From the Cluttered Desk . . .
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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It is that time again
June 10, 2017
Most high school reunions take place 10 years later after graduation. That is when we are in our late 20's, seeking to appear successful . . .
Friendswood girls receive All-District honors
June 10, 2017
Friendswood made the playoffs for the first time since moving up to Class 6A, plus they beat state powerhouse Brazoswood in the first round to get their first playoff win at the 6A level.
Former area baseball standouts star for UH
June 10, 2017
It is always good to watch former high school players who do well at the next level.
Williams-Yates named top coach in county
June 10, 2017
The accomplishments by the second-year Friendswood coach are astounding and set an example for her young players to dream big in high school and the next level.
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Man's best friend
May 30, 2017
. . . in dog years -- he was 84. While some dogs live longer than that -- his life expectancy as a St. Bernard exceeded his time.
Scalise, Oilers, Eagles honored on All-District baseball teams
May 30, 2017
Pearland shared the 2017 District 23-6A baseball title and the Oilers had six players named to the All-District 23-6A first-team . . .
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Music is the same - just different title
May 16, 2017
Old friend Robert said, " . . . Music acts like a magic key, to which the most tightly closed heart opens."
Deer Park sweeps Pearland out of the playoffs
May 16, 2017
As they have done all season, the young Pearland Oilers didn't go down without a battle . . .
Manvel boys capture 5A state track championship
May 16, 2017
"This one's special," Manvel head coach Kendrick Crumedy said.
Magical season comes to an end for Lady Mustangs
May 9, 2017
At the start of the season, it didn't look like the Friendswood Lady Mustangs would make the playoffs after a 2-4 start in District 24-6A action.
Dawson falls to Clear Springs in first round of playoffs
May 9, 2017
In the final analysis, balks, wild pitches, and errors were the things that led to Dawson's demise.
Atascocita sweeps Lady Eagles out of the playoffs
May 9, 2017
The Lady Eagles finished with a 16-12 season while defeating No. 7 state-ranked Alvin in the first round of the playoffs.
Stunning rallies eliminate Clear Falls as Oilers move on
May 9, 2017
The Oilers will now face the Deer Park Deer in a best-of-three series beginning on Thursday, May 11 at 7:30 p.m.
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Did you ever stop to think about UP?
May 2, 2017
In a desk size dictionary, UP takes UP almost one-fourth the page and definitions add UP to about thirty.
Dawson upsets Alvin in first round of playoffs
May 2, 2017
Dawson and Alvin agreed to a best of three series with the winner needing to win at least two games to advance.
Never-say-die Lady Mustangs knock off Brazoswood
May 2, 2017
"I couldn't be prouder of my team right now," Williams said. "We just gutted it out."
Lady Oilers eliminated by Clear Creek in upset
May 2, 2017
For the first time in 15 years, Pearland (22-13) failed to advance to the area round of the post-season.
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The second mile in life
April 24, 2017
" . . . Go the extra mile -- it's never crowded."
Lady Mustangs punch ticket to the post-season
April 24, 2017
"This is such a relief," Friendswood head coach Christa Williams-Yates said. "It has been a challenge with the weather we've had. . .
Enriquez blast gives Pearland 3-2 win over Dawson
April 24, 2017
Aeneas Enriquez was the man of the hour against the Dawson Eagles as the senior was 2-for-3 at the plate and was responsible for all three Pearland runs in the 3-2 district win.
Lady Oilers sweep Brazoswood for No. 1 playoff seed
April 24, 2017
Lady Oilers are now District 23-6A Co-Champions and headed into a playoff matchup with Clear Creek.
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Is it just me?
April 18, 2017
. . . "Real change requires you to change your behavior - not just your attitude. . ."
Pearland throttles Taylor and Hastings in district clash
April 18, 2017
The Pearland softball and baseball teams haven't received much resistance from any of the Alief schools this season and such was the case when the Oilers faced Taylor and Hastings.
Friendswood thrashes Clear Lake 19-4
April 18, 2017
The Lady Stangs pounded out 14 hits beginning in the opening stanza as 12 consecutive hitters reached base that resulted in 11 runs scoring for an 11-0 lead.
Lady Oilers edge George Ranch in extra innings
April 18, 2017
The victory assured Pearland of finishing no worse than second place, and the Lady Oilers will have a chance to tie Brazoswood for the league title in the final regular season game with the Lady Bucs.
Lady Eagles nip Lady Oilers 2-1
April 18, 2017
"The rivalry is strong, and both teams come to play."
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Life's Closed Doors
April 11, 2017
. . . "When you cannot see the bright side, polish the dull side."
Pearland gets wins over Episcopal and Elsik
April 11, 2017
Getting back on the winning track was important to the Pearland diamondmen and they did so in an 8-3 non-district win over Bellaire Episcopal and a 19-1 win over District 23-6A foe Alief Elsik.
Lady Mustangs continue winning ways in district action
April 11, 2017
Haven Franks pitched the five-inning shutout for Friendswood, striking out one, allowing five hits and two walks for the 9-0 win.
Dawson falls to Episcopal 3-2
April 11, 2017
Dawson played Bellaire Episcopal in a non-district contest and came up a run short in a 3-2 loss.
Dawson falls to George Ranch and Brazoswood
April 11, 2017
Despite the two losses, Dawson has still clinched fourth place in the district standings which will send them to the post-season.
Lady Oilers remain tied for league lead
April 11, 2017
Pearland has been playing more consistently in recent weeks thanks to the players doing some self-evaluations especially after the win over Brazoswood.
From the Cluttered Desk . . .
When the door closes
April 4, 2017
Deciding what you want in life is only the first step in achieving excellence.
Lady Oilers rout Alief Elsik 16-0
April 4, 2017
The Lady Oilers have won by a combined score of 62-0 with two more games left on the district schedule while not allowing a run from any of the three schools.
Friendswood splits district games with Clear Brook
April 4, 2017
Friendswood pitchers Brandon Deskins and Ryan Vera combined to strike out 17 Clear Brook batters, as the Friendswood Mustangs topped the Wolverines, 7-2 for their third straight district win.
Pearland splits with George Ranch and Brazoswood
April 4, 2017
The Pearland Oilers bounced back from their loss to George Ranch to pull out a 1-0 win over the Brazoswood Buccaneers in a crucial District 23-6A contest.
Lady Mustangs get back in playoff hunt
April 4, 2017
The Friendswood Lady Mustangs needed to get back in the playoff hunt and they did so in a big way getting wins over Alvin (2-1) and Dickinson (10-9).
Lady O's get big district wins over George Ranch and Brazoswood
March 28, 2017
Pearland head coach Laneigh Clark has seen her girls throttle the three Alief softball teams by a total of 45-0, but fell victim to cross-town cousin Dawson 7-1 . . .
Dawson sweeps Elsik and Taylor
March 28, 2017
Sophomore pitcher Courtney Day tossed a no-hit shutout at the Alief Taylor Lady Lions . . .
Dawson diamondmen blank Pearland 6-0
March 28, 2017
Dawson got a sterling pitching performance from lefthander Adam Houghtaling and the Eagles offense pounded out nine hit and six runs to beat their cross-town cousins . . .
Freshman keeper shines in first-round upset of Pearland
By STEVEN THOMSON
March 28, 2017
. . . freshman goalkeeper Madison Anderson did everything but sell popcorn in guiding Clear Falls to a shootout win over Pearland . . .
Friendswood edges Clear Falls 4-1
March 28, 2017
Friendswood is now 2-2 in district while Clear Falls drops to 1-3.
HOLE-IN-ONE
March 28, 2017
Kevin Charrin of Dawson High School aced the par-three No. 13 hole at Moody Gardens Golf Course Monday in Galveston.
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"Anybody can answer that!"
March 28, 2017
"Life is hard by the yard -- but a cinch by the inch."
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Tough Days
March 21, 2017
Someone once said, "Cheer up! Things could be worse." So I cheered up -- and sure enough things got worse!
Adams tosses no-hitter at Alief Taylor in 10-0 win
March 21, 2017
Pearland's Matt Adams stuck out 12 Alief Taylor hitters and didn't allow a hit as the Oilers blanked the Lions 10-0 in a District 23-6A contest.
No. 1 George Ranch tosses no-hitter at Dawson diamondmen
March 21, 2017
The Longhorns (17-1) are the clear favorite to capture the District 23-6A title this year and Pearland and Dawson will have their work cut out if they are going to challenge for the crown.
Lady Eagles drop Lady Oilers 7-1
March 21, 2017
Sophomore pitcher Courtney Day took the pitching circle against the Lady Oilers and allowed only three hits, one run, three strikeouts, and no walks as the Lady Eagles took the first round contest 7-1 in dominating fashion.
From the Cluttered Desk . . .
Happy Birthday Mom!
March 14, 2017
As the years pass, may we never take our parents for granted.
Soccer Roundup
March 14, 2017
Friendswood Girls and Boys.
Lady Mustangs throttle Clear Brook 14-1
March 14, 2017
Friendswood exploded for 14 runs as 11 different Lady Mustangs collected at least one hit.
No panic for slow start by Lady Oilers
March 14, 2017
Pearland is 3-0 in the District 23-6A standings and is considered one of the favorites to capture the league title this year.
Dawson seeking to stay on recent winning path
March 14, 2017
A future look at the season has Dawson in a good position to be one of the four playoff teams.
Tradition and youth will characterize Pearland baseball
March 14, 2017
One of the key ingredients for the Pearland baseball program is their winning tradition.
Buckelew, Hedgeman, Lowery, Nicholas, Braxton take top district honors
March 14, 2017
It shouldn't be a surprise that the Pearland Oilers and the Dawson Eagles took all the top district honors this season . . .
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Nostalgia....
March 7, 2017
Taking the time to remember is healthy and allows us to recall those special moments in life . . .
Soccer Roundup
March 7, 2017
Friendswood Girls and Boys.
Pearland comes up short against Atascocita 48-46
March 7, 2017
The Oilers called time out to set up a last-second shot to either tie or win the game. Instead, the inbound pass went astray erasing any chance Pearland had in winning the game.
Dawson comes up short at regional tournament
March 7, 2017
Dawson finished 26-8 for the season and 11-1 in district to finish as Co-Champs of District 23-6A with Pearland.
Second-half rally dashes hopes for Manvel advancing to state
March 7, 2017
Marshall scored 58 second-half points while holding Manvel to 32 points with 34 points coming in the final frame for the Buffaloes.
From the Cluttered Desk . . .
The worth of a name
March 1, 2017
It is a shame that the millions and millions of dollars that he has and is making isn't enough to secure his future . . .
Older Stories
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