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(Posted Wed 10:19 am)
YCAD taking tax payments locally
The Young County Appraisal District will have a representative in Olney to take tax payments from residents on one final date during the month of January.
A representative will be available at the Olney Independent School District Administration Office from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27.
FC now accepting orders for cake balls
First Baptist Church of Olney is holding a cake ball fundraiser in order to help raise money for a mission trip. Cost of the cake balls is $10 per dozen, and are available in chocolate, vanilla or strawberry varieties. To place an order, call the church office at (940) 564-5594 before Monday, Jan. 30.
Junior class selling signed ball chances
The Olney High School junior class will be selling chances to win a basketball signed by the entire varsity Cubs basketball team. The ball will be displayed in a special case. Tickets are $1 each, and will be on sale at all remaining home basketball games. The drawing will be held at the final home basketball game on Tuesday, Feb. 7. Proceeds will go to help the junior class pay for the 2012 prom.
Entries for Cupid’s Cuties due Feb. 10
The Olney Enterprise is hosting its annual Cupid’s Cuties photo contest. Entries are $10 apiece, and winners in two categories will receive gift certificates from 3-D Etc. Entries are due by 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10. Categories are open to children from infant to 2 and from 3-6. Only one child per photo, please.
(Posted Wed 10:19 am)
YCAD taking tax payments locally
The Young County Appraisal District will have a representative in Olney to take tax payments from residents on one final date during the month of January.
A representative will be available at the Olney Independent School District Administration Office from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27.
FC now accepting orders for cake balls
First Baptist Church of Olney is holding a cake ball fundraiser in order to help raise money for a mission trip. Cost of the cake balls is $10 per dozen, and are available in chocolate, vanilla or strawberry varieties. To place an order, call the church office at (940) 564-5594 before Monday, Jan. 30.
Junior class selling signed ball chances
The Olney High School junior class will be selling chances to win a basketball signed by the entire varsity Cubs basketball team. The ball will be displayed in a special case. Tickets are $1 each, and will be on sale at all remaining home basketball games. The drawing will be held at the final home basketball game on Tuesday, Feb. 7. Proceeds will go to help the junior class pay for the 2012 prom.
Entries for Cupid’s Cuties due Feb. 10
The Olney Enterprise is hosting its annual Cupid’s Cuties photo contest. Entries are $10 apiece, and winners in two categories will receive gift certificates from 3-D Etc. Entries are due by 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10. Categories are open to children from infant to 2 and from 3-6. Only one child per photo, please.
News
Council picks trash containers, company
by By Mindi Kimbro, editor@olneyenterprise.com
(Posted Wed 10:19 am)
With overwhelming support from citizens in favor of keeping dumpsters over roll-out, polycart trash cans, Olney City Council voted Monday, Jan. 23, to stick with the current garbage solution. By a unanimous decision, members Kathy Woodall, Samantha Purdy, Jake Bailey and Marshall Leemann chose to keep dumpsters as the primary garbage collection vessel for citizens and businesses. Debbie Sandlin was not present, and Mayor Brenda Stennett, who was present, votes only in case of a tie.
“We got quite a bit of feedback,” said City Administrator Danny Parker, noting that the city received 211 total comments on the matter. Of those comments, 211 were in favor of keeping the dumpsters, and only nine were in favor of roll-out containers.
“I think we should offer both, if someone did want a poly-cart,” Stennett said.
“The overwhelming response from everybody was to keep it the way it is,” Leemann said. “In my opinion, this is one of the rare occasions where we can please everybody.”
According to the bids turned in by both Knox Waste Services and IESI, who currently handles the city’s trash collection needs, residential customers will be able to choose to have a roll-out container over paying for all or part of the use of a dumpster, if desired.
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by By Mindi Kimbro, editor@olneyenterprise.com
(Posted Wed 10:19 am)
With overwhelming support from citizens in favor of keeping dumpsters over roll-out, polycart trash cans, Olney City Council voted Monday, Jan. 23, to stick with the current garbage solution. By a unanimous decision, members Kathy Woodall, Samantha Purdy, Jake Bailey and Marshall Leemann chose to keep dumpsters as the primary garbage collection vessel for citizens and businesses. Debbie Sandlin was not present, and Mayor Brenda Stennett, who was present, votes only in case of a tie.
“We got quite a bit of feedback,” said City Administrator Danny Parker, noting that the city received 211 total comments on the matter. Of those comments, 211 were in favor of keeping the dumpsters, and only nine were in favor of roll-out containers.
“I think we should offer both, if someone did want a poly-cart,” Stennett said.
“The overwhelming response from everybody was to keep it the way it is,” Leemann said. “In my opinion, this is one of the rare occasions where we can please everybody.”
According to the bids turned in by both Knox Waste Services and IESI, who currently handles the city’s trash collection needs, residential customers will be able to choose to have a roll-out container over paying for all or part of the use of a dumpster, if desired.
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Annual chamber banquet is Jan. 28
(Posted Wed 10:17 am)
The 87th annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet and Auction is Saturday, Jan. 28, at The Main Room in downtown Olney. This year’s “Texas”-themed event kicks off at 6 p.m. with the doors opening for the silent auction. The meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $12.50 per person and may be purchased either in advance or at the door.
The meal will include chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, a roll, tea and dessert.
Silent auction items are still pouring in from local and area businesses. Items that are new this week include a gift basket from the One Arm Dove Hunt, an oil-less infrared turkey fryer and a metal cross with a heart from Don’s Butane Service, a stepladder and fishing tackle box from Jan Williams, a Texas state painting from Jim Hammond, two $25 gift cards from Sivi’s, a $25 gift certificate from Gandy’s, a one hour hot stone Swedish massage from Kim Ligon of Capelli’s, dinner for two and more from the Wildcatter Ranch Steakhouse, one night’s lodging at The Village Lodge in Ruidoso, N.M., a fire pit and an Airsoft gun with bullets from Air Tractor, a bungee folding lounger from Tower Extrusions, one of Tamara’s pies from Rodge’s, a Yankee candle from the Olney Chamber of Commerce and an insulated bag, a blanket, a beach towel, an umbrella and four sandwiches from Subway of Olney.
Items that were previously donated for the auction include a Kindle donated by Olney InterBank, a Garmin Nuvi GPS from Fort Belknap Electric Co-op, a personalized metal art sign from Billy and Janell Hubbard, two 5-quart oil changes from Chuck’s Quick Change, a shiatzu foot massager from IntegraCare Home Health, four ribeye steaks from Stewart’s Food Store, a membership to the Wellness Center from Hamilton Hospital, gift items from 3-D Etc., an eight piece wrench set from Olney Hardware, Arthur Court items from Cub Drug, two dozen enchiladas by Gloria Krueger, lawn service by Homer Molina and Primo Lawn Care, two tickets to all Olney Cub home football games by Mark’s Motors, a panini press by Modern Woodmen of America, a $30 gift card from Carrying On…Flowers and Gifts, a 1/4 page black and white ad from The Olney Enterprise, hair products from Amy Johnson of Fringe, a gift card from Shay Rollans of Fringe, an iPad 2 wi-fi from Brazos Telephone, gifts from Berend Bros., NAPA, Olney’s Donuts, Pizza Pro, Doodlebug, Kaci Creel and more.
Annual awards will be given to deserving local citizens during the event, including the Pioneer of the Year, Business of the Year, New Business of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Citizen of the Year and Leaders of Tomorrow. A Special Recognition Award will also be given.
In addition this year, the Chamber wishes to recognized the members of the community who passed away during 2011. Anyone who wishes to have a loved on recognized or make a donation to the silent auction should call Stacy at (940) 564-5445.
(Posted Wed 10:17 am)
The 87th annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet and Auction is Saturday, Jan. 28, at The Main Room in downtown Olney. This year’s “Texas”-themed event kicks off at 6 p.m. with the doors opening for the silent auction. The meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $12.50 per person and may be purchased either in advance or at the door.
The meal will include chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, a roll, tea and dessert.
Silent auction items are still pouring in from local and area businesses. Items that are new this week include a gift basket from the One Arm Dove Hunt, an oil-less infrared turkey fryer and a metal cross with a heart from Don’s Butane Service, a stepladder and fishing tackle box from Jan Williams, a Texas state painting from Jim Hammond, two $25 gift cards from Sivi’s, a $25 gift certificate from Gandy’s, a one hour hot stone Swedish massage from Kim Ligon of Capelli’s, dinner for two and more from the Wildcatter Ranch Steakhouse, one night’s lodging at The Village Lodge in Ruidoso, N.M., a fire pit and an Airsoft gun with bullets from Air Tractor, a bungee folding lounger from Tower Extrusions, one of Tamara’s pies from Rodge’s, a Yankee candle from the Olney Chamber of Commerce and an insulated bag, a blanket, a beach towel, an umbrella and four sandwiches from Subway of Olney.
Items that were previously donated for the auction include a Kindle donated by Olney InterBank, a Garmin Nuvi GPS from Fort Belknap Electric Co-op, a personalized metal art sign from Billy and Janell Hubbard, two 5-quart oil changes from Chuck’s Quick Change, a shiatzu foot massager from IntegraCare Home Health, four ribeye steaks from Stewart’s Food Store, a membership to the Wellness Center from Hamilton Hospital, gift items from 3-D Etc., an eight piece wrench set from Olney Hardware, Arthur Court items from Cub Drug, two dozen enchiladas by Gloria Krueger, lawn service by Homer Molina and Primo Lawn Care, two tickets to all Olney Cub home football games by Mark’s Motors, a panini press by Modern Woodmen of America, a $30 gift card from Carrying On…Flowers and Gifts, a 1/4 page black and white ad from The Olney Enterprise, hair products from Amy Johnson of Fringe, a gift card from Shay Rollans of Fringe, an iPad 2 wi-fi from Brazos Telephone, gifts from Berend Bros., NAPA, Olney’s Donuts, Pizza Pro, Doodlebug, Kaci Creel and more.
Annual awards will be given to deserving local citizens during the event, including the Pioneer of the Year, Business of the Year, New Business of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Citizen of the Year and Leaders of Tomorrow. A Special Recognition Award will also be given.
In addition this year, the Chamber wishes to recognized the members of the community who passed away during 2011. Anyone who wishes to have a loved on recognized or make a donation to the silent auction should call Stacy at (940) 564-5445.
Blowing In
(Posted Wed 10:16 am)
Much of the area was included in a dust warning as well as a high wind advisory on Sunday, Jan. 22, as a low pressure system brought tropical storm force winds to north central Texas. At Olney City Hall, the highest wind gust reported was 50 mph from the south southwest. The high winds blew dust into the area, clogging the sky and at times making it hard to see down streets and highways. Other wind gusts reported include 49 mph in Knox City, 54 mph in Wichita Falls, 63 mph in Altus, Okla., and 77 mph in Clarendon. (Photos by Mindi Kimbro)
(Posted Wed 10:16 am)
Much of the area was included in a dust warning as well as a high wind advisory on Sunday, Jan. 22, as a low pressure system brought tropical storm force winds to north central Texas. At Olney City Hall, the highest wind gust reported was 50 mph from the south southwest. The high winds blew dust into the area, clogging the sky and at times making it hard to see down streets and highways. Other wind gusts reported include 49 mph in Knox City, 54 mph in Wichita Falls, 63 mph in Altus, Okla., and 77 mph in Clarendon. (Photos by Mindi Kimbro)
Citizen airs concerns about athletic program
by By Mindi Kimbro, editor@olneyenterprise.com
(Posted 1/18/2012 01:22 pm)
More than 20 concerned parents attended the Monday, Jan. 16, meeting of the Olney ISD Board of Trustees to hear their representative speak about problems and issues with the athletic program.
Roger Ricketts spoke to trustees on behalf of the group after David Ickert, school board president, encouraged anyone with specific complaints about school employees to follow the chain of command, which includes campus principals, the athletic director and superintendent before going to the board.
During his comment period, Ricketts handed school board members a copy of pages of the football handbook for reference, and specified information on one page regarding what athletes could expect from their coaches.
“To provide leadership, to provide the training necessary to achieve their goals,” he said, reading from the book. “That’s where I’m going to ask my first question: What are our goals? Do we have an athletic program that gives children a competitive chance for success at all levels, all classifications, junior high through high school? Do we strive to develop skills and attitudes that teach our children how to be winners in sports as well as in life? My opinion is, I don’t think so, at least by what I’ve observed this year.”
Ricketts said he is not trying to get into the formulation of plays, and that he would have become a coach if he’d wanted to get into that. But that he did see a lack of interest that was concerning.
“I see a program that many students do not want to be a part of, and that’s what concerns me the most,” he said.
Referencing his years in school playing sports, Ricketts said his coaches made all teams believe they could be great and have success. They were taught to never give up no matter how many touchdowns, points or runs they were down, and the coaches never gave up and wanted nothing more than to see their teams succeed.
“We were taught we would win in seventh grade just like we would in high school,” he said. “To me, a program’s gotta be built down low and work its way through There’s got to be as much emphasis put on seventh grade, and even sixth grade.”
Ricketts said many of the people in the room had been working with their kids in sports since they played soccer at the age of 4, and know it takes effort as they get older.
“These student athletes are much smarter than they’re given credit,” he added. “They’re willing to work hard for a common goal. I think they can be loyal, I think they can be honest, I think they can provide leadership, I think they can work hard. I think for the most part we’ve got respect.”
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by By Mindi Kimbro, editor@olneyenterprise.com
(Posted 1/18/2012 01:22 pm)
More than 20 concerned parents attended the Monday, Jan. 16, meeting of the Olney ISD Board of Trustees to hear their representative speak about problems and issues with the athletic program.
Roger Ricketts spoke to trustees on behalf of the group after David Ickert, school board president, encouraged anyone with specific complaints about school employees to follow the chain of command, which includes campus principals, the athletic director and superintendent before going to the board.
During his comment period, Ricketts handed school board members a copy of pages of the football handbook for reference, and specified information on one page regarding what athletes could expect from their coaches.
“To provide leadership, to provide the training necessary to achieve their goals,” he said, reading from the book. “That’s where I’m going to ask my first question: What are our goals? Do we have an athletic program that gives children a competitive chance for success at all levels, all classifications, junior high through high school? Do we strive to develop skills and attitudes that teach our children how to be winners in sports as well as in life? My opinion is, I don’t think so, at least by what I’ve observed this year.”
Ricketts said he is not trying to get into the formulation of plays, and that he would have become a coach if he’d wanted to get into that. But that he did see a lack of interest that was concerning.
“I see a program that many students do not want to be a part of, and that’s what concerns me the most,” he said.
Referencing his years in school playing sports, Ricketts said his coaches made all teams believe they could be great and have success. They were taught to never give up no matter how many touchdowns, points or runs they were down, and the coaches never gave up and wanted nothing more than to see their teams succeed.
“We were taught we would win in seventh grade just like we would in high school,” he said. “To me, a program’s gotta be built down low and work its way through There’s got to be as much emphasis put on seventh grade, and even sixth grade.”
Ricketts said many of the people in the room had been working with their kids in sports since they played soccer at the age of 4, and know it takes effort as they get older.
“These student athletes are much smarter than they’re given credit,” he added. “They’re willing to work hard for a common goal. I think they can be loyal, I think they can be honest, I think they can provide leadership, I think they can work hard. I think for the most part we’ve got respect.”
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Filing for local board elections kicks off Feb. 5
(Posted 1/18/2012 01:18 pm)
The filing period for positions on three local governing boards starts Monday, Feb. 6.
Positions will be up for election on the Olney City Council, Olney ISD Board of Trustees and Hamilton Hospital Board of Directors.
The filing period ends Monday, March 5, and the election is planned for Saturday, May 12.
On the Olney ISD Board of Trustees, Place 1, held by Kelly Mahler, and Place 2, held by Mark McClelland, will be up for election.
For information on how to file, contact the Olney ISD Administration Office at (940) 564-3519 or visit the office at 809 W. Hamilton.
Positions up for election on the Olney City Council include mayor and two at-large positions.
Brenda Stennett is currently serving as mayor, and the at-large positions are held by Kathy Woodall and Debbie Sandlin.
To file in this election, call City Hall at (940) 564-2102 for information or visit 201 E. Main.
Seats on the Hamilton Hospital Board of Directors that will be up for election include those held by Bob Craig, Angela Taylor, Don Buckalew, Russell Altmiller and Ron Rogers. Visit the hospital administration office, located near the foyer, or call (940) 564-5521 for information.
(Posted 1/18/2012 01:18 pm)
The filing period for positions on three local governing boards starts Monday, Feb. 6.
Positions will be up for election on the Olney City Council, Olney ISD Board of Trustees and Hamilton Hospital Board of Directors.
The filing period ends Monday, March 5, and the election is planned for Saturday, May 12.
On the Olney ISD Board of Trustees, Place 1, held by Kelly Mahler, and Place 2, held by Mark McClelland, will be up for election.
For information on how to file, contact the Olney ISD Administration Office at (940) 564-3519 or visit the office at 809 W. Hamilton.
Positions up for election on the Olney City Council include mayor and two at-large positions.
Brenda Stennett is currently serving as mayor, and the at-large positions are held by Kathy Woodall and Debbie Sandlin.
To file in this election, call City Hall at (940) 564-2102 for information or visit 201 E. Main.
Seats on the Hamilton Hospital Board of Directors that will be up for election include those held by Bob Craig, Angela Taylor, Don Buckalew, Russell Altmiller and Ron Rogers. Visit the hospital administration office, located near the foyer, or call (940) 564-5521 for information.
Sports
Cubs win, now fifth in 1A
by By Mindi Kimbro, editor@olneyenterprise.com
(Posted Wed 10:10 am)
Two more district wins on the road helped propel the varsity Cubs to fifth in Class 1A, Division 1, according to polls released this week by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches.
Victories last week over Petrolia and Windthorst helped prepare the Cubs for what will be a tough week of competition this week.
On Tuesday the Cubs faced off against Seymour, which came into the game ranked 21st in Class 1A, Division 1, and will start the second half of district play at Electra Friday, Jan. 27.
“This week is huge,” Coach J.D. Sullivan said. “Seymour beat Electra by six. We beat Electra by 12.”
The coach said by Friday, the Cubs should know a lot about their district championship chances, as well as about themselves and their team as they prepare to face off against the district’s next two toughest teams back-to-back.
They will get to see the Seymour Panthers for the first time this season, and Electra’s Tigers for the second after winning by a close margin a few weeks ago.
“There are lots of possibilities,” Sullivan said. “We’ll know a lot on Friday.”
Olney 84, Petrolia 24
Petrolia was held to only three points in the entire first half by a hungry Cubs defense on Tuesday, Jan. 17.
“I was really pleased with our intensity, especially on the defensive end,” Sullivan said. “Alex (Vega) and Cameron (Jacoba) both did an outstanding job on Petrolia’s two best players and shut them down. Our other three defenders did a great job of not giving them anything easy and blocking out.”
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by By Mindi Kimbro, editor@olneyenterprise.com
(Posted Wed 10:10 am)
Two more district wins on the road helped propel the varsity Cubs to fifth in Class 1A, Division 1, according to polls released this week by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches.
Victories last week over Petrolia and Windthorst helped prepare the Cubs for what will be a tough week of competition this week.
On Tuesday the Cubs faced off against Seymour, which came into the game ranked 21st in Class 1A, Division 1, and will start the second half of district play at Electra Friday, Jan. 27.
“This week is huge,” Coach J.D. Sullivan said. “Seymour beat Electra by six. We beat Electra by 12.”
The coach said by Friday, the Cubs should know a lot about their district championship chances, as well as about themselves and their team as they prepare to face off against the district’s next two toughest teams back-to-back.
They will get to see the Seymour Panthers for the first time this season, and Electra’s Tigers for the second after winning by a close margin a few weeks ago.
“There are lots of possibilities,” Sullivan said. “We’ll know a lot on Friday.”
Olney 84, Petrolia 24
Petrolia was held to only three points in the entire first half by a hungry Cubs defense on Tuesday, Jan. 17.
“I was really pleased with our intensity, especially on the defensive end,” Sullivan said. “Alex (Vega) and Cameron (Jacoba) both did an outstanding job on Petrolia’s two best players and shut them down. Our other three defenders did a great job of not giving them anything easy and blocking out.”
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Lady Cubs drop two games
(Posted Wed 10:07 am)
UP FOR TWO [150] Rainey Robertson attempts a shot under the basket as the Lady Cubs take on Archer City earlier this season. Olney dropped matches to Petrolia and Windthorst last week. The varsity and JV Lady Cubs continued their district schedules with little success last week versus Petrolia and Windthorst.
Varsity 25, Petrolia 58
Petrolia rolled over the Lady Cubs in a game on the road Tuesday, Jan. 17. Olney posted three points in the opening period and eight in the second to trail Petrolia 32-11 at the half. The Lady Cubs scored only seven points in each of the final two periods while Petrolia added 12 and 11, respectively.
Miranda Kellar led the Olney girls with eight points, followed by Ashley Garcia with four, Lexi Johnson with three and Rainey Robertson, Annie Hirsch, Madison Perez, Farren Garcia and Laura Garcia with two each.
JV 9, Petrolia JV 32
The JV girls suffered the same fate at the hands of Petrolia last Tuesday. Olney’s girls scored three in the second period, one in the third and five in the fourth. Makenzie Cook, Serena Jacoba and Sydney Montgomery each scored three for Olney.
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(Posted Wed 10:07 am)
UP FOR TWO [150] Rainey Robertson attempts a shot under the basket as the Lady Cubs take on Archer City earlier this season. Olney dropped matches to Petrolia and Windthorst last week. The varsity and JV Lady Cubs continued their district schedules with little success last week versus Petrolia and Windthorst.
Varsity 25, Petrolia 58
Petrolia rolled over the Lady Cubs in a game on the road Tuesday, Jan. 17. Olney posted three points in the opening period and eight in the second to trail Petrolia 32-11 at the half. The Lady Cubs scored only seven points in each of the final two periods while Petrolia added 12 and 11, respectively.
Miranda Kellar led the Olney girls with eight points, followed by Ashley Garcia with four, Lexi Johnson with three and Rainey Robertson, Annie Hirsch, Madison Perez, Farren Garcia and Laura Garcia with two each.
JV 9, Petrolia JV 32
The JV girls suffered the same fate at the hands of Petrolia last Tuesday. Olney’s girls scored three in the second period, one in the third and five in the fourth. Makenzie Cook, Serena Jacoba and Sydney Montgomery each scored three for Olney.
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Varsity girls get first district win
(Posted 1/18/2012 01:07 pm)
The Lady Cubs got their first district win, and their third win of the season, at home versus Electra Tuesday, Jan. 10. That victory was followed by a disappointing loss to Acher City in another game played at the OHS gym.
Olney 50, Electra 40
Electra’s Lady Tigers proved to be a tough team, but the Lady Cubs came out on top with a 10 point district victory. Olney led from the first quarter on, and while some moments at the end of the game got tense as Electra closed the gap, the game ended with the Lady Cubs on top.
“The Lady Cubs had a good offense night,” said Coach Jerry White. “It was the first time this season to score in double figures in each quarter. We had three girls score in double figures and make three point goals.”
Olney led 13-9 after the first period and 27-18 at the half. In the third the Lady Cubs allowed Electra nine points while adding 12 to their own score, and finished the game with an 11 point fourth quarter. Electra posted 13 in the final frame to mount a comeback attempt that the Lady Cubs managed to shut down by the final buzzer.
Ashley Garcia and Miranda Kellar led scoring with 15 points apiece, while Lexi Johnson added 13, Madison Perez scored three and Rainey Robertson and Annie Hirsch scored two each. Three pointers came from Kellar, who hit three; Johnson, who had two; and Ashley Garcia and Perez, who had one apiece.
Olney JV 17,
Electra JV 19
The JV girls nearly squeaked through with a victory last Tuesday but fell just a few points short of that goal.
Electra led 6-4 in the first period, but Olney pulled ahead in the second to lead 8-7 at the half.
In the third the JV Lady Cubs extended that lead to 15-10, but fell behind when they scored only two in the fourth and allowed Electra to post six.
Linda Williams led the team with eight points, followed by Dominique Garcia with four, Estefanie Delvillar and Krystyn Acuna with two each and Jaci McDonald with one.
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(Posted 1/18/2012 01:07 pm)
The Lady Cubs got their first district win, and their third win of the season, at home versus Electra Tuesday, Jan. 10. That victory was followed by a disappointing loss to Acher City in another game played at the OHS gym.
Olney 50, Electra 40
Electra’s Lady Tigers proved to be a tough team, but the Lady Cubs came out on top with a 10 point district victory. Olney led from the first quarter on, and while some moments at the end of the game got tense as Electra closed the gap, the game ended with the Lady Cubs on top.
“The Lady Cubs had a good offense night,” said Coach Jerry White. “It was the first time this season to score in double figures in each quarter. We had three girls score in double figures and make three point goals.”
Olney led 13-9 after the first period and 27-18 at the half. In the third the Lady Cubs allowed Electra nine points while adding 12 to their own score, and finished the game with an 11 point fourth quarter. Electra posted 13 in the final frame to mount a comeback attempt that the Lady Cubs managed to shut down by the final buzzer.
Ashley Garcia and Miranda Kellar led scoring with 15 points apiece, while Lexi Johnson added 13, Madison Perez scored three and Rainey Robertson and Annie Hirsch scored two each. Three pointers came from Kellar, who hit three; Johnson, who had two; and Ashley Garcia and Perez, who had one apiece.
Olney JV 17,
Electra JV 19
The JV girls nearly squeaked through with a victory last Tuesday but fell just a few points short of that goal.
Electra led 6-4 in the first period, but Olney pulled ahead in the second to lead 8-7 at the half.
In the third the JV Lady Cubs extended that lead to 15-10, but fell behind when they scored only two in the fourth and allowed Electra to post six.
Linda Williams led the team with eight points, followed by Dominique Garcia with four, Estefanie Delvillar and Krystyn Acuna with two each and Jaci McDonald with one.
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Powerlifters compete at Rider HS contest
(Posted 1/18/2012 01:03 pm)
The Olney High School powerlifting team, coached by John Eli, started the 2012 season with a meet at Rider High School in Wichita Falls on Saturday, Jan. 14.
Lifters competing with the team this season include Jorden Molina, Zane Schrader, Ross Mullins, Dawson Parrott and J.T. McGuire.
During the Rider meet, Molina won first in the 220 pound weight division with a total of 1,325 pounds. Schrader was third in the 148 pound weight division with a total of 1,020 pounds.
Mullins was ninth in the 165 pound weight class with a total of 875 pounds lifted, and Parrott came in seventh in the 198 pound weight class with a total of 865 pounds. McGuire also competed at Rider.
The team will compete in its second meet of the season Saturday, Jan. 21, at Santo.
(Posted 1/18/2012 01:03 pm)
The Olney High School powerlifting team, coached by John Eli, started the 2012 season with a meet at Rider High School in Wichita Falls on Saturday, Jan. 14.
Lifters competing with the team this season include Jorden Molina, Zane Schrader, Ross Mullins, Dawson Parrott and J.T. McGuire.
During the Rider meet, Molina won first in the 220 pound weight division with a total of 1,325 pounds. Schrader was third in the 148 pound weight division with a total of 1,020 pounds.
Mullins was ninth in the 165 pound weight class with a total of 875 pounds lifted, and Parrott came in seventh in the 198 pound weight class with a total of 865 pounds. McGuire also competed at Rider.
The team will compete in its second meet of the season Saturday, Jan. 21, at Santo.
Cubs start district play with two wins
by By Mindi Kimbro, editor@olneyenterprise.com
(Posted 1/18/2012 12:51 pm)
The Cubs started district play with victories over Electra and Archer City this week, and hope to continue the trend in the coming weeks.
Olney 51, Electra 39
The Electra Tigers were well prepared to face the Cubs at the OHS gym Tuesday, Jan. 10, and fought the Cubs every step of the way in the home team’s victory.
“They do a great job on both ends of the floor,” Coach J.D. Sullivan said. “We were fortunate they missed their first 10 three point shots and we shot well.
Bret Johnson hit a trio of three pointers in the first half to help the Cubs get on top, though it was by a small margin. Olney exited the first quarter up by two, 10-8, and extended that lead to just 22-14 at the half.
In the third period both Electra and Olney posted 11 points to leave the Cubs with an eight point lead, then Olney added 18 in the final quarter while holding the Tigers to only 14 for the win.
“In the second half we got a lot of penetration that led to baskets from J.J. (Burns) and Derrick (Paul),” Sullivan said. “They tried to slow us down. We had to be patient in the half court and not force shots. I feel like we can play any style.”
Scoring was led by Paul with 18 points, followed by Bret Johnson with 16, Burns with 14, Alex Vega with two and Cameron Jacoba with one.
The coach said Electra may be down one game to Olney, but reminded fans that the Tigers are still a very real threat that should be taken seriously when the Cubs face them again in district play before the end of the month.
“They’re good, well coached and well prepared,” he said. “It’ll be tough to go to their place and win.”
What will make the second game versus Electra on Friday, Jan. 27, even tougher is that it comes on the heels of Olney’s home game versus Seymour on Tuesday, Jan. 24. Seymour is ranked 21st in 1A, Division 1.
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by By Mindi Kimbro, editor@olneyenterprise.com
(Posted 1/18/2012 12:51 pm)
The Cubs started district play with victories over Electra and Archer City this week, and hope to continue the trend in the coming weeks.
Olney 51, Electra 39
The Electra Tigers were well prepared to face the Cubs at the OHS gym Tuesday, Jan. 10, and fought the Cubs every step of the way in the home team’s victory.
“They do a great job on both ends of the floor,” Coach J.D. Sullivan said. “We were fortunate they missed their first 10 three point shots and we shot well.
Bret Johnson hit a trio of three pointers in the first half to help the Cubs get on top, though it was by a small margin. Olney exited the first quarter up by two, 10-8, and extended that lead to just 22-14 at the half.
In the third period both Electra and Olney posted 11 points to leave the Cubs with an eight point lead, then Olney added 18 in the final quarter while holding the Tigers to only 14 for the win.
“In the second half we got a lot of penetration that led to baskets from J.J. (Burns) and Derrick (Paul),” Sullivan said. “They tried to slow us down. We had to be patient in the half court and not force shots. I feel like we can play any style.”
Scoring was led by Paul with 18 points, followed by Bret Johnson with 16, Burns with 14, Alex Vega with two and Cameron Jacoba with one.
The coach said Electra may be down one game to Olney, but reminded fans that the Tigers are still a very real threat that should be taken seriously when the Cubs face them again in district play before the end of the month.
“They’re good, well coached and well prepared,” he said. “It’ll be tough to go to their place and win.”
What will make the second game versus Electra on Friday, Jan. 27, even tougher is that it comes on the heels of Olney’s home game versus Seymour on Tuesday, Jan. 24. Seymour is ranked 21st in 1A, Division 1.
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