Walmart Veterans Day Luncheon 2021 Changes
If you are a Veteran in Hopkins County you may wish to take advantage of this event. In observance of Veterans Day 2021, Walmart is announcing a change up for the Veterans Day luncheon due to COVID 19 concerns.
Veterans will be able to go to the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizens Center located at 150 Martin Luther King Blvd on Tuesday, November 9th at 10 a.m. and pick up a boxed BBQ lunch.
Walmart needs a head count of how many lunches to prepare.
Please call Karon Weatherman at (903) 885-1661 or email her at [email protected] to let her know that you want to pick up a lunch. Veterans are asked to please pass this along to fellow veterans.
Hopkins County Continues To Have Fewer New COVID Cases Reported Weekly
Five Additional County Residents Confirmed This Month To Have Died From Coronavirus
COVID-19 seems to be declining across the state, and the county is not exception; Hopkins County continues to have fewer new cases as well as fewer active cases, but that doesn’t mean COVID-19 is as yet gone from Hopkins County.
While it’s as yet unclear whether the reduction in cases is because more people have become vaccinated for the virus this month, fewer are getting tested for the virus or there’s just less of the virus being spread in the community. It’s likely a combination of all three.
What is certain is the fact that the virus continues to be a serious threat for some. At least five additional Hopkins County residents have been confirmed this month to have died from COVID- although all five are deaths which occurred in September. None had yet to be reported for October as of the 14th.
| HOPKINS COUNTY COVID-19 CASE COUNTS | Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 | Week 5 | Monthly Total | Total Since March 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2021 | 93 | 78 | — | — | — | 171 | 5,255 |
| September 2021 | 212 | 242 | 125 | 129 | 12 | 720 | 5,082 |
| August 2021 | 78 | 145 | 125 | 162 | 61 | 571 | 4355 |
Fourteen days into September, 454 new COVID cases (284 lab-confirmed cases and 170 probable cases), 282 recoveries were reported, 6 COVID deaths occurred, although only three were confirmed during that time, for Hopkins County. During the first two weeks of October, a total of 129 COVID cases (102 lab-confirmed and 27 probable cases) and 228 recoveries were reported, and five additional COVID deaths confirmed. (All 5 occurred in September; COVID-19 deaths are counted as death certificates listing COVID as cause of death are received and recorded by Texas Office of Vital Statistics, and reported by county according to the deceased person’s zip code).
Recoveries began to rise the third week of September with 220 reported, only 42 less than during the two previous weeks combined, increasing the 21-day total to 502 recoveries. COVID recoveries have outpaced new COVID cases weekly since the third week of September, going from 125 new cases and 220 recoveries the week ending Sept. 21 to 129 new cases and 210 recoveries the week ending Sept. 28. During the two final days of September, 81 additional recoveries were reported but only 12 additional new cases. That put the final count for September at 720 new cases and 793 recoveries.
That trend continued into October, with a total of 171 new cases (143 molecular and 27 probable) and 228 recoveries reported for Hopkins County during the first 14 days of the month. That’s 93 new COVID cases and 109 recoveries reported Oct. 1-7, and 78 new cases and 119 additional recoveries Oct. 8-14.
The number of people being tested for COVID 19 has also declined in October. From Sept. 22 to Sept. 28, 2021, a total of 892 COVID tests were performed in Hopkins County, another 323 during the last 2 days of September. A total of 790 COVID tests were conducted in Hopkins County from Oct. 1 to Oct. 7, and 432 tests were conducted from Oct. 8-13. Whether that’s due to fewer people exhibiting symptoms or just being tested cannot be determined.
Regardless, the steady decline in cases and rise in recoveries over the last month has significantly reduced the active case count in Hopkins County from 498 on Sept. 14 to 388 on Sept. 21, then 306 on Sept. 28, with a small uptick to 263 active COVID cases on Sept. 29, then falling to 237 by the last day of the month. On Oct. 7, a total of 220 Hopkins County residents were reported to still actively have coronavirus on Oct. 7. One week later, only 176 county residents actively had COVID.
Another factor local health care officials contribute at least in part to the reduced cases is the fact that more people have been vaccinated for COVID-19 over the last month. As of the third week of Sept. 25, a total of 14,707 people in Hopkins County had received at least one dose of COVID vaccine and 12,395 were reported to be fully vaccinated for the virus. Another 55 had received at least one dose and 64 were reported to be fully vaccinated on Sept. 28. During the first week of October 155 additional people in Hopkins County had received at least one dose of the vaccine, 328 more had been fully vaccinated. As of Oct. 13, another 53 had received one dose, 145 more were fully vaccinated.
From Aug. 13 to Sept. 29 (the first day the state began reporting the number), a total of 406 people in Hopkins County had received a COVID booster shot. That number rose to 509 on Sept. 30, increased by 92 the first week of October and 71 more from Oct. 8-13, 2021.
Unfortunately, Texas Department of State Health Services has also received confirmation this month of five additional COVID-19 deaths. All five occurred in September, for a total of 12 Hopkins County residents who’ve been confirmed to have died last month from COVID-19. There had been no new deaths confirmed for October as of the 14th. That increases the total number of Hopkins County residents who’s deaths were directly attributed to COVID to 70 this year and 71 in 2020.
Product Recalls: Infant Rice Cereal, Lidocaine, Dog Food, Trail Mix
Time to check the fridge and cabinets to see if you have any of the products recalled over the last week due to possible cross contamination, undeclared potential allergens or high levels of some ingredients including infant rice cereal, lidocaine, dog food and trail mix.
Baby Rice Cereal
While no illnesses related to the product lots had been reported as of Oct. 8, 2021, Maple Island Inc. opted to issue a voluntary recall of three lots of its Parent’s Choice Rice Baby Cereal manufactured for Walmart. This product recall is a result of a routine sampling program by the FDA which found that a sample from three production lots of Parent’s Choice Rice Baby Cereal tested above the guidance for naturally occurring inorganic arsenic.
Maple Island Inc. conducted testing on both the raw material and finished product in question. While the test results were in compliance with the FDA’s guidelines, Maple Island Inc. is issuing this recall out of an abundance of caution. Maple Island Inc. conducted testing on both the raw material and finished product in question. While the test results were in compliance with the FDA’s guidelines, Maple Island Inc. is issuing this recall out of an abundance of caution.
This product was distributed nationally through Walmart’s stores and online. Walmart was advised and has indicated to Maple Island Inc., the product will be pulled from store shelves and a register block will be put on the product at its stores and online to prevent any further sales.
The specific 8 ounces lots of Parent’s Choice Rice Baby Cereal being recalled were sold after April 5, 2021, and include:
- Lot 21083 with UPC Code #00681131082907 with a best if used by date of JUN 24 2022.
- Lot 21084 with UPC Code #00681131082907 with a best if used by date of JUN 25 2022
- Lot 21242 with UPC Code #00681131082907 with a best if used by date of NOV 30 2022
The “Best If Used By” date and product numbers can be found in the bottom left corner on the back of the Parent’s Choice Rice Baby Cereal packaging.
Customers who may have purchased Parent’s Choice Rice Baby Cereal at Walmart with Lot Number 21083/UPC Code #00681131082907 and best if used by date of JUN 24 2022, Lot Number 21084/UPC Code #00681131082907 and best if used by date of JUN 25 2022, or Lot 21242 with UPC Code #00681131082907 with a best if used by date of NOV 30 2022 should discard the product or return it to Walmart for a full refund. Customers seeking additional information may call Maple Island Inc., Monday through Friday 8am – 4pm Central time at 1-800-369-1022 or contact the company by email at [email protected].
Topical Lidocaine Hydrochloride
Buena, NJ, Teligent Pharma, Inc. Tuesday, Oct. 12, announced a voluntary recall of five lots of (40 mg/mL), 50 mL crew cap glass bottles of Lidocaine HCl Topical Solution 4% at the user level because testing found the solution can be “super potent based on an Out of Specification (OOS) result obtained at the 18-month stability timepoint.” As of Tuesday, Teligent Pharma, Inc. had not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall. The product was distributed at the wholesale and retail distribution levels in the US and Canada.
Use of the super potent product would result in a higher than intended lidocaine dose above that intended. An increased lidocaine dose could lead to the development of local anesthetic systemic toxicity depending on the duration of the treatment and the specific patient. Local anesthetic systemic toxicity can result in central nervous system reactions including excitation and/or depression and more serious signs of cardiovascular toxicity, such as bradycardia, hypotension, and even cardiovascular collapse can present very quickly. If local anesthetic systemic toxicity is not recognized and treated quickly, severe morbidity and even death can result. Adults and the elderly who are more likely to use this product as well as children of lower body weight are more likely to experience local anesthetic systemic toxicity if a higher than intended lidocaine concentration is administered.
| NDC | Lot Number | Expiration |
|---|---|---|
| 2565-009-50 | 13262 | 03/2022 |
| 14217 | 08/2022 | |
| 13058 | 02/2022 | |
| 13768 | 05/2022 | |
| 63739-997-64 | 16306 | 01/2024 |
Teligent Pharma, Inc., is notifying its distributors via Fed-Ex and is arranging for return of all recalled products.
Consumers and patients that have Lidocaine HCl Topical Solution 4% which is being recalled are asked to discontinue use and dispose of the product immediately.
Consumers can call 1-856.697.1441 press * to reach the medical information call center Monday through Friday, 8am – 5pm or send an e-mail to [email protected] for any product or recall related questions for Lot #13262 Exp. 03/2022, Lot #14217 Exp. 08/2022, Lot #13058 Exp. 02/2022, Lot #13768 Exp. 05/2022, Lot #16306 Exp. 01/2024.
Consumers should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking or using this drug product.
Refrigerated Dog Food
Tuffy’s Pet Foods on Oct. 11 issued a voluntary recall of approximately 1,600 cases of Pure Vita Salmon Entree Dog Food in a Tetrapak carton following notification from the product manufacturer of potentially elevated levels of Vitamin D. While no reports of illness or injury have been reported from consumers to date, Tuffy’s is acting out of an abundance of caution and is removing the specific lots of product listed below from distribution.
Consuming elevated levels of vitamin D in dog food can cause adverse reactions in dogs of all sizes, including symptoms such as vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, excessive drooling and weight loss. When ingested at excessive levels, vitamin D can lead to serious health issues in dogs including renal dysfunction.
Consumers should stop feeding the product listed below to their pets immediately. Tuffy’s recommends consumers whose dogs have consumed the potentially affected product and are exhibiting any of the above mentioned symptoms contact their veterinarian.
| Product Name | Net Weight | UPC | Lot Numbers | Best By Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure Vita Salmon Entrée Dog Food TetraPak | 12.5 oz. per carton | 0 73893 96202 1 | 0629101N1 0901101N1 | 29 Jun 2023 1 Sep 2023 |
The recalled product was distributed exclusively within the United States to distributors and retail stores. The recalled product is limited to Pure Vita Salmon Entrée Dog Food in a Tetrapak carton, bearing UPC Code “0 73893 96202 1” (found on side of the carton). Products included in the recall are identified by the “Best by Dates” and “Lot Numbers” (found on the top of the carton) as listed in the grid below. No other Pure Vita dog or cat foods, or treats are affected by this announcement.
This product recall was initiated after Tuffy’s was notified by the product manufacturer that this product may contain elevated levels of vitamin D. The manufacturer of the affected product has identified and isolated the error and corrective actions are in progress to prevent this from happening again.
Consumers who purchased the Pure Vita Salmon Entrée dog food product subject to this voluntary recall are urged to return the product to their retailer for a full refund.
For consumer information or questions regarding this voluntary recall, please contact Tuffy’s Pet Foods, Inc. at (800) 525-9155 from Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm Central Time, or by email at [email protected].
Specialty Trail Mix
Nestlé Professional, out of Solon, Ohio on Oct 7. issued a recall of four Nature’s Heart 1.5 ounce fruit and trail mix products because they may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have an allergy to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The product recall was initiated after Nestlé Professional received two complaints from individuals with peanut allergies who ate the Nature’s Heart Superfoods Trail Mix and Mango Turmeric Cashew Glazed Mix and experienced mild reactions. No severe reactions or hospitalizations have been reported.
Recalled Products include:
None of the products contain peanuts, and peanuts are not identified as an allergen on the product labels, but we are investigating whether the products may have been inadvertently cross-contaminated with peanuts during manufacture.
The product recall only applies to the four Nature’s Heart products (listed above) sold in 1.5 oz packages. No other retail Nature’s Heart products are affected.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. They should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
Retailers and consumers with questions may call Nestlé Professional Customer Service at 800-288-8682.
- Nature’s Heart 1.5 oz Superfood Trail Mix
- Pouch UPC: 050000211944, Case UPC: 050000618569
- DEC 2021 Best By Date/ Batch Codes: 1083T353T2, 1084T353T2, 1085T353T2, 1086T353T2, 1088T353T2, 1089T353T2
- APR 2022 Best By Date/ Batch Code: 1200T353T3
- Nature’s Heart 1.5 oz Toasted Coconut Chips
- Pouch UPC: 050000695454, Case UPC: 050000695454
- JAN 2022 Best By Date/ Batch Code: 1120T353T2
- FEB 2022 Best By Date/ Batch Codes: 1121T353T2, 1123T353T2, 1124T353T2
- APR 2022 Best By Date/ Batch Code: 1197T353T3
- Nature’s Heart 1.5 oz Pineapple Chili Cashew Glazed Mix
- Pouch UPC: 050000867967, Case UPC: 050000948758
- JAN 2022 Best By Date/ Batch Codes: 1096T353T2, 1097T353T2
- FEB 2022 Best By Date/ Batch Codes: 1140T353T2, 1141T353T2, 1144T353T2, 1145T353T2
- Nature’s Heart 1.5 oz Mango Turmeric Cashew Glazed Mix
- Pouch UPC: 050000891450, Case UPC: 050000692514
- DEC 2022 Best By Date/ Batch Codes: 1089T353T2, 1090T353T2
- JAN 2022 Best By Date/Batch Code: 1091T353T2
Almost Full Moon Telescope Viewing with VR Social
Join us on the downtown square October 16, 7:30 to 10 p.m. We’ll have our large telescope set up on the lawn where you can see close up details of the lunar surface.
This is a FREE event, we just want to share the wonder of seeing the moon up close with you!
You will be able to take photos through the telescope lens with your phone. We have many eyepieces that will give different magnification options to see the craters up close!
The sun sets at 6:47 p.m. The moon will have risen at 5:10 p.m. By 7:30 p.m. it will have an altitude of 25 degrees with a heading of 126 degrees SE.
For more information click here: https://www.facebook.com/events/606566277184831?ref=newsfeed
Tira News – Oct. 14, 2021: All Former North Hopkins Students And Faculty Invited To Alumni Homecoming
By Jan Vaughn
The North Hopkins Alumni Association would like to encourage all former students and faculty to attend the NH Alumni Homecoming on Saturday evening, October 23, in the school cafeteria from 5 to 8 p.m. Since there was no homecoming in 2020, the classes of 1970, 1971, 1980, 1981, and 1990, 1991 will be honored for their 50-, 40-, and 30-year class reunion. The North Hopkins Culinary Arts department will be serving a delicious meal. Also, there will be Bingo and prizes! The cost is $15 per person. Please help spread the word.
Nicolaas Esterhuyse stayed with his grandparents, Yvonne and Robert Weir, over the weekend then Yvonne stayed with him at his home until the following Saturday night. His parents, Destri and Eben, were on a working vacation. Yvonne reports, “Nico had lots of flag football practice and one game.” Dustin, Natalie and Everly, also, visited them, and on Saturday Yvonne took Nico and Everly to Chuck E Cheese. Yvonne adds, “We all had Thai food later.”
I always need and appreciate input from my friends to help keep me informed of news in our community. If you have any news pertaining to Tira residents, past or present, please contact me, Jan Vaughn, at 903-438-6688 or [email protected].
HHS Observes Ombuds Day By Highlighting The Agencies 100 Patient Advocates
Agency Ombuds Handled More Than 90,000 Inquiries During Past Year
AUSTIN – In commemoration of Ombuds Day on Oct. 14, Texas Health and Human Services is highlighting the dedicated work of the agency’s ombudsmen who serve as advocates for people using HHS services and licensed long-term care facilities, and their families.
“HHSC works hard to provide critical life-saving and life sustaining services to Texans in need and our ombuds collaborate to ensure these services meet the expectations of the people who rely on them. It is a privilege to serve in such an important role when Texans need our help the most,” said HHS Ombudsman Joel Schwartz.
The HHS Office of the Ombudsman is a team of nearly 100 working to resolve consumer issues with nursing facilities, mental health and substance use disorder services, Medicaid and benefits assistance, foster care and other HHS programs. In fiscal year 2021, the ombuds handled more than 90,000 complaints, inquiries and legislative concerns.
Ombuds Day is celebrated on the second Thursday of each October to raise awareness about assistance available through ombudsmen. This year’s theme is “Ombuds: Exploring Options to Resolve Conflict Together.” Ombuds from around the world will mark the day by commemorating their work in all levels of government, institutions of higher education, and the private sector.
In recognition of Ombuds Day, Governor Greg Abbott has signed a proclamation to formally announce his support of the work of ombuds in Texas.
People who need help with HHS services can visit the HHS Office of the Ombudsman webpage or call 877-787-8999.
2 Sulphur Springs Men Jailed In Hopkins County Tuesday On Controlled Substance Charges
Two Sulphur Springs men were jailed in Hopkins County Tuesday on controlled substance charges, according to arrest reports.
Jail Transfer
Deputy Steve Huffman traveled to Hunt County jail in Greenville, where Kedaron Dion Franklin was being held on four Hopkins County warrants. Huffman took custody of Franklin at 12:09 p.m. Oct. 12, 2021, and transported the 35-year-old Sulphur Springs man to Hopkins County jail.
Franklin, who is also known by Frank Franklin, Kedaron Deon Franklin and KD, was booked in at 1:26 p.m. on two warrants for manufacture or delivery of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance, and one warrant each for manufacture or delivery of less than 28 grams of a Penalty Group 3/4 controlled substance and 1 gram ore more but less than 4 grams of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance.
He remained in Hopkins County jail Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 12, 2021, in lieu of $400,000 bond, $100 per charge.
Como Street Traffic Stop
(HCSO jail photo)
Sulphur Springs Police Officer Dustin Green conducted a traffic stop on a black Dodge 1500 at 5:21 p.m. Oct. 12, 2021, on Como Street at Whitworth Street. Upon contact, Green observed the driver to appear nervous and that the man was digging around in the vehicle, so Green had the 61-year-old Sulphur Springs man get out of the truck/
William David Baxter reportedly gave Green permission to search his pockets. Green found a glass container with a green, leafy substance he believed to be marijuana in Baxter’s shirt pocket and an eyeglass case with a clear container with a crystal-like substance he relieved to be methamphetamine in Baxter’s pocket.
Consequently, Baxter was arrested at 5:48 p.m. and booked into the county jail at 6:56 p.m. Tuesday on a possession of less than 1 gram of a Penalty Group 1 controlled substance charge. He was released from jail Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021, on a $5,000 bond set on the felony controlled substance charge.
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.
KSSTRadio.com publishes Sulphur Springs Police Department reports and news. The Police Department is located at 125 Davis St., Sulphur Springs, Texas. Non-emergency calls can be made to (903) 885-7602.
If you have an emergency dial 9-1-1.
The Sulphur Springs Police Department continues to serve its citizens with pride in its overall mission and will strive to provide the best possible police force in the 21st century.
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.
The 2022 Women’s Rodeo World Championship Moves to Fort Worth in May with New Competition Format Updates
Richest Women’s Rodeo Event in History moves to Texas with PBR World Finals in 2022
The WCRA (World Champions Rodeo Alliance) and PBR (Professional Bull Riders) announced that the largest payout event in the history of Women’s Rodeo, the Women’s Rodeo World Championship (WRWC), will move to Fort Worth, Texas, starting in May 2022.
The relocation and dates will go into effect immediately after the 2021 WRWC which will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada, at South Point Arena Oct. 26-29.
The championship event will be split between The Historic Cowtown Coliseum and Dickies Arena. The first three rounds of competition will be at Cowtown Coliseum May 16-17, with the final two rounds held at Dickies Arena in conjunction with PBR World Finals. 2022 Women’s Rodeo World Champions will now be crowned in the same arena as the PBR World Champion.
“We are ecstatic about this forever home for the WRWC in the heart of cowboy country as we continue to change the landscape of women’s rodeo offering the world’s largest payout in the history of women’s rodeo and showcasing these atheltes to the world on national television broadcast,” said WCRA President Bobby Mote. “Ushering in this new era of women’s rodeo at an event with this level of payout and visibility is something we take great pride in.”
At the inaugural event in 2020, four women became the first in history to claim the coveted title of Women’s Rodeo World Champion and took home a minimum of $60,000 each while the All-Around Champion collected a $20,000 cash bonus. The championship event dished out equal money in all disciplines and cut checks to more than 250 female athletes.
WRWC is the largest annual purse for a women’s rodeo event and will again payout $750,000 in 2021 while crowning World Champions in the Women’s Rodeo disciplines; Team Roping, Breakaway Roping and Barrel Racing. An all-around champion will also be crowned.
Athletes have two opportunities to earn a position to the event: The WRWC Leaderboard or through a WRWC Qualifiers Series event.
WRWC is a culmination of a leaderboard race of rodeo events worldwide for female rodeo athletes at both Pro and Challenger levels. Athletes can qualify by nominating their rodeo efforts and earning points for the 2022 WRWC leaderboard positions using the VRQ (Virtual Rodeo Qualifier). Athletes have until April 17, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. to nominate and earn points. The top 20 on both the Pro and Challenger leaderboards will qualify for the event. Athletes can learn how to nominate and earn points HERE. Nominations are open now.
In addition to the leaderboards, athletes can earn a generic qualification to the WRWC by participating in Qualifier Series events. The Qualifier Series is a string of events held prior to the 2022 WRWC where athletes who nominate and place in the top spot in their respected discipline will earn a generic qualification to the 2022 WRWC. All 2022 WRWC Qualifier Series events will be announced in the coming weeks.
More information about the event including payout, and format can be found at womensrodeoworldchampionship.com or contact [email protected].
About WRWC:
In February 2020, WCRA and PBR announced a revolutionary event in women’s rodeo- the Women’s Rodeo World Championship. A first-of-its-kind, the event is open to any female athlete in the world competing in breakaway roping, barrel racing, and team roping.
The 2021 Women’s Rodeo World Championship, scheduled for South Point Arena in Las Vegas, in conjunction with the PBR World Finals Nov 1-6 is the largest annual payout for a Women’s Rodeo event and will payout over $750,000 while crowning World Champions in the Women’s Rodeo disciplines; Team Roping, Breakaway Roping and Barrel Racing.
Distinguished SSHS Stringed Orchestra Students
Five Sulphur Springs High School Stringed Orchestra students distinguished themselves over the weekend at Region Audition.
This list of accomplished strings musicians includes Jonathan Gloar, Daphne Valles, Daniel Elam, Khira Young, and Marco Rivera. Johnathan Gloar made 7th chair viola, Daniel Elam made viola alternate and Daphne Valles made 6th chair cello, according to SSMS & SSHSString Orchestra Director Hannah Kirby.
Gloar and Valles have had past successes with their stringed instruments. As a freshman in the spring of 2020, violist Gloar received a 2nd division or excellent rating for his performances at the Solo and Ensemble competition as well as a 2 for his viola solo.
Congratulations to all five of these musicians for their achievements in orchestral music.
Eighth Grade A and B Football Teams Wins Fifth Straight
The 8th Grade Wildcats A and B Team faced the Texas High Middle School Tigers and both Wildcats teams emerged victorious.
Both the A and B team middle school football teams continue their winning streak with 5-0 records on the season.
The eighth grade A team won 26-14 versus the Tigers.
On offense, quarterback Gage Gideon had a huge game, throwing for 3 TD passes and had 20 yards rushing for the game.
Wide receiver Jaxson Haire also had a great game with 2 TDs receiving and also a rushing TD. Two-way player Julian Clayton also contributed at the wide out position with 1 receiving TD and played well at the Middle Linebacker position delivering huge hits to the Texas High offense skill players, Coach Flores said.
The middle school Wildcats football coach said running backs Keyshaun John and Alex King did a great job of running the ball hard all night, and combined for over 150 yards rushing for the game.
The offensive line, led by Justin Strickland, Jeffrey Stevenson, Dallin Horton, Lucas Shirley, Anthony Solis, Michael Walker, Trey Pannel, Vincient Johnson, Kase Temples, and Aiden Mccarroll all did a great job of executing the blocking scheme and causing trouble for the Texas High defense.
Alex McCormick, Gio Ibarra, Austin Crocker, Matthew Jeter, Corbin Argenbright, and Juan Reyes were relentless on the defensive side causing huge stops for the Texas High offense.
The eighth grade B team, like the A team, got a victory versus the Tigers, beating Texas High 16-6.
On offense, RB Cazden Holton ran the ball hard and finished the game with 40 yards rushing. Running back Logan Lowrance also ran the ball hard with 1 TD rushing.
QB Deuce Timmons had a great game and rushed for 75 yards and also contributed with 1 rushing TD.
Both lines were led by TJ Abron, Jermiah Robinson, Bryson Reyes, Aiden Koon, Kendrick Harris, Marcos Ramirez, Blaine Allen, Jacolby Arceneaux, who did a great job of blocking on offense and getting in the backfield of the Texas High offense.
Defenders Issiac Ray, TJ Bolden and Mack Barrett played well, swarming to the football. Mack Barrett also contributed with an INT.
Coach Flores said he would like to thank all the fans and parents that came out and supported the Middle School Football teams last Tuesday at the Prim.
The Middle School Wildcats A and B team will travel to Pine Tree on Tuesday, Oct. 19 to face the Pirates, action begins at 5:30 P.M. with the B team and follows with the A team at 6:30 P.M.
KSST is proud to be the official Wildcat and Lady Cat Station. We broadcast Sulphur Springs ISD games year round live on radio. When allowed, we also broadcast games via our YouTube channel.
