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This 2016-17 Jacket Backer News page is to recognize our RHS student athletes and to help inform the Rockwall community on all of great things happening in our Jacket Nation. We also retain yearly news events on our RHS News Archives webpage.
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2017-18 Spring Swarm Information
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The Rockwall Jacket Backers are proud to announce a new format for this year’s 2017-18 Spring Swarm events including two Powder Puff games on May 22 & 23.
Rockwall High School is partnering with the Texas High School Coaches Education Foundation (THSCEF) Benevolence Fund to support the "Our Day to Shine" campaign to assist athletes and coaches with special needs or hardships. More details at http://www.thsca.com/foundation. Monday, May 22nd
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Spring Swarm T-shirt Back
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2017 Spring Rockwall High School National Signing Day
Rockwall ISD would like to congratulate 9 student athletes from Rockwall High School will sign on the dotted line to continue their academic and athletic career at the next level in college! #JFND #NSD17
- Mya Culiver, Basketball, St. Mary’s University
- Ethan Dupre, Swimmer, Naval Academy
- Braxton Harbin, Swimmer, Air Force Academy
- Haley Hicks, Rowing, Indiana University
- Kimberly Iwunze, Volleyball, Nicholls State
- Alena Johnston, Basketball, Temple College
- Katelynn Luera, Soccer, Tyler Junior College
- Kaitlynn Scott, Gymnastics, University of Alabama
- Tyler Stone, Baseball, Stephen F. Austin State University
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RHLAX Texas 2017 Division II Lacrosse Champions
- Rockwall 16 Greenhill 7
- All game will also be streamed live at http://thsll.org/livestreaming
- More details at http://www.jacketboosters.com/ and http://www.rockwallheathlacrosse.org/
2017 State Champions Rockwall Lacrosse
Ryan Figert and Mickaela Leal
Ryan Figert and Mickaela Leal awarded Rockwall High School Jacket Backers March Athletes of the Month
Congratulations to Jacket Backer March Athletes of the Month Ryan Figert and Mickaela Leal! Listed below are all of the outstanding accomplishments made by theses athletes during the month of March.
Mickaela is a competitor and knows how to handle pressure at such a young age. She is still very much a sweet freshman until you put a soccer ball in front of her; then, she becomes a fierce athlete who demands the best of those around her. She demands even more of herself, so as not to let her teammates down. She is a force to be reckoned with, and the Lady Jackets have her for 3 more years!!! Her best is yet to come!
Ryan was a starting varsity defender for every game this month.
Ryan is a leader on the soccer team through his work ethic and positive attitude. He is one of the top five players in minutes played this year. He plays a vital role on our team as a defender, but also as our long throw player on throw-ins around the opponents penalty box.
Ryan excels academically and is such a dependable person and player. He is a hard worker and is very coachable. I have great expectations for him next year, his senior year.
If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Rachel Cassady at raychie.cassady@gmail.com
- Coach Melissa Garcia had this to say about Freshman soccer player Mickaela Leal.
Mickaela is a competitor and knows how to handle pressure at such a young age. She is still very much a sweet freshman until you put a soccer ball in front of her; then, she becomes a fierce athlete who demands the best of those around her. She demands even more of herself, so as not to let her teammates down. She is a force to be reckoned with, and the Lady Jackets have her for 3 more years!!! Her best is yet to come!
- Coach Troy Williams had this to say about Junior soccer player Ryan Figert.
Ryan was a starting varsity defender for every game this month.
Ryan is a leader on the soccer team through his work ethic and positive attitude. He is one of the top five players in minutes played this year. He plays a vital role on our team as a defender, but also as our long throw player on throw-ins around the opponents penalty box.
Ryan excels academically and is such a dependable person and player. He is a hard worker and is very coachable. I have great expectations for him next year, his senior year.
If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Rachel Cassady at raychie.cassady@gmail.com
Brooks Helmer, Sarah Graves, and Jackson Padilla
Brooks Helmer, Sarah Graves, and Jackson Padilla awarded Rockwall High School Jacket Backers February Athletes of the Month
Congratulations to Sarah Graves, Jackson Padilla and Brooks Helmer who were awarded as the February Jacket Backer Athletes of the Month! Listed below are all of the outstanding accomplishments made by theses athletes during the month of February.
Sarah is an athlete all coaches would want on their team! She’s an amazing leader and has been a rock to the varsity gymnastics program since her freshman year. As a dual-varsity athlete in gymnastics and track, she has been able to maintain great grades, a positive attitude, and a contagious work ethic even through injuries.
"I have been blessed to have coached Sarah since her 7th grade year. I have had the privilege of watching her grow from a young, bubbly girl to an amazing, respectful, faithful young lady. While I am going to miss Sarah so very much, I am excited to see what her future holds." Coach Stephanie Tyson
Jackson is an outstanding young man working hard at all times, who has the respect of not only his teammates, but also of the district coaches and his teachers whom all speak highly of him.
Coach Troy Williams said "Jackson is one of the hardest working players on our team and he is a critical part of our success up to this point."
Brooks is a team leader, a 3-year varsity player and is off to a great start this season.
"Brooks was clutch on the mound and at the plate all weekend in our first tournament in Georgetown. Helped lead us to a 5-1 start with big hits and great pitching." said Coach Jeff Payne
If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Rachel Cassady at raychie.cassady@gmail.com
- Sarah Graves - Girls Gymnastics - Senior (submitted by Coach Tyson)
Sarah is an athlete all coaches would want on their team! She’s an amazing leader and has been a rock to the varsity gymnastics program since her freshman year. As a dual-varsity athlete in gymnastics and track, she has been able to maintain great grades, a positive attitude, and a contagious work ethic even through injuries.
"I have been blessed to have coached Sarah since her 7th grade year. I have had the privilege of watching her grow from a young, bubbly girl to an amazing, respectful, faithful young lady. While I am going to miss Sarah so very much, I am excited to see what her future holds." Coach Stephanie Tyson
- Jackson Padilla - Boys Soccer – Senior (submitted by Coach Williams)
Jackson is an outstanding young man working hard at all times, who has the respect of not only his teammates, but also of the district coaches and his teachers whom all speak highly of him.
Coach Troy Williams said "Jackson is one of the hardest working players on our team and he is a critical part of our success up to this point."
- Brooks Helmer - Baseball - Junior (submitted by Coach Payne)
Brooks is a team leader, a 3-year varsity player and is off to a great start this season.
"Brooks was clutch on the mound and at the plate all weekend in our first tournament in Georgetown. Helped lead us to a 5-1 start with big hits and great pitching." said Coach Jeff Payne
If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Rachel Cassady at raychie.cassady@gmail.com
Coach Brent Pohorsky Wins Coach of the Year
Rockwall ISD Athletics would like to send congrats to Coach Brent Pohorsky for winning the 2016 Class 6A Coach of the Year for Wrestling! Way to go Coach P!
Rockwall ISD Athletics would like to send congrats to Coach Brent Pohorsky for winning the 2016 Class 6A Coach of the Year for Wrestling! Way to go Coach P!
Coach Brent Pohorsky, 2016-17 Class 6A Coach of the Year for Wrestling
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District 11-6A Meet Results
The Rockwall Track team did well at the District 11-6A meet held in Rockwall on April 13th. All results are FAT, except for the girls 4x100 relay. Additional results located at http://tx.milesplit.com/meets/264750/results/511957/raw#.WPDsrGnyvDc
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Rockin' "R" Relays
The Rockin' R Relays were hosted by Rockwall HS and sponsored by Sunrise Home Health at http://sunrisehomehealth.com/ on Friday Apr. 7, 2017 at Wilkerson Sanders Stadium. The teams Attending include Rockwall, Rockwall-Heath, North Mesquite, Mesquite, Mesquite Poteet, Mesquite Horn, Plano, Plano West, Forney, Wylie East, Rowlett, Sachse, North Garland, Naaman Forest, Lakeview Centennial, Garland. Full team results located at https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/MeetResults.aspx?Meet=277041#4369
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RHS Boys Soccer Team - Bi-District Champions
RHS Girls Soccer Team - Bi-District Champions
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RHS soccer season ends with area round losses
Both of Rockwall High School's District 11-6A champion soccer teams were eliminated in the area round of the UIL's postseason playoffs Friday night. The RHS girls, who'd won 19 games and had been beaten only once, were outscored 4-3 in a penalty-kick shootout at Garland Naaman Forest. The game was tied 1-1 at halftime and 2-2 through the regulation 80 minutes and two overtime periods. Additional game photos located at 03-31-2017_RHS_vs_Nameen_Area The Yellowjacket boys (16-6) were on friendly turf at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium, but were quickly at a disadvantage as Sachse (17-3) turned a corner kick into a goal less than five minutes into the game. Giovanni Castillo scored twice for the Mustangs, who also received goals from Jonathan Castillo and Hugo Mora. Published March 31, 2017 by John Markon may be reached at editor@heraldbanner.com. |
Jackie Mote, Member of the All-State Wrestling Team
Jackie Mote at War on the Shore
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Mote makes RHS history
On Feb. 25, Rockwall High School junior Jackie Mote made history as the first Lady Jacket to make an all-state wrestling team. She lost in the third place match against Jesenia Gaytan, giving her a fourth place finish in the 215-pound 6A Division and a 25-8 overall record. Even in defeat, Mote was happy about what she accomplished at the state tournament. “I’m so honored because I’ve been working so hard for this ever since my freshman year,” Mote said. “And it’s always been a dream of mine to get my name on the wall underneath that category. Just to see that happen, I was really excited after my match.” Mote is no stranger to making Rockwall history. In 2014, she became the first female wrestler in RHS program history. After attending one of her brother Travis’ middle school wrestling matches, Mote said she was interested in the sport. “It was so interesting that I had to come to practice that Monday because I thought it was so much fun,” Mote said. From there, she quit basketball and focused on wrestling. Mote said her first year was the most difficult. As the only girl, she had to start the program, go to all these girls tournaments without knowing anything and then figure it out all by herself. Even though it was difficult, she says her male teammates were very supportive. “All of the guys were supportive and they really helped me become the wrestler I am today,” Mote said. “I couldn’t’ have done it without them or my coach.” |
These days things are much different than they were two years ago. Mote said she is joined by seven other female wrestlers now who are all freshmen. “They’re all in the same situation I was in my freshman year,” Mote said. “So it’s good to be able to help them and they know what I’m going through. It’s really easy to talk to them because it’s like I have a support system now.” Mote said this year’s state experience was special because she had other girls to come with her. It was also her best finish at state. This was her third appearance at the state tournament. Her first two appearances ended in first round losses in the 165-pound weight class. In three years, Mote has grown to love wrestling. She said she most enjoys the connection she has made with the team. “You spend so much time together cutting weight and working out,” Mote said. “You get groups together to go cut weight after practice and form such a good team bond with each other. They’re my brothers and sisters.” Mote and her “brothers and sisters” are currently in offseason, where they lift weights three days a week and wrestle and run the other two days. Mote is currently sidelined with an injury, but looks forward to rejoining the team. When she does, she said she has her eyes on the gold. “I’d love to bring home the state title,” Mote said. “That’s a goal I’m going to be working on all offseason and all during the summer to be the best that I can be so I can bring home the gold.” Published February 25, 2017 by John Markon may be reached at editor@heraldbanner.com. |
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RHS Girls Soccer Team - Bi-District Champions
RHS Boys Soccer Team - Bi-District Champions
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Jackets' soccer teams advance in playoffs
Rockwall High School's girls and boys soccer teams both earned bi-district round victories Thursday night in Palestine and will advance to next weekend's area round. The RHS girls (19-1) had few anxious moments against Conroe Oak Ridge, taking a 3-0 lead at halftime on their way to a 6-0 win. Rockwall's next opponent will be the winner of a Friday night match between Lake Highlands and Garland Naaman Forest. The Yellowjacket boys had a tougher time with Conroe, but grabbed a 1-0 lead on an ice-breaking second half goal by Harper Roland and led 2-0 before winning, 2-1. Next up for the RHS boys (15-5) is the winner of a Friday night game between Sachse and Richardson Pearce. We will update next week's pairings when they are available. Published March 23, 2017 by John Markon may be reached at editor@heraldbanner.com. |
Russ Reeves, RISD, Director of Athletics
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Russ Reeves Named Region III Athletic Administrator of the Year
Rockwall ISD Athletic Director Russ Reeves has been named Texas High School Athletic Director Association Region III Athletic Administrator of the Year by fellow colleagues around the area. The region includes all of the Dallas-Ft.Worth region. Russ Reeves is in his fifth year at Rockwall ISD. Congrats to Russ Reeves! |
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Nicole Pugsley and Mckay Larman
Nicole Pugsley and Mckay Larman awarded Rockwall High School Jacket Backers December Athletes of the Month
Congratulations to the January Jacket Backer Athletes of the Month Nicole Pugsley, soccer and Mckay Larman, gymnastics
Nicole was voted by her teammates as a leader this year; she leads her team both on and off the field, setting a high expectation by leading by example. She is a 3-sport athlete who strives to improve her teammates the best she can. She is willing to do whatever the team needs of her at any given time.
Nicole is one of the most talented and inspirational kids I’ve had the privilege to coach over the past 4 years. She leads by example both on and off the field. Her teachers make it a point to let me know how she stands out in the classroom as well. Nicole has been a backbone for this team since her freshman year, and in the beginning of her senior year she has not disappointed! Her contributions to the team have garnered her a captain’s role two years in a row, and less than a week ago she committed herself to continue her education and playing career at the University of Texas – El Paso.
1/26/17: RHS vs Highland Park (Optional – Harder): Mckay scored and placed: Floor – 9.0 (2nd)/Pommel Horse – 8.0 (8th)/Rings – 8.9 (3rd)/Vault – 9.1 (3rd)/Parallel Bars – 9.3 (2nd)/High Bar – 8.3 (4th)/All-Around – 52.6 (2nd)
Mckay is the team captain of an undefeated gymnastics team that currently ranks 4th or better in the state in every category. Mckay has scored for the team in 11 out of 12 of the events he competed in during the month of January. He has this team focused and working well together. Mckay has also personally put together team bonding activities outside of school.
Mckay has done a great job getting this team to work together on a daily basis. Our guys continue to improve because of the team atmosphere in our gym. Teammates are always helping each other learn skills that they have already mastered. This is creating a great deal of team depth to ensure more consistency as the year goes on. Mckay has played a large part of developing that type of mentality.
If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Rachel Cassady at raychie.cassady@gmail.com
- Nicole Pugsley (submitted by Coach Melissa Garcia)
Nicole was voted by her teammates as a leader this year; she leads her team both on and off the field, setting a high expectation by leading by example. She is a 3-sport athlete who strives to improve her teammates the best she can. She is willing to do whatever the team needs of her at any given time.
Nicole is one of the most talented and inspirational kids I’ve had the privilege to coach over the past 4 years. She leads by example both on and off the field. Her teachers make it a point to let me know how she stands out in the classroom as well. Nicole has been a backbone for this team since her freshman year, and in the beginning of her senior year she has not disappointed! Her contributions to the team have garnered her a captain’s role two years in a row, and less than a week ago she committed herself to continue her education and playing career at the University of Texas – El Paso.
- Mckay Larman (submitted by Coach Cameron Sweny)
1/26/17: RHS vs Highland Park (Optional – Harder): Mckay scored and placed: Floor – 9.0 (2nd)/Pommel Horse – 8.0 (8th)/Rings – 8.9 (3rd)/Vault – 9.1 (3rd)/Parallel Bars – 9.3 (2nd)/High Bar – 8.3 (4th)/All-Around – 52.6 (2nd)
Mckay is the team captain of an undefeated gymnastics team that currently ranks 4th or better in the state in every category. Mckay has scored for the team in 11 out of 12 of the events he competed in during the month of January. He has this team focused and working well together. Mckay has also personally put together team bonding activities outside of school.
Mckay has done a great job getting this team to work together on a daily basis. Our guys continue to improve because of the team atmosphere in our gym. Teammates are always helping each other learn skills that they have already mastered. This is creating a great deal of team depth to ensure more consistency as the year goes on. Mckay has played a large part of developing that type of mentality.
If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Rachel Cassady at raychie.cassady@gmail.com
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Track & Field
On Friday the Jackets and Lady Jackets Track & Field teams took part in the annual Longview Lobo Relays. This meet pitted some traditionally good track and field programs throughout the East Texas Region. Our athletes went over and competed well in many events and several of the kids set personal best marks in their performances. Individual performance recognitions:
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RHS girls awaiting reckoning
To hear the recruiting experts tell it, the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area is to girls soccer as Southern California is to beach volleyball — or perhaps as Alaska is to sled dog racing. Every district at every level seems to have at least one or two state championship contenders. Glittering won-lost records and goal-scorers with high-powered resumes seem to be just about everywhere. Which brings us to Rockwall High School’s girls, 17-1 and on the verge of completing an unprecedented victory tour through District 11-6A. Going into tonight’s regular-season finale at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium against North Mesquite, RHS is 13-0 in district games and has scored 55 goals vs. district opponents while allowing only 1. The Lady Jackets had a zero in the goals against column until last Friday, when they gave one up on the road against district runner-up Tyler Lee. Rockwall went on to win the game in a penalty kick shootout. So, how good are they? Opinions differ. The Texas Girls Coaches Association poll ranks Rockwall 12th in the state in Class 6A. Top Drawer Soccer, which ranks the top 20 Texas teams in both 6A and 5A, doesn’t rank Rockwall at all. More locally, the Jackets were ninth among Metroplex 6A schools in the Dallas Morning News’ most recent rankings. The Lady Jackets’ only loss, a 4-0 setback against Sachse (20-1), has also produced some skepticism. “We know where we’re ranked and we know what teams are ranked ahead of us,” said senior midfielder Madi Arenas. “We’re looking forward to playing those teams in the playoffs.” “I think one issue we have with the rankings is that we don’t have that 30-goal scorer or that top-drawer Division I recruit,” added coach Melissa Garcia. “You don’t see us running our offense through one or two designated scorers. We’re more of a team than a star or two with a supporting cast.” It isn’t that the Jackets lack good players or Division I signees. Senior midfielder Nicole Pugsley will play in Conference USA next season with Texas-El Paso. Garcia’s offensive system, however, allows players to fill multiple roles and promotes balanced goal scoring. Forward Lauren Baker, perhaps the closest thing Rockwall has to a designated striker, didn’t have the team lead in scoring until Monday night, when she hit the back of the net three times in an 8-0 road rout of Mesquite. |
The Jackets also have younger, unheralded players in key spots. Beginning with the opening game, their starting goalkeeper has been Mickaela Leal, a freshman. Their igniter on offense is hyperactive forward Alana Wickham, a sophomore.
“Alana is just an explosive, ball-of-energy type player,” Garcia said. “From the first day of practice, Mickaela showed unbelievable confidence and maturity for her age. But no one outside our team knew about either one of them before this season.” Young as they are, Wickham and Leal mesh well with their older teammates and with Garcia’s preference for a professional, sportsmanlike attitude on the field. Rockwall players do very little emoting after close calls and can be downright modest in terms of celebrating after goals, particularly goals that come with the Jackets already holding a comfortable lead. “When we score, we are more excited than we can look,” Pugsley said. “In a one-sided game, there’s also an element of respect for the other team involved." “I actually liked the way we handled giving up that goal to Tyler Lee. We played better after they scored it than we had before they scored it. We won the game. In the playoffs, I think you’ll see us letting it go a little more on the field.” The playoffs don’t begin until March 23. Rockwall’s bi-district opener will likely be against a team from the Houston or Austin area, but any wins after that will come at the expense of home-area heavyweights. Last year’s Jackets made it all the way to the regional final, where they were roadblocked in decisive fashion by Highland Park. “We won’t really know how good we are until the playoff games,” Wickham said. “We’ve known that all year. Now, it’s time to play those games.” Published March 10, 2017 by John Markon may be reached at editor@heraldbanner.com. |
More photos available at 03-06-2017_RHS_vs_Skeeters
Rockwall Basketball Playoff Information
RHS Boys Basketball Area Champions
RHS Boys Basketball
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Boys Basketball
6A Region II Regional Quarterfinal Match-up
Thanks for your support this historic season, and a special thanks to our seniors for their time as a Yellowjacket, and we wish them well on their future endeavors. |
2017 Winter Rockwall High School National Signing Day
Rockwall ISD would like to congratulate 14 student athletes from Rockwall High School who signed on the dotted line to continue their academic and athletic career at the next level in college! #JFND #NSD17
- Madi Arenas, Soccer, Texas A&M Texarkana
- AJ Blacknall, Football, University of Mary-Hardin Baylor
- Colin Burgiel, Soccer, West Texas A&M
- Sam Crawford, Football, University of Tulsa
- Zoe Elledge, Soccer, University of Mary-Hardin Baylor
- Sydney Garber, Golf, University of Texas Arlington
- Katie Givens, Soccer, Texas A&M Commerce
- Andrew Hutchings, Baseball, University of Mary-Hardin Baylor
- Micah Larkin, Soccer, Air Force Academy
- Nicole Pugsley, Soccer, University of Texas El Paso
- Katie Reeves, Golf, Midwestern State University
- Rylie Robertson, Soccer, Texas A&M Commerce
- Bayleigh Scott, Volleyball, University of Mississippi
- Madison Wheeler, Basketball, Hardin-Simmons University
Congrats to Rockwall High School Class of 2017 Winter Signees
11-6A All District Awards
District 11-6A Defensive MVP:
District 11-6A Defensive MVP:
- Jordan Mathis #10
- Mya Culiver #3
- Alena Johnston #23
- Haley Hicks #44
- Faith Mason-Vestal #24
- Gloria Drewery- #15
- Mya Culiver
- Michelle Adkins-Mills
- Jordan Mathis
- Gloria Drewery
- Katy Gibralter
- Jessie Page
- Kelsey Vinci
- Madison Wheeler
- Heather Quisenberry
- Macy Mccartney
- Gabi Campos
- Haley Hicks
- Ashley Quartrone
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RHS Track & Field News
This Saturday the Jackets participated in the McKinney Boyd Bronco Relays. The weather started out a little bit on the chilly side, but eventually became quite pleasant. This was a very competitive meet that had up to 14-18 teams in each division. The format of this meet is a little different from what the kids have or will experience throughout the season, but we did come away with some good evaluations and a few kids did set some new Personal Best performances. Overall the teams placed:
Next Saturday the teams will be competing in Mesquite at the Carl Norris Relays @ Hanby Stadium.
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RHS Boys Basketball (Photo by Willy Orji)
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Jackets advance with 3OT win over South Garland
RICHARDSON — Cameron Crayton went to his left, which made everything right for the junior guard and his Rockwall Yellowjackets. A short, soft left-handed floater by Crayton with two seconds remaining in the third overtime period found the net and gave Rockwall a 61-60 win over South Garland Friday night in a well-attended, highly dramatic 6A area round playoff game at Berkner High School. "I'm left-handed," Crayton said afterward, "so it's natural I'd go that way. I also don't mind taking the last shot. If someone has to take it, I'm OK with doing it." Crayton made the shot under defensive pressure from South Garland's Jayden McGrew. The Colonels, who'd gained a 60-59 lead on a pair of free throws by Tyrese Maxey with 44 seconds to play, lost despite getting 35 points from Maxey, a 6-2 sophomore shooting guard. Rockwall (22-10) will now face Dallas Jesuit (22-11) in the Region 2 quarterfinals early next week. Jesuit advanced with a 70-64 area around win over The Woodlands Friday night. Crayton had 18 points and sophomore forward Sam Williamson 16 for Rockwall. South Garland (17-10) had the last shot in regulation, but Rockwall's Tevin Williams got a small piece of a shot by Maxey to send the game into the first overtime. Rockwall had the final shots in the first two overtime periods, but a pair of well-defended attempts by Williamson fell short. "These kinds of games are harder on me as a coach than they ever were as a player," said first-year RHS head coach Quincey Williams. "We wanted Cam to have the last shot in this one. He's won a couple other games just like that for us this season. We thought we could get him the ball, give him a chance and let him do what he does." By John Markon Herald-Banner Editor Feb 25, 2017 |
RHS Lady Jackets
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RHS Lady Jackets
Last night the Lady Jackets season came to a heartbreaking close in the final seconds 43-45. We are so proud of the girls hard work and accomplishments this year. If you see one of the girls today please tell them congratulations on a great season and on being Area champs. #JFND#RISE |
RHS Lady Jackets 11-6A Area Champions
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Jacket girls advance with win over Sachse
WYLIE — Rallying after a second-quarter meltdown, Rockwall High School's girls basketball team posted a 46-45 win over Sachse Friday night at Wylie High School in the area round of the Texas 6A playoffs. Sophomore Jordan Mathis had 12 of her team-high 14 points in the second half to lead Rockwall (24-9). Sachse's Avery Crouse netted 16 points to lead all scorers. Rockwall held a 13-6 lead in the final minute of the first period, but was outscored 22-4 over the next nine minutes and trailed, 28-17, at the half. The Lady Jackets needed a dramatic turnaround in the third quarter and got it, outscoring the Mustangs 19-4 and retaking the lead. The fourth quarter was back-and-forth with Mathis scoring the clinching basket for RHS with 34 seconds remaining. Faith Mason-Vestal (12 points) and Haley Hicks (9) were other players who were major contributors in the second half for Rockwall. The loss ended Sachse's season at 27-7. Rockwall advances to the Region 2 quarterfinals and will meet Dallas Skyline (22-12) on Tuesday night at Poteet High School (3300 Poteet Drive) in Mesquite. Game time will be 7 pm. By John Markon Herald-Banner Editor Feb 17, 2017 |
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2017 RHS Swim State Results
2017 RHS Swim State Preliminary Results: Friday, February 17: *200 medley relay team - 10th place, 1:47.54 *200 yd. free - Emma Hultquist - 7th place, 1:51.24 *200 yd. IM - Janelle Hummingbird - 22nd place, 2:11.32 * 50 yd. free - Amanda Armstrong - 3rd place, 23.10 * 100 yd. free - Amanda Armstrong - 4th place, 51.03 - Emma Hultquist - 11th place, 52.02 *400 yd. free relay team - 9th place, 3:33.17 State Final Results: Saturday, February 18: *200 medley relay team - 10th place, 1:46.79 *200 yd. free - Emma Hultquist - 7th place, 1:51.90 * 50 yd. free - Amanda Armstrong - 2nd place, 23.05 * 100 yd. free - Amanda Armstrong - 5th place, 50.81 - Emma Hultquist - 12th place, 52.35 *400 yd. free relay team - 9th place, 3:30.48 RHS Team Place: 10th |
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2017 Jacket Classic Results
Your Jackets & Lady Jackets track & field teams represented us well at the 2017 Jacket Classic sponsored by The Reynold's Company held on Saturday, Feb. 18th at Wilkerson-Sanders Memorial Stadium. Teams Attending include Rockwall, Rockwall Heath, Wylie East, Dallas Skyline, Allen, Forney, North Mesquite, North Garland, Cedar Hill, Sachse. RHS Team Results
More details at http://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/MeetResults.aspx?Meet=277043
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Rockwall Wrestling takes 2nd at Region 2 Championships! Great team effort!
RHS Girls Gymnastics
The RHS girls gymnastics competed in the Mark Williams Invitational. The girls had a good showing yesterday in the second optional meet of the season. Our next meet is February 23rd in Saginaw!
Congrats girls!
The RHS girls gymnastics competed in the Mark Williams Invitational. The girls had a good showing yesterday in the second optional meet of the season. Our next meet is February 23rd in Saginaw!
Congrats girls!
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RHS Girls Gymnastics Team
RHS Boys Basketball District Champions
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RHS Boys BBall Results
Your Yellowjackets finished up their last game of district play Tuesday night, and we traveled across I-30 to do it against Heath. The freshmen A team battle into over time for their win 54-51, and the JV dropped their game 73-43. The Varsity came down to the wire with back and forth play all night before losing in controversy whether the clock expired or not 62-60. Your Yellowjackets finished district at 11-3 for a district 11-6A Championship!! Cameron Crayton led the way with 14 points as we had 8 players score in the game. Playoff information will come when we know more in the coming days. Thanks for your support this season and get ready for a playoff run. #JFND |
Men's Gymnastics
Our Men's Gymnastics team competed on Thursday night against Highland Park. This was our first optional competition of the season (meaning they throw harder skills). Our team did well. Results are below:
Our Men's Gymnastics team competed on Thursday night against Highland Park. This was our first optional competition of the season (meaning they throw harder skills). Our team did well. Results are below:
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Rockwall rocked the Raider’s world!
The beginning of the game was a close one, but the Lady Raiders ran out of steam ending a 53-42 win for the Lady Jackets. This win allows Rockwall to be second in district currently leading into senior night on Friday. Leading the night was Faith Mason-Vestal with a double-double with 17 points and 11 rebounds. Followed by Jordan Mathis with 12 points and Alena Johnston with 10 points. We are 9-3 in district. JV won a tough one 41-34. Scoring for us was Madeleine Hunt with 13 points and Brette Thornton with 11 points. We are 11-0 in district. Freshman won 60-11. Scoring was Emma Stelzer with 17 points. We are 11-0 in district. Friday is our last home game and it is also senior night, when we play Mesquite at 5/5/6:30. Please come and show support for our seniors and their last home game. We also have our special olympics team coming to play basketball during halftime. Come Early! Be Loud! Wear Orange! |
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Jackets Win Third Straight JV Jacket Classic“Jacket Classic" Junior Varsity Invitational
Rockwall High School, Saturday, February 4, 2017 Junior Varsity Placers
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RHS Soccer
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Rockwal Jacket Soccer
The Jackets hosted Heath last night in their second district match of the season. JV played to a 2-2 tie in a high-paced back and forth game. Andrew Galicia and Micah Gonzalez scored for Rockwall. A pumped up Varsity Jackets kicked off and nearly scored in 14 seconds. 3 minutes later, though, Jackson Padilla Drew first blood by chipping the Keeper after an awesome pass from Harper Roland. 10 minutes after that Jackson put another shot on goal that the keeper couldn’t handle. Heath got one back after a quick counter attack shortly after our second goal. Later in the second half a hot Jackson Padilla sliced up the defense and found a waiting Isaiah Perez with a sublime pass across the box. The team played really well across the board. That brings us to 2-0 in district and puts us in 2nd place. |
2016-17 RHS Lady Jacket Varsity Soccer Team
Rockwall Claims I-30 Battle In Soccer
Cross-town rival night, and it did not disappoint! The Lady Jackets traveled to the other side of town for the next big challenge, and the Lady Hawks gave us our money's worth; however, your Lady Jackets would not back down from a good fight! The JV opened up the action by dominating the Lady Hawks for 70 minutes, but in true soccer form, the score was 1-0. If you had been there, the excitement was far greater than the score reflects. From that point, the varsity took over. We found the back of the net twice in the 2nd half to come away with the victory! From the goalkeeper to the forwards, it was a total team effort, and it was exciting! So proud of these young ladies!
Tuesday night, we will take on the Lady Lobos from Longview at Wilkerson-Sanders stadium! Action starts with the JV at 5:30PM and the varsity at 7:15PM.
Cross-town rival night, and it did not disappoint! The Lady Jackets traveled to the other side of town for the next big challenge, and the Lady Hawks gave us our money's worth; however, your Lady Jackets would not back down from a good fight! The JV opened up the action by dominating the Lady Hawks for 70 minutes, but in true soccer form, the score was 1-0. If you had been there, the excitement was far greater than the score reflects. From that point, the varsity took over. We found the back of the net twice in the 2nd half to come away with the victory! From the goalkeeper to the forwards, it was a total team effort, and it was exciting! So proud of these young ladies!
Tuesday night, we will take on the Lady Lobos from Longview at Wilkerson-Sanders stadium! Action starts with the JV at 5:30PM and the varsity at 7:15PM.
Lady Jackets Claim Flower Mound Invitational
Tuesday, January 31, the Lady Jacket Varsity Golf Team competed in the Flower Mound Invitational at Bridlewood Country Club. The Lady Jackets finished first as a team with a score of 340. Individually, Senior Sydney Garber finished first overall with a score of 77 and Senior Katie Reeves finished second with a score of 80. Congratulations Lady Jackets!
Golfer Score
Tuesday, January 31, the Lady Jacket Varsity Golf Team competed in the Flower Mound Invitational at Bridlewood Country Club. The Lady Jackets finished first as a team with a score of 340. Individually, Senior Sydney Garber finished first overall with a score of 77 and Senior Katie Reeves finished second with a score of 80. Congratulations Lady Jackets!
Golfer Score
- Sydney Garber,77 1st Overall
- Katie Reeves, 80 2nd Overall
- Hollie James, 89
- Lauren Freeman, 94
- Alexis Morris, 101
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Jacket Wrestling Closes Dual Season With Big Victory Over Highland Park
The Yellowjacket wrestlers traveled to Highland Park Thursday night to close out their dual season. The Jackets won 11 out of 14 varsity matches for a final dual score of Rockwall 56 vs. Highland Park 18. Rockwall’s Junior Varsity team had 9 contested matches, winning 8 of them, including 7 by fall. Next wrestling action is this Saturday, February 4th, at Rockwall High School as we host our annual Junior Varsity Jacket Classic Invitational. The Rockwall Junior Varsity wrestlers have won the last two Jacket Classics and they are aiming for their third in a row. The next varsity competition will be the District 7-6A Wrestling Championships at Richardson Berkner High School Saturday, February 11th. Both the boys and girls varsity squads will compete as well as the final tournament of the year for our junior varsity wrestlers. |
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RHS Boys BBall Results:
North Mesquite traveled into the Jacket swarm Tuesday night, and it was a night of drama. The freshmen B team started out with a loss 47-38, and the A team got revenge winning 40-34. The JV team struggled in the third quarter dropping their game 68-54, and the Varsity played another close game all the way to then end winning 52-49. In the rough game Cameron Crayton scored 18 points and 7 rebounds, and Sam Williamson added 15 points and 8 rebounds. Congratulate all the guys as you see them as they continue their push for a district championship. Your Yellowjackets play home Friday against John Tyler, so come out get loud and witness senior night. #JFND |
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Lady Jackets defeats Longview 43-41
Tonight was a close one for the Lady Jackets, who defeated Longview 43-41. Leading the way for the Lady Jackets was Faith Mason-Vestal with 11 points. We are 8-2 in district. Jv won 33-22. Mikki Witcher scored 11 points. We are 9-0 in district. Freshman won 65-19. Emma Stelzer had 24 points. We are 9-0 in district. Friday we travel to Mesquite to play Horn at 5/5/6:30. Come Early! Be Loud! Wear Orange! #RISE #JFND |
RHS Swim and Dive
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RISD swim, dive teams compete in championships
In what was a first -— but almost certainly won’t be a “last” — swim and dive teams from Rockwall and Rockwall-Heath high schools were in direct competition at last Saturday’s District 9-6A championships for boys and girls at the Rockwall Aquatic Center. This is the first year in Class 6A for Heath, which had competed at lower levels since it was opened in 2005. Close meets were anticipated and final scores didn’t disappoint, with Rockwall-Heath scoring 166 points to Rockwall’s 155 in the boys’ meet and RHS turning the tables in the girls’ meet, scoring 165 points to Heath’s 159. Heath had two quadruple winners. Freshman Logan Graham won the 100- and 200-yard freestyles for boys in addition to swimming on two winning relays. For the Heath girls, Ashley Conrad won the 200- and 500-yard freestyles and swam on two first-place relays. Rockwall’s Amanda Armstrong was also a double winner in individual events, taking the 50- and 100-yard freestyles for girls. Qualifying swimmers and divers from both teams will return to the Aquatic Center on Feb. 2-3 for a regional championship meet. DISTRICT 9-6A BOYS MEET
GIRLS MEET
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RHS Boys Basketball
RHS Boys BBall Results:
Friday night John Horn High School came to Rockwall for our second game of the second round of district. The Freshmen A team won easily 59-33, while the JV struggled 38-78 for a loss.
The Varsity continued playing well winning 63-52 over the Jaguars. Your Yellowjackets had nine scorers with Sam Williamson leading the way with 12 points, Alec Grandstaff finished with 11points, and Cameron Crayton had 10 points. The boys are 8-1 in district and leading the way.
We travel to Tyler Lee on Tuesday. Thanks for your continued support. #JFND
Friday night John Horn High School came to Rockwall for our second game of the second round of district. The Freshmen A team won easily 59-33, while the JV struggled 38-78 for a loss.
The Varsity continued playing well winning 63-52 over the Jaguars. Your Yellowjackets had nine scorers with Sam Williamson leading the way with 12 points, Alec Grandstaff finished with 11points, and Cameron Crayton had 10 points. The boys are 8-1 in district and leading the way.
We travel to Tyler Lee on Tuesday. Thanks for your continued support. #JFND
Aurelia Incristi, Ethan Dupre and Mya Culliver
Aurelia Incristi, Ethan Dupre and Mya Culliver awarded Rockwall High School Jacket Backers December Athletes of the Month
Congratulations to Your Jacket Backer December Athletes of the Month Mya Culliver, Aurelia Incristi and Ethan Dupre! Please read the about all the outstanding things their coaches had to say about these stellar athletes below!
Also nominated in the Month of December were:
Varsity Captain, all-tournament team in Knights of Columbus Tournament, hit game-winning free throws in back-to-back tournament games at the Aggieland Invitational.
Mya helped lead our team to a 2nd-place finish in the Knights of Columbus Tournament and a 3rd-place finish (out of 31 teams) in the Aggieland Invitational. She is a role model to future Lady Jackets on and off the court. Her impeccable leadership skills on the court are vital to the success of the Lady Jackets.
Mya is someone that displays the Lady Jacket Way. She comes to practice every day with the drive and energy to help maximize her teammates’ potential. Mya RISE’s above the line in all she does…both academically and athletically.
Aurelia Incristi (submitted by Coach Paul Wallace)
Aurelia shows up every single day and gives 100% regardless of what is going on in her life. There are numerous nights where she stays up until 1 or 2 AM and gets to 6:30AM practice EARLY, without an ounce of complaining! She moved from Austin, Tx a couple seasons ago and when she got here, her swimming needed a lot of technique work. Aurelia's overall development as an athlete needed to improve drastically in order to not only compete on this team but on the district and regional level. She took it upon herself to ask questions on a daily/ weekly/ monthly basis to better understand, not only what she does wrong, but also what she does right and how to improve in both areas of her swimming. This has taken her from not on the radar for Rockwall Swimming, to 1 of my 4 fastest girls that has competed at the state level. She has not set any records, but to see where she has come from to where she is now. She is the perfect example of Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month, and is as deserving as an athlete that has set records to be acknowledged for her commitment to her high school, her swim team, and herself.
She is a consistent, committed, giver of herself to her teammates and her team. Aurelia will do whatever necessary to bring positive energy to the pool deck, I cannot say enough about what her drive, mentality and pursuit of excellence has done for our team both in and out of the pool.
Ethan Dupre (submitted by Coach Paul Wallace)
This is tough for me to answer. Because most of our achievements don’t happen until the end of January and Middle/ End of February. Ethan Dupre is a lot like Aurelia, He calms down any negative issues on my team for the most part before they even get to me. If he has an issue with anything, he not only wants to address it but also develop a solution as well to better all parties involved.
I think the YellowJacket Athlete of the Month is defined by a student athlete that demonstrates the characteristics both in and out of the respective sports to represent RHS on a higher level. Ethan has done that since he was a freshman, he is a mature beyond his years which has led to me trusting in him really since he was a freshman to handle situations that maybe an upperclassman should have dealt with, but he could handle it and process it accordingly. I go to him many times to make sure the direction the team is heading feels good to him as well as others on the team. He already has his name on the record board multiple times, I think he deserves it because of the way he carries himself through both good and bad times and even more importantly when he is not in a swim suit.
If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Rachel Cassady.
Also nominated in the Month of December were:
- Jacqueline Mote - Wrestling
- Kade McMahon - Wrestling
- Samuell Williamson - Basketball
- Isaiah Perez - Soccer
- McKay Larman - Gymnastics
Varsity Captain, all-tournament team in Knights of Columbus Tournament, hit game-winning free throws in back-to-back tournament games at the Aggieland Invitational.
Mya helped lead our team to a 2nd-place finish in the Knights of Columbus Tournament and a 3rd-place finish (out of 31 teams) in the Aggieland Invitational. She is a role model to future Lady Jackets on and off the court. Her impeccable leadership skills on the court are vital to the success of the Lady Jackets.
Mya is someone that displays the Lady Jacket Way. She comes to practice every day with the drive and energy to help maximize her teammates’ potential. Mya RISE’s above the line in all she does…both academically and athletically.
Aurelia Incristi (submitted by Coach Paul Wallace)
Aurelia shows up every single day and gives 100% regardless of what is going on in her life. There are numerous nights where she stays up until 1 or 2 AM and gets to 6:30AM practice EARLY, without an ounce of complaining! She moved from Austin, Tx a couple seasons ago and when she got here, her swimming needed a lot of technique work. Aurelia's overall development as an athlete needed to improve drastically in order to not only compete on this team but on the district and regional level. She took it upon herself to ask questions on a daily/ weekly/ monthly basis to better understand, not only what she does wrong, but also what she does right and how to improve in both areas of her swimming. This has taken her from not on the radar for Rockwall Swimming, to 1 of my 4 fastest girls that has competed at the state level. She has not set any records, but to see where she has come from to where she is now. She is the perfect example of Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month, and is as deserving as an athlete that has set records to be acknowledged for her commitment to her high school, her swim team, and herself.
She is a consistent, committed, giver of herself to her teammates and her team. Aurelia will do whatever necessary to bring positive energy to the pool deck, I cannot say enough about what her drive, mentality and pursuit of excellence has done for our team both in and out of the pool.
Ethan Dupre (submitted by Coach Paul Wallace)
This is tough for me to answer. Because most of our achievements don’t happen until the end of January and Middle/ End of February. Ethan Dupre is a lot like Aurelia, He calms down any negative issues on my team for the most part before they even get to me. If he has an issue with anything, he not only wants to address it but also develop a solution as well to better all parties involved.
I think the YellowJacket Athlete of the Month is defined by a student athlete that demonstrates the characteristics both in and out of the respective sports to represent RHS on a higher level. Ethan has done that since he was a freshman, he is a mature beyond his years which has led to me trusting in him really since he was a freshman to handle situations that maybe an upperclassman should have dealt with, but he could handle it and process it accordingly. I go to him many times to make sure the direction the team is heading feels good to him as well as others on the team. He already has his name on the record board multiple times, I think he deserves it because of the way he carries himself through both good and bad times and even more importantly when he is not in a swim suit.
If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Rachel Cassady.
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Last Night all 3 Lady Jacket teams swept the North Mesquite Stallions with a great team effort!
Varsity Lady Jackets won 79-35 with the help from leading scorers Jordan Mathis and Faith Mason-Vestal both with 17 points. They are 5-2 in district and will begin their second round of district play on Tuesday. JV won 58-26, everyone scoring tonight, however Mikki Witcher lead the way with 15 points. JV Lady Jackets are 6-0 in district. Freshman won 52-24 and Rachel Ivanosky assisted that win with 13 points. Freshman Lady Jackets are 6-0 district. It's a HOME GAME Tuesday night against John Tyler games starting at 5/5/6:30! Round 2 of District play begins now! JACKET NATION You Know What To Do! Come Early! Be Loud! Wear Orange! #RISE #JFND |
RHS Boys BBall Results:
The Mesquite Skeeter came to town on Tuesday night and the Yellowjackets took notice.
The Freshmen B team lost 24-47 and the A team lost a nail bitter 37-38.
The JV team struggled in their loss 48-60 and the Varsity defeated Mesquite 54-45. Sam Williamson led the way with 15 points and Cameron Crayton added 14 more going to the hole. This puts your Yellowjackets at 3-1 in district play with a trip to North Mesquite on Friday.
Also, if you are looking for dinner Wednesday night come and support the boys at Raising Cane’s from 5-8pm. See you there. #JFND
The Mesquite Skeeter came to town on Tuesday night and the Yellowjackets took notice.
The Freshmen B team lost 24-47 and the A team lost a nail bitter 37-38.
The JV team struggled in their loss 48-60 and the Varsity defeated Mesquite 54-45. Sam Williamson led the way with 15 points and Cameron Crayton added 14 more going to the hole. This puts your Yellowjackets at 3-1 in district play with a trip to North Mesquite on Friday.
Also, if you are looking for dinner Wednesday night come and support the boys at Raising Cane’s from 5-8pm. See you there. #JFND
2016 Fall Rockwall High School National Signing Day
Rockwall High School Class of 2017 Fall Signees
Rockwall ISD would like to congratulate six student athletes from Rockwall High School who signed on the dotted line to continue their academic and athletic career at the next level in college! #JFND
- Volleyball: Bayleigh Scott will attend Ole Miss University.
- Track/Cross Country: Kaitlyn Stark will attend St.Edwards University.
- Baseball: Tyler Riebock will attend Ouachita Baptist University.
- Baseball: Will Frizzell will attend Texas A&M University.
- Girls Golf: Sydney Garber will attend The University of Texas at Arlington.
- Girls Golf: Katie Reeves will attend Midwestern State University.
Congrats to Rockwall High School Class of 2017 Fall Signees
Katie Reeves, Jarrod Winston-Pendleton, and Michael Duvall
Katie Reeves Jarrod Winston-Pendleton and Michael Duvall awarded Rockwall High School Jacket Backers November Athletes of the Month
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The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Katie Reeves as the “Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month” submitted by Billy Watkins.
Shot below 80 in 3 of her 5 rounds of golf. Currently has a stroke average of 80. She helped the Lady Jackets place 1st-4th-5th in their tournaments. Katie is a team leader in every aspect of the word. She is one of the most dedicated and hardest working kids that has ever played for the Jackets. Katie is a great young lady. To see her grow and develop has been an awesome experience. She has also grown in to a fine young lady. She is very caring and is always willing to help someone if they need help. She is a player that every coach would love to coach. If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Rachel Cassady. |
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Jarrod Winston-Pendleton and Michael Duvall as the “Yellowjacket Athletes of the Month” submitted by Coach Quincy Williams and Brent Pohorsky.
Jarrod Winston-Pendleton led us in scoring & rebounding in our win over Newman Smith last Tuesday with 17 points & 11 rebounds. Jarrod is a fine young man who does a great job of being a leader not only in the class room but on the basketball floor. Michael Duvall's November accomplishments: 5-0 record with 4 pins and a major decision. 145 lb champion at Heath Invitational. Includes major decision (10-1) over returning state runner up. Michael Duvall is the type of kid you want in your program. He brings his hard hat every day to work hard and improve in practice. He is a class act in the classroom and in the wrestling room. If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Rachel Cassady. |
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Rockwall HS Boys BBall vs Lovejoy
Your RHS Yellowjackets traveled to Lovejoy Friday night to challenge the Leopards. The Varsity guys won in tough contest 46-41 with Tevin Williams leading the swarm with 13 points and 11 came from the free throw line. The Varsity boys start District play on Wednesday against Longview at 4:30 pm. Thanks for your support. #JFNDYour RHS Yellowjackets traveled to Lovejoy Friday night to challenge the Leopards. The Varsity guys won in tough contest 46-41 with Tevin Williams leading the swarm with 13 points and 11 came from the free throw line. The Varsity boys start District play on Wednesday against Longview at 4:30 pm. Thanks for your support. #JFND |
Matt Jones and Sydney Garber
Matt Jones and Sydney Garber awarded Rockwall High School Jacket Backers October Athletes of the Month
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The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Matt Jones as the “Yellowjacket Athlete of the Month” submitted by Coach Rodney Webb.
Matt, a senior on the varsity football team led the Jacket football team to a 3-0 record. In these three games, he passed for 852 yards and 6 TD's, rushed for 148 yards, caught a game-winning TD pass, and had a 41-yard punting average. Matt has been a consistent performer for the Jackets all season, but he has upped his game late in the season, when it matters most. Much of the Jackets' October success is attributable to his on the field play and leadership by example, both on and off the field. Matt had an outstanding October, giving his best when his best was needed. Other nominees include Matthew Watkins (golf). If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Rachel Cassady. |
The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers have selected Sydney Garber as the “Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month” submitted by Coach Billy Watkins.
Sydney, a member of the varsity golf team led the Lady Jackets in both tournaments this season. Tourney scores of 75-69-72 for a top 5 finish in both tournaments. The Lady Jackets won the first tournament and finished 4th in the second tournament. Sydney is a hard worker that has been a leader for the Lady Jackets for 3 years. She is a very consistent player and one that leads by example. Sydney's hard work has paid off for her as she has earned a scholarship to UTA. She is a leader every day and it is good to know that we will have a consistent low score from Sydney from one tournament to the next. She puts in the work and it's great to have her on the Lady Jacket golf team. Other nominees include Maddie Null (cross country). If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Rachel Cassady. |
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Men’s Gymnastics Posts Highest Score of the Season
Our Men’s gymnastics team competed last night in their 3rd meet of the season. We won with a season high score of 170.3. Congratulations to our guys, results are below: |
2016-17 RHS Men’s Gymnastics Team (Photo by Kathleen Cory)
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2016-17 RHS Lady Jackets Basketball Team
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Lady Jackets Take Down Frisco Reedy 52-35
Last night, the Lady Jackets swept the Frisco Reedy Lady Lions. Varsity had a great team effort to win 52- 35. Scoring was Faith Mason-Vestal with 11 points, Alena Johnston with 9 points, 8 boards, and 3 steals, and Mya Culiver with 8 points and 8 assists. Varsity will be in the Bishop Lynch Bob Stras Tournament playing Ursuline Academy Thursday at 4. JV won 40-16. Leading the way was Mikki Witcher with 15 points. JV will travel to play in the North Crowley Tournament and play Joshua at 3 on Thursday. Freshman won 65-10. Scoring was Emma Stelzer with 19 points, followed by Maya Jorif with 16 points. Freshman play in the Skyline Tournament and will play Duncanville at 5:30 on Thursday. B team will play Frisco Heritage in the Royse City tournament on Thursday at 10:15. |
Jackets Season Ends With Heartbreak In Allen
The Rockwall Yellowjackets magical run on the back half of the 2016 campaign came to a shocking end last Saturday against Coppell 29-25. The Jackets took the lead in the final 2 minutes of the football game and were looking like they would advance to the 3rd round for the 3rd straight season, but Coppell had other ideas on a wild play that resulted in a Cowboy touchdown.
The Jackets finish the season 6-6 and will look ahead to the 2017 season. Thank you to the fans, coaches, players and students for making 2016 one to remember!
by Chris Curtis, RISD Sports Marketing and Media Coordinator.
chris.curtis@rockwallisd.org
The Rockwall Yellowjackets magical run on the back half of the 2016 campaign came to a shocking end last Saturday against Coppell 29-25. The Jackets took the lead in the final 2 minutes of the football game and were looking like they would advance to the 3rd round for the 3rd straight season, but Coppell had other ideas on a wild play that resulted in a Cowboy touchdown.
The Jackets finish the season 6-6 and will look ahead to the 2017 season. Thank you to the fans, coaches, players and students for making 2016 one to remember!
by Chris Curtis, RISD Sports Marketing and Media Coordinator.
chris.curtis@rockwallisd.org
Rockwall Gymnastics Places 1st at Bell Invitational
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Rockwall Gymnastics Places 1st at Bell Invitational
The Rockwall gymnastics team competed Wednesday night in their 1st meet of the season at the Bell Invitational. Results are below: TEAM: 1st – 168.6 Rockwall
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Rockwall Sportscenter Yellowjacket Area Round Playoff Update and Ticket Information
Lady Jackets Take Home 5th Place at Texas Shootoutriday November 11th and Saturday November 12th, the Lady Jacket Varsity Golf Team took home 5th place in a very competitive field and a very difficult golf course at the Texas Shootout at Texarkana Country Club . Senior Sydney Garber also had the 5th best two day golf score.
Golfer Day 1
Golfer Day 1
- Sydney Garber 81 84 5th place
- Katie Reeves 89 84
- Alexis Morris 103 95
- Mackenzie Doss 106 103
- Hollie James 97 102
Jackets Claim 4th Straight Bi-District Championship
The Rockwall Yellowjackets are moving on to the Area Round after a 51-41 victory over the Montgomery Bears on Saturday afternoon. The Jackets were led by senior quarterback Matt Jones who threw for 271 yards and 4 touchdowns. Jones went 21-27 overall on the afternoon. AJ Blacknall ran for 89 yards and two touchdowns. Sam Crawford had 7 catches and 1 touchdown on the afternoon. Rodney Webb also pulled out his bag of tricks this afternoon and drew up not one, but two flea flickers that worked to perfection! Cole Talley caught both of those touchdowns! The Jackets will now move onto the Area Round to take on the Coppell Cowboys at Allen Eagle Stadium on November 19 at 1:00 p.m. Stay tuned on Monday for the Rockwall Sportscenter Yellowjacket Playoff Update! #JFND
Photography by Lisa Trammell
The Rockwall Yellowjackets are moving on to the Area Round after a 51-41 victory over the Montgomery Bears on Saturday afternoon. The Jackets were led by senior quarterback Matt Jones who threw for 271 yards and 4 touchdowns. Jones went 21-27 overall on the afternoon. AJ Blacknall ran for 89 yards and two touchdowns. Sam Crawford had 7 catches and 1 touchdown on the afternoon. Rodney Webb also pulled out his bag of tricks this afternoon and drew up not one, but two flea flickers that worked to perfection! Cole Talley caught both of those touchdowns! The Jackets will now move onto the Area Round to take on the Coppell Cowboys at Allen Eagle Stadium on November 19 at 1:00 p.m. Stay tuned on Monday for the Rockwall Sportscenter Yellowjacket Playoff Update! #JFND
Photography by Lisa Trammell
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"War on the Shore” event on Saturday, Nov. 12th
The world’s toughest sport took on the world’s toughest opponent in the “War on the Shore” event on Saturday, Nov. 12, which saw Rockwall and Lovejoy youth, middle school and high school wrestlers battle it out on the mat at The Harbor to raise funds for cancer research. Rockwall and Lovejoy wrestling partnered with Pin Cancer – a nonprofit organization which raises funds for cancer research through the sport of wrestling – for the event set against the beautiful backdrop of Lake Ray Hubbard. Thanks to the joint effort by both wrestling programs, over $5,600 was raised through donations and sponsorships. All the proceeds benefited Pin Cancer and St. Jude Children’s Hospital for patient care and cancer research. When Rockwall High School Wrestling coaches Wesley Pohorsky and Mike McMahon discussed putting on an outdoor wrestling event to raise money for cancer last fall, the idea gained a lot of support from the Rockwall Wrestling community. Rockwall wrestling’s Chris Vermillion works a breakdown during his match against his Lovejoy High School opponent. “I do not know an individual who has not been impacted in some way by cancer, be it a family member, friend, or friend of a friend,” said Coach McMahon. “Cancer is a vicious animal and Pin Cancer gave us a platform to help in their battle, allowing us to raise funds for patient care and research initiatives for St. Jude Children’s Hospital. “I could not be more proud of our kids, Rockwall Wrestling, past and present, and the entire Rockwall community, for supporting our event. The wrestlers were the ones on the mat, battling for a great cause. All involved walked away better people by supporting both high school programs as they wrestled for a cure. A lot of people came together to make this happen and that is a testament to the family that makes up the Rockwall Wrestling community. We cannot thank our sponsors, supporters, and the City of Rockwall enough for making this a memorable event, a memory that will last a lifetime as we do our part in helping others.” Story and photos by Austin Wells, Blue Ribbon News. |
Rockwall and Lovejoy youth, middle school and high school wrestlers
RHS Cross Country Teams Win Big at Annual Sting Meet
Rockwall High School saw its varsity boys and girls teams earn first place in the annual Sting meet on Saturday, Oct. 8. Eight schools participated in the meet, which included about 250 runners.
Leading off for varsity girls was Kaitlyn Stark in 1st place with a time of 20:42, followed by Allyson McCutcheon in 2nd place with a time of 21:04, taking 3rd place Ariel Hopkins with a time of 21:24, 4th place earned by Liah Collins at 21:29 and Maddie Null in 5th with a time of 21:32. Also placing for girls varsity was Rylie Robertson in 7th place at 22:46 and Abigail Graves in 9th with a time of 22:52.
Also competing in the girls varsity division were Kathryn Avery, Ana Gonzalez, Audrey Cdebaca, Faith Robertson, Annie McKee and Chloe Cavaness.
The boys varsity team was led by Damon Lewis in 2nd with a time of 18:02, followed by Austin Shumake in 3rd with a time of 18:33. Taking 6th was Jose Olivarez with a time of 19:06, Jack Hittson-Smith took 7th place at 19:10, Wilson Null came in 11th place with a time of 19:32. Also rounding off this varsity team was Campbell Kutac with a time of 20:22 and Nick Roland at 20:57.
Both the boys and girls junior varsity teams placed in the meet. Congratulations to the boys junior varsity for earning a first place team finish and the girls junior varsity for their 2nd place team finish!
The Rockwall XC students have their district meet on Oct. 22 in Tyler and the regional meet the following week.
Race results can be found at stinginvitecrosscountry.itsyourrace.com/ResultsAdvanced.aspx?id=6443&y=2016&eid=41177.
Leading off for varsity girls was Kaitlyn Stark in 1st place with a time of 20:42, followed by Allyson McCutcheon in 2nd place with a time of 21:04, taking 3rd place Ariel Hopkins with a time of 21:24, 4th place earned by Liah Collins at 21:29 and Maddie Null in 5th with a time of 21:32. Also placing for girls varsity was Rylie Robertson in 7th place at 22:46 and Abigail Graves in 9th with a time of 22:52.
Also competing in the girls varsity division were Kathryn Avery, Ana Gonzalez, Audrey Cdebaca, Faith Robertson, Annie McKee and Chloe Cavaness.
The boys varsity team was led by Damon Lewis in 2nd with a time of 18:02, followed by Austin Shumake in 3rd with a time of 18:33. Taking 6th was Jose Olivarez with a time of 19:06, Jack Hittson-Smith took 7th place at 19:10, Wilson Null came in 11th place with a time of 19:32. Also rounding off this varsity team was Campbell Kutac with a time of 20:22 and Nick Roland at 20:57.
Both the boys and girls junior varsity teams placed in the meet. Congratulations to the boys junior varsity for earning a first place team finish and the girls junior varsity for their 2nd place team finish!
The Rockwall XC students have their district meet on Oct. 22 in Tyler and the regional meet the following week.
Race results can be found at stinginvitecrosscountry.itsyourrace.com/ResultsAdvanced.aspx?id=6443&y=2016&eid=41177.
RHS Volleyball
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Lady Jackets Spark Comeback Win Versus Lake Highlands
It was a great night of volleyball at Rockwall High School on Tuesday night! After trailing 2 sets to 1, your Varsity Jackets dug deep for a five set victory, edging out Lake Highlands 15-13 in the final set. Forth year varsity starter, Bayleigh Scott, dominated at the net offensively and defensively while outside hitters, Marissa Roof and Victoria Garza, notched 13 and 14 kills respectively. The Junior Varsity improved to 2-0, finishing off Lake Highlands in straight sets (25-15, 25-21). Freshman, Halle Riley led the team with 7 kills. Kenzie Berryman set the tone on defense with 10 digs, and Megan Browning racked up 13 assists and 4 aces in the victory. The Freshman A team lost a three set heartbreaker (25-22, 15-25, 26-28). The team showed marked improvement in just one week. Kim Tolman recorded 19 digs, Ryann Kiker dished out 10 assists, and Anna Overstreet led the team with 6 kills and 7 service points. The Freshman B team defeated Lake Highlands (25-18, 25-22). Bell Carrillo picked apart the opponent from the service line, hammering home 12 aces while Maya Jorif crushed 2 kills. #JFND! |
9-9 Rockwall Sportscenter Update
The Rockwall Yellowjackets fell to the Rowlett Eagles in a close battle at the Cotton Bowl on Saturday afternoon. Rockwall has a short week to get ready for their home opener against Southlake Carroll.
The Rockwall Yellowjackets fell to the Rowlett Eagles in a close battle at the Cotton Bowl on Saturday afternoon. Rockwall has a short week to get ready for their home opener against Southlake Carroll.
Community enjoys Jackets football, supports Helping Hands at Spring Swarm 2016
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(ROCKWALL, TX – May 26, 2016) The community came out to show their Jacket pride and helped the Jacket Backers Booster Club conclude a successful food drive for Rockwall County Helping Hands on Tuesday’s Spring Swarm football game showcasing the 2016 Rockwall High School Yellowjackets junior varsity and varsity football squads.
Folks enjoyed Jacket Backers promotions, special guests, and a 7-on-7 matchup between Utley and Williams Middle School during halftime of the varsity game. Admission to the event was $2 per person or free with a donation of two canned goods. Jacket Backers collected $1,513 in admission proceeds to benefit Helping Hands. Rockwall County Helping Hands is the main social services provider for the county, and recently celebrated its 40th anniversary providing for underserved families through its Assistance and Referral Program, Food Pantry and Health Center. The Jacket Backers Booster Club is a non-profit association formed to maximize fundraising efforts for Rockwall High School sports, and other charitable activities that promote the development of good character, high morale, maximum effort, the highest standards of sportsmanship, competitive spirit, pride, and community service. For more information visit http://www.jacketboosters.com/ The Rockwall Yellowjackets will visit the Cotton Bowl this upcoming season to take on the Rowlett Eagles on Saturday, September 3. The game will kick off at 1:00 p.m. Tickets are on pre-sale order starting now until June 2 and will be available for $6.00 (with service fee) online. Tickets will go on sale for general admission after June 2 and will be $8.00 (with service fee). Story and photos by Austin Wells, Blue Ribbon News editor. Austin@blueribbonnews.com |