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New Lady Buck volleyball coach has high hopes for the team on and off the court

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Adrian Smith has taken the torch of Lady Buck head volleyball coach this season, and she believes the future is bright for the program because of the team’s passion and strong team mindset. “My expectations for the program don’t only have to do with success on the court, it’s also about success off the court as well,” Smith said in an interview with the Avalanche last Thursday.
Coach Adrian Smith

Kokernot Field All-Star Game a Success

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For the first time in Pecos League history, the annual Mountain Division All-Star Game was held at Kokernot Field in Alpine Sunday, July 16. A crowd of 389 filled out the dark green, wooden seats as the top players from six of the eight Mountain Division franchises took the field. The day began with a home run derby featuring seven contestants. James Prockish and Kam Holland represented Alpine, but Tucson Saguaros outfielder Madison Santos won the contest by crushing six long balls.
The 2023 Alpine Cowboys All-Stars celebrate after the game with a team photo. From left to right: Manager Sean Persky, James Prockish, Jake Sisto, Mark Traylor, Matt Hess, pitching coachAlejandroAmezquita, Manny Garcia, Bryson Spagnuolo, Connor Kelly,Alex Canty. Photo by Julie Myers.

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT

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In what activities did you participate in high school? I participated in basketball for two years. I’ve also participated in welding all throughout high school.
Shaughn Taylor

Cowboys win July 4 series vs. Invaders, sweep Fuego

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After an up-and-down month of June that saw the Alpine Cowboys hover around the .500 mark, the first week-and-a-half of July has showcased a Cowboys team that seems to have found its groove. Alpine recorded six wins over an eight-game homestand, which featured a two-game sweep of the Austin Weirdos and series victories against the Trinidad Triggers and Roswell Invaders.
The Alpine Cowboys celebrate their victory in the first game of a doubleheader over the Roswell Invaders July 4 at Kokernot Field. Alpine won six of eight games in their last homestand. Photo by Julie Myers

Sports Schedule

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ALPINE FIGHTIN’ BUCKS FOOTBALL Aug. 11 Alpine vs McCamey -Scrimmage JV 5 p.m., Varsity 6 p.m.

Cowboys to host All-Star Game July 16

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The crown jewel event the Alpine Cowboys have chased for years is finally coming to Kokernot Field. On Sunday, July 16, representatives from all eight Pecos League Mountain Division teams will make the trek to West Texas for the league’s annual All-Star Game.
Cowboys third baseman James Prockish bats during a game against the Tucson Saguaros at Kokernot Field June 21. Prockish earned his third consecutive Pecos League All-Star selection and fourth overall by hitting .396 with 4 home runs and 32 runs batted in through July 4. Photo by Julie Myers
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