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The Columbus Cardinals’ varsity basketball team has yet to lose in district play, and if the recent trend of hot shooting continues, opposing teams will have a tough time adding that first loss to the Cards’ record. The three-point shot was a big weapon for the Cards once again over the past week as they used some big performances from Cristian Reyna and Trace Braden to take back-to-back wins over Tidehaven and then Palacios.

Columbus’ lady soccer team has been finding a lot of success in the early season as they battled through another tournament last week. At nearby Rice High School, the Lady Cards fought through six close matches in consecutive days. Like the rest of the season, Columbus relied on their strong defense and top scorers to claim four wins and two ties on the way to the tournament gold medal.

The first powerlifting meet of the season came with significant success forth the Columbus Cardinals’ and Rice Raiders’ lift teams. The Rice-hosted ‘Swamp Strength 1.0’ marked the first of several competitions to be held this season at the school. Lifters in the county got off to a hot start as each school had top performers and placements at the conclusion of the meet.

RAIDERS TAKE DIFFICULT BACK-TO-BACK LOSSES

The Lady Raiders had some difficulties last week as district play continues. Rice has been having those same difficulties all district season as they have yet to get their first district win of the season. After a difficult offensive performance in the first game of the week against Edna, the Lady Raiders got a better performance against Industrial despite still falling in a big deficit.

The Texas Girls’ Coaches Association is a statewide press organization that covers, analyzes and ranks varsity girls’ sports in every division. Both the Columbus Lady Cardinals and the Weimar Ladycats spent time this past season on the TGCA top-25 poll as one of the top teams in the state. Because of their team performance this season, it is no surprise that there are a number of players from both teams who received honors for their play. Below are the TGCA All-State selections in Colorado County. Note: The All-State selections are separated by division and consolidated here for space. Columbus is in the 3A division, and Weimar is in the 2A division.

The Weimar Ladycats had only one game this past week after having an off day on Friday. Despite the break, they may have been chomping at the bit to get back on the court to redeem themselves after dropping a close game against the Ganado Lady Indians. Weimar had a strong game and kept things close because of their defense which has been elite all season. However, they did not find enough scoring late to get over the hump as they fell to the 37-35 defeat.

COLUMBUS BOYS TAKE SECOND AT RICE SOCCER TOURNEY

The Weimar Wildcats had chances near the end of their game against Ganado to potentially come out with a victory. They were able to score and defend at a relatively high level all game. However, Ganado made just enough plays to take the tight victory as they held on for a 56-53 win.

Top scholars at Southwestern College in Winfield and at Southwestern College Professional Studies have been announced with the release of the Dean’s Honor Roll for the fall 2022 semester. Fulltime students who earned grade point averages of at least 3.70 (4.0 equals an A) were eligible for the honor.

ELIS STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

“Therefore, whoever takes the lowly position of this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. And whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me.” (Matthew 18:4-5) The fourth grade would like to invite you to join them as they lead the school in the celebration of the Eucharist this Friday at 8:15 a.m. Honors and High Honors will be awarded after Mass.

The Raider of the week for the week of Jan. 10 is Scott Tesch. His parents are Scott Tesch and Amanda Dornak. Scott is a senior this year. While in high school, Scott participates in marching band. His favorite teacher and class is Mr. Thormaehlen’s Government class. Outside of school, Scott likes to walk through nature, playing music, and learning martial arts. After graduation, Scott wants to take apprenticeships under experienced blacksmiths and leather workers to master the hammer and flame.

COLUMBUS – The Colorado County Historical Commission made history Jan. 11 with the swearing in of nearly 30 new members.

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LIONS CLUB COAT DRIVE A SUCCESS

The Columbus Lions Club held their weekly meeting on Monday, Jan. 9 at Schobels Restaurant. Guest speakers were Columbus ISD Athletic Director, Matt Schobel and Head Volleyball Coach, Kayley Johns. If you are interested in joining the Columbus Lions Club contact one of the organization’s members.

From the beginning of November until Dec. 31, the Columbus branch of Industry State Bank partnered with the Columbus Lions Club for their Holiday Coat Drive. Community members donated coats and jackets to assist those in need. The Lions Club distributed them on Friday, Jan. 13 at the Methodist Church Family Life Center. Industry State Bank would like to thank those who contributed to the Holiday Coat Drive. Pictured: Dwight Mazac (left), Frank Howell, Darrel Appelt, Steve McCullough and Alan Kuehn