Posted by
Mark Kusenberger on January 27, 2010 at 8:34 am
Tomlinson scores with 2.31 seconds left in Fredericksburg’s 38-36 win
by Mark Kusenberger
SAsports.com Senior Writer
If you’d told Fredericksburg coach Tim Kaman before Tuesday’s game that Boerne’s defense would limit his top three scorers to 11 points total, he would have gulped.
Fortunately for him, his fourth leading scorer, sophomore Tyler Tomlinson, scored 18 points, including the game-winning basket with 2.31 seconds left to lead Fredericksburg to a 38-36 victory over the Boerne Greyhounds Tuesday night at Greyhound Gym.
Fredericksburg (15-10, 3-1 in 30-3A) scored the last 6 points of the ballgame, shutting out Boerne for the last four minutes of action. The Battlin’ Billies trailed 36-32 before J.P. Evans made a free throw to bring Fredericksburg within three, then Tomlinson sank a three to tie the game at 36.
The game winner came when Fredericksburg ran the clock down to 17.44 seconds left, then inbounded the ball to Taylor Eden. Eden ran the clock down before finding Tomlinson in the left corner of the lane, where Tomlinson hit the game-winning basket. The 38-36 final was Fredericksburg’s first lead since 13-12 late in the first half.
Chad Long had a chance to give Boerne (13-15, 2-2 in 30-3A) a thrilling finish, but his halfcourt shot as time expired bounced off the back of the rim.
The game featured two scrappy defenses, especially in the first quarter. Fredericksburg to a 1-0 lead on a Tomlinson free throw with 6:19 left in the first quarter and made the lead stand until Jackson Miller’s basket with 3:26 remaining in the first. (Fredericksburg shut out Boerne the first four minutes of the game, and the last four minutes of the game.) Baskets by J.P. Evans and Eden had Fredericksburg ahead 5-2 at the end of the first quarter.
After four lead changes and a tie in the second quarter, Boerne closed the quarter on a 10-0 run which they ultimately extended to 17-1. Then Fredericksburg seemed to flip a switch, using a 13-0 run to pull within two early in the fourth, sending the game to its thrilling conclusion.
Boerne committed 13 fouls to Fredericksburg’s 12, but the odd distribution challenged Coach Kimble McCone. Ross Kennell committed five fouls, fouling out with 2:20 remaining and costing Boerne one of its best defenders. Michael Stockton committed four fouls, and like Kennell sat much of the first three quarters due to foul trouble. The rest of the Greyhounds combined for four fouls.
Eden, J.P. Evans, and Ansel Berger-Thayer of Fredericksburg, combine to average 32 points a game, but only scored 11 Tuesday night. Boerne scored 20 points in the second quarter but only 16 the rest of the game.
Going into Tuesday’s action, Fredericksburg, Boerne, and Canyon Lake were all tied for second place in District 30-3A. The Fredericksburg win, combined with Canyon Lake’s loss at Ingram Tom Moore, puts Fredericksburg alone in second, with Boerne and Canyon Lake tied for third. Boerne plays at Canyon Lake Friday night, when 30-3A teams will completed their first round of district play.
Quarters
FREDERICKSBURG 5 8 11 14 - 38
BOERNE 2 20 7 7 - 36
FREDERICKBURG SCORING: Tyler Tomlinson 18, J.P. Evans 6, Reid Geistweidt 6, Ansel Berger-Thayer 3, Corbin Grobe 3, Taylor Eden 2, Blake Stephenson, Tate Powell, Abram Hernandez, Cory McCollum
BOERNE SCORING: Chad Long 11, Jackson Miller 11, Zach Evans 6, Michael Stockton 3, Nick Insalada 3, Tyler Driskill 2, Griffin McHone, Ross Kennell
Posted by
Mark Kusenberger on January 17, 2010 at 7:45 pm
Torisk three-pointer sends Boerne to comeback victory
by Mark Kusenberger
SAsports.com Senior Writer
With two seconds left in a 53-53 ballgame, Boerne coach Amy Ruede called timeout.
The staunch Fredericksburg team was about to force a five-second violation, so she took a timeout to avoid a turnover – and draw up a play.
Margaret Riggins inbounded the ball to Austin Torisk, and Torisk hit a three-pointer from the corner as time expired to give Boerne a thrilling 56-53 victory Saturday afternoon at Boerne High School.
Bailee Taylor and Katy Kazan led the Lady Hounds with 13 points apiece; Torisk finished with eight, while Riggins and Katie Moore scored seven apiece.
The game was physical and tense, featuring twelve ties. Compensating for the Lady Billies’ height advantage, Boerne (12-13, 3-1 in 30-3A) employed an aggressive style which led to 23 Fredericksburg fouls to Boerne’s 16. Chenoa Schmidt, Baleigh Schaetter, and Kyla Biedermann all fouled out for Fredericksburg; Torisk and Kazan for Boerne each finished the game with four fouls. After missing 15 free throws in the previous nights’ loss to Bandera, Boerne outscored Fredericksburg 25-7 from the free throw line Saturday afternoon.
For a minute there, it looked like Fredericksburg (4-10, 1-2 in 30-3A) would run Boerne out of the gym. Seven points from Biedermann – a quick three, then layups resulting from Boerne turnovers – staked the Lady Billies to a 7-0 lead just 45 seconds into the game. Ruede called a timeout to stem the tide, and although Fredericksburg did build the lead to 16-6, Boerne went on a 12-2 run to the game at 18 early in the second quarter. Neither team led by more than six the rest of the way.
With posts Schmidt and Schaetter on the bench with foul trouble most of the second half, Boerne built up leads, only to see Fredericksburg fight back. When both players returned midway through the fourth, Fredericksburg took momentum; a Schaetter basket tied the game at 48-48, but she missed the ensuing free throw that could have given her team the lead.
Schaetter fouled out with 2:09 remaining, sending Taylor to the line. Taylor, who made 10 of 13 free throws for the game, sank one to put Boerne ahead 49-48, but when Boerne tried to build the lead further, Biedermann stole the ball, then assisted Schmidt on a fast break; Schmidt’s layup put Fredericksburg ahead 50-49, their first lead since 34-33 in the third.
Then Schmidt fouled out with 1:50 remaining. Kazen, who made 5 of 6 free throws in the second half, made both free throws to put Boerne ahead 51-50.
To compensate for two starting posts fouling out, Fredericksburg used a full-court press. It did backfire once; Biedermann, who scored a game-high 19 points, fouled out with 52.8 seconds left. Katie Moore made the free throws, extending the lead to 53-50. But the Fred press also forced turnovers in the Boerne backcourt. Fredericksburg missed several layups attempting to capiltalize, but got a free throw and two-pointer from Ella Codiga to tie the game.
Which set up Torisk’s game winner.
Quarters
FREDERICKSBURG 18 7 16 15 - 73
BOERNE 13 14 14 20 - 69
FREDERICKSBURG SCORING: Kyle Biedermann 19, Ella Codiga 8, Alex Compton 7, Chenoa Schmidt 6, Katie Setterbo 5, Baleigh Schaetter 4, Lashea Itz 2, Ariana Vasquez, Elizabeth Itz, Emily Baethge
BOERNE SCORING: Bailee Taylor 13, Katy Kazan 13, Austin Torisk 8, Margaret Riggins 7, Katie Moore 7, Alex Parker 4, Katrina Navarro 4, Mallory Grimm, Jayci Blake
Posted by
Jay Tope on January 9, 2010 at 12:04 am
This week was a tough one in Fredericksburg. A few nights ago, there was an accident involving five high school students. 2 were transported to University Hospital in San Antonio, 2 were taken to the local Fredericksburg hospital and one died at the scene.
The Fredericksburg community could use some prayers. Right now everyone is in shock. Please keep the community in your thoughts.
Posted by
Jay Tope on November 15, 2009 at 9:18 am
Photos by Antonio Morano
SAsports.com Senior Photographer
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Both of these District 30-3A teams put on a volleyball clinic Saturday morning in the 3A regional final matchup at Blossom Athletic Center’s Littleton Gym.Â
And it would go down to the wire, with Fredericksburg taking a two sets-to-one lead, only to have Wimberley come from behind to defeat the Billies in five.
Fredericksburg has nothing to hang their heads about - they had an amazing season.
Wimberley now moves on to familiar territory - they have been to the state tournament most of this decade, and have won several titles as well.
Congratulations, Texans - we will see you in San Marcos!
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Posted by
Jay Tope on November 10, 2009 at 8:27 am
Photos by Antonio Morano
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The gym was completely packed last night at Champion High School in Boerne…
… as Fredericksburg and Lytle faced off in the 3A Regional Quarterfinals. When the dust settled, it was the Billies with a hard-fought three set sweep over the Pirates.
Cristin Herbort is not only the Billies’ setter, but the SAsports.com student columnist for Fredericksburg.
The Fredericksburg girls celebrate their victory, and will now move on to the Regional Semifinals, to be held Friday at Blossom Athletic Center. Their opponent will be either La Vernia or Columbus.
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Posted by
Cristin Herbort on November 4, 2009 at 7:55 am
Tuesday night the Lady Billies volleyball team defeated Crystal City at Blossom Center 25-21, 25-15, 25-11.
Saturday the Billies competed in a playoff warm-up match against San Antonio Clark and defeated Clark 25-21, 25-22, 25-21. Sara Robertson led the team with 14 kills while Cristin Herbort had 29 assists. Baleigh Schaetter shut down Clark’s offense with 2.5 blocks while Robertson assisted with nine digs. Herbort and Maddie Wolters each brought in two aces.
Last week the Billies closed district with a victory over Bandera in three games, 25-14, 25-21, and 25-10. Robertson led the Billie offense with nine kills followed by Rachel Andressian who had seven. Up at the net Andreassian had three blocks while Schaetter had 1.5. Herbort totaled 21 assists. Shannon Bonn kept the Billies in system with 12 digs while Robertson and Herbort each added with 10. Autumn Durst and Herbort brought in three aces each.
The Billie football team will close out their season in the Homecoming game against Wimberley Friday night at 7:30 p.m.
Last Friday the team traveled to Canyon Lake and fell to the Hawks, 14-7. Down 14-0 in the third quarter, J.C. Hickman ran in a 13 yard touchdown putting the Billies up on the scoreboard. Ansel Berber-Thayer completed the extra point for the Billies. Hickman had 89 yards of rushing while Dillon Reeh had 88 yards. Reeh also completed six passes for 42 yards. Hickman caught two passes totaling 16 yards, and Tyler Tomlinson caught two for thirteen yards. Berber-Thayer had 104 yards on three punts with a long of 38 yards. Hickmann had seven yards on punt returns. Berber- Thayer kicked two kickoffs each clearing 60 yards for a total of 120 yards. Hickman added another seven yards on kickoff returns followed by Corbin Grobe who had four.
Last week the boys and girls track teams competed in the District 30AAA Cross Country Meet in Bandera and both qualified for Regionals.
The varsity girls team placed second with three runners placing in the top ten. Kayla Castillo placed second with a 12:18.84. Edith Depoy took eighth place running a 13:02.71 followed by Jena Burrer who placed ninth with a 13:04.75.
The varsity boys team placed first with five runners placing in the top ten. Bo Porter placed first with a 17:25.97 trailed by Abi Arias who came in second with a 17:32.12. Dickson Seals followed closely behind placing third with a 17:37.46 and Dylan Pyka took fifth with a 17:59.26. Tanner Klein came in ninth running a 18:43.84.
Posted by
Jay Tope on October 12, 2009 at 6:54 am
Thank you to all, the contest was a great success. Congratulations to all winners, and to all bands for doing a great job.
Good Luck to everyone at UIL from the Harlandale Band and SAsports.com.
3A and below Results:
1st Place - Crystal City
2nd Place - Fredericksburg
3rd Place - Carrizo Springs
Outstanding Drum Major: Carrizo Springs
Outstanding Guard: Hondo
Outstanding Woodwinds: Crystal City
Outstanding Brass: Fredericksburg
Outstanding Percussion: Fredericksburg
4A Results:
1st Place - Boerne Champion
2nd Place - Medina Valley
3rd Place - McCollum
Outstanding Drum Major: Southside
Outstanding Guard: Southside
Outstanding Woodwinds: Boerne Champion
Outstanding Brass: Boerne Champion
Outstanding Percussion: Medina Valley
5A Results:
1st Place - Taft
2nd Place - CC Winn
3rd Place - Stevens
Outstanding Drum Major: Taft
Outstanding Guard: Taft
Outstanding Woodwinds: Taft
Outstanding Brass: CC Winn
Outstanding Percussion: Eagle Pass
Posted by
Cristin Herbort on October 6, 2009 at 6:25 am
Tomorrow night the Lady Billies volleyball team continues district play in Ingram at 7:30 p.m. The girls currently stand with a 2-1 record in district.
Friday night the Billies defeated Canyon Lake in a three game match, 25-15, 25-13, and 25-13. Robertson totaled 12 kills for the night, trailed by Andreassian who had 9 and Heath, 6. Herbort moved the offense around with 31 assists. Pyka contributed with 29 digs followed by Herbort with 14. The Billies finished with 37 kills, 35 assists, and 60 digs.
Last Tuesday night the team faced the number 10 ranked team in the state, Wimberley. The Billies fell to the Texans in three games, 23-25, 24-26, and 14-25. Sara Robertson led the Billie offense with 13 kills followed by Rachel Andreassian with seven while Baleigh Schaetter and Jackie Heath each got four. Lauren Pyka defended the court with 19 digs while Robertson had 11 and Cristin Herbort, 10. Herbort also contributed with 28 assists. Schaetter shut down the Texans with six assisted blocks at the net and Molly McKinney had 5. The Billies finished with 35 kills 32 assists, and 58 digs.
This past weekend the varsity cross country team took part in the Texas State Classic meet. Both the varsity girls and boys took first place in the 1A-3A division.
Kayla Castillo placed second in the girls race, running a 12:43. Vanessa Sanchez, Edith Depoy, and Jacqueline Crenwelge were neck and neck coming in, in third, fourth, and fifth each running a 13:21. Jenna Burrer finished eighth with a 13:33 followed by Alex Taylor taking ninth with a 13:34, and Alex Boos tenth with a 13:35.
Bo Porter lead the boys cross country team placing first with a 16:25 trailed by Dickson Seals who took second with a 16:37. Dylan Pyka finished fourth with a 17:28 while Jaime Sanchez took 11th running an 18:18. Sammy Garcia placed 12th with a 18:26 and Morgan O’Neil took 25th with a 19:12.
Posted by
Jay Tope on September 29, 2009 at 7:18 am
The Lady Billies varsity volleyball team kicked off the district season in Boerne Friday night and downed the Greyhounds in three games, 25-16, 25-21, and 25-20. Sara Robertson led the Billies offense with 10 kills while Rachel Andreassian, Molly McKinney, Jackie Heath, and Cristin Herbort each had 6. Herbort finished with 30 assists. Andressian held the Greyhounds up at the net with four blocks and Baleigh Schaetter had three. Lauren Pyka covered the court getting 28 digs. The Billies finished with 39 kills, 61 digs and, six aces.
Friday night the Billie varsity football team opened district in Liberty Hill. The Billies fell to the Panthers, 34-13. Dillon Reeh threw two touchdown passes in the first half both to Ben Sanders. Reeh completed seven passes for 114 yards. Sanders totaled 36 yards receiving. Hickmann caught two passes for 31 yards followed by Tomlinson who caught one for 29 yards. Ansel Berber-Thayer punted 99 yards with a long of 53 yards. Berber-Thayer also had 176 yards on three kick-offs. Taylor Eden ran back three kick-off returns for 56 yards while Tomlinson had two for 26 yards. The Billies held the Panthers to a passing yardage of 29 yards while the Billies had 114 yards.
Saturday the Billie cross country team ran in Llano. The varsity boys competed against 109 runners and took second out of 14 teams. Abi Arias placed eighth running a 17:47 followed by Dickson Seals who took ninth with a 17:49 and Bo Porter who took tenth with an 18:00
The varsity girls competed against 101 runners and took third among 14 teams. Kayla Castillo placed sixth running a 12:31 while Heather Rode and Vanessa Sanchez took 15th and 16th respectively each running a 13:10.
The volleyball team will continue district with Wimberley on Tuesday at 7 p.m. and Canyon Lake Friday at 6 p.m. Football will take on the Llano Yellow Jackets at home at 7:30 p.m.
This weekend the cross country runners will participate in the Texas State Classic.
Posted by
Cristin Herbort on September 21, 2009 at 8:39 am
The Lady Billies volleyball team travels to Liberty Hill Tuesday night and opens district Friday night at Boerne High. The team currently stands at number six in the state in 3A with a record of 22-4.
Friday night the Lady Billies downed Uvalde in a four game match, 25-21, 22-25, 25-14, and 25-18.
Sara Robertson led the Billie offense with 12 kills while Jackie Heath, Baleigh Schaetter, and Rachel Andreassian each had nine. Up at the net, Schaetter had 3.5 blocks followed by Molly McKinney, Robertson, and Andreassian each with two.
Lauren Pyka kept the Billies in system with 38 digs while Cristin Herbort had 23 and McKinney, 18. Herbort also had 36 assists.
Last Tuesday the team defeated the number eight ranked team Burnet in four games, 25-16, 25-16, 16-25, 25-17.
Robertson had 18 kills while Heath and Andreassian each had nine. Schaetter shut down the Bulldog offense with four blocks followed by Robertson with 2.
Pyka had 28 digs and Robertson contributed to with 18 while Herbort had 40 assists.
Riding a 2-2 record, football action gets serious this Friday as the Billies open District 8-3A playing Liberty Hill. FHS is coming off a 21-7 win over Comfort while Liberty Hill lost to Brownwood, 34-17.
In last Friday’s game Dillon Reeh had a total of 70 offensive yards, including a drive of 57 yards and he ran in a touchdown. JC Hickmann had 104 yards rushing, while Blake Herber added 20.
Reeh completed six passes for 93 yards, including two touchdown passes. Hickmann caught two passes for 53 yards while Tyler Tomlinson caught one for 13 yards. Kaleb Wunderlich caught one touchdown pass for 12 yards, and Ben Sanders caught another for 11 yards. Blake Durst, Seth Studebaker, Eden, and Wunderlich each intercepted a Bobcat pass.
Ansel Berber-Thayer had 203 yards punting, with 180 yards on kick offs and a field goal. Taylor Eden ran 14 yards on a kick-off return, while Tomlinson had nine.
Saturday, the Billie cross country team ran in the Ricardo Romo/ Six Flags Fiesta Texas Classic at UTSA. Approximately 120 girls and 150 boys ran in the 3A division.
The Lady Billies cross country team took first with six individuals placing among the top 20 runners. Kayla Castillo placed first with a time of 12:36 followed by Vanessa Sanchez who took fifth running a 13:07. Heather Rode ran a 13:19 placing 11th while Jacquelyn Crenwelge placed 12th with a time of 13:20. Alex Boos placed 19th running a 13:38 and Alex Taylor took 20th with a time of 13:39.
The boys cross country team took fifth with four individuals placing in the top 40 runners. Bo Porter placed eighth running a 17:29 followed by Dickson Seals who took 11th running a 17:46. Kody Dale ran a 18:42 placing 33rd while Dylan Pyka ran a 18:46 taking 37th.
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