Hornets seek identity as district play opens
By KRIS BAGLEY sports@leader-news.com
      Only a few hours away from opening district play, Louise Head Baseball Coach Josh Curtis was taking care of the field. Monday's rain made the ground moist as the Hornets were preparing to host Fayetteville in only their sixth game of the year. The final result was a 22-1 loss, but the promise of ...
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Second pole collapse puts EC in the dark
"The high school might have to play somewhere else for the rest of the season." -Michael Wall
By KRIS BAGLEY sports@leader-news.com
      Recent damage to El Campo's Little League park may mean big changes for sports of all ages. Moderate wind caused a light pole at the Boys American field to fall Saturday. It was the second light pole to fall in less than a month.
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Ricebirds, Lady 'Birds run through Ganado Track Meet
      El Campo's track teams shined Saturday at the Ganado meet. The Ricebirds and Lady 'Birds competed both had overall strong meets and finished among the top schools in both varsity and junior varsity categories. The junior varsity girls were the only team to finish first in the event while each t...
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Sophomores make strong season start
      Ricebird sophomores made a 2-2 start to the baseball season after games against St. Joseph, Columbia, Katy and Waller. EC vs. St. Joseph The Ricebirds pulled away with a 12-4 win Feb. 18 over the Flyers at Victoria. The team combined for 15 hits and 5 walks.
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