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

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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
All content by Danielle Esperiqueta
Ryan Benca lays a block on a defensive lineman. Benca and his teammates will kick off district play Friday at Wagner.

[Photo] Previewing the ‘Little SEC’

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
October 8, 2020
The band's halftime show will look a lot different this year.

[Photo] School announces new ticket sales policy

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
September 1, 2020
A new UIL directive will delay football, volleyball, tennis and cross country's seasons.

[Photo] UIL delays fall sports amid COVID-19 pandemic

Jackson Posey and Tim Tschoepe
July 21, 2020
Running back Greg Eggleston runs with the ball during a game against San Marcos. Eggleston will sign with Tarleton State University on Wednesday.

[Photo] Signing on

Parker Maroney and Jackson Posey
February 4, 2020
CB Jalen Nutt looks on during a 35-10 loss to Steele. Nutt finished the season with three interceptions.

[Photo] Brothers for life

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
November 21, 2019
Star DT Trey Witcher rushes the passer during a loss against Steele. Witcher picked up a sack in his final high school game on Friday at Lake Travis, a 21-3 loss.

[Photo] Football eliminated in heartbreaker at Lake Travis

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
November 16, 2019
DE Trey Moore sheds a blocker during a loss against Steele. Moore and Trey Witcher will play a big role for the Rangers in this week's playoff opener at Lake Travis.

[Photo] Football prepares for “dog fight” in playoff opener

November 15, 2019
Greg Eggleston totes the rock against New Braunfels. Eggleston will play a major role in the Rangers' upset bid.

[Photo] Sports staff makes playoff predictions

Jackson Posey, Emma Siebold, and Parker Maroney
November 15, 2019
Trey Moore fights the Knights as he tries to break through Steele's offensive line. The Knights are also advancing to district playoffs.

[Photo] Playoffs in sight after Unicorns’ destruction

Emma Siebold, Staff Writer
November 10, 2019
The Rangers burst onto the field as they play East Central, who are also fighting for a playoff spot.

[Photo] Rangers fight for chance at playoffs

Emma Siebold, Staff Writer
November 8, 2019
Senior Greg Eggleston receives the ball in last week's game against Steele. The Rangers lost their game against the Knights 35-10.

[Photo] Win over Rattlers fuels Ranger revival

Emma Siebold, Staff Writer
November 2, 2019
Jalen Nutt charges onto the field before a loss against Steele. Nutt and the Rangers hope to bounce back this week at San Marcos.

[Photo] Down to the defense

Emma Siebold, Staff Writer
November 1, 2019
Carson Padilla stands alone at midfield during a game against East Central. Padilla was constantly in the Knights' backfield Friday night, but it wasn't enough.

[Photo] Rangers can’t capitalize in the clutch, lose 35-10

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
October 26, 2019
RB Jacob Forton rushes for one of his three touchdowns against East Central. A big game from Forton could swing the game in favor of the Rangers.

[Photo] Clash of district titans

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
October 25, 2019
CB Cullen Betsey lines up before the snap against East Central. Betsey picked off Judson QB Mike Chandler II twice on Friday night, but it wasn't enough.

Greg Eggleston (left) and Luke Gombert celebrate an Eggleston rushing touchdown against East Central. Eggleston will need more big plays if the Rangers want to beat Judson.

[Photo] “Business as usual” for Rangers as rival Judson looms large

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
October 18, 2019
Juniors Americas Sanders (left) and Trey Moore jog onto the field prior to a 15-7 loss to Schertz Clemens. The pair have a big responsibility slowing down East Central RB DeAngelo Rosemond.

[Photo] “Easier said than done:” Rangers eager for East Central

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
October 11, 2019
Ranger offensive lineman Nathan Moczygemba celebrates a field goal against Pflugerville Hendrickson. The team didn't do much celebrating tonight against Clemens, though, as they lost 15-7.

[Photo] Flags fly as Buffaloes fell Rangers

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
September 21, 2019
Safeties Jacob Perez and Jackson Sennie high-five after forcing an incompletion against Hendrickson. The Ranger secondary will be tasked with slowing down star QB Didomenico, who has 10 touchdowns.

[Photo] To the Max: Schertz returns for rematch with Rangers

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
September 20, 2019
Luke Gombert and Garrett Brooks celebrate a touchdown against Pflugerville Hendrickson. Gombert threw for two touchdowns this week in a win over San Antonio Madison.

[Photo] Rangers devastate Mavericks 44-0

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
September 12, 2019
Smithson Valley charges the field prior to last week's 43-15 drubbing of Pflugerville Hendrickson. The Rangers are slated to play San Antonio Madison at Heroes Stadium on Thursday.

[Photo] Rivalry renewed as Rangers riled up for matchup with Mavericks

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
September 11, 2019
RB Jacob Forton (#3) awaits the snap against Pflugerville Hendrickson. Forton leads the team in rushing yards with 170.

[Photo] Mo’ backs, fewer problems

Jackson Posey, Sports Editor
September 10, 2019
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