BASKETBALL (BOYS)

SALADO — On a cool night inside the Eagle’s Nest, the Salado Eagles boys varsity didn’t just win their home opener, they earned it. What began as an uphill battle slowly evolved into a showcase of grit, poise, and clutch performances, culminating in a dramatic 53–50 victory over the visiting Rockdale Tigers. A Slow Burn Start Rockdale wasted no time asserting itself early. Behind an opening-quarter three from De’Andre Stephens and confident perimeter shooting from Josiah Smit