https://www.springtownepigraph.com/author/5,eddy-prather en Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:32:00 -0500 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 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1291,pojo-pulseBASEBALLThe Porcupine varsity swept district rival Bridgeport Tuesday, March 24 and Friday, March 27. In Tuesday’s game the Porcupines hosted the Bulls and blew them out 11-3. In Friday’s game th...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:39:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1291,pojo-pulse https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1290,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Landon GrandberryWhat is your name and grade?Landon Grandberry and I’m a junior.What is your favorite sport?My favorite sport is football.What is your favorite class?I’m going with English....]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:34:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1290,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1289,springtown-winterguard-records-historic-season-finishes-12th-at-ntca-stateThe 2026 season proved to be the most successful in the history of the Springtown Winterguard program, according to director Cheyenne Uribe, as the team advanced to the North Texas Colorguard Associat...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:23:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1289,springtown-winterguard-records-historic-season-finishes-12th-at-ntca-state https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1288,porcupines-strong-at-homeThe Springtown track and field program turned in a strong showing at the POJO Relays Thursday, March 26 at Porcupine Stadium, highlighted by a school record and multiple first-place finishes across va...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:11:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1288,porcupines-strong-at-home https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1287,tri-county-flag-football-kicks-off-spring-season-in-springtownThe Tri-County Flag Football League officially kicked off its spring season Saturday, March 28 at Springtown Elementary, with strong participation and community support highlighting opening day.Accord...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:03:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1287,tri-county-flag-football-kicks-off-spring-season-in-springtown https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1286,crain-wins-district-titleThe Lady Porcupines golf team competed in the district tournament March 27 and March 30 at Turtle Hill Golf Course, highlighted by a dominant performance by Dixie Mae Crain.Crain led the field after t...]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:54:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1286,crain-wins-district-title https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1275,coming-up-in-springtown-sports]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:29:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1275,coming-up-in-springtown-sports https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1274,pojo-pulseBASEBALLThe Porcupine varsity swept district rival Burkburnett during spring break. The Pines hit the road Tuesday, March 17 and pounded the Dogs 19-4. On Friday, March 20, the Porcupines again t...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:21:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1274,pojo-pulse https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1273,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Kaden HowardWhat is your name and grade?Kaden Howard, and I’m a senior.What is your favorite sport?My favorite sport is baseball, come on now!What is your favorite class?I’m going with Engl...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:15:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1273,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1272,lady-pines-earn-bronze-at-state-powerlifting-meetSpringtown High School’s Lady Porcupine powerlifting team closed its season with another strong performance, finishing third at the Texas High School Powerlifting Association State Meet after placing...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:05:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1272,lady-pines-earn-bronze-at-state-powerlifting-meet https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1271,springtown-ffa-students-win-speaking-events-to-open-sde-seasonSpringtown FFA students opened the speaking season with strong performances at the FFA Supervised Development Events speaking contest.Supervised Development Events focus on real-world job skills, incl...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1271,springtown-ffa-students-win-speaking-events-to-open-sde-season https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1270,springtown-ffa-members-finish-strongSpringtown FFA members often begin showing animals at a young age — sometimes as early as 6 years old. Kylie Altom is one of those students, and Saturday, March 21 marked her final major stock show wh...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:47:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1270,springtown-ffa-members-finish-strong https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1269,porcupines-sweep-burkburnett-during-spring-breakThe Springtown High School Porcupines baseball team had a successful spring break, picking up two wins over Burkburnett High School, including an 11-2 victory at home Friday, March 20.Left-handed pitc...]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:21:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1269,porcupines-sweep-burkburnett-during-spring-break https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1251,pojo-pulseBASEBALLThe Porcupine varsity went 2-0 this week in district, defeating Lake Worth Tuesday, March 10, then routed the Bullfrogs in Round 2 of district 12-0. Their overall record is 9-2-1. The Por...]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:51:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1251,pojo-pulse https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1250,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Sydney MastersonWhat is your name and grade?Sydney Masterson. I am a freshman.What is your favorite sport?My favorite sport is softball. I’m the catcher on the Lady Porcupine varsity.What i...]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:44:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1250,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1249,springtown-sports-calendar]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:36:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1249,springtown-sports-calendar https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1248,flawless-pitching-powers-lady-porcupines-to-district-winThe Springtown Lady Porcupines erupted at home Tuesday evening, March 10 for a 16-0 district victory over Lake Worth behind a perfect outing in the circle by pitcher Kylee Spray.Spray was flawless in...]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:29:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1248,flawless-pitching-powers-lady-porcupines-to-district-win https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1247,porcupines-sweep-home-meetSpringtown High School hosted the Brad Legan Friends and Family Invitational Thursday, March 12, at Porcupine Stadium, and the hometown Porcupines made the most of the opportunity.The Springtown varsi...]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:17:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1247,porcupines-sweep-home-meet https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1246,springtown-golfers-compete-at-mineral-wells-invitationalThe Springtown High School golf teams took to the course Monday, March 9, competing in the Mineral Wells Invitational.Leading the way for the Porcupines was Madden Andres, who turned in an impressive...]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:08:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1246,springtown-golfers-compete-at-mineral-wells-invitational https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1245,crain-takes-2nd-at-4a-state-previewSpringtown High School golfer Dixie Mae Crain, a 2025 UIL state qualifier, continued to show strong form last week at the Class 4A State Preview held March 13–14 at The Legends Golf Course.Crain opene...]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:01:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1245,crain-takes-2nd-at-4a-state-preview https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1228,pojo-pulseBASEBALLThe Porcupine varsity baseball team played in the Burleson/Cleburne baseball tournament March 5-7. The Porcupines shut out Saginaw 3-0 to open the tournament. Game 2 saw the Porcupines wi...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:55:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1228,pojo-pulse https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1227,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Sagelyn JacobsonWhat is your name and grade?Sage Jacobson. I am a freshman.What is your favorite sport?My favorite sport is softball.What is your favorite class?Math. I’m taking Algebr...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:51:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1227,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1225,lady-porcupines-earn-spots-on-all-district-teamPostseason honors have been announced for District 7-4A girls basketball following the conclusion of the UIL state championships.The Decatur Lady Eagles capped their season with a state championship v...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:43:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1225,lady-porcupines-earn-spots-on-all-district-team https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1224,springtown-golfers-compete-at-mineral-wells-invitationalThe Springtown High School golf teams took to the course Monday, March 9, competing in the Mineral Wells Invitational.Leading the way for the Porcupines was Madden Andres, who turned in an impressive...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:38:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1224,springtown-golfers-compete-at-mineral-wells-invitational https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1222,springtown-ffa-teams-compete-at-jack-county-cdeSpringtown FFA students competed in the 2026 Jack County Career and Leadership Development Events Thursday, March 5, with several teams representing the program in a variety of contests.The Springtown...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:26:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1222,springtown-ffa-teams-compete-at-jack-county-cde https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1221,ewell-draws-national-recruiting-attentionSpringtown High School football standout Rome Ewell is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after recruits in the area.The Porcupine junior linebacker, rated a three-star prospect by Dave Campbell’...]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:13:00 -0500 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1221,ewell-draws-national-recruiting-attention https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1204,spray-jacobson-power-lady-porcupines-past-azleBehind a dominant performance in the circle and a pair of long balls at the plate, the Springtown Lady Porcupines blanked the Azle Lady Hornets 6-0 Tuesday, Feb. 24, at Jim Bob Nation’s Field of Dream...]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:30:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1204,spray-jacobson-power-lady-porcupines-past-azle https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1195,sports-calendar]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:31:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1195,sports-calendar https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1194,lady-porcupines-power-to-11th-straight-regional-titleThe Springtown Lady Porcupines left no doubt Friday, Feb. 27 in Decatur, muscling their way to the 2026 Regional Girls Powerlifting Championship and punching a program-record number of tickets to the...]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:35:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1194,lady-porcupines-power-to-11th-straight-regional-title https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1193,pojo-pulsePowerliftingThe Lady Pines powerlifting team is the regional champion for the 11th straight time after competing for the title Friday, Feb. 27 in Decatur. The Lady Pines qualified 22 lifters to t...]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:30:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1193,pojo-pulse https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1192,on-the-record-with-eddy-pTHIS WEEK: Kylee SprayWhat is your name and grade?Kylee Spray and I am a senior.What is your favorite sport?My favorite sport is softball.What is your favorite class?I like English. What is somet...]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:26:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1192,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1191,porcupine-golf-opens-spring-season-at-district-previewThe Springtown Porcupine golf teams teed up for the first time this spring Tuesday, Feb. 25, competing in the District 7-4A preview tournament at Turtle Hill Golf Course.Senior Dixie Mae Crain highlig...]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:14:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1191,porcupine-golf-opens-spring-season-at-district-preview https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1190,springtown-ffa-continues-stock-show-run-at-san-antonioThe Springtown FFA continued its busy stock show season by heading south to the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo, following an earlier stop at the San Angelo Stock Show.The San Antonio Stock Show and...]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:02:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1190,springtown-ffa-continues-stock-show-run-at-san-antonio https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1184,ffa-members-roundup-in-san-angeloSpringtown FFA members took part in the San Angelo Junior Breeding Heifer Show this week, continuing a busy stretch on the Texas stock show circuit.The cattle barns at the San Angelo Stock Show were p...]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:43:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1184,ffa-members-roundup-in-san-angelo https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1183,on-the-record-with-eddy-pWhat is your name and grade?My name is Rylen and I’m a senior. What is your favorite sport?My favorite sport is soccer. What is your favorite class?My favorite class is math. What is so...]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:37:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1183,on-the-record-with-eddy-p https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1182,pojo-pulsePowerliftingThe Lady Pines powerlifters qualified 24 lifters for the regional powerlifting meet set for Decatur Feb. 27 at 11 a.m. The team scored 59 team points to secure the team championship title....]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:30:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1182,pojo-pulse https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1180,ladies-dominate-qualifying-meet-send-24-lifters-to-regionalsThe Springtown Lady Porcupines closed out the regular season in dominant fashion Thursday, Feb. 19, capturing the team championship at the Weatherford qualifying meet and sending a deep, talented grou...]]> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:19:00 -0600 https://www.springtownepigraph.com/article/1180,ladies-dominate-qualifying-meet-send-24-lifters-to-regionals