McCauley to lend items for Ryan Exhibit in Alvin
By Karolyn Gephart The Alvin Historical Museum is preparing a special permanent exhibit honoring Nolan Ryan. Charles McCauley, a lifetime Alvin resident and retired Alvin ISD educator, has been a recent contributor to the new area. McCauley is a collector of sports memorabilia. Among the items he acquired over the …
Butler named “Coach of the Year” by TD Club of Houston
By Dr. David Davis When a coach is nominated for “Coach of the Year” honors for the Touchdown Club of Houston, it means you are one of the elite coaches in the Houston area. This year, Shadow Creek head coach Brad Butler was nominated with nine …
Friendswood comes up short at state volleyball tournament
By Dr. David Davis While the Friendswood Lady Mustangs didn’t finish the state tournament with their desired result, the appearance in the state’s final four marks a long journey to be back among the Class 5A elite. “We got Friendswood volleyball back on the map, back …
STATE BOUND! Lady Mustangs capture 5A Region III Crown
By Dr. David Davis Friendswood lost in the Class 5A Region III finals a year ago to Kingwood Park. Despite the loss, Friendswood head coach Sarah Paulk knew she had a young team and believed they would challenge again this year. This is the deepest playoff run for …
Blue Santa Shootout Toy Drive registration underway
By Karolyn Gephart The Blue Santa Shootout Toy Drive will be Saturday, November 17, 2019 at Schulz Sportspark at 2910 W. Parkwood in Friendswood. The event is sponsored by the Friendswood Parks and Recreation Department. Registration is underway for the Adult Co-ed and Men’s “D” Divisions event. Call 281-996-3228 to …
Pearland’s Casey Russell to play at the PGA Championship
By DR. DAVID DAVIS For the avid golfer, playing in a PGA event would be a dream come true, though most part-time golfers don’t have the skill to compete against the best golfers in the world. But in the case of Pearland’s Casey Russell, PGA Pro at Golfcrest Country Club, …