Childress, Wellington players named to ‘40 Football Players to Watch’

AMARILLO — Childress’ Jacob Mora and Wellington’s Noah Cantu were recently named to Press Pass Sports’ 40 Texas Panhandle and South Plains Football Players to Watch in 2025, announced Sunday, Aug. 17.

Lady Cats in action

Coaches CornerThe Childress Lady Cats take the court in Holliday, falling in a 3-0 matchup against the Lady Eagles with sets of 25-11, 25-12 and 25-14. Currently, the Lady Cats are competing in the Graham Tournament, which began Thursday, Aug. 21 and spans through Saturday, Aug. 23. 

Childress cross country opens season in Canadian

Courtesy PhotoThe Childress High School cross country teams open the 2025 season at the Canadian Cross Country Invitational Saturday, Aug. 16 at the Hemphill County Recreational Complex.

Bobcats announced pep rally dress-up themes

Courtesy GraphicThe Childress Bobcats announce pep rally dress-up themes for the 2025 season, including the season opener’s “Saddle Up to Victory” theme, which encourages fans to get western as the Bobcats prepare to take on the Greenwood Rangers on Friday, Aug. 29 in Midland. 

The Red River Sun school menus

Childress ISDMonday, Aug. 25Breakfast: Sausage Kolache, Yogurt, Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juice, Milk.  Lunch: Barbecue on a Bun, Street Corn, Cucumber Slices, Rosy Applesauce, Dessert, Milk. Tuesday, Aug. 26Breakfast: Cheese Omelet, Toast, Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juice, Milk.

Lady Cats take the court

Childress Lady Cat volleyball is taking the court, having already played games against Borger, Brock, Holliday, Pampa, Quanah, Vernon and White Deer. Next, the Lady Cats will compete in the Shallowater Tournament, held Friday, Aug. 15-Saturday, Aug. 16 in Shallowater.

Childress’ Prince named to Press Pass Sports’ Volleyball Players to Watch

Childress’ Journey Prince was recently named to Press Pass Sports’ 15 Texas Panhandle Volleyball Players to Watch in 2025, announced Sunday, Aug. 11. A senior outside hitter, Prince was named as a Notable Player to Watch, among 33 other players.

Memphis ISD hosts Back to School Bash, Meet the Cyclones

The Red River Sun/Elizabeth TannerMemphis Independent School District (ISD) welcomes back students during the annual Back to School Bash, followed by Meet the Cyclones, Friday, Aug. 8 at Memphis City Park. Students returned to campus for the official first day of school Tuesday, Aug. 12.  

Scene at: Meet the Bobcats and Lady Cats

Childress High School YearbookMeet the Bobcats and Lady Cats highlights football, volleyball, cross country and cheer student-athletes, as well as members of the Bobcat Band, Tuesday, Aug. 12 at Fair Park Stadium. 

Childress’ Prince named to Press Pass Sports’ Volleyball Players to Watch

Statham PhotographyChildress’ Journey Prince was recently named to Press Pass Sports’ 15 Texas Panhandle Volleyball Players to Watch in 2025, announced Sunday, Aug. 11. A senior outside hitter, Prince was named as a Notable Player to Watch, among 33 other players.