Coaches Show: Tisdell on Lady Cats at Hugo; Cipolleta on Wildcats at Showcase
Coach Tisdell on Lady Cats 1-Point Win at Hugo, Oklahoma Friday
The Lady Cats’ basketball team came out on the right end of a one-point game Friday (December 21) at Hugo, Oklahoma. The Lady Cats defeated the Lady Buffaloes, 43-42. The Lady Buffaloes missed a short shot in the game’s final seconds. Lady Cats Coach Brittney Tisdell admitted the game was a thriller, perhaps too much so. So what was she thinking as Hugo took that last shot. First of all Coach Tisdell said she was ready to call a time out if the shot had been made. Prior to the shot, she had told her team to put their hands up and play defense but to avoid a foul. Coach Tisdell said she did not want Hugo to make the shot and get a foul shot. She said the officials were calling a lot of fouls on the Lady Cats and they were in foul trouble. Basically Coach Tisdell said she prayed the final shot would not go in. Lady Cat Nylah Lindley grabbed the rebound on the missed shot to secure the win. Coach Tisdell said the Lady Cats got killed on the boards by the athletic Lady Buffaloes during the first half. At halftime, she encouraged her team to fight for the rebounds and she said they did a good job rebounding during the second half. Last Cats’ post Autumn Tanton hit the basket that turned out to be the game winner and she led the Lady Cats with 26 points. Coach Tisdell said Tanton was very impressive early in the game draining her shots. She said she tried to isolate the dominating Tanton on the Lady Buffaloes’ post players. Despite the hectic finish, Coach Tisdell said the game with extremely athletic Hugo was good preparation for the Lady Cats with district play coming up soon. She said despite foul trouble none of the Lady Cats fouled out. Coach Tisdell said she was forced to go into a zone defense in an attempt to cut down on fouling. After the Christmas break, the Lady Cats will be playing Thursday (December 27) in the three-day Idabel, Oklahoma Winter Classic. The Lady Cats, now 15-3 for the season, open Thursday at 10 a.m. against Arkansas High.
Coach Cipoletta Comments on Impressive Win Over Houston Sam Houston in Friday Showcase
Wildcats Basketball Coach Clark Cipoletta discussed the latest Wildcats huge win over a ranked Class 6A opponent on KSST Radio and Cable Channel 18’s Saturday (December 22) Morning Coaches Show. Friday the Wildcats topped #12 ranked Class 6A team, Houston Sam Houston, 69-64 in overtime in the Christmas Crossover Showcase in Houston. It was the Wildcats third win over a ranked Class 6A program in seven such contests this season. Coach Cipoletta said the Sam Houston win was a great game. He said it was the best first half the Wildcats have had on offense and defense this season. Coach Cipoletta said the Tigers were super athletic, pressed the Wildcats the entire game and were really quick. He said the Wildcats did a great job in the first half breaking the press and making good decisions. Coach Cipoletta said during the second half, Sam Houston began to wear the Wildcats down and they began to hit their shots. He said the Tigers had a four point lead late in the game. Coach Cipoletta said the Wildcats had to make two straight stops and then execute on offense to score twice and tie the game. Another stop was required to send the game into overtime. He said the Wildcats played well in overtime making six straight stops on defense. Coach Cipoletta said he was proud of his team for finding a way to win on a court that was basically the home court for the Tigers. There were a lot of Wildcats who had to play well to make the victory possible. Coach Cipoletta talked about Grayson McClure who hit 4 three-point baskets and scored 14 points. McClure prepared for this season by taking 40,000 shots this summer. Keaston Willis led the Wildcats with 20 points and Coach Cipoletta pointed out his work ethic has made him into the scorer he has become. Jeremiah Roland had 11 points and Coach Cipoletta talked about his strong defense and ball handling. Day Day Hall scored 10 points and collected 18 big rebounds including 11 offensive rebounds. Cameron Kahn scored 8 points and Coach Cipoletta added Kahn is very good at taking offensive charges. Sophomore Boo Wilkerson scored 6 points and Coach Cipoletta said he scored to tie the game and then in overtime tipped in two missed shots to give the Wildcats a four point lead. The Wildcats again played without their tallest player, 6-foot-9 post Xavier Cork who is out with a sore big toe. Coach Cipoletta said he wants to make sure X is completely healthy before he returns with big district games starting soon. After the Christmas break, the Wildcats will play in the three-day Whataburger Tournament. Their first game is against Katy Morton Ranch, ranked #18 in Class 6A. The Wildcats play Thursday (December 27) at 11:30 a.m. at Birdville ISD’ W.G. Thomas Coliseum in Haltom City.
Update: Berger Horticulture Fire
Thanks to Sheriff Lewis Tatum for additional photos from Berger fire
It’s all hands on deck as Hopkins County Firefighters are responding to a major fire at Berger Horticultural Specialties. Traffic is being diverted on State Highway 19 near Birthright, the location of the industry.
No additional information is available at this time. KSST will follow the story through the afternoon with a more complete report to follow.
Berger Horticulture Fire Diverts Traffic on Highway 19N
It’s all hands on deck as Hopkins County Firefighters are responding to a major fire at Berger Horticultural Specialties. Traffic is being diverted on State Highway 19 near Birthright, the location of the industry.
No additional information is available at this time. KSST will follow the story through the afternoon with a more complete report to follow.
Como-Pickton FFA Welding Challenge and Floral Challenge Contest Results
The Como-Pickton FFA Chapter hosted the second annual Challenge Contest of December 12, 2018. Schools participating were Grand Saline, Longview, Mineola, North Hopkins, Pittsburg, Prairiland, Rains, Rivercrest, Sulphur Springs and Como-Pickton. Each challenge team consisted of three students.
The Floral Challenge tested students on floral knowledge, tool identification, symmetrical designs and various floral skills. Individual winners were: Grand Champion Shelby Aulsbrook of Sulphur Springs FFA and Reserve Champion Faith Wheeler of North Hopkins FFA. Winning schools in the Floral Challenge were: First Place North Hopkins, Second Place Prairiland and Third Place Como-Pickton FFA.
With a structure of elimination and consolation rounds, the Welding Challenge tested student teams in the areas of welding knowledge, tool identification and various welding and cutting skills. Winning schools were: First Place Longview, Second Place Prairiland, Third Place Como-Pickton. Individual winners were: Grand Champion Welding Luis Lopez and Reserve Champion Welding Jose Landin, both of Longview High School.
Winnsboro Police Report December 17-24, 2018
One arrest, one accident, 132 calls for service, 20 citations issued, and 40 warnings written by the Winnsboro Police Department Report for December 17-24, 2018.
Dallas Browning, 22, of Winnsboro, was arrested December 19th on a Kaufman County Warrant.
Police reported a two vehicle accident at Carnegie and Main Streets in Winnsboro. No injuries were reported.
Hopkins County Sheriff’s Department Annual Employee Christmas Party
Employees, volunteers and their families were invited to the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Department annual Christmas party held on Friday December 21, 2018 in the sally-port. After a welcome and greeting from Sheriff Tatum, a brief year-end recognition was made for department employees who have gone ‘above and beyond’ in their duties during 2018. Recognized were Dispatcher of the Year Gretchen Howell, Seizures officer Lori Duncan, Narcotics Officer Wade Sheets, Patrol Officer of the Year Michael Russell, Deputy of the Year Aaron Chaney and Corrections Officer of the Year Yolanda Williams. The food was blessed and serving lines formed for a BBQ meal prepared and served in the jail kitchen facilities. For the children who attended, Blue Santa made an appearance. Each child got a chance to meet him in person and select toys from Santa’s bag. Even Sheriff Tatum got a present, a Henry rifle for his personal collection. A Merry Christmas was wished to all and a blessed, safe and healthy New Year!
Meal A Day Menu: Dec 24th-28th
Meal A Day Menu for December 24th – December 28th
We sent out Complete Turkey and Dressing Frozen Family Dinners on Tuesday, December 11th for you to use on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. There should be enough for 2 meals in the Boxes.
MONDAY
Closed for Christmas
TUESDAY
Closed for Christmas
WEDNESDAY
BBQ Rope Sausage
Ranch Style Beans
Cole Slaw
Cornbread
THURSDAY
Chicken Cuisine
Carrots
Pickled Beets
FRIDAY
Meatloaf
Mashed Potatoes
Malibu Vegetables
Roll
TxDOT Paris District Announces Planned Work for Week of December 24, 2018
Here’s a look at work planned in the district during the week of Dec. 24, 2018. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as cell phones, eating, drinking, or car audio or navigation systems.
Sulphur Springs Area (Hopkins, Franklin Counties):
SH 37, Franklin County: From Mt. Vernon to Winnsboro. Watch for lane closures and short traffic delays as crews perform surfacing operations; flaggers will direct traffic.
Paris Area (Delta, Lamar, Red River Counties):
FM 2648 widening, Lamar County: Watch for temporary, one-lane daytime closures as workers widen and rehabilitate the roadway, and safety treat cross drainage structures.
SH 24 expansion, Delta County: from Cooper, Texas, southwestward towards Commerce. Watch for work zones and drive safely through construction areas. The southbound lane closure continues. The outside lane will be open to traffic.
Mississippi Man Apprehended in I-30 Altercation; Charged with Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon
December 22, 2018 – Sulphur Springs Police responded to a rolling disturbance along I-30 eastbound around 1:10 a.m. Saturday, December 22, 2018. The complainant told police Christopher James Bramlitt, 31, of Mississippi, had threatened to kill him and that he was in fear of serious injury or death. Bramlitt was apprehended at League Street and I-30 by the Texas DPS.
Questioned, Bamlitt admitted he had been involved in an altercation with the complainant and had discharged a handgun. The handgun was located in the 2006 Honda Civic he was driving.
Bramlitt is in Hopkins County Jail charged with Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon, a Felony 2, and is held on a $50,000 bond.
If you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1
The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office is located at 298 Rosemont Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. You can reach them for non-emergency matters at (903) 438-4040.
Lady Cats Win in Hugo 43-42
The last Hugo, Oklahoma shot of the day failed to drop and the Lady Cats’ basketball team came away with a 43-42 win at Hugo Friday afternoon (December 21). Moments earlier, the Lady Cats trailed by one point with less than a minute left but they got the ball inside to senior post Autumn Tanton who managed to score a basket despite being fouled. The basket ended up being the winning one.
Tanton led the Lady Cats in scoring with 26 points including two three-pointers. Sadavia Porter scored 7 points with one three-pointer. Danielle Godbolt added 6 points with one basket beyond the arc. Nylah Lindley scored 2 points and also grabbed the big defensive rebound after the last Lady Buffaloes’ shot. Tarayla Kelley hit two free throws for 2 points. Tanton and Porter were able to make it to the end of the game with four fouls each.
For the second game in a row, the Lady Cats used the full court press to get off to a good start. The Lady Cats scored the game’s first 12 points. They led 15-8 after the first quarter. The Lady Buffaloes trimmed the Lady Cats’ lead to 4 points at the half as the Lady Cats led 24-20. The Lady Cats led 34-29 after three quarters. The Lady Cats had as much as a 7 point lead in the fourth quarter before Hugo rallied.
The Lady Cats improved their season record to 15-3. The Lady Cats now get several days off for Christmas break. They will play again next Thursday at 10 a.m. against Arkansas High in the Idabel, Oklahoma Winter Classic Tournament that will run through Saturday December 29.
