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Tukker Hughes (10) drives toward the basket against Rush Springs last Friday. The 55-33 win for Sterling improved its record to 15-7. HUGH SCOTT JR. | SOUTHWEST CHRONICLE

Tukker Hughes (10) drives toward the basket against Rush Springs last Friday. The 55-33 win for Sterling improved its record to 15-7. HUGH SCOTT JR. | SOUTHWEST CHRONICLE

Sterling routs Rush Springs 55-33

Tim Farley
Friday, February 3, 2023
STERLING — Three Sterling players scored in double figures last Friday as the Tigers rolled to a dominating 55-33 win over Rush Springs. The win improved the team’s record to 15-7 with the district tournament looming next week at Velma-Alma.
From left to right, Boone & Tripp. LISA CARROLL | ELGIN ANIMAL WELFARE COORDINATOR

From left to right, Boone & Tripp. LISA CARROLL | ELGIN ANIMAL WELFARE COORDINATOR

ELGIN ANIMAL SHELTER FEATURED PET

News Staff
Friday, February 3, 2023
These giant, rowdy but friendly boys are 7-month-old Great Dane/German Shepherd mixes. Like peas in a pod these two brothers like to explore, wrestle, and roughhouse with each other. Both are social, good with other dogs, and will make large loyal companions.
Senior Emma Nunley scores on a layup during a game against Fletcher recently. The Lady Tigers captured the Comanche County Tournament with a 47-30 win over Walters in the championship matchup. Nunley led Sterling in scoring in each game. HUGH SCOTT JR. | SOUTHWEST CHRONICLE

Senior Emma Nunley scores on a layup during a game against Fletcher recently. The Lady Tigers captured the Comanche County Tournament with a 47-30 win over Walters in the championship matchup. Nunley led Sterling in scoring in each game. HUGH SCOTT JR. | SOUTHWEST CHRONICLE

Lady Tigers win Comanche County Tournament

Tim Farley
Thursday, January 26, 2023
LAWTON — The Lady Tigers exacted some revenge against Chattanooga during the Comanche County Tournament last week with a narrow 41-39 win. Earlier in the season, Chattanooga swept past Sterling 55-39. Chattanooga is ranked No. 19 in Class B.
Layce

Layce

ELGIN ANIMAL SHELTER FEATURED PET : Lovable Layce

News Staff
Thursday, January 26, 2023
At almost 7 years old, Layce is ready for a loving home. She is good with older kids, ok with cats, but prefers to be an only dog. She enjoys brisk walks, keeps herself very clean, is housetrained and loads herself into a vehicle for traveling. Layce is spayed, current on vaccinations.
Sterling senior Hayden Taliaferro grabs a rebounds in a game against Apache in December. Taliaferro scored the winning bucket last Friday in a 64-62 win over Alex. HUGH SCOTT JR. | SOUTHWEST CHRONICLE

Sterling senior Hayden Taliaferro grabs a rebounds in a game against Apache in December. Taliaferro scored the winning bucket last Friday in a 64-62 win over Alex. HUGH SCOTT JR. | SOUTHWEST CHRONICLE

Finally! Tigers win close one against Alex

Tim Farley
Friday, January 20, 2023
STERLING – A layup by senior Hayden Taliaferro with 16 seconds left propelled the Sterling Tigers to a 64-62 win over Alex last Friday. The two-point win was the first time this season Sterling has won a game decided by three points or fewer.
A Carolina chickadee perches on the branch of a plant in winter. Take note of the black cap and throat, along with the bright white cheeks. RANDY MITCHELL | SOUTHWEST CHRONICLE

A Carolina chickadee perches on the branch of a plant in winter. Take note of the black cap and throat, along with the bright white cheeks. RANDY MITCHELL | SOUTHWEST CHRONICLE

Carolina chickadee

Randy Mitchell - Special to Southwest Ledger
Friday, January 20, 2023
The Carolina chickadee is a fairly common bird and is easily attracted to backyard feeders. Since I featured the tufted titmouse last week, I thought it best to feature the bird which is often seen along with it.

Sterling sweeps past Ninnekah 71-49

Tim Farley
Thursday, January 12, 2023
NINNEKAH — Sterling posted a commanding 71-49 win over Ninnekah Tuesday night as senior Nate Anderson poured through 24 points to lead the way. The win improved Sterling’s season record to 10-7. Sterling took a 14-7 first quarter lead and extended the advantage to 35-16 at halftime.
Sterling senior Hayden Taliaferro shoots over the hands of a Fletcher defender in a recent game. Taliaferro and teammate Max Puccio were named to the All-Tournament team at last week’s Black Diamond Tournament in Rush Springs. Sterling finished second. HUGH SCOTT JR. | SOUTHWEST CHRONICLE

Sterling senior Hayden Taliaferro shoots over the hands of a Fletcher defender in a recent game. Taliaferro and teammate Max Puccio were named to the All-Tournament team at last week’s Black Diamond Tournament in Rush Springs. Sterling finished second. HUGH SCOTT JR. | SOUTHWEST CHRONICLE

Empire slides past Sterling in title game

Tim Farley
Thursday, January 12, 2023
RUSH SPRINGS — Sterling fell two points short in the championship game of the Black Diamond Classic last Saturday as Empire squeaked past the Tigers with a 52-50 overtime victory.
Sandi

Sandi

Sweet Sandi with an “i”

Curtis Awbrey
Thursday, January 12, 2023
This beautiful, fluffy, large mixed-breed adult dog with a gentle personality is Sandi. She is house-trained, loves puppies, taking long walks and cuddling with people of all ages. She does well with male dogs, but needs a cat-free home.  Sandi will be spayed and vaccinated prior to adoption.
Sterling’s Ashlyn Clift dribbles past a Fletcher defender along the baseline during Tuesday’s 57-16 win. Sterling is now 10-3 for the season. HUGH SCOTT JR. | SOUTHWEST CHRONICLE

Sterling’s Ashlyn Clift dribbles past a Fletcher defender along the baseline during Tuesday’s 57-16 win. Sterling is now 10-3 for the season. HUGH SCOTT JR. | SOUTHWEST CHRONICLE

Lady Tigers avoid holiday letdown with 57-16 win

Tim Farley
Thursday, January 5, 2023
FLETCHER — Christmas break didn’t impact the Sterling Lady Tigers as they returned to the hardwood and posted a convincing 57-16 win over archrival Fletcher Tuesday night. Sterling was led by senior Emma Nunley who finished with 24 points including four three-point buckets.
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