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Athletics going strong at TSD

Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.com

Athletes at the Texas School for the Deaf (Austin, Texas) are proving their abilities on the field, writes Jeff Miller.

Story | Conversation | August 06, 2009

Philly gives Pennsylvania hoops its clout

Chris Lawlor, ESPNRISE.com

Philadelphia players are known for their gritty style and "never back down" attitude. Meaning, if you back down on the playground, you might not see the court for the rest of the day.

Story | Conversation | February 12, 2009

Death of ref stuns Texas community

Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.com

"Big Jake" Bethany was an imposing presence on the court -- as a player, coach and, later, referee. His collapse during halftime of a game he was working stunned his Texas community.

Story | Conversation | January 08, 2009

John Tyler's win among top moments in Texas Stadium's history

Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.com

Of the 555 high school games played at Texas Stadium, John Tyler's improbable 48-44 victory over Plano East is the most memorable and the most viewed. ESPN2 picked up the spirited Plano broadcast, which went on to win an ESPY.

Story | Conversation | December 22, 2008

Boys' soccer commitment list

Sheldon Shealer, ESPNRISE.com

In an attempt to offer soccer fans the most complete recruiting coverage possible, we are offering up this incomplete list of verbal commitments.

Story | Conversation | December 17, 2008

Permian lighting up Friday Nights -- again

Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.com

Darren Allman, the first Son of Mojo to return home to become the Permian (Odessa, Texas) head coach, has brought back the Panthers' winning ways.

Story | Conversation | November 27, 2008

Duncanville starts season at No. 1

Christopher Lawlor, ESPNRISE.com

With a talented roster and an aggressive national schedule, Duncanville High in Texas takes the top spot in the ESPN RISE FAB 50 Boys' Basketball Preseason Rankings.

Story | Conversation | November 04, 2008

All Area Bay Area

ESPNRISE.com

Check out the top basketball players in your region here

Story | Conversation | October 24, 2008