Astro-nomical!
Eugenia Rios has been a loyal Astros fan her entire life.
Mike Myers, 35, stood inside of Minute Maid Park Wednesday night, shocked as the Astros finally put away the Dodgers to win the World Series. Part of a group of a few thousand fans who watched the game on the stadium’s big screen, Myers has been an Astros fan since 5 years old, and struggled…
The Houston Astros “earned history” in their World Series win against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
It took the Houston Astros 11 innings, seven runs and five pitchers to secure its first World Series win.
They did it.
HOUSTON (AP) — Minnesota's Joe Ryan hadn't allowed a home run since April 19 and had given up just four all season.
After an eventful season that saw area teams Barbers Hill, Crosby and Goose Creek Memorial reach the playoffs, the 17-5A All-District baseball teams have been announced.
As the summer heats up, so will football action as the Bayou Bowl will kick off its 20th year. The annual all-star game will be held at 7 p.m., June 10 at Eagle Stadium in Mont Belvieu.
Two impact players for Barbers Hill will make one more appearance on their home turf as Ryan Webb and Theron Pierre were selected to play in the 2023 Bayou Bowl.
Baytown resident and avid golfer Ray Watson has been a strong supporter of the Barbers Hill High School golf teams. He has regularly attended their tournaments and has encouraged them throughout the course of the year. In appreciation of his support, members of the boys and girls teams honor…
Going into the third week as Crosby’s new Head Football Coach and Athletic Director, Joe Willis has certainly hit the ground running.
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Yordan Alvarez hit two of Houston’s seven home runs, and the surging Astros beat Oakland 10-1 on Sunday to complete another series sweep and hand the Athletics their 11th consecutive loss.
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Astros’ shortstop Jeremy Peña hit a two-run home run in his first at-bat since getting a planned day off, backing another solid outing from Framber Valdez as Houston sent the Oakland Athletics to their 10th consecutive loss with a 6-3 win Saturday.
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Mark Kotsay will keep searching for the small bright spots as his Oakland Athletics stumble day after day, making sure they maintain their fight. He will celebrate a defensive play here, an at-bat there, a big catch or mighty throw.
The Class 5A Regional Semifinal between Barbers Hill and Magnolia West was a clash between two teams riding six-game winning streaks.
Well, sometimes, it’s too deep to reel in healthy fish.
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Former Crosby High School Head Football Coach Jerry Prieto, who resigned from his position in late April, has been named the new leader at Lake Worth High School, district officials confirmed.
The efforts of the top softball players in 17-5A are being recognized with the announcement of the All-District Teams.
Deandre Lamont is living the dream.
The 12 U Platinum Elite 7-on-7 football team added to its collection of tournament championships as the earned the title at the “409 Best of the Best” event recently. Team members include Ayden Worthington, Amado Jacobs, Timothy Jacobs, Andre Alexander, Jayvin Mayvon, Braylen Henderson, Kayd…
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Joey Wiemer and Owen Miller homered, Colin Rea combined on a five-hitter and the Milwaukee Brewers stopped the Houston Astros' eight-game winning streak with a 6-0 victory on Tuesday night.
If you are in Round 4 of the UIL Baseball Playoffs, your team is to be reckoned with.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Yordan Alvarez was feeling more comfortable than usual, which created plenty of discomfort for the Milwaukee Brewers.
Defense won Game 1, but this time it was the Barbers Hill offense that powered a 12-3 second game sweep over state top-ranked Friendswood and advanced the Eagles to the Region 3 Semifinals.
After finishing as the fourth-place team in district, the Dayton Lady Broncos put together a memorable postseason run. In the process, they knocked off two district champions and last Friday they were looking for another repeat performance against Frisco Lone Star.
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston catcher Martín Maldonado wasn't sure what to expect from Framber Valdez in Sunday's start after what he called a “crazy” warmup in the bullpen.
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston manager Dusty Baker likened Yordan Alvarez to an NBA player with the ball in his hands and the game on the line after the slugger lifted his team a win Saturday with one mighty swing.
Barbers Hill's baseball team advanced to the regional semifinal round of the state playoffs with a two-game sweep of Friendswood Friday night.
HOUSTON (AP) — Kyle Tucker homered, José Altuve made his season debut and the Houston Astros beat the Oakland Athletics 5-1 on Friday night for their fifth straight victory.
Crosby ISD now has its new athletic director and head football coach.
Barbers Hill rode a five run first inning, stellar defensive play and a workmanlike performance from sophomore pitcher Ayden Mooring to take Game 1 of the Regional Quarterfinal 8-2 over top-ranked Friendswood.
The regional semifinals between No. 1 Lake Creek and No. 2 Barbers Hill certainly lived up to its billing.
HOUSTON (AP) — Kyle Tucker's two-run single capped a four-run rally in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Houston Astros beat the skidding Chicago Cubs 7-6 on Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep.
The top performers in area high school girls soccer are in the spotlight as the District 17-5A All-District Soccer team has been announced.
By Mark Kramer
HOUSTON (AP) — Chas McCormick likes to talk about a high school career where he starred in both baseball and basketball.
HOUSTON (AP) — Alex Bregman still isn't where he wants to be at the plate.
The state’s top two Class 5A girls’ softball teams are heading for a showdown.
Barbers Hill versus Friendswood in the UIL baseball playoffs. Period. Enough said. Reading that matchup alone should excite high school baseball fans around the state.
The Dayton Lady Broncos are heading to the Regional Semifinals after needing only two games to get past district rival Huntsville last weekend. The Class 5A Region II Quarterfinal series started on Thursday night with Dayton taking a 4-2 win over the Lady Hornets.
CHICAGO (AP) — Yainer Diaz hit his first major league home run to back rookie Hunter Brown and help the Houston Astros beat the Chicago White Sox 4-3 on Sunday for their fourth win in five games.
Both Barbers Hill baseball and softball teams won their playoff series over the weekend and will be in action again this weekend.
CHICAGO (AP) — It all comes down to plate discipline for Luis Robert Jr. When he swings at strikes, good things happen for the Chicago White Sox.
CHICAGO (AP) — J.P. France passed the time during the lengthy rain delay playing cards and taking a beating.
Crosby High School’s Braden Womack captured third place in the long jump at the University Interscholastic League’s State Track and Field Championships in Austin on Friday.
The Barbers Hill girls softball team dropped Game 1 of their regional quarterfinals best-of-three series 2-0 against Friendswood Thursday night at Deer Park High School.
Crosby’s Keith Kennemer tossed a complete game, two-hit shutout and struck out eight Fulshear batters as the Cougars earned a 2-0 victory in Game 1 of area round baseball action at Cy Ranch High School Thursday night.
The third time at state could be the charm for Barbers Hill’s Kaci Andrus.
After Wednesday’s heavy rainstorms, local high school baseball and softball fans are hoping that the weather holds out for playoff games scheduled for tonight and Friday.
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Cristian Javier struck out 11 over six strong innings of three-hit ball, and the Houston Astros overcame Shohei Ohtani's two-run homer in the ninth inning for a 5-4 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday.
Faith Guidry was a standout multi-sport athlete during her time at Barbers Hill High School. She was a vital part of the 2021 State Championship softball team and also received all-district honors in basketball and volleyball.