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Local business celebrate longetivity The Leader has been in business for 60 years and it is not alone in the longevity department. When polled, local residents came up with a number of businesses who have been serving the community for years. Many of them are foodrelated, like The Barbecue Inn on West Crosstimbers, Shipley’s on Ella, Roznovsky’s Hamburgers and Juanitas #2

Adolph Hoepﬂ Garage on N. Shepherd, Wolfe’s Cleaners on Studewood, Mister Clean Car Wash, Merle Norman, and R.J’s Boot Company on Ella, Stone & Sons Marine on Oak Forest Dr., C&D Hardware on E. 11th St., Wabash Feed Store on Washington, Heights Funeral Home on Heights Blvd., Del-Mar Lanes on Magnum, Martin Tailors on Feagan St., Bob McDougal Sewing Machine Co on Yale and Manna on W. 43rd. Old pros like Oaks Dad’s Club tie The Leader with 60 years while Merek Brothers surpasses it with 75 years in business. All of these businesses and more deserve notice for being a part of the

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fabric of the community and many have been proﬁled in The Leader’s pages. Here are two more to add to that list: Spotlight on Aztec Rentals Aztec Rental on 34th St. across from Waltrip has been around for 48 years and was started by Eldon Sorsby who appreciated its location near Hwy. 290, I-610 and I-45. Son Ray Sorsby still comes in every day to work and grandson Kyle Sorsby also makes Aztec his business. He attributes the company’s longevity to the fact they provide a “little bit of ev-

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on West T.C. Jester, Doyle’s on 34th Street, Triple A Restaurant on Airline, Texas Cafeteria on Shepherd, Flying Saucer Pie Company on West Crosstimbers, Demeris Bar-BQ on South Shepherd, Hickory Hollow on Heights Blvd., MytiBurger on W. 43rd St., Andy’s Café on East 11th St., Pizzitola’s on Shepherd Dr., Don Jose on Antione, Caninos Produce on Airline and B&W Meat Company on N. Shepherd. Then there are retail/service spots like Ricardo’s Barber and Style Shop and The Surfhouse on 34th, Tommie Vaughn Ford, Sears, Thrower & Thrower Inc. Radiator, and

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35th Anniversary Proudly serving the Houston area and our loyal customers and their families. � � �� Kyle Sorsby, left, and J.R. Bolt pride themselves on the service they provide. (Photos by Betsy Denson)

Andy’s Hardware since 1978, knock on wood Andy’s opened its doors in 1978 and has been going strong, fulﬁlling the needs of the northwest part of Houston. It most recently opened its second location in rural Hockley, Texas. Owner Donald Anderson worked for his dad in the business for 20 years and learned

it from the ground up with the mentoring and experienced training he received. He has passed that on to the people who work for him. He’s been at the same address on N. Nouston Rosslyn at Hwy. 249 since 1978 and has seen the area grow. Progress and technology

have taken over most businesses, but Anderson has managed to enlarge inventory, upgrade and diversify the business and grow to meet the needs of his corporate accounts and additional customers. Those customers prefer the concept and convenience of his “Old Fashioned Hardware Store.”

Andy’s has a knowledgeable staff to assist at both stores. Andy’s carries farm, ranch and feed supplies at his Hockley location. 12809 N. Houston Rosslyn @ 249, Houston 281-445-4128

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Plan your ‘First Saturdays’ near Gens Antiques Gen, the Lab-Mix rescue from the SPCA, has been at the door every day for 10 years to welcome all to her store. She makes sure one of the Seeburg Jukeboxes is playing, everyone has fun and shares treats at all times. With 6,000 square feet of space, Gen’s Antiques at 540 W. 19th St. features everything from Classic European to Mid-Century, and Modern Furniture. Not being a museum, items are priced competitively, and the inventory is constantly changing. Gen’s Antiques is a BBB Accredited Business, and grateful to have been voted best antique store in the Heights by The Leader, in 2012, and second in Houston the last four years by City Voter. With over 300 pieces of local and vintage art on display, they’re proud to partner with The First Saturday Arts Market every month. Gen’s is open daily until 7:30 p.m. most evenings. For more information call, 713-868-2368 or visit gensantiques.com Some of the market’s artists have items inside Gen for sale. First Saturday is open 11 a.m. to 6 Gens Antiques oﬀers a wide variety of furniture. For collections in arts & crafts visit p.m. September through May and 6-10 p.m. in June the out door market popularly known as ‘First Saturday’ . (Photo by J. Dukate) and July.

Andy’s Restaurant, 24 hours, since 1977 Tex-Mex doesn’t get much more old school than Andy’s Cafe, operated by the Morales Family at 1115 E. 11th St. in the Heights since 1977. And with the full menu available 24/7, it’s the perfect place to satisfy a middle-of-the-night craving for Tex-Mex comfort foods. Forget ﬁnding Baja tacos or short rib nachos at Andy’s. Their chili gravy-topped cheese enchiladas (which can be served with an egg) are classics, and you’ll swear the carne guisada with the slow-simmered beef chunks in a brown gravy, or the meal size soups – cal do de res (beef) and cal do de pollo (chicken) came from a home kitchen. That’s because the recipes are the originals from owner Sadie Morales, now 83, who started Andy’s with her late husband, Jessie. Sadie is still active at the cafe, along with sons Thomas, Da-

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vid and Andy. Loyal customers swear that Andy’s menudo – the tripe and hominy stew that’s a classic TexMex hangover cure – is the best in Houston. The house made red and green salsas and bowls of creamy guacamole are great pick-meups at any hour. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner plates are reasonable and hearty. Early risers can get a two-egg meat-beans or potatoes breakfast special for $3.59 or breakfast burritos (same as tacos in other places) for $1.39 each from 5-9 a.m. and a plate of enchiladas, with rice and beans, chips and salsa, for $6.99 at lunch. It’s comforting burn provecho (good eating) at fair prices.

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Yale Street Grill has been in business since 1928. (Photos by Betsy Denson)

erything, from one chair to one bulldozer.” Manager J.R. Bolt said they do a lot of company events and rent out their fair share of tents. You can even rent a margarita machine from Aztec and Bolt jokes they’ll “try it out for you.” In addition to their versatile offerings, Kyle Sorsby also stresses their “commitment to service” as a part of their success. Spotlight on Yale Street Grill Yale Street Grill has been around for an unbelievable 86 years. From 1928-1954 it occupied the space where the Asian Café now stands. In 1955 it moved up the street to its current location and has been dishing out the malts and

burgers ever since. Joe Dupuis was the ﬁrst owner and his daughter Debbie Drouin carried on the tradition until 2001 when she sold the business to an outside management company. But the staff carries on the same as they ever have including longtime manager Barbara Guidry and wait staff Sylvia Arriola and and Juan Salzar. Arriola, who has been at Yale Street Grill for 16 years has four years on “baby” Salzar and said she taught him everything he knows. Weekend mornings the place is always packed but Arriola said they “always get it done.” Why small businesses succeed Other business owners have their own ideas why this area

is so good for small business. Ann Brock from The Posh Petal said, “I believe that the reason small businesses do so well in our area is that residents have a great appreciation for preservation and nostalgia. We are the small town in a big city.” MytiBurger and Baskin Robbins’ Shawn Salyers agrees. “This part of town has a strong sense of community,” he said. “They want to support their neighbors and they understand that supporting local businesses keeps the money in our neighborhood where it can continue to support our local economy.” Patti Kilgore from Kilgore Pest Control said that when customers are neighbors, they take a special interest. “A single mother has an issue, she is going to get a price break. If a scared mom whose husband is on a ﬁshing trip has an issue, she gets after hour service, a man with MS gets pest control and small jobs done that he can’t handle,” she said. “In return we get word of mouth and trust.” One other company that has always taken an interest in the area? Your local newspaper. Donda Dye said: “I worked for The Leader when I was in high school. It was on Glebe. I loved it. They really cared about our community and its people and happenings.”

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Quality Feed & Garden Celebrate 90 Years After years of selling commercial potting soils that he found unsatisfactory, Quality Feed and Garden Owner Ken Cousino found help and developed his own mix currently being introduced to consumers at his North Main feed store. For nearly 90 years, Quality Feed & Garden has served Houstonians as a feed and garden store on its nearly two-

acre North Main Street site in the Heights. The historic store proudly ranks as one of Houston’s oldest companies and one of the oldest Purina feed and garden stores in the United States. Quality Feed & Garden contributes to area high school agriculture programs and many area churches. The store also proudly assists the Society

for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), Houston Zoo, Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Coalition and gardening programs for the United Way, Target Hunger and Urban Harvest. Quality Feed & Garden Company is located at 4428 N. Main St. Call 713-862-2323 or visit www.qualityfeedco.com.

Janet and Cecil Schmidt, roots in the area Janet Schmidt started in Real Estate in 1977, fresh out of Waltrip High School. She followed in her parents’ footsteps, who owned a Century 21 franchise (1977-1998). Schmidt was a top producer for many years, specializing in inner loop and surrounding areas (Oak Forest, Lazybrook, Timbergrove, Heights, Shepherd Park Plaza

and Candlelight Plaza). In addition, she worked for a few years in the Title Industry. She feels it is an advantage to know that side of the business. She currently works at Prudential Premier Properties located in the Oak Forest area, since 2001. Her husband, Cecil, joined the ranks in 2011. He is a graduate of the University of

Houston with a degree in business. They are now working together and enjoy helping others with their real estate needs. They believe they bring honesty and professionalism to the real estate industry. Give them a call for any of your real estate needs at 713-419-7918 or email janetschmidt58@yahoo.com.

Spotlight on Eileen Hartman

Lovejoys, a special shop with its own personality

“God, family, then business” is the Keller Williams slogan, and it’s the way Eileen Gamel Hartman does business. She brings over 35 years of top producing real estate experience to every transaction. A fourth generation Houstonian and an Oak Forest/Candlelight Estates native, Hartman is proud to call the area home. –Eileen Gamel Hartman Keller Williams Metro 713-305-5036

Tom and Linda Lovejoy are comfortably at home in their small antique shop inside the Yale Street Grill at 2100 Yale. While the location is small, the shop still features more stuff – furniture, jewelry, clocks, china, dishes, statues, etc. – than customers can see in a single visit. In addition to the huge inventory, Lovejoys has the charm and the smiling faces

of Tom and Linda. “We never tire of the thrill of the search for new treasures, whether big or small,” said Tom. “It’s still fun after 30 years.” For more information, call 713-802-1132 or e-mail Tom at lovejoythomas@att. net.

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Merle Norman, 58 years 25 Years, MANNA continues Shady Acres Care Home, beginnings at M.D. Anderson family owned - same location provides for community Ministry Assistance of the Near Northwest Alliance, better known in the community as MANNA has served the Oak Forest, Garden Oaks and surrounding areas for the last 25 years. Thanks to the communities’ generous donations to MANNA’s Resale Store, all proceeds from the store fund MANNA’s Food Pantry which is able to feed nearly 1,000 individuals each month and provide rent/utility assistance to families who are

facing eviction in this community. Your continued support whether it is donating your gently used items, your time or talents has been instrumental in MANNA’s commitment to this community. MANNA remains the leader in the area in helping those who are rebuilding their lives. Contact the Executive Director, Patricia Dornak at 713504-5486 or pdornak@gmail. com or visit their website at www.manna-houston.org.

In 1979, Lucy Gonzales began working at M.D. Anderson Hospital and found her niche was caring for people with medical needs. It was during that time she developed the experience and conﬁdence to open her own personal care home in 1998 - Shady Acres Personal Care Home. Her education and training has given her the expertise to care for Alzheimer, Dementia, Parkinson and Diabetic

patients, as well as Hospice care. “I’m proud to be part of the Heights community but most importantly, to have been able to help many through the years, which I hope will be my legacy,” Gonzales said. For more information on Shady Acres Personal Care Home, 1119 W. 21st St., call 713-203-2124 or e-mail wecare@shadyacres-pch. com.

Merle Norman is a familyowned business that has been in the same location for more than 58 years. Diane Morish started working for her mother, Willie Mae in 1984 and became owner in 1996. Merle Norman has a large variety of merchandise in a small space. They have all your cosmetic needs plus gifts for all occasions that are handpicked by owner Diane Morish at market. The merchandise consists of items for men, women and children,

including babies. You can ﬁnd an always expanding and unique inventory for jewelry, handbags, hats, boutique clothing, shoes, gift bags, beautiful cards for many occasions, Lampe Berger, Chamilia ﬁne jewelry and much more. The majority of the items are made in the USA, although they have a line of unique jewelry from Jerusalem. The store is located at 4216 Ella Blvd. at W. 43rd or call 713-6865993 and any of the knowledgeable sales staff will be able to assist you.

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Comfort Keepers is your Solution for In-Home Care. We provide compassionate in-home care that helps seniors live, safe, happy, and independent lives in the comfort of their own homes. We call our approach Interactive CaregivingTM, a unique system of care, which keeps our clients mentally and physically engaged while focusing on their safety assurance and nutritional needs. Call For A Free In-Home Assessment (713) 974-6920or visti them at 6117 Richmond Ave, Suite 150 Houston, TX 77057 www.ComfortKeepers.com/ CentralHouston

2nd to Last thrift to area Yvon Santos, owner of 2nd to Last Thrift/Resale Shop, is a Heights area resident with a background in the New York garment industry and a love for resale. She sells, buys and consigns the shop and has a large collection of shoes, bags, clothes, jewelry, art and collectibles. They are not new items but are in great condition. Come in to shop, and you never know what you may ﬁnd. Call Yvon at 713-426-1077 or visit the store at 1503 W. 18th St.

NW Houston’s cycling shop iCycle Bike Shop, 2040 East T.C. Jester Blvd., opened in 2006 to serve Northwest Houston’s cycling community. iCycle’s founder, Matt Wurth, believes riding bikes is not only super fun but is also a great way to get around and stay ﬁt. iCycle services and sells all kinds of bicycles and takes pride in quick and efﬁcient service and offering quality bike gear at reasonable prices. iCycle has everything from basic cruisers to mountain bikes to the latest 15 lb road racing machine. Call 713-862-8520 or shop online at iCyclebikeshop.com.

City Wide Wholesale was started in 1932 by Jake Court, Father/Grandfather of Jerry and Wayne Court, present owner/operators. Mr. Court started with selling supplies out of his truck for small Mom and Pop restaurants, fruit stands, sports groups etc. He next opened his ﬁrst warehouse supply facility on Preston Avenue. Wayne started working with his Dad and they eventually moved in 1984 to the present location 801 Service St., across from Canino’s Produce. The business has grown and prospered with the integrity, hard work and service of the Court family. They say “Remember us for all your Hot Truck, Catering and Vending Needs”. Actually, City Wide is a place where restaurants, delis, cafes, sports snack bar owners, party organizers, reunion groups etc. can ﬁnd food and equipment supplies that will SAVE them money. They are open to the public. They, like many successful companies, are always reorganizing and improving their facilities to make it more customer friendly and to segregate foods, drinks, equipment, etc. City Wide is adding more lines of foods and restau-

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Upcoming events at Grace UMC...

Royalty Pet celebrates 38 years of business in Houston area Jo Ann Lord is the owner/operator of Royalty Pet Center, Inc. Established by Jo Ann and her father on Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day 1976 and named in honor of her late father Royal T. Johnson. Jo Ann along with her son, Gary Humphreys, and a staff of four, operate Royalty Pet Center. They offer all breed professional dog & cat grooming services and provide a boarding facility with both indoor and outdoor runs. Royalty Pet Center carries a full assortment of dog

and cat supplies and premium pet foods. Having been in business for 38 years, Jo Ann has taken care of several generations of satisďŹ ed customers and their pets.. They are conveniently located at 9900 N Houston Rosslyn @ Alabonson. Visit our website at www. RoyaltyPetCenter.com for further information. To schedule an appointment please contact us at 713849-9000

Grace United Methodist Church announced upcoming summer events: â&#x20AC;˘Join them at 5 p.m. each Saturday for the Wine and the Word contemporary current events study held at local venues. Contact the ofďŹ ce at 713-8628883 for the location for the coming weekend. â&#x20AC;˘The UMM annual scholarship fundraiser is selling tickets for the Friday, June 27 Sugar Land Skeetersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; baseball game at Constellation Field in Sugar Land. The Skeeters will host the Somerset Patriots and the game starts at 7:05 p.m. Call the church ofďŹ ce for ticket information. â&#x20AC;˘Grace will congratulate Rev. Hill and his wife, Rev. Cramer, on their new ministry at Pittsburg First Methodist Church in Pittsburg, Texas with a covered dish luncheon in their Fellowship Hall after Hillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s last service on Sunday, June 22. â&#x20AC;˘Grace will welcome Rev. Colin and family following his ďŹ rst service on Sunday, July 6 with a luncheon in the Fellowship Hall.

Patsy Bushart, OF realtor Patsy Bushart, lifetime local resident, Waltrip alumni and a realtor with Prudential Premier Properties, has been in area real estate since 1994. She specializes in Oak Forest residential sales and commercial/residential leases. Between her real estate business and her four grandchildren, Bushart is one very busy lady. Call Bushart at 713-202-9656 for all of your real estate needs. She is a neighborhood expert.

Grace United Methodist Church will take a group to the Sugar Land Skeeters game on June 27 at Constellation Field in Sugar Land. (Photo by Michael Sudhalter)

For additional information, please see the website www.graceintheheights.org, or Facebook page:https:// www.facebook.com/groups/GraceUMCYoungProfessionals.

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Joshuaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, the local source for planting and gardening Joshua is an Oak Forest resident and has been peddling plants and garden goodies for 20 years in the Heights. After studying at Steven F. Austin State University, he found that the natural world was his passion. He really knows what will and wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t grow here. Everybody at Joshuaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s loves gardening and it shows! Joshua personally visits the plant farms across the great state of Texas to hand-pick only the best.

Joshuaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specializes in plants indigenous to the Gulf Coast. These plants need no special soils, fertilizers or for that matter, any skill to grow. Plus a great many of these plants are drought tolerant. Joshua says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have or can get all of those rare ďŹ nds on your list.â&#x20AC;? Please drop by the shop to discuss your gardening needs at 502 W. 18th St. or call 713-862-7444.

Susan Tate AIFD and Judy Bankhead, owners of Darleneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Flower & Gift Shop and D Boutique...a dazzling division of Darleneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, are celebrating 45 years in business. While the actual anniversary date was in February, they are continuing the celebration by offering a 45 percent off sale on all clothing and jewelry for the month of June. Continuing the tradition started in 1969, by their parents H.T. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Patâ&#x20AC;?

Buffaloeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s has your ďŹ&#x201A;oor covered Buffaloe Floor Covering has earned the esteemed Angieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List Super Service Award again, for the fourth year in a row! They have also received the BBB Awards for Excellence in 2009, 2011-2014.

Leader readers also consider them a favorite, having named them #1 in The Leaderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Readers Choice awards for 2013. Buffaloe Flooring, established in 1965 has been a family owned business and

part of our community for almost 50 years. Call them whenever you need ďŹ&#x201A;ooring, they are your local go to store. They are located at 3831 Pinemont, 713-686-3589

and Velma Patterson,they remain your neighborhood full service family owned and operated ďŹ&#x201A;orist dedicated to quality and service. An eclectic selection of gifts, art and home decor as well as clothing and accessories juxtaposed amongst the ďŹ&#x201A;owers and plants offer a wonderful shopping experience. Susan and Judy wish to thank The Leader readers for their continued support of their business.

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Jan Clark, local realtor and lawyer extraordinaire Besides having her real estate license, Jan Clark is also a licensed attorney in the State of Texas. She has an extensive municipal and local government law background, having worked

for the city of Houston for many years. Clark has lived in this part of Houston most of her life. She graduated from Eisenhower High School. When not working, Jan

enjoys travel, the theatre and concerts, dining out, reading and golf. With both an undergraduate and law degree from the University of Houston, she also enjoys cheering on her alma mater.

Let us know your favorites 2014 Fill out the form below indicating your favorite businesses per category. Mail them to P.O. Box 924487 Houston, Texas 77292 or drop them off at 3500 A East T.C. Jester. You can also email them to vote@theleadernews.com or use our online form found at www.theleadernews.com. But donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t delay, votes must be received by Friday, June 6 by 5pm.

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TUPPERWARE AVAILABLE: Call JoAnn Lord at 281-9233729. (TF)

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THE SPORTS. Saturday, May 31, 2014 • Page 8B

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62 SPX athletes participated in spring drills

offer from Fresno State earlier this month. Hill’s also conﬁdent in the strength of the defensive line, led by junior Tre Carter and sophomore Bracey Webb. “They’re really athletic and quick off the ball,” Hill said. The linebackers will be a strong unit as well with Kilpatrick and senior Terrell Franklin leading the way. The Panthers will play double the number of non-district games with the new schedule. District teams will play each other, once, rather than twice, and Katy Pope John XXIII has been added to the district. Pius’ non-district schedule is one of the toughest in the state, with Fort Worth All Saints, Kinkaid, Sealy, Stafford, Bay City and El Campo. The two-year schedule was compiled by Coach Ware before he left for New Caney. “I want some tough opponents on the schedule, but this year we don’t have any cupcakes at all,” Hill said. “We’re going to have to battle week in and week out. I think it will help us prepare for district.” The district schedule consists of Pope John, Beaumont Kelly, Tomball Concordia Lutheran and archrival/two-time defending district champion, St. Thomas. “I expect us to be pretty competitive,” Hill said.

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St. Pius X head football coach Stephen Hill didn’t know what to expect from his first go-round of spring drills with the Panthers. Hill, who guided Kinkaid to a pair of Southwest Prepatory Conference championships, was pleased with the Panthers’ effort, which culminated with a spring game on May 23 at Parsley Field. “I was really impressed with everything they picked up,” Hill said. “It was a really good three weeks of practice. I was pleased with how physical we were on both sides of the ball. St. Pius X senior running back Ryan Davin (No. 6) stiff armed a defender during the Panthers’ spring game on May 23 at Parsley Field, as The kids were flying around, SPX first-year head coach Stephen Hill, right, looks on. (Photo by Michael Sudhalter) and we got after it. I’m superrection of defensive coordina- ways as we can,” Hill said of mer SPX head coach Blake seniors Nick Vitulli and Darius excited about the potential.” The Panthers had 62 play- tor and former Lutheran High Massey, who has garnered the Ware, is the new offensive co- Law and juniors Nick Minkoff and Cameron Sampson. ers out for spring practice, North coach Erik DeHaven, attention of UT-San Antonio, ordinator. Hill said Kilpatrick and juwill make the adjustment from North Texas and New Mexico The Panthers’ offensive line which is higher than they’ve among others. a 3-4 to a 3-3. nior Clay Roberts, a transfer will be young with just two rehad in recent seasons. Senior quarterback Sean from UIL Class 4A Manvel, turnees – senior Taylor HuckOffensively, the Panthers Hill said SPX will maintain a Spread Offense, with a 60-40 will look to senior running Kilpatrick played linebacker will compete for the starting aby and junior Reese Forest. Defensively, Hill said senior average between the passing back Micah Massey to make last season and was the back- quarterback spot. The winner of the quarter- free safety Jalen Smith will up to then-sophomore Timmy and running games, respec- things happen. “We’ll try to get Micah Ware, who transferred to New back competition will have be the anchor of the defense. tively. The defense, under the di- Massey the ball as many Caney where his father, for- some seasoned receivers in Smith received a scholarship

Local trio to compete in NCAA Houston Regional Playoff By Michael Sudhalter michael@theleadernews.com

Rice University sophomore catcher Hunter Kopycinski, a 2012 St. Thomas High graduate and Shepherd Park Plaza native, will look to lead the Owls in the NCAA Houston Regional this weekend. (Photo by Michael Sudhalter)

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