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The Windthorst Trojans saw their first outside competition of the season as they faced off against the Quanah Indians in a scrimmage on Thursday, Aug. 13.

The Holliday Lady Eagles’ volleyball team kicked off their 2026 campaign with a win over Tolar on Monday, 3-1 (21-25, 25-20, 26-24, 23-19.) Holliday’s upperclassmen shined in the victory with senior Emma Ellis leading the way for what looks to be another impressive season.

The 2026-2027 high school sports season has officially begun as the volleyball and football teams from all three schools in the county began their yearly two-adays practices on Monday, Aug. 3.

As local fall sports commence preparations for their respective upcoming seasons, new rules and regulations may change how those preparations look.

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Since I started this job in Nov. of 2023, I have witnessed some of the best games in high school sports. Archer County has some of the best athletes, coaches, and fans in the state, and as my time at Archer County News winds down, I’d like to reminisce on some of those games.

Football season is quickly approaching Archer County. In just a few weeks, the coaches and players at Archer City, Windthorst, and Holliday high schools will begin Two-A-Days to prepare for the first game the year on Friday, August 28.

For the first time in eight seasons, the Holliday Lady Eagles will be under the tutelage of a new head softball coach, former recruiting coordinator and kinesiology instructor at Texas A&M University-Texarkana Haley Colwell.

The 25-26 spring sports season was one of the most successful for Archer County. With state appearances, state championships, and deep playoff runs, it’s only fitting that numerous athletes from across the county be recognized for their work in their respective sports.