Schools & Sports
Pirates Win Key Matchup at Corsicana, 64-40
The Pirates were sitting at 2-3 in district play coming into Friday night’s game against Corsicana. This meant Crandall would have to win out in order to punch their ticket to the playoffs. Coach Hardin and his staff understood the importance of this game. Hardin said, “The coaching staff has been locked in all week, as well as the athletes. We will come out and compete at the highest level possible!”
Jackrabbits Tame Wildcats 37-28
The Forney Jackrabbits traveled to Sulphur Springs last week to face the Wildcats in their Week Nine matchup. Beating the Wildcats would further cement Forney’s playoff position. Sulphur Springs gave a valiant effort on the field, but the Jackrabbits ultimately proved to be too much for the Wildcats.
All photos by JASON BOWIE
Pirates Fall Short Against Royce City, 65-63
With three games remaining in the regular season, Crandall was looking to come out with a much-needed win in district play. Royce City was coming in undefeated with a 4-0 record in district. This matchup played a crucial part in the standings and possible opponents to be played in the playoffs if the Pirates win out.
All photos by STEFANIE FLAISHANS and LARRY GOLDEN
Forney Falls to #4 Ennis
Last Friday, October 22, the Forney Jackrabbits hosted the Ennis Lions for a Week Eight Matchup of two teams that were both undefeated in district play. A win versus the Lions would lock Forney in a playoff spot. However, key errors by the Jackrabbits would prove to be their downfall in the contest. Forney would lose the game 31-7.