The circus-like atmosphere that Eagle Pass anticipated at Alexander High came alive in the third game of Tuesday's District 29-5A match and never let up, but the Lady Eagles were able to take one away from the Lady Bulldogs.
Alexander dropped a hard-fought five games to Eagle Pass, 21-25, 13-25, 25-16, 25-23, and 14-16, for its first district loss of the season.
Eagle Pass (15-5, 2-0 29-5A) remained undefeated in District 29-5A play and snapped the Lady Bulldogs’ nine-game winning streak.
Alexander's (11-4, 1-1) slow start at the inception of the game gave Eagle Pass wings to fly in the first two games.
Eagle Pass dominated every facet of the game, forcing Alexander to commit defensive errors and keeping the Lady Bulldogs off the net, away from their offensive attack.
With a 2-0 lead, Eagle Pass smelled the blood to possibly finish off the Lady Bulldogs, but Alexander made a complete turnaround, reverting to an offensive attack at the net and great defensive plays in the back row.
Alexander was led by Alexa Salazar and Lizzy Prieto as they breathed some life into the Lady Bulldogs’ offensive attack in the crucial third game.
Alexander jumped out to a 9-7 lead in the third game and never looked back, as it took game three, 25-16.
The momentum shifted in the Lady Bulldogs’ favor and it grew with each great play that the Lady Bulldogs executed.
Eagle Pass' inexperience showed through in the fourth game and the Lady Bulldogs took advantage in every point.
But it was leadership that pulled Eagle Pass through when it mattered most.
Everything you need to know about the Alexander High School sports scene.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
Momentum carries for Bulldogs
The Alexander Bulldogs didn't waste any time in proving that last year's remarkable district finish wasn't just a flash in the pan.
The momentum looks to have carried on through the summer and was unleashed against the Alice Coyotes in a 41-37 win on Friday.
"Not just anybody can go to Alice and beat Alice," Alexander head coach Joel Lopez said. "They're a perennial playoff team and the tradition there is impeccable. I would know, I have people that I know in Alice that have had the same season tickets for the last 30 years and they don’t have any family playing ... football is a way of life in Alice.
"So to go down there at their own place and beat them is just a tremendous accomplishment and it says a lot about our program and where we are headed."
Getting recognized with honors in their respective positions were Xavier Skaggs (offensive back), Bengie Mota (offensive line), Jose Sanchez (defensive back), Luis Villanueva (defensive line), Eduardo Garcia (head hunter) and kicker/punter Jerry Villarreal (special teams).
For Lopez, the difference in the game came off a stripped fumble created after a kickoff late in the fourth quarter.
"The very next play, we scored a touchdown and that’s where we took the lead," Lopez said. "At that point, it was a very close game and I thought the kids kept their composure; even though we threw an interception at the end, the defense came through."
The Bulldogs' offense was in top form, with junior gunslinger Brian Swain throwing for four touchdowns and over 380 passing yards. Skaggs gutted the defense with his speed and agility.
While the defense did allow a fare amount of points, it pulled through when it mattered; something that the Bulldogs failed to do last season against Donna in the playoffs. That experience didn’t take long to come in handy.
"As a staff, we are very pleased with our performance," Lopez said. "We stuck through a heavyweight bout, we took a lot of punches, but when we needed to rise to the occasion, the defense did and they did great job.
"You tell them many times that it's not over until it's over, but until they go through it they won't know. I think our experience helped us out. We do not want to let happen what happened against Donna last year, when we lost in the last seconds of the game."
The momentum looks to have carried on through the summer and was unleashed against the Alice Coyotes in a 41-37 win on Friday.
"Not just anybody can go to Alice and beat Alice," Alexander head coach Joel Lopez said. "They're a perennial playoff team and the tradition there is impeccable. I would know, I have people that I know in Alice that have had the same season tickets for the last 30 years and they don’t have any family playing ... football is a way of life in Alice.
"So to go down there at their own place and beat them is just a tremendous accomplishment and it says a lot about our program and where we are headed."
Getting recognized with honors in their respective positions were Xavier Skaggs (offensive back), Bengie Mota (offensive line), Jose Sanchez (defensive back), Luis Villanueva (defensive line), Eduardo Garcia (head hunter) and kicker/punter Jerry Villarreal (special teams).
For Lopez, the difference in the game came off a stripped fumble created after a kickoff late in the fourth quarter.
"The very next play, we scored a touchdown and that’s where we took the lead," Lopez said. "At that point, it was a very close game and I thought the kids kept their composure; even though we threw an interception at the end, the defense came through."
The Bulldogs' offense was in top form, with junior gunslinger Brian Swain throwing for four touchdowns and over 380 passing yards. Skaggs gutted the defense with his speed and agility.
While the defense did allow a fare amount of points, it pulled through when it mattered; something that the Bulldogs failed to do last season against Donna in the playoffs. That experience didn’t take long to come in handy.
"As a staff, we are very pleased with our performance," Lopez said. "We stuck through a heavyweight bout, we took a lot of punches, but when we needed to rise to the occasion, the defense did and they did great job.
"You tell them many times that it's not over until it's over, but until they go through it they won't know. I think our experience helped us out. We do not want to let happen what happened against Donna last year, when we lost in the last seconds of the game."
Week 0: Alexander 41, Alice 37
Alexander 41, Alice 37: The Bulldogs trailed 13-7 at halftime. "We came back … picked it up and did a great job in the second half," coach Joel Lopez said. Junior QB Brian Swan completed 29-of-40 passes for four touchdowns and 384 yards. He threw for three interceptions. R.J. Aguero had 109 receiving yards and a touchdown. Daniel Ramos had 93 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Xavier Skaggs accounted for 167 all-purpose yards and a rushing touchdown. Bobby Bowen also had a rushing touchdown. The Bulldogs amassed 489 yards of total offense, 384 through the air.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Lady Bulldogs win volleyball opener
Volleyball scores from Tues., Aug. 10.
Alexander 3, McAllen 1: The Lady Bulldogs won 20-25, 25-21, 32-30, 25-23. Alexa Salazar had eight digs and nine points, Adriana Nino had 17 assists and nine digs, Daisy Gonzalez had 10 kills, Daniella Gonzalez had seven kills, Denisse Cela had eight digs and 12 points, Kassy Garcia had 21 digs, Lizzy Prieto had 28 assists and 14 kills and 11 points, Xcaret Ramirez had seven kills and four digs.
Alexander 3, McAllen 1: The Lady Bulldogs won 20-25, 25-21, 32-30, 25-23. Alexa Salazar had eight digs and nine points, Adriana Nino had 17 assists and nine digs, Daisy Gonzalez had 10 kills, Daniella Gonzalez had seven kills, Denisse Cela had eight digs and 12 points, Kassy Garcia had 21 digs, Lizzy Prieto had 28 assists and 14 kills and 11 points, Xcaret Ramirez had seven kills and four digs.
United Independent School District 2010 Football Season Ticket Prices
Season Ticket holders will be able to purchase season tickets through Friday. On Monday, Aug. 16, season tickets will go on sale to the general public. Tickets can be purchased at the Student Activity Complex on Highway 359, 5208 Sta. Claudia Lane, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Ticket prices are as follows: Alexander $42; United $36. LBJ and United South games will be sold on a game to game basis. If you have any questions please call the Athletic Office at 473-7100.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Alexander Football practices begin Monday
The Alexander Bulldogs will begin football practice on Monday. Times are as follows: Varsity practices ar 6:30 a.m.; JV and freshmen practice at 9 a.m.; varsity holds its second practice at 10:30 a.m. Paperwork and physical exams need to be turned in before the players are allowed to practice. Please turn in to the trainers at the fieldhouse.
Alexander team tennis
All returning tennis players need to pick up paperwork this week at the Alexander tennis courts from 8-11:30 a.m. Practice will begin on Monday from 9-11 a.m. For more information please contact coach Cuellar at 286-3056.
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