https://www.springtownepigraph.com/author/5,eddy-prather en Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:24:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1741,scrimmages-ready-lady-porcupines-for-seasonSpringtown High School volleyball opened 2026 play with a pair of scrimmages as head coach Abby Zipoy and the Lady Porcupines began evaluating their lineup before regular season play.Springtown travel...]]> Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:24:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1741,scrimmages-ready-lady-porcupines-for-season https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1740,walker-paces-porcupines-at-azle-cross-country-meetThe Springtown High School cross-country team took the short trip along State Highway 199 Aug. 7 to compete in the Azle ISD Clash of the Classes cross-country meet at Azle’s year-old course.The course...]]> Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:14:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1740,walker-paces-porcupines-at-azle-cross-country-meet https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1739,new-football-rules-await-texas-teams-in-2026Texas high school football teams will see several rule changes when the 2026 season begins, including a shorter penalty for offensive pass interference and a new option following a fair catch.The Univ...]]> Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:13:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1739,new-football-rules-await-texas-teams-in-2026 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1738,porcupines-open-fall-practice-with-high-expectationsSpringtown football opened fall practice Aug. 3 as the Porcupines gear up for the 2026 season.Expectations are high after another successful season, and Springtown enters the fall with statewide recog...]]> Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:41:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1738,porcupines-open-fall-practice-with-high-expectations https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1736,here-s-where-local-sports-folks-go-on-the-recordWhat is your name and grade?“My name is Abigail Carr and I’m a senior.”How long have you been in the band?“I’ve been in band since the sixth grade. I play the saxophone and I’m a drum major.”Do you ha...]]> Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:34:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1736,here-s-where-local-sports-folks-go-on-the-record https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1735,oh-thank-heavenThe city of Reno held a groundbreaking ceremony Friday, Aug. 7, for a new 7-Eleven at 4470 E. Highway 199, a development city officials hope will bring additional retail growth to the community.Repres...]]> Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:11:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1735,oh-thank-heaven https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1724,lady-porcupines-reload-after-region-i-final-runSpringtown High School volleyball enters the 2026 season hoping to build on its 43-win campaign and trip to the Region I final last year.The Lady Porcupines finished 43-10 overall and 12-3 in district...]]> Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:28:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1724,lady-porcupines-reload-after-region-i-final-run https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1723,walker-3rd-at-cheyenne-frontier-daysCole Walker, a 2021 graduate of Springtown High School, took third place in steer wrestling at the 130th Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo in Cheyenne, Wyoming, one of professional rodeo’s premier annual e...]]> Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:23:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1723,walker-3rd-at-cheyenne-frontier-days https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1722,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Trent OwensWhat is your name and grade?“My name is Trent Owens, and I am a senior at Springtown High School.”How long have you played football?”“Since peewee, all here in Springtown. I play...]]> Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:18:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1722,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1721,hulett-one-of-texas-most-underrated-coachesSpringtown head football coach Brian Hulett has spent nearly two decades building consistent playoff programs — something that has earned him statewide recognition.Dave Campbell’s Texas Football magaz...]]> Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:12:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1721,hulett-one-of-texas-most-underrated-coaches https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1720,pojo-magic-remains-part-of-springtown-football-traditionAlthough it’s not Springtown High School’s official fight song or alma mater, “POJO Magic” has become part of the Friday night soundtrack for generations of Porcupine football players and fans.SHS gra...]]> Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:57:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1720,pojo-magic-remains-part-of-springtown-football-tradition https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1700,lady-porcupines-build-for-the-future-at-volleyball-campThe future of Springtown High School volleyball was on display at the Lady Porcupine Volleyball Summer Camp July 27-29 with a large turnout of young athletes preparing for the upcoming season.The camp...]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:19:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1700,lady-porcupines-build-for-the-future-at-volleyball-camp https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1699,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Morgan RussellWhat is your name and grade?“My name is Morgan Russell and I will be a senior.”How long have you been in the band?”“Band has been my interest for at least six years. I’m now a...]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:15:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1699,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1698,where-it-all-startedAfter more than 30 years in education and serving in nearly every leadership role imaginable, Mike Comeaux has come full circle.The former superintendent has returned to where his career began — coach...]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:10:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1698,where-it-all-started https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1697,coaching-school-gives-athletic-staff-a-boostAround Texas, coaches simply call it "Coaching School."Officially known as the Texas High School Coaches Association Coaching School and Convention, the annual event has long served as the unofficial...]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:05:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1697,coaching-school-gives-athletic-staff-a-boost https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1694,sound-of-springtown-marches-toward-football-seasonWhile many students are enjoying the final weeks of summer break, members of the Sound of Springtown are already on the practice field, enduring triple-digit temperatures as they prepare for the upcom...]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:40:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1694,sound-of-springtown-marches-toward-football-season https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1679,lewis-named-best-lifterSummer offers a break from competition for many high school athletes, but not for the Springtown High School girls powerlifting team.Three Lady Porcupine lifters competed July 17 at Sherman High Schoo...]]> Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:44:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1679,lewis-named-best-lifter https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1674,contreras-goes-2-2-at-fargo-national-tournamentSpringtown High School junior Dominic Contreras finished with a 2-2 record in the 16U Greco-Roman division at the 2026 U.S. Marine Corps Junior Nationals in Fargo, North Dakota.Contreras opened the to...]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:44:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1674,contreras-goes-2-2-at-fargo-national-tournament https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1673,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Reagan BeallWhat is your name and grade?“Reagan Beall. I will be a senior.”How long have you played volleyball?”“Oh, I’ve been playing volleyball probably since first grade.”Do you have any...]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:36:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1673,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1672,girls-basketball-camp-draws-more-than-50-young-athletesSpringtown High School head girls basketball coach Ken Thompson welcomed more than 50 campers to the annual girls basketball camp July 14-16 at the SHS gym.The three-day camp was open to girls enterin...]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:24:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1672,girls-basketball-camp-draws-more-than-50-young-athletes https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1671,springtown-hosts-annual-youth-football-campSpringtown Football Camp for students entering second through sixth grades was held July 14-16 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Springtown High School indoor athletic facility. A large group of young athle...]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:10:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1671,springtown-hosts-annual-youth-football-camp https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1658,ffa-members-earn-lone-star-degreesThe Springtown High School FFA chapter celebrated several accomplishments during the 98th Texas FFA State Convention held July 6-10 at the Fort Worth Convention Center.More than 12,000 FFA members, ad...]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:37:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1658,ffa-members-earn-lone-star-degrees https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1657,making-porcupines ]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:20:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1657,making-porcupines https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1656,mic-d-up-for-the-porcupinesWhat began as three friends believing they could do a better job calling a football game has grown into one of Springtown's favorite traditions.Since 2018, Rick Beal, Mark Bryant and Jay Grubis have b...]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:13:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1656,mic-d-up-for-the-porcupines https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1655,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Kaine HillWhat is your name and grade?“Kaine Hill. I will be a senior.”How long have you played football”“I have played football now for about 10 years.”Do you have any pets?“I do. I have a...]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:56:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1655,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1654,kolb-qualifies-for-usatf-junior-olympicsSpringtown High School discus thrower Mariam Kolb will continue her summer track and field season on the national stage after qualifying for the 2026 USA Track & Field National Junior Olympic Cham...]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:48:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1654,kolb-qualifies-for-usatf-junior-olympics https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1652,springtown-esports-team-third-in-national-tournamentThe Springtown High School esports team continued its successful summer by placing third at the Amateur Esports Association National Tournament July 10-11 in Frisco.The tournament featured a hybrid fo...]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:36:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1652,springtown-esports-team-third-in-national-tournament https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1633,fifa-world-cupFIFA World CupThe FIFA World Cup 2026 began June 11. While players may not take to the pitch until mid-June, excitement for the quadrennial competition is already high. As fans anxiously await the act...]]> Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:36:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1633,fifa-world-cup https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1632,records-are-made-to-be-broken-or-are-theyRecords are made to be broken, but some seem likely to stand for a very long time.It is always interesting to look back through the Springtown High School record book and wonder which accomplishments...]]> Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:10:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1632,records-are-made-to-be-broken-or-are-they https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1631,springtown-esports-program-reaches-national-stageSpringtown High School's esports program continues to make its mark at the state and national levels.The Porcupines delivered an impressive performance during the 2026 Texas Esports Scholastic Federat...]]> Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:59:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1631,springtown-esports-program-reaches-national-stage https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1630,are-you-ready-for-some-football-well-soccerIf you are anything like me, you have to be impressed by the 2026 FIFA World Cup taking place throughout North America. The United States, Canada and Mexico are serving as hosts this year. AT&T St...]]> Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:56:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1630,are-you-ready-for-some-football-well-soccer https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1629,terry-finds-new-home-at-the-azle-news-springtown-epigraphAshley Terry joined The Azle News and Springtown Epigraph in September 2025 after several years at the Hood County News. She said she was ready for a new challenge and an opportunity to broaden her ex...]]> Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:51:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1629,terry-finds-new-home-at-the-azle-news-springtown-epigraph https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1608,lady-porcupines-take-national-stage-at-usav-championshipsFour Lady Porcupines are competing at the 2026 USA Volleyball Girls Junior National Championship, one of the largest and most prestigious club volleyball events in the country. The tournament is being...]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:55:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1608,lady-porcupines-take-national-stage-at-usav-championships https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1607,leadership-takes-root-at-area-iv-campMembers of the 2026-27 Springtown FFA officer team spent part of their summer sharpening their leadership skills at the Area IV Leadership Camp.Representing Springtown FFA at the camp were President T...]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:48:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1607,leadership-takes-root-at-area-iv-camp https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1606,kolb-earns-spot-on-thsca-super-elite-teamSpringtown High School junior Mariam Kolb has been named to the Texas High School Coaches Association Track and Field Super Elite Team following an outstanding season in the discus.Kolb represented Sp...]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:41:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1606,kolb-earns-spot-on-thsca-super-elite-team https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1605,porcupines-open-season-ranked-no-3-in-class-4a-divisionThe Springtown Porcupines enter the 2026 football season with plenty of statewide attention.According to preseason rankings released by Dave Campbell's Texas Football, Springtown is ranked No. 3 in Cl...]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:33:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1605,porcupines-open-season-ranked-no-3-in-class-4a-division https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1604,porcupines-test-their-might-at-tabc-showcaseThe Springtown Porcupines spent part of their summer competing against some of the top basketball teams in Texas at the 2026 Texas Association of Basketball Coaches Showcase.The event was held June 26...]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:29:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1604,porcupines-test-their-might-at-tabc-showcase https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1582,shs-wrestler-earns-trip-to-national-championshipsSpringtown High School junior wrestler Dominic Contreras will represent his school and community on one of the biggest stages in amateur wrestling when he travels to Fargo, North Dakota, in July to co...]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:32:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1582,shs-wrestler-earns-trip-to-national-championships https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1581,spray-earns-tgca-class-4a-all-state-honorSpringtown High School pitcher Kylee Spray, who graduated in May, added one more honor to an already impressive career after being named to the Texas Girls Coaches Association Class 4A All-State Softb...]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:24:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1581,spray-earns-tgca-class-4a-all-state-honor https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1580,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Dalton StarrWhat is your name and grade?“My name is Dalton Starr and I’ll be a junior.”Do you have any pets?“Yes, I have a black lab and a chihuahua, and we have a bunch of cats.”What is yo...]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:20:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1580,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1579,crain-earns-prestigious-super-elite-selectionSpringtown High School golfer Dixie Crain has added another major honor to her growing list of accomplishments after being selected to the 2025-26 Girls Golf Super Elite Team.The prestigious recogniti...]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:05:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1579,crain-earns-prestigious-super-elite-selection https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1578,riley-sees-strong-turnout-at-summer-basketball-campSpringtown boys basketball coach Jason Riley wrapped up another successful summer basketball camp June 15-17 when more than 50 athletes in grades six through nine took part in three days of instructio...]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:58:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1578,riley-sees-strong-turnout-at-summer-basketball-camp https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1568,pojo-maker-tops-300-athletes The 2026 POJO Maker Speed and Strength Camp has reached a milestone with more than 300 student-athletes taking part in this summer's program, the largest turnout in the camp's history.Athletic c...]]> Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:26:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1568,pojo-maker-tops-300-athletes https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1567,gaston-brothers-battle-through-highs-lows-at-boyd-racewayThe stands were packed and the engines were roaring Friday night at Boyd Raceway as Springtown brothers Cameron and Christian Gaston took to the dirt in another night of sport modified competition.The...]]> Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:14:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1567,gaston-brothers-battle-through-highs-lows-at-boyd-raceway https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1566,lady-porcupines-sharpen-skillsSummer may be in full swing, but the work toward basketball season is already underway for the Springtown Lady Porcupines.Head girls basketball coach Ken Thompson put his players through a 30-minute s...]]> Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:03:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1566,lady-porcupines-sharpen-skills https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1565,basketball-camp-focuses-on-fundamentals-building-the-futureThe next generation of Porcupine basketball players hit the court June 8-10 as Springtown's annual boys basketball camp tipped off with a strong turnout and an emphasis on the fundamentals of the game...]]> Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:53:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1565,basketball-camp-focuses-on-fundamentals-building-the-future https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1551,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Riley MorrisonWhat is your name and grade?“My name is Riley Morrison and I’m going into my senior year.”Do you have any pets?“Yeah, I have three dogs, Duke, Pepper and Dandy.”What is your f...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:47:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1551,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1547,kamryn-cleveland-scac-male-athlete-of-the-meetMcMurry sophomore Kamryn Cleveland continues to establish himself as one of the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference's premier track and field athletes.The 2024 Springtown High School graduate was...]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:30:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1547,kamryn-cleveland-scac-male-athlete-of-the-meet https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1539,baseball-camp-keeps-porcupine-momentum-rollingThe future of Springtown baseball was on display June 1-3 as approximately 60 young athletes participated in the Springtown High School Summer Baseball Camp.Led by head coach Colin Crawford and member...]]> Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:10:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1539,baseball-camp-keeps-porcupine-momentum-rolling https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1538,future-lady-porcupines-take-field-at-summer-softball-campThe future of Springtown softball was on display June 1-3 as Lady Porcupine head coach Carey Robertson and his staff hosted the annual Springtown Softball Camp at Lady Porcupine Softball Stadium.A tot...]]> Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:01:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1538,future-lady-porcupines-take-field-at-summer-softball-camp https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1537,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Makinze NationWhat is your name and grade?“My name is Makenzie Nation and I’m going into my senior year.”Do you have any pets?“Yeah, I have a dog named Biscuit.”What is your favorite class...]]> Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:53:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1537,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1536,from-porcupine-to-proFew athletes from Springtown High School have traveled a football path quite like Brendan Hall.The 2021 Springtown valedictorian has gone from kicking and punting for the Porcupines to playing college...]]> Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:39:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1536,from-porcupine-to-pro https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1514,springtown-rodeo-team-showcases-talent-at-nthsra-finalsThe Springtown High School Rodeo Team was well represented at the North Texas High School Rodeo Association Finals held May 29-30 at the historic Cowtown Coliseum, where the area's top rodeo athletes...]]> Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:14:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1514,springtown-rodeo-team-showcases-talent-at-nthsra-finals https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1510,vintage-cars-roll-into-springtown-square-each-saturdayEvery Saturday morning, the downtown square in Springtown transforms into a showcase of chrome, horsepower and automotive history as vintage car owners gather to display their prized vehicles and shar...]]> Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:26:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1510,vintage-cars-roll-into-springtown-square-each-saturday https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1498,contreras-earns-trip-to-fargo-nationalsSpringtown High School wrestler Dominic Contreras has qualified for the USA Wrestling National Freestyle Championships, set for July 9-18 inside the Fargo Dome in Fargo, North Dakota. Contreras will c...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 11:23:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1498,contreras-earns-trip-to-fargo-nationals https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1496,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Alyssa ForbesWhat is your name and grade?“Alyssa Forbes. I am a senior.”How long have you played volleyball?“I have played volleyball for seven years.”Do you have any pets?“I do. I have a d...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 11:15:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1496,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1495,huddle-upEddy Prather was a coach and teacher for 39 years, 19 of those in the Azle ISD. He is now the sports reporter for The Azle News and the Springtown Epigraph.Sports used to be a fun way for students to...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 11:09:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1495,huddle-up https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1492,springtown-athletics-delivers-memorable-2025-26-school-yearThe 2025-26 school year turned into another memorable athletic campaign for Springtown High School as the Porcupines and Lady Porcupines continued establishing themselves as one of the premier Class 4...]]> Wed, 27 May 2026 09:03:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1492,springtown-athletics-delivers-memorable-2025-26-school-year https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1468,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Yancy MartinezWhat is your name and grade?“Yancy Martinez. I am a senior.”How long have you played volleyball?“I have played volleyball now for 10 years.”Do you have any pets?“I do. I have...]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 11:23:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1468,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1467,kolb-takes-7th-at-uil-state-track-meet Miriam Kolb represented her school well at the UIL State Track and Field Meet in Austin after qualifying in the discus competition.Kolb finished seventh at the state meet, closing out what head...]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 11:15:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1467,kolb-takes-7th-at-uil-state-track-meet https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1466,tri-county-flag-football-crowns-super-bowl-championsThe Tri-County Flag Football League wrapped up its spring season Saturday, May 16, by crowning Super Bowl champions in multiple age divisions at the playground fields at Springtown Elementary School.T...]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 10:55:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1466,tri-county-flag-football-crowns-super-bowl-champions https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1464,porcupines-playoff-run-ends-in-regional-semifinalsThe Springtown High School baseball season came to an end in the Class 4A Region I semifinals as the Porcupines fell to Canyon West Plains in a best-of-three playoff series at Midland Greenwood High S...]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 10:13:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1464,porcupines-playoff-run-ends-in-regional-semifinals https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1463,cross-timbers-hosts-world-class-field-at-u-s-women-s-open-qualifierCross Timbers Golf Course in Azle was buzzing Wednesday, May 13, as 78 amateur and professional golfers competed in a 36-hole qualifier for the 81st U.S. Women’s Open Championship.The prestigious qual...]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 09:59:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1463,cross-timbers-hosts-world-class-field-at-u-s-women-s-open-qualifier https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1436,lady-pines-season-ends-in-regional-semifinalsThe Springtown High School Lady Porcupines saw their impressive 2026 softball season come to an end Thursday and Friday, May 7-8, as West Plains completed a two-game sweep in the regional semifinals a...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 10:48:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1436,lady-pines-season-ends-in-regional-semifinals https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1435,porcupines-earn-area-titleThe Springtown Porcupines are headed to the regional semifinals after defeating Stephenville in a hard-fought three-game area playoff series last week in Godley.Springtown claimed the series two games...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 10:41:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1435,porcupines-earn-area-title https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1434,crain-named-1st-team-all-stateLady Porcupine golfer Dixie Crain has been selected to the First Team All-State by the Texas Association of Golf Coaches following another impressive season on the links.Crain, a sophomore at Springto...]]> Tue, 12 May 2026 10:32:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1434,crain-named-1st-team-all-state https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1427,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Bailey WalkerWhat is your name and grade?“Bailey Walker, I am a senior.”How long have you played volleyball?“I have played volleyball since fourth grade.”Do you have any pets?“I do. I have...]]> Thu, 07 May 2026 21:22:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1427,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1426,shs-seniors-sign-for-next-chapter-on-spring-signing-daySpringtown High School celebrated the future of its graduating class during a spring signing day event Tuesday, May 5 recognizing students continuing their athletic, academic, fine arts and military c...]]> Thu, 07 May 2026 21:03:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1426,shs-seniors-sign-for-next-chapter-on-spring-signing-day https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1424,cross-timbers-golf-course-hosts-u-s-women-s-open-qualifierCross Timbers Golf Course will serve as the site of a prestigious national golf qualifying event Wednesday, May 13, when the course hosts an official U.S. Women’s Open qualifying tournament conducted...]]> Thu, 07 May 2026 14:47:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1424,cross-timbers-golf-course-hosts-u-s-women-s-open-qualifier https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1423,springtown-athletic-calendar]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 17:07:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1423,springtown-athletic-calendar https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1422,pojo-pulseBASEBALLThe Porcupine varsity baseball team won the bidistrict championship title, taking down Carter Riverside 26-0 in Game 1 and 11-0 in Game 2 to sweep the series. The Pines advance to the nex...]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 17:02:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1422,pojo-pulse https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1421,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Dixie Mae CrainWhat is your name and grade?“Dixie Crain. I am a sophomore.”How long have you played golf?“I started when I was 5 years old. At 7 years old I got into tournaments.”Do you hav...]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 16:57:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1421,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1420,lady-pines-power-into-regional-semifinalsThe Lady Porcupines softball team is moving on … again.The team advanced to the regional semifinals following a convincing two-game sweep of Big Spring in the area round and will now face West Plains...]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 16:51:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1420,lady-pines-power-into-regional-semifinals https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1419,porcupines-power-into-area-roundThe Springtown Porcupines are keeping their postseason run alive in emphatic fashion.Springtown baseball advanced to the area round of the playoffs after a commanding two-game sweep of Carter Riversid...]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 16:42:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1419,porcupines-power-into-area-round https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1418,springtown-rodeo-team-rides-into-spotlightThe Springtown High School rodeo team continues to build momentum this season, currently sitting in third place among more than 60 schools across North Texas as it prepares to send a strong group of c...]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 08:45:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1418,springtown-rodeo-team-rides-into-spotlight https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1399,crain-returns-to-state-stage-with-confidence-composureSpringtown High School sophomore Dixie Crain is headed back to the biggest stage in Texas high school golf.Crain will compete in the 2026 UIL Class 4A Girls State Golf Championship May 4-5 at Legends...]]> Fri, 01 May 2026 13:43:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1399,crain-returns-to-state-stage-with-confidence-composure https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1390,pojo-pulseBASEBALLThe Porcupine varsity ended the baseball regular season by splitting a pair of district games with Decatur. On Monday, April 20 the Porcupines traveled to Decatur and dropped the Eagles 4...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:06:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1390,pojo-pulse https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1389,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Reiss DeLaFuenteWhat is your name and grade?“Reiss DeLaFuente. I am a sophomore.”How long have you played softball?“I’ve played softball I guess eight years now.”Do you have any pets?“Oh ye...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:01:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1389,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1387,lady-pines-power-past-fw-southwest-in-bidistrict-routIn front of a packed home crowd, the Springtown Lady Porcupines swung for the fences Friday night, April rolling to a commanding 16-4 win over Fort Worth Southwest in a one-game bidistrict playoff.The...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:54:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1387,lady-pines-power-past-fw-southwest-in-bidistrict-rout https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1384,nthsra-finals-return-to-fort-worth-stockyardsThe North Texas High School Rodeo Association will celebrate 54 years of competition when it hosts its season-ending finals May 29-30 at Cowtown Coliseum in the historic Fort Worth Stockyards.The two-...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:47:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1384,nthsra-finals-return-to-fort-worth-stockyards https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1381,porcupines-fall-just-short-of-district-title-turn-focus-to-playoffsPorcupine baseball came within a run of a district championship, but the team’s postseason hopes remain firmly intact.Springtown will enter the 2026 UIL Class 4A playoffs after finishing second in Dis...]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:38:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1381,porcupines-fall-just-short-of-district-title-turn-focus-to-playoffs https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1369,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Mariam KolbWhat is your name and grade?Mariam Kolb. I am a sophomore.How does it feel to be district and area champion?Really good, yeah, I’m really happy. My goal now is making it to state...]]> Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:16:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1369,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1368,coming-up-in-springtown-sports]]> Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:13:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1368,coming-up-in-springtown-sports https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1367,pojo-pulseBASEBALLThe Porcupine varsity swept Castleberry Tuesday, April 14 and Friday, April 17. On Tuesday, April 14 the Porcupines hosted Castleberry at Porcupine stadium and thrashed the Lions 17-0. Sp...]]> Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:08:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1367,pojo-pulse https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1362,pojo-track-sends-strong-group-to-regionalsThe Springtown track and field program turned in a standout performance on its home track as the Porcupines and Lady Porcupines combined for a strong showing at the area meet held Wednesday and Thursd...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:12:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1362,pojo-track-sends-strong-group-to-regionals https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1358,springtown-ffa-caps-busy-season-with-strong-showingsAs the 2025-26 school year winds down, Springtown FFA members are closing out a productive competition and stock show season marked by growth, new opportunities and strong individual performances.One...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:01:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1358,springtown-ffa-caps-busy-season-with-strong-showings https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1357,crain-claims-first-place-medalist-advances-to-stateSpringtown sophomore Dixie Mae Crain is headed back to the state tournament, and this time, she’s going with momentum.Crain turned in a steady, championship-caliber performance at the Region 1-4A golf...]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:52:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1357,crain-claims-first-place-medalist-advances-to-state https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1339,coming-up-in-springtown-sports]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:14:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1339,coming-up-in-springtown-sports https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1338,pojo-pulseBASEBALLThe Porcupine varsity squad lost to Iowa Park 3-1 Tuesday, April 7. Both teams battled on the mound Tuesday night, but the Iowa Park Hawks came out on top. Cash Smith started on the mound...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:53:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1338,pojo-pulse https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1337,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: The Twins: Hannah and Caroline DittmarWhat are your names and grade?Hannah and Caroline Dittmar. We are in the ninth grade.How long have you been participating in track?Hannah said “Like, a...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:49:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1337,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1336,tedder-commits-to-mcneese-state-volleyballSpringtown volleyball standout Libby Tedder has announced her commitment to continue her playing career at McNeese State University, giving the Lady Porcupines another major milestone in one of the pr...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:42:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1336,tedder-commits-to-mcneese-state-volleyball https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1334,lady-pines-jv-girls-boys-capture-district-track-titles-at-homeHosting the District 8-4A Track and Field Championships April 8-9 at Porcupine Stadium, the Springtown Porcupines enjoyed a dominant showing, with the varsity and JV girls both claiming district team...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:25:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1334,lady-pines-jv-girls-boys-capture-district-track-titles-at-home https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1330,springtown-ffa-sends-three-teams-to-state-competitionSpringtown High School FFA continues to build on its reputation as one of the area’s premier agricultural programs, turning in another standout spring competition season with multiple teams earning be...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:16:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1330,springtown-ffa-sends-three-teams-to-state-competition https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1320,lady-porcupine-powerlifting-team-honoredSpringtown ISD School Board honored the Lady Porcupines Powerlifting team that finished third at state. Also recognized for his achievements, Dominic Contreras for qualifying to the State wrestling to...]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:17:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1320,lady-porcupine-powerlifting-team-honored https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1319,lady-porcupines-set-school-record-in-mile-relayThe Lady Porcupines mile relay set a new school record running a 405:05.57. Coach Tayler Jones bused his mile relay team to the Decatur Invitational to help keep his team in shape before the district...]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:13:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1319,lady-porcupines-set-school-record-in-mile-relay https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1318,pojo-pulseBASEBALLThe Porcupine varsity swept another district series, this time taking two from Eagle Mountain. On Tuesday, March 31 the Porcupines traveled to Eagle Mountain and took a 10-1 victory from...]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:08:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1318,pojo-pulse https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1317,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Addison ShirleyWhat is your name and grade?Addison Shirley and I am a junior at Springtown High School.How long have you been participating in Winterguard?This season will make my third yea...]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:02:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1317,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1316,burkburnett-hands-lady-pines-district-setbackThe Lady Porcupines had an off night Tuesday at home, falling to Burkburnett in district softball action.The Lady Bulldogs struck early, chasing starting pitcher Sage Jacobson after a quick start at t...]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:54:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1316,burkburnett-hands-lady-pines-district-setback https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1315,springtown-ffa-vet-science-team-competes-across-texasSpring is a busy season for Springtown FFA, and the Porcupines’ veterinary science team has been on the road preparing for the Area IV Career Development Event state qualifying competition.The team co...]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:46:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1315,springtown-ffa-vet-science-team-competes-across-texas https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1292,springtown-porcupine-sports-calendar]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:44:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1292,springtown-porcupine-sports-calendar