies played hard, even dominating the field in the first half. Freshmen, Sabrina Calderon and Mackie Welch, were standouts in the game, dominating in the offense and goal, respectively. The varsity had a bit more of a struggle on Thursday against Austin's Lake Travis. Katie Givens scored a header off a Makaela de Laura corner kick, but the offense was unable to find the back of the net again. On Friday, January 9th, both teams hit the field again. This time the JV took on the host team Mesquite HS. The Lady Jackets dominated the game winning 5-2 with freshman, Macey Shipman, scoring a hat trick (for those not familiar with the phrase- she scored 3 goals. Sabrina Calderon scored a goal in the waning seconds of the game to help seal the deal! The varsity started off on a roll in their second game of the tournament with a goal from sophomore Nicole Pugsley off a corner kick. Then a few minutes later, Givens added her second goal of the tournament off a direct kick. Unfortunately, the ladies were unable to hold on to the lead, losing in the end 2-3. The girls came away with some very valuable information from the loss, and they were ready to apply it to the last team on Saturday. Friday evening, the JV2 team was back in action; this time against, South Grand Prairie. The loss from Tuesday, still on their minds, the ladies wanted to see improvements in their game and they did. SGP scored an amazing goal to open up the game. The Lady Jackets gave up one more goal the rest of the game, but were unable to reach the back of the net themselves. However, at the end of the game, and without allowing a goal in the 2nd half, the ladies were very proud of the strides they had made in such a short time. |
2014-15 Lady Jackets Soccer Teams
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2015 Annual Mesquite JV Tournament - 3rd Place
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On to Saturday, January 10th, the varsity Lady Jackets took on their final opponent of the weekend. With their first victory on their minds, the ladies fought a hard battle against a very strong program who was in the final four of the state tournament just two years ago. The ladies determined to put together all they had learned from the first two games, got the game winning goal from freshman, Lauren Baker. Both goalkeepers, Sydney Smith and Kristina Patterson also recorded their first shutout of the new season! While closer to home, the JV jackets were looking to advance to a hardware game if they could beat Lake Highlands; THEY DID! And on to North Mesquite. The score was 0-0 in the second half when North Mesquite got a breakaway and took the lead with 12 minutes left in the game. The ladies were not ready to accept this, so junior Erin Buttitta took control and put the ball in the back of the net beating the NM keeper to tie up the game. The game ended in a tie, so the Lady Jackets went to penalty kicks! Needless to say, JFND was in action, and the ladies left Mesquite with a 3rd Place trophy. |
RHS Wrestling Results vs. Arlington Martin
The RHS Wresting Teams traveled to Arlington Martin on Thursday to participate in their matches. Arlington Martin HS the State Dual Team Runner-Up from last weekend were great hosts during a difficult week in their school community. Both lineups were missing key wrestlers and they had few junior varsity competitors.
The RHS Wresting Teams traveled to Arlington Martin on Thursday to participate in their matches. Arlington Martin HS the State Dual Team Runner-Up from last weekend were great hosts during a difficult week in their school community. Both lineups were missing key wrestlers and they had few junior varsity competitors.
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Rockwall Yellow Jackets 18 vs. Arlington Martin 48
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Rockwall JV Yellow Jackets vs. Arlington Martin
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We travel to Lake Highlands for a Tri-Meet Saturday and then to St. Marks School of Texas for a dual on Wednesday, featuring our middle school wrestlers.
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Lady Jackets host Garland
The Lady Jackets swept the Lady Owls on Friday night. Freshman A won 41-18 and JV a won 46-36.
Varsity won 61-25. Senior Sara Williamson had 22 points with 3 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Sophomore Haley Hicks was 50% from behind the arc with 1 steal. Senior Mandi McMillan had Sophomore Madison Wheeler had 8 points each. Senior Mandi McMillan had 12 rebounds, and 1 assist. Senior Jayley Ramirez had 6 points and Senior Krystal Contreras had 12 points and Senior Nicole Smith contributed 2 points.
The Lady Jackets will host North Garland and then travel look to even the score between our only district loss, Lakeview Centennial. Come Early, Be Loud, Wear Orange!!!!! JFND!
The Lady Jackets swept the Lady Owls on Friday night. Freshman A won 41-18 and JV a won 46-36.
Varsity won 61-25. Senior Sara Williamson had 22 points with 3 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Sophomore Haley Hicks was 50% from behind the arc with 1 steal. Senior Mandi McMillan had Sophomore Madison Wheeler had 8 points each. Senior Mandi McMillan had 12 rebounds, and 1 assist. Senior Jayley Ramirez had 6 points and Senior Krystal Contreras had 12 points and Senior Nicole Smith contributed 2 points.
The Lady Jackets will host North Garland and then travel look to even the score between our only district loss, Lakeview Centennial. Come Early, Be Loud, Wear Orange!!!!! JFND!
#1 Austin Grandstaff
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#1 Austin Grandstaff
McDonald's High School Basketball All American News
Congratulations to Rockwall HS basketball players Austin Grandstaff and Sara Williamson for being nominated to participate in the 2015 McDonald's All American games. This year marks the 38th Anniversary of the McDonald’s All American Boys Game and the 14th Anniversary of the Girls Game. The McDonald’s All American Games are the only democratically selected prep all-star event in the country. The nation’s top high school basketball coaches and media comprise the selection committee responsible for selecting the boys and girls rosters from a pool of more than 800 nominated high school seniors. More information at http://www.mcdonaldsallamerican.com/aag/en/home.html |
#11 Sara Williamson
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RHS JV Wrestling News
The JV wrestling team competed in the Colony Cougar Classic Junior Varsity Invitational Tournament. Another great weekend for Rockwall Wrestling!
The JV wrestling team competed in the Colony Cougar Classic Junior Varsity Invitational Tournament. Another great weekend for Rockwall Wrestling!
- First Place: Chase Howerton, Kade McMahon, Tyler Tirevold, Fernando Oliveraz, Josh Gray, and Kevin Smith
- Second Place: Abednigo Sagomba
- Third Place: Jordan Floyd
- Fourth Place: Stevie Flowers, Robert Fuller, Sonny Nicolas, and Payton Wallace
- Others Competing: Jordan King, Sawyer Scott, Nolan Yeager, John Moore, Robert Scruggs, and Zach Smith
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RHS Varsity Wrestling News
The Varsity wrestling team competed in the Colony Cougar Classic Varsity Invitational Tournament. This is our 4th Tournament Championship this season! A great accomplishment for our hardworking group. Rockwall wins 1st Place with 210.50 points.
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RHS Wresting Team
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Jackets play Tyler Lee
Tuesday evening the boys basketball team played Tyler Lee at home with the Freshman B team losing 36-46. The Freshman A team cleaned up with a big 74-52 win. The JV team won 55-46 and the Varsity team came up short with a 52-42 loss. Nine different Jackets scored, with Davis Broach leading the way with 11 points. Cameron Schmucker and Sam Edwards led the Jackets with 6 rebounds each and Xavier Castillo added 4 assists. The Jackets travel to Garland High School Friday for a big game against the Owls. |
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January 13 Lady Jacket Basketball Update
The Lady Jackets were on the road tonight at Tyler Lee. The Freshman A team won 53-14 and the JV team won a nail biter (again) 34-32. Our Varsity team won 53-36. Senior Mandi McMillan had 20 points. Senior Sara Williamson had 10 points. Senior Krystal Contreras had 6, Senior Cassie Ross with 4, Senior Rachel Farrow had 3, and Sophomore Mya Culiver, Madison Wheeler and Senior Jayley Ramirez and Nicole Smith each contributed two in the defeat of the Lady Raiders. The Lady Jackets are currently in a three way tie for district with Lakeview Centennial and Sachse. We will end our first round of district with hosting Garland at home Friday night. As always, we will continue to need your support. Also, Friday night Middle School, Autograph and Club night!!! Come Early, Be Loud, Wear Orange! JFND! |
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#6 Dillon Loftis (Photo by Alice Corbin)
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RHS Soccer Claims Third at Waxahachie Tournament
The boys participated in the Waxahachie Tournament this weekend and brought home Third Place. After winning both of our games on Thursday against Ft. Worth Poly and Waco HS, we dropped a game on Friday against Macarthur. That sent us to the Third Place game against Woodrow Wilson, which we won 2-1 on goals by Jackson Padilla and Carson Hall. We will be hosting our third annual RHS Soccer Tournament this week January 15th-17th. There will be opportunities for service hours for any interested students. |
Xavier Castille and Sara Williamson
Rockwall High School Jacket Backers December “Meador Auto Athletes of the Month”
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Xavier Castille Receives “Meador Auto Yellowjacket Athlete of the Month” Award
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Xavier Castille as the “Meador Auto Yellowjacket Athlete of the Month”. Xavier, a 12th grade member of the Varsity Football Team was nominated by Coach Rodney Webb and chosen by the Jacket Backers board. Xavier had arguably the best month in the history of Rockwall football. He was named the Dallas News HS Hero of the Week for his performance in the Jesuit playoff win. His stats for the month were:
“Xavier was the heart and soul of our team this season, and his efforts during the month of November 2014 will be remembered for a LONG time in the lore of Rockwall football.” Said Coach Webb If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Eric Eldridge. |
Sara Williamson Receives “Meador Auto Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month” Award
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Sara Williamson as the “Meador Auto Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month”. Sara, a 12th grade member of the Varsity Basketball Team was nominated by Coach Kasie Brewer and chosen by the Jacket Backers board. During November, Sara was named All Tournament in the Mo Williams Allen Basketball Tournament, leading the Lady Jackets to a 6th place finish out of 32 teams. Sara averaged 18.6 points at the tournament, shooting 89% from the Free Throw line. Sara also signed her NLI with ACU during November. Sara is averaging 19 points per game, 3 Asst, 4 rebounds, and 4 steals for the entire month. She helped in leading her team to a 14 point upset victory over McKinney North earlier in the month. “Sara is a great leader who displays great character on and off the court. The hard work and heart she plays with motivates and inspires our team to be our best. She is a great kid and I am excited to continue to see her grow.” said Coach Brewer If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Eric Eldridge. |
The Lady Jackets basketball team began their 2015 season hosting Naaman Forest
The Freshman A won 65-21 and our JV won 52-29. Our Varsity won 65-28. Senior Mandi McMillan had 18 points with 5 offensive boards and 1 steal. Senior Sara Williamson had 10 points with 3 rebounds, 6 steals and 11 assists. Senior Rachel Farrow had 9 with 3 rebounds and 1 steal. Senior Krystal Contreras had 7 points with 2 assist and 3 steals. Sophomore Cathryn Deshong and Haley Hicks added 6 points a piece and Senior Jayley Ramirez had 5 and Senior Cassie Ross and Sophomore Mya Culiver each contributed 2 points.
The Lady Jackets will go to Sachse next Tuesday for a tough district match so we are in need of a fan base to tame the Mustangs at their house. We hope everyone is having a great start to 2015, the Lady Jackets sure are! JFND!
The Freshman A won 65-21 and our JV won 52-29. Our Varsity won 65-28. Senior Mandi McMillan had 18 points with 5 offensive boards and 1 steal. Senior Sara Williamson had 10 points with 3 rebounds, 6 steals and 11 assists. Senior Rachel Farrow had 9 with 3 rebounds and 1 steal. Senior Krystal Contreras had 7 points with 2 assist and 3 steals. Sophomore Cathryn Deshong and Haley Hicks added 6 points a piece and Senior Jayley Ramirez had 5 and Senior Cassie Ross and Sophomore Mya Culiver each contributed 2 points.
The Lady Jackets will go to Sachse next Tuesday for a tough district match so we are in need of a fan base to tame the Mustangs at their house. We hope everyone is having a great start to 2015, the Lady Jackets sure are! JFND!
RHS Varsity Basketball win 7th Place in Allen Tournament
The Rockwall Varsity basketball team beat Rowlett 88-72 to win 7th place at the 2014 In-N-Out Burger Allen Holiday Invitational tournament. Austin Grandstaff had a tremendous game with 53 points. For the tournament Austin averaged 42 points and made 28 three-point shots in the four games. #JFND
The Rockwall Varsity basketball team beat Rowlett 88-72 to win 7th place at the 2014 In-N-Out Burger Allen Holiday Invitational tournament. Austin Grandstaff had a tremendous game with 53 points. For the tournament Austin averaged 42 points and made 28 three-point shots in the four games. #JFND
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Rockwall JV Basketball wins the In-N-Out Burger Allen Holiday Invitational
Rockwall is the Champion of the 2014 In-N-Out Burger Allen Holiday Invitational Tournament defeating McKinney North 68-42!!! The team defeated Hebron 51-40, McKinney 59-55, and Bishop Lynch 64-52 on their way to their championship win. Great job!
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In-N-Out Burger Allen Holiday Invitational Champions
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Lady Jackets win 3rd Place in M.T. Rice Tournament
The Lady Jackets traveled to Waco, Texas and won 3rd place in the M.T. Rice Tournament on December 29 through 31. On Monday, the Lady Jackets started out 2-0 as they beat Waco Connally 53-32 and Waco High 57-29. The Lady Jackets lost a tough one to Round Rock Westwood 40-35, but came back aggressive to beat Robinson 60-56 to win 3rd place. This was our second year to leave this tournament 3-1 just shy of the championship game. Senior Sara Williamson was also chosen for the All-Tournament team. The Lady Jackets come back to a difficult upcoming district schedule as we play Naaman Forest on Friday at 6:00 and Sachse on Tuesday. We need all of our awesome fans to come out and support us. Come Early, Be Loud, Wear Orange!! JFND!!! |
Andrew Hyde (Senior) wins the Most Outstanding Wrestler Award at the Wylie High Invitational tournament.
Outstanding Wrestler Award
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Jackets Receive Texas APSE Class 6A All-State Football Team Honors
Congratulations to our Rockwall Yellowjacket players who received 2014 Texas Associated Press Sports Editors Class 6A all-state high school football team, released Thursday. Voting based on regular-season performance. Players are listed in alphabetical order at each position.Texas APSE Class 6A all-state football team honors. This is a great honor for all players and coaches within the RHS Football Program. FIRST-TEAM OFFENSE:
HONORABLE MENTION OFFENSE:
HONORABLE MENTION DEFENSE:
Read more here: http://www.star-telegram.com/news/state/texas/article4608910.html |
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Chris Warren with Coach Webb
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Chris Warren selected as one of the five nominated for the 2014 Tom Landry Award
Chris Warren with Coach Webb and Coach Moore at the 2014 Tom Landry Award Ceremony. Congratulations to #25 Chris Warren for a great season and for being being nominated for this prestigious award. |
Chris Warren with Coach Moore
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Jackets Claim 5th At Central Texas Shootout
The Rockwall Jacket Mens Golf Team competed in the Central Texas Shootout December 12-13, 2014 in Waco Texas, at the Cottonwood Creek Golf Club. All of the strong teams from UIL Region 1 and Region 2 participated. The Jacket Golf team finished 5th overall. Adam House and Daniel Gibbs Tied for 10th individually.
Players Day 1
Day 1 Total
The Rockwall Jacket Mens Golf Team competed in the Central Texas Shootout December 12-13, 2014 in Waco Texas, at the Cottonwood Creek Golf Club. All of the strong teams from UIL Region 1 and Region 2 participated. The Jacket Golf team finished 5th overall. Adam House and Daniel Gibbs Tied for 10th individually.
Players Day 1
Day 1 Total
- Adam House 75 75 150
- Daniel Gibbs 78 72 150
- Dylan Yarbrough 79 77 156
- Logan Corbin 89 85 174
- Jacob Johnson 86 81 167
- Team Total 318 305 623
RHS Varsity 1st Place St Marks
RHS Varsity Wrestling Team Champions
Your Yellowjackets participated in the St. Marks School of Texas Wrestling Invitational and had 10 finalists with 6 champions. Ty Thomas and Dante Thomas were Co-Champions at 220. Ten high school teams participated and RHS won the tournament by over 160 points outscoring the runner-up Austin Vista Ridge 355 to 193. Great job Jackets!!!
Your Yellowjackets participated in the St. Marks School of Texas Wrestling Invitational and had 10 finalists with 6 champions. Ty Thomas and Dante Thomas were Co-Champions at 220. Ten high school teams participated and RHS won the tournament by over 160 points outscoring the runner-up Austin Vista Ridge 355 to 193. Great job Jackets!!!
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RHS JV results for the St. Marks School of Texas JV Wrestling Invitational
The JV wrestling team had a great showing with 11 finalists with 6 champions.
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#26 Sam Evans (Photo by Richard Sturdevant)
#19 Tony Pecora (Photo by Richard Sturdevant)
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Jackets Receive THSCA Academic All-State Football Team Honors
Congratulations to our four Rockwall Yellowjackets Sam Evans, Tony Pecora, Andrew Phillips, and Alaric Ukeh on receiving the THSCA Academic All-State football team honors.
The full list is located at in the PDF below:
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#81 Drew Phillips (Photo by Richard Sturdevant)
#70 Alaric Ukeh (Photo by Richard Sturdevant)
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2014 Bishop Lynch Tournament Champions - Rockwall High School
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Rockwall Lady Jackets are the Bishop Lynch tournament champions
They defeated Greenhill 71 to 44 to take home the championship trophy. After a competitive first half, the lady jackets out-scored their opponents 40-18 to finish the game. Krystal Contreras shut down their best player and led in a strong defensive effort to secure the victory. Sara Williamson was named tournament MVP as she had 28 points and led the team in assists and steals. Mandi McMillan had 12 points and had a game-high seven rebounds. Jayley Ramirez and Rachel Farrow added 9 points each, and Rachel Farrow was nominated to the all-tournament team. The lady jackets wish to continue with the momentum as they face Mesquite Poteet at home Tuesday and begin district play at North Garland on Friday night. JFND! |
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Varsity RHS Wrestling Team defeats Lovejoy 62-10
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JV RHS Jackets vs Lovejoy Wrestling Results:
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Josh Newman and Chloe Phillips
Rockwall High School Jacket Backers November “Meador Auto Athletes of the Month”
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Josh Newman Receives “Meador Auto Yellowjacket Athlete of the Month” Award
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Josh Newman as the “Meador Auto Yellowjacket Athlete of the Month”. Josh, a 12th grade member of the Varsity Tennis Team was nominated by Coach Lana Fulkerson and chosen by the Jacket Backers board. Josh has been apart of the Varsity tennis team since the Spring of his 9th grade year. He has worked very hard over the past four years to not only increase his ranking on the Tennis team but his ranking in Texas as well. He is Rockwall’s number 1 boys singles player as well as the number 1 doubles team in our line up. He is the Team Captain and has done an amazing job with our young team. Josh went undefeated in singles and in doubles during District Play. His overall singles record for the season is 13-3 and in doubles it was 13-2. If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Eric Eldridge. |
Chloe Phillips Receives “Meador Auto Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month” Award
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Chloe Phillips as the “Meador Auto Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month”. Chloe, a 12th grade member of the Varsity Volleyball Team was nominated by Coach Damon Wilson and chosen by the Jacket Backers board. During October, Chloe led the volleyball team with key aces and defensive plays in their 3 game sweep of Rowlett to move Rockwall back into a tie for first place in district 11-6A. She had 12 digs and 4 aces on the night and passed with a rating of 2.2. “Chloe is the glue that holds our team together out on the court. She is a gamer and a great competitor.” said Coach Wilson If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Eric Eldridge. |
Rockwall Men’s Gymnastics Finishes Second At Bell Invitational
The Men's Gymnastics team competed in their first meet of the season on Friday night at the Bell Invitational in Bedford, TX. Our team finished in 2nd place. The results are below. Our next meet is this Thursday against Highland Park here at Rockwall High School.
TEAM: (8 teams)
INDIVIDUAL: (80 individuals)
The Men's Gymnastics team competed in their first meet of the season on Friday night at the Bell Invitational in Bedford, TX. Our team finished in 2nd place. The results are below. Our next meet is this Thursday against Highland Park here at Rockwall High School.
TEAM: (8 teams)
- 1st - 170.0 Trinity
- 2nd - 169.6 Rockwall
- 3rd - 167.1 Lakeview
- 4th - 156.0 Heath
- 5th - 155.5 Bell
- 6th - 148.3 Highland Park
- 7th - 113.3 Garland
- 8th - 94.6 Grapevine
INDIVIDUAL: (80 individuals)
- Bryce Singer: 6th all around, 9th on pommel horse, 6th on rings, 5th on P-bars, 1st on high bar
- Adam Alford: 7th all around, 1st on floor, 2nd on p-bars, 2nd on high bar
- Caleb Meyers: 8th all around, 2nd on rings, 5th on p-bars, 10th on high bar
- Mckay Larman: 9th all around
- Jake Hodges: 10th on rings
- Zach Dougal: 4th on pommel horse
- Jarod Delgleize: 7th on pommel horse
Lady Jacket Basketball in Finals at Bishop Lynch Tournament
Friday evening the Varsity Lady Jackets defeated Woodrow Wilson 66-35 in the semi-final round of the Bishop Lynch Tournament. Rachel Farrow continued her shooting streak by hitting seven 3's and scoring 24 points total. Sophomore Madison Wheeler had 15 points while grabbing seven rebounds. Sara Williamson chipped in eight points, with six rebounds and eight assists. Cathryn Deshong was a beast on the boards, grabbing 15 rebounds. Overall it was another great team effort.
Tonight, we play Greenhill in the CHAMPIONSHIP GAME at Bishop Lynch High School at 7:30 pm. If you are looking for something to do on a Saturday night, it is just down the road from Rockwall, and we would love to have a large, loud, orange crowd! These girls have been playing some good basketball, and they would appreciate your support!
Overall, it has been a good couple of days for our teams. The Lady Jacket freshman A team lost a tough one to Duncanville and is playing for 3rd place, and the freshman b team is competing for a consolation championship in the Skyline tournament. Our JV team is facing Royse City for the consolation championship in the Royse City tournament.
Friday evening the Varsity Lady Jackets defeated Woodrow Wilson 66-35 in the semi-final round of the Bishop Lynch Tournament. Rachel Farrow continued her shooting streak by hitting seven 3's and scoring 24 points total. Sophomore Madison Wheeler had 15 points while grabbing seven rebounds. Sara Williamson chipped in eight points, with six rebounds and eight assists. Cathryn Deshong was a beast on the boards, grabbing 15 rebounds. Overall it was another great team effort.
Tonight, we play Greenhill in the CHAMPIONSHIP GAME at Bishop Lynch High School at 7:30 pm. If you are looking for something to do on a Saturday night, it is just down the road from Rockwall, and we would love to have a large, loud, orange crowd! These girls have been playing some good basketball, and they would appreciate your support!
Overall, it has been a good couple of days for our teams. The Lady Jacket freshman A team lost a tough one to Duncanville and is playing for 3rd place, and the freshman b team is competing for a consolation championship in the Skyline tournament. Our JV team is facing Royse City for the consolation championship in the Royse City tournament.
Boys Basketball Friday Update
Your Rockwall Yellowjackets traveled to Frisco Lonestar to compete. They came out of a close battle with a big win 71-70. Austin Grandstaff led the way with 19 points, Cameron Schmucker had 15, and Joseph Williams and Daniel Smith added 10 points each. Come out and support your Jackets this next week as they compete in the Forney Tournament Thursday through Saturday.
Your Rockwall Yellowjackets traveled to Frisco Lonestar to compete. They came out of a close battle with a big win 71-70. Austin Grandstaff led the way with 19 points, Cameron Schmucker had 15, and Joseph Williams and Daniel Smith added 10 points each. Come out and support your Jackets this next week as they compete in the Forney Tournament Thursday through Saturday.
2014-15 RHS Football Team (Photo by Bill Carter)
2014 Rockwall Yellowjackets 11-6A All-District Team: Congratulations to ALL of our Rockwall Yellowjackets!
Superlative Awards
1st Team Offense
1st Team Defense
2nd Team Offense
2nd Team Defense
Superlative Awards
- MVP - Xavier Castille (Rockwall Senior)
- Offensive MVP - Chris Warren (Rockwall Senior)
- Staff Of The Year - (Rockwall and Rowlett)
1st Team Offense
- Quarterback - Will Reed (Rockwall Junior)
- Receivers - Jay Galloway (Rockwall Senior)
- Fullback/Half Back - Luke Termin (Rockwall Senior)
- Offensive Line - Holden Harper (Rockwall Senior)
- Offensive Line - Will Morris (Rockwall Senior)
- Kicker - Tony Pecora (Rockwall Senior)
1st Team Defense
- Defensive Tackle - Kenneth Tobias (Rockwall Junior)
- Defensive Tackle - Jaylen Veasley (Rockwall Senior)
- Defensive End - Luke Termin (Rockwall Junior)
- Inside Linebacker - Ty Thomas (Rockwall Senior)
- Outside Linebacker - Demetre Cooks (Rockwall Senior)
- Safety - James Taylor (Rockwall Junior)
- Cornerback - Tamba Juanah (Rockwall Junior)
2nd Team Offense
- Receivers - Wyatt Miller (Rockwall Senior)
- Kick Returner - Sam Crawford (Rockwall Sophomore)
2nd Team Defense
- Defensive End - Dante Thomas (Rockwall Senior)
- Safety - Caleb Broach (Rockwall Junior)
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Jackets Boys Basketball Update
Tuesday night the boys basketball teams traveled to Allen to battle the Eagles. The Freshman B team lost a tough battle and the Freshman A team won from behind in a 67-63 thriller. The JV lost 86-48 and the Varsity dropped their battle 66-50. The Varsity boys play again Friday Dec. 5th at Frisco Lonestar. The Freshman and JV teams will be playing in the Royse City Tournament Thursday through Saturday this week. Thanks to all those who came out to support the Jackets. |
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Lady Jackets Basketball Update
The RHS Varsity Lady Jackets competed in the Bishop Lynch Dallas Classic Basketball Tournament and won their first round game by beating Ursuline 56 to 38. It was a great team effort. Leading scorer was Rachel Farrow who hit 5 3’s finishing the game with 15 points. Sara Williamson had 11 points, 9 assists, and 6 rebounds. Krystal Contreras chipped in 10 points and had 5 rebounds, while Mandi McMillan added 7 points and 10 rebounds, and Jayley Ramirez had 6 points and 7 rebounds. Tomorrow night the lady jackets will play Woodrow Wilson at 8:30. Our JV teams lost two tough games in the Royse City tournament, and our Freshman A team had a 54-7 victory over A+ academy in the Dallas Skyline Freshman tournament. All teams will continue their tournament action tomorrow and Saturday. |
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Rockwall Lady Jackets Basketball sweep the Mesquite Skeeters
Our Varsity team squished the Skeeters 60-35. Senior Sara Williamson had 24 points, 2 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals and 1 block. Sophomore Haley Hicks had 14 as she went 50% from behind the arc with 3 rebounds. Senior Krystal Contreras had 6 points with 1 assist. Senior Rachel Farrow and Sophomore Cathryn Deshong each had 5 points and Senior Jayley Ramirez had 2 points.
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Rockwall's fourth quarter heroics fall short to Spring Westfield, 43-38
GEORGETOWN — Xavier Castille did a little bit of everything, but Rockwall still fell to Spring Westfield 43-38 in the Class 6A, Division II, Region II semifinals. The senior wide receiver caught 14 passes for 128 yards, ran for 88 yards on 14 carries and scored a potential game-winning touchdown on a trick play with 7:28 remaining.
Castille took a direct snap and fired a backward pass to quarterback Will Reed, who was lined up as a wide receiver. Reed then waited and fired a pass back to Castille, who followed a legion of blockers on his way to a 31-yard touchdown.
Spring Westfield countered with Tyrie Cleveland’s 72-yard game-winning touchdown reception with 2:38 remaining.
Rockwall’s undefeated season came to an end, while Spring Westfield will play rival Spring in the regional final.
Spring Westfield was the better team late in both halves and Rockwall saw a lead quickly evaporate late in the second quarter.
Jacob Viquez had given Rockwall a 24-14 lead on a 28-yard field goal with 3:45 remaining in the second quarter before Spring Westfield went to work.
Rockwall attempted an onside kick after the field goal and Spring Westfield promptly drove 61 yards in six plays, reaching the end zone on a 27-yard touchdown pass from Dillon Sterling-Cole to Eric Pouncy with 2:14 left in the half.
Jeremy Edwards snagged an interception for Spring Westfield on the ensuing possession and returned it to the 21-yard line.
Two plays later, Sterling-Cole found Pouncy again to give the Broncos their first lead of the game, 27-24.
Spring Westfield then added an insurance touchdown after bad snap by Rockwall was recovered at the 11-yard line by defensive lineman Malcolm Willis.
Sterling-Cole then tossed his fourth touchdown pass of the quarter, this time an 8-yard strike to Steven McGrough.
Dallas Morning News-Sports Day HS
By Sean Shapiro, Special Contributor
Published: 29 November 2014 07:08 PM
GEORGETOWN — Xavier Castille did a little bit of everything, but Rockwall still fell to Spring Westfield 43-38 in the Class 6A, Division II, Region II semifinals. The senior wide receiver caught 14 passes for 128 yards, ran for 88 yards on 14 carries and scored a potential game-winning touchdown on a trick play with 7:28 remaining.
Castille took a direct snap and fired a backward pass to quarterback Will Reed, who was lined up as a wide receiver. Reed then waited and fired a pass back to Castille, who followed a legion of blockers on his way to a 31-yard touchdown.
Spring Westfield countered with Tyrie Cleveland’s 72-yard game-winning touchdown reception with 2:38 remaining.
Rockwall’s undefeated season came to an end, while Spring Westfield will play rival Spring in the regional final.
Spring Westfield was the better team late in both halves and Rockwall saw a lead quickly evaporate late in the second quarter.
Jacob Viquez had given Rockwall a 24-14 lead on a 28-yard field goal with 3:45 remaining in the second quarter before Spring Westfield went to work.
Rockwall attempted an onside kick after the field goal and Spring Westfield promptly drove 61 yards in six plays, reaching the end zone on a 27-yard touchdown pass from Dillon Sterling-Cole to Eric Pouncy with 2:14 left in the half.
Jeremy Edwards snagged an interception for Spring Westfield on the ensuing possession and returned it to the 21-yard line.
Two plays later, Sterling-Cole found Pouncy again to give the Broncos their first lead of the game, 27-24.
Spring Westfield then added an insurance touchdown after bad snap by Rockwall was recovered at the 11-yard line by defensive lineman Malcolm Willis.
Sterling-Cole then tossed his fourth touchdown pass of the quarter, this time an 8-yard strike to Steven McGrough.
Dallas Morning News-Sports Day HS
By Sean Shapiro, Special Contributor
Published: 29 November 2014 07:08 PM
#2 Xavier Castille and #11 Luke Termin against Jesuit (Photo by Bill Ccarter)
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Xavier Castille wins the Dallas Morning News SportsDayHS Hero Award
Xavier Castille wins the Week-13 SportsDayHS Hero Award for his huge game against Jesuit in the area round of the playoffs. The Hero Award is a fan-generated poll. Thanks to the entire Jacket Nation for ALL of your votes. JFND! |
Xavier Castille nominated for the Mr. Texas Football Player of the Week
Yellowjackets’ Xavier Castille has once again been nominated for the Mr. Texas Football Player of the Week award, presented by Dave Campbell’s Texas Football and the AdvoCare V100 Texas Bowl.
Xavier is one of ten nominees for the weekly statewide award, which is 100% decided by fan voting. The poll, located at www.texasfootball.com closes Friday at noon.
Yellowjackets’ Xavier Castille has once again been nominated for the Mr. Texas Football Player of the Week award, presented by Dave Campbell’s Texas Football and the AdvoCare V100 Texas Bowl.
Xavier is one of ten nominees for the weekly statewide award, which is 100% decided by fan voting. The poll, located at www.texasfootball.com closes Friday at noon.
2014 RHS Yellowjackets (Photo by Bill Carter)
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Yellowjackets Are District Area Champions
SNAPSHOT: Rockwall 48, Jesuit 27 WYLIE — With 2,000-yard rusher Chris Warren watching from the sideline, the Rockwall Yellowjackets needed a boost in Saturday’s playoff rematch with Jesuit. Enter Xavier Castille. The senior play-maker accounted for more than 300 yards and four total touchdowns while also intercepting two passes on the defensive side, spearheading the Jackets’ 48-27 Class 6A Division II area playoff win over the Rangers at Wylie Stadium. Jesuit (8-4) actually led by a 20-19 count at halftime, but Rockwall (12-0) scored four second-half touchdowns and outscored the Rangers 28-7 over the final two quarters to avenge last year’s loss to Jesuit in the same round. The Jackets advance to the Class 6A Division II semifinals next week to face either Pflugerville Hendrickson or Spring Westfield. Castille scored on a 45-yard catch and 34-yard run in the first half, but put the Jackets ahaead for good in the third period with a 69-yard run, after catching a 75-yard touchdown pass on the first play of the second half. Castille finished the game with 172 yards on seven catches and 135 rushing yards on seven carries. Will Reed passed for 211 yards and three scores, while Tamba Juanah (26-109) and A.J. Blacknall (110 yards, 2 TDs) gave Rockwall three rushers with more than 100 yards. Jesuit quarterback Bo Schneider completed 29-of-52 passes for 469 yards and three touchdowns, but was picked off three times after throwing just five total interceptions prior to Saturday. Rockwall Herald-Banner By Cliff Gibson — Herald-Banner Staff Published:Saturday, November 22, 2014 4:05 pm |
RHHS Invitational Wrestling Varsity Results Saturday, November 22, 2014
Team finishes in 5th place out of 16 varsity teams, wrestling only 9 weights out of 14
Team finishes in 5th place out of 16 varsity teams, wrestling only 9 weights out of 14
- 1st Place: Brandon Smith, Andrew Hyde
- 2nd Place: Anthony Guidino
- 3rd Place: Jonathan Jonas, Heath Terry, Jackie Mote (girls varsity division)
- Others Competing: Alex Moore, Kade McMahon, Alex Baker, Fernando Olivarez
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RHHS Invitational Wrestling JV Results Friday, November 21, 2014
- 1st Place: Chase Howerton, James Brimage, Chris Rendon, Everett Weddle
- 2nd Place: Stevie Flowers, Jordan King, Isaac Wise, Ben McCrillis, Kevin Smith
- 3rd Place: Jared Pugh, Bailey Berryhill, Robert Scruggs
- 4th Place: Abednigo Sagomba, Cole Castenda, Peyton Wallace, Sonny Nichols
- Others Competing: Dallas Noeller, Dylan Young, Will Troup, John Moore
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Sani, Maxwel, Eldridge, and Armstrong (Photo by Noah Day)
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RHS Swimmers Stand Out at North Texas TISCA Invitational
The Rockwall High School swimming team sent 9 swimmers to this year's North Texas TISCA Invitational meet in the new Lewisville ISD Westside Aquatics Center. Seventy-one schools from across Texas were represented at what is the largest and fastest high school swim meet in Texas every fall. RHS boys finished 13th with 39 points. Representing the Rockwall HS Boys swim team were Ethan Dupre (10), Mitchell Eldridge (11), Braxton Harbin (10), Dean Manasco (10), and William Rapp (12). Representing the Rockwall HS Girls Swim Team were Amanda Armstrong (9), Raena Eldridge (12), Kayla Maxwell (10), and Jasmin Sani (10). RHS girls finished 8th with 112 points. The Lady Jacket swimmers set 3 new school records at the meet starting with the girls 200 Freestyle relay of Armstrong, Sani, Maxwell, and Eldridge swimming a time of 1:38.52, finishing 2nd behind defending state champion Austin Westlake and one spot ahead of defending state runner-up Southlake. Three-time All-American Raena Eldridge set a new school record in the 200 Freestyle finishing 4th with a time of 1:52.18 shaving over 3 seconds off the old mark. Raena also set a new school record in the 100 Freestyle with a time of 51.19 which was over 2-seconds faster than the old record also held by Eldridge. RHS had 2 swimmers qualify for the finals of the 50 yard freestyle with Raena Eldridge beating Kate Boyer of Highland Park by 1/100th of a second for the win with a time of 23.40. Amanda Armstrong took 6th with a time of 24.21. Armstrong also finished 11th in the 100 Freestyle with a time of 53.81. On the boys side, All-American William Rapp final-ed in both of his events finishing 5th in the 200 Freestyle with a time of 1:43.63 and 8th in the 500 freestyle with a time of 4:46.37. The Yellowjacket boys also finished 14th in the 200 Medley Relay with Ethan Dupre at backstroke, Dean Manasco at Breast, Mitchell Eldridge at Fly, and William Rapp at Freestyle. The same four boys also finished 13th in the 400 Freestyle relay. |
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Lady Jackets Basketball Finishes 6th in Allen Tournament
The Lady Jackets squared off against some of the state's best teams in the Allen tournament and ended up finishing sixth in the 32 team bracket, going 3-2. Saturday morning they defeated Bishop Lynch 47-32, and then lost a tough one to Arlington Bowie 44-55. Sara Williamson was rewarded for her effort and was named to the all-tournament team. Thanks to all who supported and congrats to our Rockwall football team who remained undefeated in their playoff win. #jfnd |
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Yellowjackets Are Bi-District Champions for Second Year
The Rockwall Football Yellowjackets defeated a very solid Copperas Cove team last Saturday at Baylor’s McLane Stadium to advance to the Area Round of the 2014 UIL State Football Playoffs. The Jackets won 70-42 on a balanced attack and a strong second half performance. The Jackets take on Dallas Jesuit at 1:00 pm on Saturday at Wylie HS Stadium in a rematch of last year’s area round game. |
Chris Warren #15 (Photo by Terry Cookston)
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US Army All-American Jersey Presentation for Chris Warren
Representatives from the US Army stopped by Rockwall High School on Thursday, November 13 to present Rockwall football player Chris Warren with his jersey for the US Army All American Bowl All-Star Game, which will be held in San Antonio on January 3, 2015. This is the first time Rockwall High School has had a football player invited to participate in a national all-star game such as this one, and it is an extreme honor for Chris. Posted by Chris Curtis RISD Athletics, Sports Marketing Department 972-771-0605 ext 7527 or email at Chris.Curtis@rockwallisd.org |
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The Lady Jackets scorched the Highlanders 66-37
The Lady Jackets had their season opener as we hosted Highland Park at home. The Jackets were led by Senior Sara Williamson who had 24 points, 6 assists, 4 steals, a charge and a block. Senior Mandi McMillan had 9 with 2 rebounds. Senior Krystal Contreras had 8 points with 1 steal and a charge. Senior Rachel Farrow also had 8 with going 67% from behind the arc. Sophomore Cathryn Deshong had 6 points with 1 assist and 2 steals.
The Lady Jackets will host Lovejoy Tuesday night with Freshman game at 4:30, JV game at 6:00 and Varsity tipping off at 7:30. Come Early, Be Loud, Wear Orange! JFND! |
(Photo by Chris Curtis)
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RHS Fall Signing Event
The following athletes will be signing their letters of intent on Wednesday, November 12th at 8:15 AM in the RHS Gym. This will take place before our Faculty vs. Faculty Basketball game for charity. Congratulations!
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RHS/ RHHS/Tyler Lee Swim Meet
On Saturday, November 8th, RHS participated in a 3-team swim meet at the Rockwall ISD Aquatics Center. Participating schools were Rockwall High School, Rockwall Heath High School, and Tyler Lee High School. The meet offered a nice mid-season change-up in the events with 200s of each of the "strokes" (Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly) as well as 400 yard relays (both freestyle and medley). The meet also included a 50-yard shootout*.
Following are the event winners from RHS as well as the official meet results in PDF format. There was not any team scoring done in this meet. And, we do not have any photos for the meet.
RHS Event Winners:
* A 50 Freestyle Shootout consists of 8 heats of 50 Freestyle. The shootout begins with 9 swimmers. Following each heat, the slowest swimmer is eliminated until only one swimmer remains.
On Saturday, November 8th, RHS participated in a 3-team swim meet at the Rockwall ISD Aquatics Center. Participating schools were Rockwall High School, Rockwall Heath High School, and Tyler Lee High School. The meet offered a nice mid-season change-up in the events with 200s of each of the "strokes" (Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly) as well as 400 yard relays (both freestyle and medley). The meet also included a 50-yard shootout*.
Following are the event winners from RHS as well as the official meet results in PDF format. There was not any team scoring done in this meet. And, we do not have any photos for the meet.
RHS Event Winners:
- Boys 50 Shootout: William Rapp (12)
- Girls 50 Shootout: Raena Eldridge (12)
- Girls 200 Yard Butterfly: Jordan Hummingbird (12)
- Girls 200 yard Backstroke: Akiko Tran (10)
* A 50 Freestyle Shootout consists of 8 heats of 50 Freestyle. The shootout begins with 9 swimmers. Following each heat, the slowest swimmer is eliminated until only one swimmer remains.
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Football Yellowjackets Finish Regular Season 10-0!
The Rockwall Yellowjackets defeated a tough Garland Owls team 63-33 Friday night at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium to finish the regular season 10-0 and capture the title of District Champions in District 11-6A. It was the Jackets first district title since 2006 and the first time since 1981 that a Yellowjacket football team was undefeated in the regular season.
The Jackets were down 33-28 at halftime but came out in the second half to outscore the Owls 35-0. The Yellowjackets enter the Texas UIL State High School playoffs as the top seed from District 11-6A and will play Copperas Cove on Saturday, November 15 at noon at Baylor University McLane Stadium. Tickets are on sale now at the RHS Athletic Office.
The Rockwall Yellowjackets defeated a tough Garland Owls team 63-33 Friday night at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium to finish the regular season 10-0 and capture the title of District Champions in District 11-6A. It was the Jackets first district title since 2006 and the first time since 1981 that a Yellowjacket football team was undefeated in the regular season.
The Jackets were down 33-28 at halftime but came out in the second half to outscore the Owls 35-0. The Yellowjackets enter the Texas UIL State High School playoffs as the top seed from District 11-6A and will play Copperas Cove on Saturday, November 15 at noon at Baylor University McLane Stadium. Tickets are on sale now at the RHS Athletic Office.
- Link to Rockwall Herald Banner article: http://www.rockwallheraldbanner.com/sports/local_sports/undisputed-rockwall-caps-first-unbeaten-season-since-with-district-title/article_d326772a-6762-11e4-bf98-dbada5276cb0.html
- Link to DMN article: http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/high-schools/
Charley Conselman and Angelica Hernandez
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Student SWARM News
Student Swarm Jacket Fanatic winners sponsored by Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers for this week are Charley Conselman and Angelica Hernandez. Congratulations! |
RHS 2014 District 11-6A Champions
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Lady Jackets Season Ends At The Hands of Copperas Cove
The Lady Jackets lost to Copperas Cove in an electrifying match (23-25, 25-22, 22-25, 26-28). Every set was a battle to the very end and the Lady Jackets left it all on the floor. Rose Njoku led the team with 13 kills in a match characterized by a balanced offensive effort. Rose’s 13 kills were complimented by Bayleigh Scott’s 12, Michaela Windahl’s 11, Rachel Merkel’s 9, and Chloe Phillips’s 8. Bayleigh Scott also added 7 stuff blocks. Hannah Adams notched 54 assists while the defense was anchored by Chaney Garcia and Chloe Phillips who recorded 29 and 23 digs respectively. The Jackets finish the season with an overall record of (25-16) and a share of the District 11-6A Championship. Posted by Chris Curtis RISD Athletics, Sports Marketing Department 972-771-0605 ext 7527 or email at Chris.Curtis@rockwallisd.org |
Rockwall running back Chris Warren (25) competes during the football game between Mesquite Horn High School and Rockwall High School in Rockwall Texas, Saturday, September 13, 2014. Mike Stone/Special Contributor.
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Offensive Player of the Week (11/3): Rockwall's Chris Warren
What he did: Warren ran for 471 yards and six touchdowns on 34 carries as Rockwall defeated Tyler Lee, 61-54, and preserved its undefeated season, improving to 9-0. Warren opened the scoring with 61-yard touchdown run and added scores from 1, 3, 60, 73 and 84 yards. Who is he? A 6-2, 230-pound senior running back The stats: Warren has 178 carries on the season for 1,879 yards and 27 touchdowns. He also has 10 receptions for 167 yards and two touchdowns. Coach said it: “He’s a very humble kid, very unselfish kid. It doesn’t matter how many times he touches the ball as long as the team wins. He doesn’t just say that. He really believes it.” — Rodney Webb Did you know? Warren is rated as a four-star recruit by Rivals.com. He ranks as the third-best running back and No. 9 overall on SportsDay’s top 100 area recruits list. He listed a top six of Iowa, Oregon, Stanford, Texas, Texas Tech and Washington before the season. … His 34 carries are the most that he’s had all season. BY MICHAEL FLOREK, Staff Writer mflorek@dallasnews.com Published: 02 November 2014 09:45 PM |
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Rockwall Men’s Golf Competes in Lake Highlands Invitational
The Rockwall Men’s Varsity Golf Teams competed in the Lake Highlands Invitational Tuesday, October 28 at Firewheel Golf Course. The tournament was a 27 hole competition with a par of 107. The Jacket Golfers dominated the competition taking home the Team and Individual 1st and 3rd places. The Team was led by Adam House who finished 1st over-all with a 5 under par and Daniel Gibbs who finished 3rd over-all with a 1 under Par. Rockwall Team 1
Rockwall Team 2
Rockwall Team 3
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Rockwall Men’s Varsity Golf Teams win 1st & 3rd Place
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WFAA High School Sports Special: October 19th
Highlights of key district football games and the Rockwall Yellowjackets join George Riba in the studio located at (Time-stamp 8:36) http://usatodayhss.com/2014/high-school-sports-special-october-19
Highlights of key district football games and the Rockwall Yellowjackets join George Riba in the studio located at (Time-stamp 8:36) http://usatodayhss.com/2014/high-school-sports-special-october-19
RHS XC District Meet 2014 Group Photo
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XC Boys & Girls win 1st Place at District Meet
The District 11-6A cross country meet was held on 10/25 in Tyler at the UT – Tyler campus. The varsity boys captured 1st place by 5 points over host school Tyler Lee, while the varsity girls won 1st in convincing fashion over 2nd place Garland Sachse. Both the JV boys and girls each placed 2nd in their groups.
Both varsity teams will be participating in the Region II meet on 11/1 at Lynn Creek Park @ Joe Pool Lake in Grand Prairie, Texas. |
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Varsity Boys – 1st Place
JV Boys – 2nd Place Dalton Gonzales – 1st Place with a time of 18:55.49
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Varsity Girls – 1st Place
JV Girls – 2nd Place
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Chris Warren wins NBC5DFW Inside High School Sports MVP
Rockwall Running Back Chris Warren is in studio to accept his Last Week MVP bobblehead.
Rockwall Running Back Chris Warren is in studio to accept his Last Week MVP bobblehead.
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Lady Jacket Volleyball News
Varsity made quick work of a red hot Eagle's team that brought a gaudy 9 match winning streak into the showdown and was looking to wrap up a district championship with a win. Instead, the Jackets handled the Eagles in straight sets (25-22, 25-18, 27-25). The Jackets are now in a three way tie for the district lead with Sachse and Rowlett and need to finish the district schedule with a win over Naaman Forest to finish with a piece of the title.The Jackets finish district play on the road Tuesday when they take on Naaman Forest.
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WFAA HS Recap Week 9: Running backs rule Class of 2015
McKinney North's Ronald Jones, Plano West's Soso Jamabo, South Oak Cliff's Jordan Stevenson and Rockwall's Chris Warren already have 5,887 yards with 90 touchdowns. How are these four guys doing?
Each are concentrating on programs with high state playoff hopes, but they’re regular social media trenders with recruiting buzz. The are all ranked in the Top 25 nationally for the Class of 2015. Jones is the most solid commit to Oklahoma State. Stevenson has committed to Texas but still is being courted by many. Jamabo has winked at Texas A&M, Oklahoma, Baylor, Ohio State, Notre Dame (Kelly and assistant Tony Alford at game with open date) and was flirting with Mississippi this week. Jamabo took an official visit to UCLA last week. Good luck in figuring out where he will end up. He may go where he can play basketball to. He’s a guard who’s a cross between Ray Allen/Stephen Curry (pick your generational comparison). Rockwall’s Warren narrowed his list last month to Oregon, Washington, Stanford, Texas and Texas Tech and his mom (an engineer) said that’s helped calm the recruiting craziness quite a bit. The son of former Dallas and Seattle running back Chris Warren, the younger Warren is serious in completing the rigorous all the Stanford application process and said this summer he’ll make a signing Day decision. The Farm is hopeful because that’s exactly what Coppell defensive end Solomon Thomas did last season before announcing his decision with tape on his glasses to go with Nerd Nation. And Thomas and Warren actually have pretty similar personalities: Very even despite all the hoopla and expectations. Your recruiting evaluation tip on running backs: If they have measurables of decent size and speed, check how they change direction. It all has to be below the waist. If a runner dips a shoulder in the least to change directions, that’s seen as a huge red flag. Sort of like a hitch in a hitter’s swing. Eventually it’s an indicator of lack of speed and leg strength to keep rising in levels of competition. WFAA High School Sports By: David McNabb October 25, 2014 8:07 AM CST |
#25 Chris Warren
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Who is Xavier Castille? In the eyes of Rockwall's Rodney Webb, the best player he has ever coached
#2 Xavier Castille vs Denton Ryan (Photo by Bill Carter)
#2 Xavier Castille vs Horn (Photo by Bill Carter)
#2 Xavier Castille vs Sachse (Photo by Bill Carter)
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Over the last 12 seasons at Royse City, Mesquite Horn and now Rockwall, Rodney Webb has coached a lot of big-time college recruits. That includes current Rockwall running back Chris Warren, who has a scholarship offer from just about every school with a football program.
But none of those guys, even the one player who is now in the NFL, is the best player that Webb has coached. The best pure high school football player, the guy who can always be counted on to be doing exactly what he’s supposed to be doing, is senior receiver Xavier Castille. “That’s not something that I just throw around,” Webb said. “It doesn’t mean he should be the most highly recruited. But he’s the best football player.” Versatility plays a part in that. Castille is leading Rockwall (6-0, 3-0 in 11-6A), the No. 8 team in SportsDay’s Class 6A area rankings, in receiving for the third straight season. In just six games, he has 31 catches for 636 yards – a whopping 20.5 yards per reception – and 8 touchdowns. He also has 20 carries for an 8-yard average. Over the last three seasons, Castille has run the ball, caught the ball, thrown the ball (two touchdown passes as a quarterback) and played safety. He can do just about anything. Except get a scholarship offer from one of the five power conferences: the ACC, Big 12, Big Ten, Pac-12 and SEC. Castille (5-11, 195), who has offers from schools such as Tulsa, UT-El Paso, New Mexico and Connecticut, doesn’t fit the mold of a big, powerful receiver or a speedy slot guy. But Castille does have speed. He ran a 4.38 40-yard dash at a combine in the spring, and Webb said Castille reminds him of a bigger, more physical version of Taylor Gabriel, who caught 90 passes as a senior at Horn in 2008 and was lightly recruited. Gabriel (5-8, 167) played for Abilene Christian and has caught 11 passes this season as a rookie with the Cleveland Browns. Castille said a lot of big schools have started to talk with him, and that’s exciting. But he said he’s staying focused on his Rockwall team and expects everything will fall into place. “For the team this year,” he said, “it’s really about family and looking out for our guys and the constant grind that we all go through together.” Castille and junior quarterback Will Reed, who has thrown 18 touchdown passes with only one interception, are together a lot. They sit in the same spot on the bus before each game, and just before they get to the stadium, they push play on “Superstar” by rapper Lupe Fiasco. “We just kind of have that connection,” Reed said. “If he’s covered one-on-one, I know I can take that chance because he’s usually going to come out on top.” Castille has often been on top, dating back to when he was playing football in the Rockwall Youth Sports Association. His immediate goal is to beat Sachse (4-2, 2-1), which Rockwall faces Thursday night. His longterm goal, the same one he had as a 10-year old, is to play college football and get a shot at the NFL. “I can’t wait to play at the next level,” Castille said. “Right now I have an opportunity to play on Saturdays, and if I keep going right, one day I might get to play on Sundays.” Dallas Morning News By Matt Wixon, mwixon@dallasnews.com Published: 15 October 2014 11:46 PM |
Boys Golf News
The Varsity III Boys Competed at Brookhaven Country Club 10/21/14. They Finished with a combined score of 355. The Team included Matt Hunt, Brennan Walker, Will Orr, Charlie Warren, and Zach Amacher.
The Varsity III Boys Competed at Brookhaven Country Club 10/21/14. They Finished with a combined score of 355. The Team included Matt Hunt, Brennan Walker, Will Orr, Charlie Warren, and Zach Amacher.
RHS Golf Team 1st Place at the Pine Tree Shoot Out
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Lady Jackets Finish First At Pine Tree Shoot Out
Rockwall HS Varsity Girls Golf Team competed in the Pine Tree Shoot Out October 17,18 at Oak Forest Country Club in Longview. The Lady Jackets finished first overall and Cadie Gaubatz had the best individual two day score. Day1 Day 2 Total
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Lady Jackets Set Eyes On District Title
Freshman A continued their district domination with a (25-10, 25-9) beating of Lakeview. JV bounced back from a tough loss to Sachse with a strong performance, defeating Lakeview (25-11, 25-13). Claire Norris and Marissa Roof had strong offensive performances with 9 kills and 7 kills respectively. Roof also contributed 10 points and 3 aces from the service line. Emily Chapin had another strong night, dishing up 12 assists, and serving 9 points and 3 aces. Kylie Clark led the team defensively with 6 digs. Varsity improved their district record to 10-2 with the win. Next up: Tha Jackets take on Rowlett at home Friday night. Varsity match begins at 5:30. A win over the one loss Eagles on Friday means a three way tie for the district lead with only one match remaining. Friday night is also Senior Night. Please join us as we pay tribute to our four seniors: Kelsey Gaertner, Chloe Phillips, Bailey Smith, and Kylie Sifuentes. Go Lady Jackets! |
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RHS RB #25 Chris Warren (Photo by Bill Carter)
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Chris Warren Selected Class 6-A Week 8 Ford Texas HS Football Player of the Week
Congratulations to RHS RB #25 Chris Warren for being selected as the Class 6-A Week 8 of Built Ford Tough Texas High School Football Player of the Week. It was business as usual for Rockwall’s Chris Warren last Thursday. The Yellowjackets pasted Sachse, 56-21, moving to 7-0 overall and 4-0 in District 11-6A. The bruising 6-2, 230-pound tailback busted through the Sachse defense for 312 yards and four TDs (37, 54, 70 and 23 yards) on 27 carries, averaging 11.6 yards a pop! Chris helped the Yellowjackets cruise to a 28-7 lead after one period, scoring two TDs. “Chris set the tone early and was the difference,” says Coach Rodney Webb. Chris added scores in the second and fourth quarters as 7-0 Rockwall inched closer to the district championship. If Warren’s name rings a bell, it should. His father, Chris Warren, was a standout running back for the NFL’s Cowboys and Seahawks. This season, the younger Warren has rushed for 1,262 yards and scored 20 TDs after missing a chunk of his junior season with a knee injury. Chris, the No. 17-rated running back in his class by one scouting service, isn’t hurting for scholarship offers as UT, Tech, Oregon, Stanford, Iowa and Washington are the leading suitors. A straight-A student, Chris is a fixture on the school’s high honor roll. In spring, he runs track, having qualified for the regional meet in 100 meters and long jump. “Chris has the physical attributes of a big back that you normally won’t see,” says Coach Webb. “He has a great work ethic and is even-keeled for such an accomplished player.”
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#34 Jaylen Veasley making the tackle. (Photo by Bill Carter)
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Rockwall Now 7-0 With Win Over Sachse
The Yellowjackets remain undefeated after beating Sachse 56-35 at Garland Williams a Stadium and remain at the top of a district 11-6A. The Jackets take on Rowlett at home in the Ray Hubbard Rivalry game on Friday, October 24th at 7:30 pm. |
Raena Eldridge 100 Breaststroke
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RHS Swimming Results for October 9th
RHS competed in first home swim meet of the season at the Rockwall ISD Aquatics Center on Thursday, October 9th. The meet was scored as a 4-way dual meet. In the end, Rockwall High School Girls swept all three schools, defeating Heath 53-37, Ranchview 69-13, and Newman Smith 52-34. RHS boys fell to Heath 35-57 while defeating Ranchview 69-25 and Newman Smith 55-42. For the season, RHS boys are now 3-1 in dual meet competition while the girls are undefeated at 4-1. Standouts on the boys side were for the meet included 2013-2014 All-American Senior William Rapp who won the 200 Freestyle and the 500 Freestyle while a trio of Sophomores finished 2nd in at least one event. Braxton Harbin finished 2nd in 500 Freestyle. Dean Manasco finished 2nd in the 100 Backstroke. and, Ronan Passman finished 2nd in the 100 Breaststroke. On the girls side, three Lady Jackets won events including 3-time All-American Senior Raena Eldridge who won the 200 Individual Medley and the 100 Breaststroke. 2-Time All-State Senior Morgan Barnes won the 100 Backstroke while Freshman standout Amanda Armstrong won the 500 Freestyle. Next up for the Yellowjackets will be a home 3-way dual meet vs Highland Park and Heath on October 18th at the Rockwall ISD Aquatics Center. |
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RHS District CHAMPS!
The Rockwall High School Tennis defeated Lakeview, Sachse and Tyler Lee to remain unbeaten in district and claim the 2014 District Championship! Congrats to the Yellowjackets and good luck in the Area Round! |
RHS 2014 District Champions
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#18 Will Reed (Photo by Bill Carter)
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Football Jackets Set New School Scoring Record… AGAIN!
The Yellowjackets decided to avoid all the talk and let their explosive offense and powerful defense do their talking for them in Friday night’s game against Naaman Forest. When the night was over, Rockwall had set another school scoring record and beat the Rangers 71-14 at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium to go 6-0 on the season and 3-0 in District. The defense held the leader rusher to a meager 61 yards on the night and held Naaman Forest scoreless through the first half of play. For more on the game, click here: http://goo.gl/MJWQJF Our Rockwall Yellowjackets will play the Sachse Mustangs on Thursday, October 16th at 7:00 pm at Garland Williams Stadium. |
Student SWARM News
Student Swarm Jacket Fanatic winners sponsored by Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers this week are Marissa Cusick and Blake Wilhelm!
Student Swarm Jacket Fanatic winners sponsored by Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers this week are Marissa Cusick and Blake Wilhelm!
Marissa Cusick and Blake Wilhelm
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RHS Student SWARM section is BUZZing!!!
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