Basketball

Angelina College men's basketball returned from the holiday break with a couple of big wins.

UL Basketball Coach Bob Marlin accused a local reporter for being negative after he questioned why fans should have faith in the program.

Lufkin, Centerville, Brookeland and Onalaska are just a few of the Deep East Texas area basketball teams that are ranked in the top 25 in Texas

The Miami Heat forward secured a Li-Ning uniform and sneaker sponsorship deal for Tyler Junior College.

The Bullard Lady Panthers remained unbeaten in District 16-3A with a 52-21 win over Henderson on Tuesday night.

A big second quarter was enough to keep Canton in front for good after an offensive struggle in the first quarter.

The Bullard Lady Panthers remained unbeaten in District 16-4A with a 58-41 win over Kilgore on Friday.

PJ Brooks' 27 points led the Vandals to victory, but Canton made it interesting late in the fourth.

Kylei Griffin finished with a double-double of 20 points and 12 rebounds as the Lady Guard made easy work of Gorman in their district opener.

Seth Vasso finished with 14 points as the Crusaders did just enough to hold off Brook Hill to open district play.