Oilers, Eagles picked as playoff teams 
July 17, 2017
Despite the recent retirement of Pearland head coach Tony Heath, the Oilers are the early pick to capture the District 23-6A title. But anyone who follows high school football knows that the games are won on the field and not by predictions.
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Patience sometimes pays off...
July 11, 2017
But, I will tell you there are times when we are tested in life.
Pearland Hoop Camp
July 11, 2017
Friendswood set to compete in District 24-6A
July 11, 2017
Koopmann will rely upon a coaching staff that is experienced and knowledgeable while possessing the chemistry that enables youngsters to be successful both on and off the field.
Camps and Commits
July 3, 2017
Fozzy Whittaker Elite Camp & Showcase; Ben Redding, Friendswood, commits to Texas State; Darius Smith, Dawson, commits to Arizona.
Area teams compete at State 7-on-7 Tournament
July 3, 2017
The Manvel Mavericks and Pearland Oilers all qualified and participated at the 2017 state 7-on-7 tournament in College Station.
Teaching more than just winning football games
by Darrell K. Ardison
July 3, 2017
No mater what the prognosticators forecast -- coach Wells knows that the outcome of each game is decided on the field and the Eagles will be a team that will demand that each opponent bring their A game if they are going to compete with Dawson
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Health Warnings all around us
July 3, 2017
What is a July 4th picnic without a hot dog, or two, or maybe three?
Tony Heath era sadly over at Pearland
June 27, 2017
Heath is easily the winningest coach in Pearland history and his influence, integrity, and love for Pearland will continue as he supports the team and school he loves.
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Dear Coach Heath
June 27, 2017
It seems strange that this will be my final Dear Coach Heath column after 20 years.
30th annual JP Griffon fishing tournament honors 2017 graduates
June 27, 2017
The purpose of the tournament was to help raise scholarship money for 2017 graduates.
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The teenage virus
June 20, 2017
I find it interesting that the evil is usually hidden in a love note.
Friendswood's Koopmann living a dream
by Darrell K. Ardison
June 20, 2017
The Mustangs' winning ways have continued under Koopmann's leadership with no less than eight victories and a postseason appearance in all five seasons since his promotion.
Purdom ties for second place in 108th Texas Amateur golf tourney
June 20, 2017
Purdom led the tournament after his seven-under-par first-day total and still held the lead after the second round with a 135 total.
Pearland's Heath loves a good challenge
by Darrell K. Ardison
June 20, 2017
"Our goal was to get the kids working with enthusiasm while the coaches were coaching on the run," Heath said. "By the time spring ball had finished, I believe we re-established that."
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2017 Football media guide ads now being accepted
June 15, 2017
"There're two times of the year for me: Football season and waiting for football season."
Friendswood Tournament Winners
June 15, 2017
The Friendswood 15U basketball team took first place in the RAP/Houston tournament.
Former Pearland softball players receive
top honors at the collegiate level
June 15, 2017
Six players receive honors.
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