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AHS powerlifters take first in Fairfield

The Athens High School boys powerlifting team competed in a district meet in Fairfield on Feb. 4 and brought home the first-place trophy. They have also placed first at an invitational meet in Malakoff. Pictured (top row, from left) are Antonio Miranda, Alfredo Miranda, Daniel Vazquez, Manuel Vazquez, Logan Fuller, Omar Hernandez, Joseph Mahmoud and (bottom row, from left) Josiah Jones, Maalik Hall, Joshua West, Noah Bush and Chad Walker. (Toni Garrard Clay/AISD)

In the 123-pound class, Omar Hernandez was second, Manuel Vazquez third and Daniel Vazquez sixth.
In the 148-pound class, Joseph Mahmoud was first.
In the 181-pound class, Maalik Hall was first.
In the 198-pound class, Logan Fuller was first and Antonio Miranda was fifth.
In the 242-pound class, Noah Bush was first, and Alfredo Miranda was second.
In the 275-pound class, Chad Walker was first.
In the super heavyweight class, Josh West was first.

Alumni softball tournament scheduled

By Shelbie Johnson

The date has been set: June 4! It’s time to start spreading the word for the Second Annual Alumni tournament.

Last year we had an amazing turnout and this year we are hoping to have even more! We raised over $1,200 for an amazing non-profit organization, the Henderson county Alzheimer’s coalition, and this year all proceeds will again be donated to them.

This year’s shirts will say “Still Got Game” (actual shirt design will come later). Prices will be the same as last year: $20 to play (that will include a shirt), $15 if you just want a shirt, and $5 admission fee if you are coming to watch and enjoy the event.

We are changing a few things up this year. Many people asked if we could open it up to more than just Athens High School Alumni, and I have to say I love the idea. Another thing we changed is we are giving you the option to make your own teams.

This tournament is all about having people get together and raise money for a great cause. I hope to see everyone from last year and many more. So come and help a great cause. There is an account already set up at First State Bank Tyler Street, and you can prepay for your shirt order with teller Kenzi Lynne.

TVCC to Play 4Kay on Wednesday, Feb. 17

By Benny Rogers/TVCC Sports Information

For a ninth straight year, Trinity Valley Community College is teaming up with the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association to raise awareness in the fight against breast cancer.

TVCC is participating in the WBCA’s Play 4Kay initiative, which began as “Think Pink” in 2007. TVCC has designated the Wednesday, Feb. 17, game against Angelina College at Cardinal Gym as its Play 4Kay event. Game time is 5:30 p.m.

The initiative is named in memory of former North Carolina State head women’s basketball coach Kay Yow, who died after a third recurrence of breast cancer in January 2009. The movement continues to grow and change lives, especially during February.

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AHS swimmers compete at regionals

Allison Hardin (far left), Lauren Takata and Esther Granillo competed in the Regional Swim Meet held in Lewisville this past weekend, all advancing to the finals round. Hardin placed second in the 200 freestyle and the 100 freestyle, with only 8/100 of a second separating her from first place. Takata placed sixth in the 100 backstroke and the 50 freestyle. Granillo competed in the 100 freestyle. “I have an overwhelming sense of pride for these swimmers and their representation of Athens,” said swim coach Audrey Haley. (File photo)

ACPA swimmers headed to state

The Athens Christian Preparatory Academy girls swim team traveled to Mansfield this past weekend to compete in the north regional TAPPS swim championships. ACPA is a Division 3 school and was competing against schools from as far north as Amarillo, west Abilene, south Waco and east Texarkana.

When the meet was over ACPA finished fourth. This was amazing since ACPA only had two girls competing.

Representing ACPA were sophomore Casey Clark and senior Mary Cheadle. The top two finishers in each event earned an automatic bid to the state swim championships in San Antonio Feb.

13-14. Casey earned spots in the 200 yard freestyle and 100 yard backstroke finishing second in both events . Mary earned her spot in the 500 yard freestyle and also finished fourth in the 50 yard free.

The girls swam really well posting personal best times in all their events.

“I am very proud of their effort and results,” said swim coach Willy Robson. “We went to the meet with one goal and that was to get to state. Both girls accomplished our goal so we have had a very successful season.”