Joeckel twins leading Arlington High
Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.comMatt Joeckel is entering his senior season as Arlington (Texas) High's quarterback and is looking to go deep into the playoffs. Watching his back is his brother, Luke, a senior lineman, writes Jeff Miller.
Story | Conversation | August 18, 2009Cooper playing big at small school
Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.comLavocheya Cooper does everything for Texas Class 2A Arp. As a safety, running back and kick returner, Cooper is carrying the banner for Texas' small-school players, writes Jeff Miller.
Story | Conversation | August 14, 2009Athletics going strong at TSD
Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.comAthletes at the Texas School for the Deaf (Austin, Texas) are proving their abilities on the field, writes Jeff Miller.
Story | Conversation | August 06, 2009Determination, drive earn Bates scholarship
Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.comBrandon Bates spent the past four years at the Carolina Children's Home, never really knowing his family. When an eligibility issue took away his senior season, his coaches stepped in to help him earn a much-deserved -- and appreciated -- scholarship.
Story | Conversation | July 24, 2009Spread traces its roots to Depression-era Texas high school football
Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.comThe spread has made headlines in recent years because it aims to level the playing field while resulting in eye-popping passing stats. But the offense is no recent fad; it traces its roots to Depression-era Texas high school football, writes Jeff Miller.
Story | Conversation | July 19, 2009Bidding for Clarkson's services heats up in summer session
Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.comWagner's (San Antonio) Jordan Clarkson was named after Michael Jordan. As Clarkson focuses on modeling his game after No. 23, college coaches are beginning to take notice, writes Jeff Miller.
Story | Conversation | July 15, 2009Sumrall completes title defense, dream season
Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.comSumrall (Miss.) entered the season focused on defending its 2008 state title. The Bobcats, however, did even better, winning a second straight title with a perfect record, writes Jeff Miller.
Story | Conversation | July 10, 2009Hope Christian pays the price for dynasty
Jeff Miller, ESPNRISE.comHope Christian (Albuquerque, N.M.) had a motto of "Pay the Price" going into the season. After a grueling schedule, the Huskies took home their sixth title since 1999.
Story | Conversation | July 02, 2009Overall excellence earns The Woodlands FAB 50 all-sports crown
Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.comTo take home ESPN RISE's overall FAB 50 title, The Woodlands (Texas) had to excel across the board. Passion, a drive to succeed and great coaching made the difference, writes Jeff Miller.
Story | Conversation | July 01, 2009Seniors lead Socorro to historic title win
Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.comWith a senior-laden team, Socorro (El Paso, Texas) looked like the team to beat in Texas' Class 5A division. But the Bulldogs exceeded expectations and made history en route to the championship, writes Jeff Miller.
Story | Conversation | June 25, 2009Rivet makes unlikely run to state title game
Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.comAt the start of the season, the Rivet (Vincennes, Ind.) baseball didn't even have enough players to field a team. After a "membership drive," the Patriots put together five straight postseason wins to reach the Indiana state championship game.
Story | Conversation | June 18, 2009Pressure no problem for Capistrano Valley
Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.comCapistrano Valley (Mission Viejo, Calif.) entered the season with a hot prospect and high expectations. But the pressure wasn't a problem as the team cruised to its sixth title, writes Jeff Miller.
Story | Conversation | June 17, 2009Heathcott, Texas High take home 4A crown
Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.comWhen star outfielder Slade Heathcott made his season pitching debut for Texas High (Texarkana) in the Texas 4A title game, no one could have guessed he would shut down highly ranked Moody (Corpus Christi) for the title.
Story | Conversation | June 17, 2009Pearland looks for first title since 1980
Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.comPearland (Texas) last won a state baseball title was 1980. Now, some members of that team are watching their sons go after the same crown.
Story | Conversation | June 11, 2009Punahou continuing island dominance
Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.comThe Punahou (Honolulu) School Class of 2009 has a lot to celebrate. Buff 'n Blue athletes won 61 state titles in four years in sports from football to air riflery, writes Jeff Miller.
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