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Sandcrabs running back Isaiah Cabrales sweeps to the outside as a swarm of Davenport defenders closes in during Calhoun’s hard-fought 38–28 playoff battle.

Sandcrabs fall to No. 5 Davenport

November 26, 2025

Calhoun closes a season defined by grit and growth under first-year coach Stephen Hrncir.The Calhoun Sandcrabs’ football team rolled into...

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Calhoun High School head tennis coach Jeff Kubena and assistant coach Paige Horadam stand alongside seniors Mason Rodriguez, Job Pena, Jose Rosas, Alanea Martinez and Julieta Rodriguez Nov. 17 at the school’s tennis court. All five students received awards from the Texas High School Coach Association for their academic and athletic work.

CHS tennis athletes recognized for academic excellence

November 26, 2025

Five Calhoun High School (CHS) senior tennis players received recognition from the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) last week,...

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Eastern New Mexico University Greyhounds’ quarterback, and former Calhoun High School Sandrabs player, Jarius Stewart turns the corner to head up field during the team’s 59-35 win in the in-state Chile Bowl rivalry game over Western New Mexico University. Stewart set a Lone Star Conference record with 382 rushing yards and five touchdowns. His performance helped to propel the Greyhounds to a NCAA Division II record for team rushing at 722 yards, breaking a record that was set in 1971.

Jarius Stewart has a game for the books

November 19, 2025

One yard.Two yards.Three yards.By the end of the in-state rivalry Chile Bowl game between Eastern New Mexico State University Greyhounds and...

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Calhoun’s Izaiah Cabrales turns upfield after breaking free on a run during the Sandcrabs’ playoff win over Zapata on Friday night.

Calhoun crushes hawks 54–14: Calhoun punches ticket to next round...

November 19, 2025

The Zapata Hawks came into their matchup with the Calhoun Sandcrabs sporting impressive offensive numbers, averaging 461 total yards of offense per...

Crab Mania Calhoun vs Bay City

November 13, 2025

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A Calhoun Sandcrab ball carrier breaks a tackle and turns upfield against a host of Bay City Blackcats defenders Friday night in Port Lavaca. Calhoun stunned Bay City with an 82-yard scoring play in the final seconds to claim a 7-6 district win and secure second place in the standings.

Sandcrabs stun Bay City with 82-yard, last-second ‘miracle’ to win 7–6

November 13, 2025

Through three quarters of play, neither team put a single point on the scoreboard. Coming into the final regular season game of 2025, both the Bay...

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Calhoun High School (CHS) sports fans Brittney Ondreas and Larena Hahn unfurl their banners Oct. 30 in support of the CHS varsity volleyball team. The team would later wave at them on their bus ride out of town.

Seeing off the Sandies: Crowd cheers for CHS volleyball team on way...

November 5, 2025

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Bi-District Champions!

November 5, 2025

The Calhoun Sandies celebrate after sweeping the Bay City Lady Cats in three sets to capture the Bi-District Championship title. The Sandies...

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Calhoun’s No. 6 fights off an El Campo defender during Friday night’s matchup against the Ricebirds. The Sandcrabs rallied from a 10-point halftime deficit to claim a 35-31 victory, securing a playoff berth and building momentum heading into next week’s home game against Bay City.

Sandcrabs rally past Ricebirds, 35–31, to secure playoff spot

November 5, 2025

With their first district game chiseled in the wYou gotta love Texas high school football, where else could one watch a football game pitting the...

Crab Mania Calhoun vs Floresville

October 29, 2025

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Calhoun cross country teams cap strong season with district title,...

October 29, 2025

The Calhoun High School cross country teams wrapped up an impressive season marked by consistency, grit and top-tier finishes across the board.The...

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Calhoun quarterback Izaiah Cabrales (2) powers forward through Floresville defenders during first-half action Friday night at Sandcrab Stadium. Cabrales sparked the offense with multiple key runs, helping Calhoun take early control of the game.

Sandcrabs finish the fight: Calhoun secures crucial district win...

October 29, 2025

With their first district game chiseled in the win column, the Calhoun Sandcrabs hosted the Floresville Tigers for a contest which could guarantee...

Players from Calhoun and Beeville exchange handshakes following Friday night’s contest. Calhoun held off a second-half comeback to claim the 41–36 victory and keep its playoff hopes alive.

Crab Mania Calhoun vs Beeville

October 22, 2025

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Sandcrab Stadium to be taken over by Crab & Quack Attack

October 22, 2025

Community members are asked to make sure their ducks are in a row for the Education Foundation of Calhoun County’s (EFCC) Crab & Quack Attack fundraiser.The event will...

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Calhoun wide receiver leaps for a catch against Beeville defenders Friday night. The Sandcrabs’ passing attack ignited the early scoring surge that fueled their win.

Sandcrabs outlast Trojans, 41–36

October 22, 2025

Cabrales sparks early surge as Calhoun holds off Beeville rally to stay in playoff hunt.The Calhoun Sandcrabs left town for Beeville in...

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