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Valley Ventana
The student news site of Smithson Valley High School in Spring Branch, Texas

Valley Ventana
The student news site of Smithson Valley High School in Spring Branch, Texas

Valley Ventana
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Jacob Forton takes over running back duties this year.

RB Jacob Forton runs against the Judson defense in last year's 28-0 loss. Forton will be a focal point in this Friday's game against Pflugerville Hendrickson.

[Photo] Fly like the Hawks

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
September 5, 2019
The Rangers run out onto the field prior to last season's 24-23 loss to the Lee Rebels. The two teams face off again in Midland this Friday.

[Photo] New beginnings: Rangers ready to rumble with Rebels

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
August 29, 2019
Senior Shaun Besch competing in 50m butterfly swim during practice. The varsity swim squad heads into state competition this Friday in Austin.

[Photo] Swimming heads to state

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
February 12, 2019
Huddled around Coach David Farber, girls basketball team members lean in for a strategy to beat Judson, 64-62, at the final buzzer.

[Photo] Sports Roundup

Wyatt Tomallo, Julian Fernandez, Elijah Goollsby, and Joesph Romano
February 6, 2019
Girls Basketball has dominated competition thus far in the season, having a total record of 21-6. The place third overall in district behind Converse Judson and Cibolo Steele with a district record of 7-2. The lady rangers take on Canyon this Friday at home at 7:30 p.m.

[Photo] Girls Basketball extends winning season

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
January 23, 2019
The Smithson Valley booster club has helped fund a bus to carry fans to Austin for this weeks upcoming playoff matchup against Lake Travis. The team will be selling tickets Friday morning along with clear bags to bring into the stadium.

[Photo] Road to state

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
November 14, 2018
Football defeated New Braunfels, 20-3 to clinch a playoff birth where they will play powerhouse Lake Travis on November 16th at 7:30 p.m. in Austin.

[Photo] Football slays Unicorns, clinch playoffs

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
November 14, 2018
Junior Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets present the flags at the beginning of the Veterans Day ceremony at Ranger Stadium.

[Photo] Red, white and blue tribute

November 12, 2018
Senior Alyssa Marin goes up for the layup in a game against Clemens last season.

[Photo] Girls basketball defeats Incarnate Word in season opener Nov. 3

Hudson Murphy, Sports Editor
November 8, 2018
Football dominated San Marcos on Friday during Senior Night in a 58-14 win. Football extends their record to 4-4 on the year with their next upcoming matchup being district rival New Braunfels.

[Photo] Football stomps San Marcos during Senior Night blowout

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
November 8, 2018
After the Judson game ended in a 28-0 rout, juniors Taylor Brooks and Jacob Forton and their teammates hope to find some momentum against Steele tonight.

[Photo] Game Preview: Smithson Valley vs Cibolo Steele

Jackson Posey, Staff Writer
October 26, 2018
Freshman Maddie Dennis sets school record with 48 assists against Converse Judson last Friday.

[Photo] Volleyball looks to end season on five-game win streak

Hudson Murphy, Sports Editor
October 19, 2018
The football team takes the field for the Comal Bowl against rival opponent Canyon. The Rangers won their first game of the season with a 52-33 win over the Cougars.

[Photo] Football tames rival Cougars

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
October 3, 2018
During a halftime performance. sophomore Matthew Middlebrooks and the rest of the band present "Xperiment 78070."

[Photo] Band fajita fundraiser slated Oct. 5

Special to the Valley Ventana
September 20, 2018
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and donate during the Oct. 4 blood drive on campus. Sign up before Sept. 28 and get those permission slips signed.

[Photo] Photo of the Day Sept. 19

September 19, 2018
The football team lost a 24-23 shootout last Friday to Midland Lee. A rain cancelation followed against Pfluergerville Hendrickson

[Photo] Shootout hopes come to a close

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
September 7, 2018
Waiting with her parents, senior Jordyn Pruski prepares with sign her letter of intent to play volleyball at St. Johns River.

[Photo] Seniors shine bright during signings

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
May 17, 2018
The varsity tennis team competed during districts this last weekend. Seniors Nico Dominquez and JoLynn Scriven placed second in their single events, they will compete at the regional tournament next week.

[Photo] Tennis competes at district tournament

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
April 10, 2018
Girls gold team placed first in district on April 5th. Beat New Braunfels with a score of 661 to 729.

[Photo] Girls golf team wins district

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
April 6, 2018
Nico Dominguez played in the Hays Tournament this past weekend and placed first in boys singles.

[Photo] Tennis comes away big at Hays tournament

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
April 4, 2018
The team dominated competition this past Saturday as they earned gold, silver, and bronze finishes.

[Photo] Track earns big success at Ranger Relays

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
March 5, 2018
Sophomore Jacob Lacore finishing strong at the Hill Run Challenge on February 3rd to kick off the 2018 track season.

[Photo] Track rallies at Lake Travis meet

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
February 27, 2018
Senior Taylor Green gets the ball at the top of the key and looks to pass.

[Photo] Senior Taylor Green reaches 1,000 points in win

Hudson Murphy, Sports Writer
January 31, 2018
Junior point guard Justin Nutt advances down the court to set up the offense during the 48-44 loss against Alamo Heights on Nov. 21.

[Photo] Boys basketball shoots to build off first district win

Zach Dimmitt, Sports Writer
January 30, 2018
Ranger girls basketball takes on Canyon late in the 2018-2019 season. This year will be the final time the two teams will square off for the foreseeable future.

[Photo] District rival relegated

December 6, 2019
Junior forward Dylan Sinegal takes the ball up the court in the teams 48-44 home loss against Alamo Heights on Nov 21. The team was able to capture it's first district victory against East Central on Jan 27. taking home a 65-52 win.

[Photo] Boys basketball gets first district win

Bobby Palomin, Editor-in-Chief
January 29, 2018
Junior Sean Bolds rises up for a floater during the 58-55 win over San Marcos on Dec. 15

[Photo] Boys basketball aims to dethrone Knights

Zach Dimmitt, Sports Writer
January 23, 2018
Bouncing back: Senior Alex Peavy steps into a pass from the top of the key in the teams 58-55 win over San Marcos on Dec. 15 at home. The team has dropped 7 straight since this win as they continue to face a tough district schedule.

[Photo] Boys basketball continues struggles

Bobby Palomin, Editor-in-Chief
January 18, 2018
Junior Dylan Sinegal drives through for a layup against Highlands on Nov. 14.

[Photo] Boys basketball falls short against district powerhouse

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
January 10, 2018
Senior Alex Peavy rises up for a free throw attempt during the Rangers matchup against the Churchill Chargers last season.

[Photo] Thunderous challenge awaits basketball team

Zach Dimmitt, Sports Writer
January 5, 2018
Junior forward Sean Bolds drives baseline during the Rangers matchup against the Churchill Chargers last season.

Junior John Beck snaps the ball during warm-ups before the teams home game against Round Rock. The team won 50-10 on Sept. 15 at Ranger Stadium

[Photo] Snapped up

Zach Dimmitt, Sports Writer
November 14, 2017
Senior mason Pierce looks to the sideline during the teams 54-0 victory over East Central. The game was on Sept. 29 at Ranger Stadium.

[Photo] Two sport stud

Bobby Palomin, Editor-in-Chief
November 14, 2017
Freshman Lauren Molina competing at New Braunfels on Aug. 29.

[Photo] Serving it up

Wyatt Tomallo, Sports Editor
November 14, 2017
Gabi Sandoval serves ball to the other side of the court.

[Photo] Volleyball knocked out of playoffs

November 3, 2017
Junior quarterback Levi Williams jogs off the field after a touchdown during the teams game against East Central. The team defeated the Hornets 54-0 on homecoming on Sept. 29.

[Photo] Football prepares for showdown with Judson

Wyatt Tomallo, Editor-in-Chief
November 3, 2017
Gabi Sandoval serves ball to the other side of the court.

[Photo] Volleyball knocked out of playoffs

Hudson Murphy, Sports Writer
November 3, 2017
Senior Trevon Moehrig-Woodard stiff arms a Round Rock defender in the teams 50-10 victory over the Dragons on Sept. 15 at Ranger Stadium.

[Photo] Football prepares for battle of unbeatens

Zach Dimmit, Staff Writer
October 20, 2017
After scoring a touchdown, senior wide receiver Ricky Rios celebrates with junior wide receiver Nick Kuykendall and senior wide received Brance Anderson during the 54-0 shutout of East Central on Sept. 22

[Photo] Football shoots for 6-0 record against rumbling T-Birds

Zach Dimmitt, Sports Writers
October 13, 2017
Volleyball serving against close loss to New Braunfels on Sep. 29

[Photo] Volleyball falls short to New Braunfels

Hudson Murphy, Sports Writer
October 2, 2017
Senior Trevon Moehrig-Woodard receives the handoff from junior quarterback Levi Williams during the 50-10 win vs Round Rock.

[Photo] District play kicks off against rival Knights

September 21, 2017
Jane Uduji competes in a sprint at the Tiger Relays in Dripping Springs Feb. 25.

[Photo] Twenty-three track athletes compete at area

Wyatt Tomallo and Hudson Murphy
April 21, 2017
Junior Karlee Nichols takes a stroke on the fairway in the AM Consolidated Lady Tiger invitational. The team finished 5th in the tournament on March 5.

[Photo] Girls golf takes home district title

Bobby Palomin, Editor
April 12, 2017
Nico Dominguez celebrates an excellent play during practice in October.

[Photo] Boys’ tennis takes top team, individual district titles

Wesley Cornelius, Sports Editor
April 5, 2017
Junior Kaitlyn Bumgarner attacks the defense in the teams 3-0 victory at home on Feb. 24 against Wagner .

[Photo] Soccer squeaks by O’Connor

Bobby Palomin, Editor
March 28, 2017
Portraying victims of a drunk driving crash, senior Emily Harrison cries over victim Hannah Pittman during Shattered Dreams. Accidents also can occur form distracted driving.

[Photo] Shattered Dreams

March 6, 2019
Crash victim Lindsey Curtis gets loaded on a stretcher by emergency medical personnel during Shattered Dreams Thursday.

Brandon Arnold stands with his mom Shirley Arnold-Moore, sister Brittney Washington, and dad Carl Moore at Senior Night Oct. 28.

[Photo] Learning to become a team player comes with costly lessons

Brandon Arnold, Staff Writer
January 31, 2017
Boys track dominates Ranger Relays

Boys track dominates Ranger Relays

Casey Casselberry, Staff Writer
March 29, 2016
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