Tackling safety rule rolls out for Texas high school football
The UIL and THSCA require all junior high and high school football coaches to be certified in tackling teaching by August 2019, part of UIL Coaches Certification. Coaches praise unifying standards to reduce head injuries, with strong turnout at THSCA coaching school in San Antonio.
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Rockets re sign Capela for five years
Clint Capela inked a five year 90 million extension with the Houston Rockets after a career high season. The 24 year old center started 74 games averaging 13.9 points 10.8 rebounds and 1.9 blocks with 42 double doubles and the team going 25 2 when he scored 15 plus.
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Anahuac opens new athletic facilities and home field
Anahuac Panthers prepare to debut Kyle White Stadium on August 31 against Tarkington as part of a larger athletics renovation including new baseball softball fields and a fieldhouse. Coach Jason Speights says renovations will foster a new culture and boost team energy after a mostly road schedule last year. The community’s bond passage enabled the project and the upgrade is seen as the start of a new era.
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Harden reflects on NBA shifts after USA minicamp in Las Vegas
James Harden comments on a summer of massive deals and player movement as the NBA landscape shifts. He notes few surprises, with marquee free agents staying put, while teams like Houston retain Paul and Capela and Los Angeles adds James. DeRozan joins San Antonio as Kawhi Leonard departs.
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Astros trade for pressly adds bullpen depth
The Houston Astros acquire Minnesota right-hander Ryan Pressly for Jorge Alcala and Celestino Celestino. Pressly, 29, is 1-1 with a 3.40 ERA and 69 strikeouts in 51 appearances this season, returning home to Texas while Astros manager A J Hinch notes his versatility and track record.
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