Jul 30, 2010
Archive of Friendswood Mustang News
Friendswood's Davis, Smith named to All-State team
June 21, 2010
The Texas Girls Coaches Association released the names of the girls who were named to the Class 4A All-State team and the Friendswood Lady Mustangs had two players named to the elite squad.
Friendswood falls short to Brenham in Region III final
June 8, 2010
The fact that the Friendswood Mustangs forced a third and deciding game of their best-of-three series against one of the top teams in the state is a tribute to the gutsy effort by head coach Charlie Taylor's diamondmen.
Balk sends Mustangs to Region III finals
June 1, 2010
It was one of those moments in a sport when the unthinkable happens and a mind-boggling call by an umpire shocks, not only the crowd, but two baseball teams who were locked in an extra inning tie game with the season on the line for both teams.
Friendswood takes out Watrip to advance to semifinals
May 25, 2010
The Friendswood Mustangs took care of business with a 9-3 win over Houston Waltrip in the third game of their best-of-three series to advance to the Class 4A Region III semifinals.
Mustangs stampede past Houston Davis to advance
May 18, 2010
This year, head coach Charlie Taylor and his diamondmen didn't give Davis a chance as the Mustangs bombed the Panthers 12-0 in the first game of their best-of-three series.
Santa Fe ends Lady Mustangs playoff run
May 18, 2010
The Lady Mustangs scored both of their runs in the top of the third for a 2-0 lead, but the Lady Indians answered with a big inning in the bottom of the third resulting in five runs.
Friendswood rallies past Foster for sweep
May 12, 2010
Friendswood will face Davis in the area round in a best-of-three series. All games will be at Manvel High School beginning on Thursday, May 13 at 7:00 p.m. Game 2 will be on Friday, May 14 at 7:00 p.m. and Game 3 (if needed) will be on Saturday, May 15 at noon.
Neal McClaugherty was a true inspirational blessing
May 11, 2010
"Neal was truly an inspiration to all of us," (coach Dena) Russo said. "He went on no matter what and he brightened your day by just looking at him.
Lady Mustangs thrash Houston Austin to advance
May 10, 2010
Friendswood swept the best-of-three series with a 9-0 win in the second game.
Lady Mustangs take out Bay City to advance to area round
May 4, 2010
It took eight innnings in the third and final contest, but the Lady Mustangs held strong to pull out the 1-0 win to advance to the next stage.
Friendswood Baseball Playoff Schedule
May 4, 2010
Friendswood (16-12) vs. Foster
Game 1
7 p.m. Thursday, May 6, at Foster
Game 2
7 p.m. Friday, May 7 at Friendswood
Game 3 (if necessary)
Saturday, May 8 at 11:30 a.m. at Foster
Lady Mustangs Playoff Schedule
May 4, 2010
Friendswood Lady Mustangs vs. Stephen F. Austin HS
Game 1
6:30 pm Thursday, May 6, at Place: Barnett Stadium, 6800 Fairway, Houston
(the softball field is on the east side)
Game 2
2:00 pm Saturday, May 8, at Friendswood High School
Game 3 (if necessary)
30 minutes after game 2 ends, Saturday, May 8, at Friendswood High School
Hutchison, Newkirk, Hall headline district soccer awards
May 4, 2010
Friendswood senior Annalisa Hall was named to the All-District first-team while being named as the "Player of the Year" by the Galveston County Daily News.
Area boys dominate top district soccer honors
May 3, 2010
Friendswood won the District 42-4A soccer title and had two players receive two of the top honors. But Manvel also had two players take top honors while Pearland Dawson, in only their second year of varsity competition, had one player who was recognized for his outstanding play this past season.
Friendswood polo team
April 27, 2010
The Friendswood High School polo team qualified for the state polo tournament in San Antonio for only the second time and returned home with a ninth place finish.
Lady Mustangs ready for the playoffs
April 27, 2010
Friendswood will face Bay City in a best-of-three series. The first game will be at Bay City on Friday, April 30 at 6:30 p.m. The second game will be at Pearland Dawson HS on Saturday, May 1 at 11:00 a.m. The third game (if necessary) will be at Dawson 30 minutes after game two.
FHS girls win District 24-4A title
April 13, 2010
The Friendswood girls varsity golf team won the District 24-4A championship and will advance to the 4A Region III golf tournament.
Hayford leads Friendswood to district golf title
April 13, 2010
Friendswood's Corey Hayford took individual medalist honors with a two-day total of 161.
Lady Mustangs fall short in state soccer tournament
April 6, 2010
“I thought the girls put forth a great effort, especially in the second half,” head coach Laura Peter said. “It just felt like we were a step slow or couldn’t find a way to speed the game up or just didn’t finish.”
Lady Mustangs get back on winning track
April 6, 2010
The Lady Mustangs pounded La Marque 11-1 and then beat Texas City 7-2 to move into third place in the district standings while keeping their playoff hopes alive.
Friendswood moves atop district leader board
April 5, 2010
The victory over Angleton completed a successful week for head coach Charlie Taylor and his diamondmen who also knocked off district favorite Texas City 4-3 in 10 innings a few days prior to facing the Wildcats.
Friendswood girls advance, boys fall in playoffs
March 29, 2010
The Friendswood Lady Mustangs took care of business as usual with a 9-0 rout of Houston Sharpstown to keep their hopes alive to win their fifth straight Class 4A Region III title and to return back to the state soccer tournament for a record fifth consecutive year to claim a state championship.
Friendswood girls soccer
March 24, 2010
Friendswood is the four-time defending region champion and are looking to repeat again to advance to their fifth straight state soccer tournament.
Lady Mustangs split district games
March 23, 2010
Friendswood is now 13-8-1 on the season and 2-2 in district. The Lady Mustangs will host Brazosport on Friday, March 26 at 6:30 p.m.
Friendswood soccer teams advance
March 22, 2010
It came as no surprise that the Friendswood boys and girls soccer teams advanced to the area round of the playoffs. Both teams were expected to take care of their first round opponents and they did in dominating fashion.
Edwards named as finalist
March 15, 2010
Edwards was named the American Southwest Conference East Division "Defensive Player of the Year." She also was named to the ASC All-Conference team and to the ASC All-East Division team.
Friendswood splits district softball games
March 15, 2010
Friendswood travels to face Santa Fe on Tuesday (late) and will host Dawson on Wednesday, March 17 at 6:30 p.m.
Friendswood girls place fourth at softball tournament
March 8, 2010
The Friendswood girls softball team was 2-3 last week and ended with a fourth place finish at the Lamar Consolidated softball tournament.
Friendswood girls place eighth at state swim meet
March 1, 2010
Despite no medals, it was still a solid showing for a young Mustangs swimming team.
Late rally comes up short for Lady Mustangs
February 22, 2010
“We fell behind early, but I was proud of the way the girls responded late,” Friendswood coach Kirby Killingsworth said.
Friendswood girls swimming team make it eight in a row
February 15, 2010
For the eighth straight year - the Friendswood Lady Mustangs captured the Region 6-4A swim championship and will send several swimmers to the state swim meet to be held in Austin at the Lee and Joe Jamail Swim Center at the University of Texas.
Friendswood boys and girls sweep District 24-4A swim meet
February 9, 2010
“We did well at the meet,” Friendswood coach John Little said. “Our depth helps out a lot. We have quality at every event and that’s how we are able to score a lot of points.”
Friendswood maintains second place in district standings
January 28, 2010
The Friendswood Mustangs remain one game behind league-leading La Marque (8-0) in the District 24-4A standings after the first round.
La Marque runs past Friendswood 60-43
January 19, 2010
Unfortunately, the game proved why the Cougars are the higher ranked team as the Mustangs fell victim to a suffocating defense that limited the Friendswood offense to just over 30 percent shooting while forcing 18 turnovers.
Friendswood roundballers still perfect in league play
January 11, 2010
While the district season is still young - the Friendswood Mustangs (16-4 3-0) are sitting in a tie atop the league leaderboard with La Marque (18-1, 3-0). Both teams are ranked among the top 10 in the Houston area.
No. 1 Lady Mustangs remain undefeated in district
January 5, 2010
Friendswood is now 17-2 overall for the year.
Former Friendswood players
January 5, 2010
Former Friendswood teammates Will Ebner (Missouri) and Austin Beaty (Navy) were on opposite sidelines when the two teams met in the Texas Bowl at Reliant Stadium on New Year's Eve. Navy dismantled Missouri 35-13 on the field...
12 Mustangs named to District 24-4A teams
Johnson named "Newcomer of the Year"
January 4, 2010
Knowing that every district game would be important - (Head Coach Steve) Van Meter rallied his gridiron warriors to win out in league play to advance to the post-season with an opportunity to defend their region title.
Friendswood Golfer
December 15, 2009
Friendswood's Corey Hayford finished in a three-way tie for second place at the Dick Harmon Memorial Texas High School golf tournament...
Van Meter deserving of Touchdown Club recognition
December 11, 2009
As was the case last year - Van Meter was named as a "Coach of the Year" finalist by the Touchdown Club of Houston.
Mustangs throttle Jaguars 44-22 to advance to region finals
December 1, 2009
The Mustangs put the game away in the third period when Andrew Cole scored on a 5-yard run with 8:11 left in the third quarter and a 44-10 advantage.
Mustangs show a lot of class to advance to region semifinals
November 24, 2009
“We got down to business, and that’s what I wanted. Then we got to play some backups and JV, who really haven’t gotten to play this year,” (Head Coach Steve Van Meter said).
Friendswood stampedes past Lamar Consolidated 36-20
November 17, 2009
The game between these two teams was a tale of two halves. The first half was dominated by Lamar and the mistakes by Friendswood... It was all Friendswood in the second half outscoring Lamar 20-6 for the 36-20 win.
Swindler, Teel lead 'Stangs to fifth place at state cross country meet
November 15, 2009
“I didn’t even know that we’d be here at the beginning of the year,” Haffelder said. “So this is just great. It’s kind of a surprise, a shock.”
Friendswood pulls out another thriller
November 10, 2009
Friendswood got on the scoreboard first with a 20-yard scoring pass from quarterback Peter Maetzold to running back Jonathan Johnson with 8:12 left in the opening period. Zach Hardy added the extra point for a 7-0 lead.
Friendswood, Dawson advance - Pearland falls
November 10, 2009
The Friendswood Lady Mustangs and the Dawson Lady Eagles advanced with volleyball playoff wins while the Pearland Lady Oilers dropped their second round contest to fall out of the playoffs.
Friendswood boys capture 4A Region III CC crown
November 9, 2009
Not only did the Mustangs qualify for state, but they won the 4A Region III title with 102 points to finish in front of Lockhart (109) and Magnolia West (114).
Friendswood advances with 38-14 pounding over Brazosport
November 4, 2009
Friendswood traveled to Freeport to face Brazosport and got the playoff-clinching win they needed with a 38-14 pounding.
Friendswood escapes with win over Manvel in 4 OT's
October 27, 2009
The Mustangs improve to 5-3 on the season and more importantly, 3-2 in the tight District 24-4A playoff race.
Friendswood gets defensive with Dawson for 21-6 win
October 20, 2009
Throughout the years - Friendswood has been known for its wide-open offense that drives defensive coordinators crazy in preparing for the circus act. However - the Mustangs' defense is what took center stage against Dawson.
Santa Fe pulls out shocking win over Mustangs
October 12, 2009
When the Friendswood Mustangs look back at their loss to Santa Fe -- they will do so knowing that turnovers led to their demise which now places them behind the 8-ball to making the playoffs.
Angleton wins shootout with Friendswood 48-33
October 6, 2009
The No. 1 area-ranked Angleton Wildcats lived up to all the pre-game hype as they knocked off No. 3 area-ranked Friendswood 48-33.
Late surge sends Friendswood past Texas City 33-17
September 29, 2009
In a District 24-4A opener for both squads - getting a win was important for the No. 3 area-ranked Mustangs in their quest to repeat as district champions and making the post-season.
No. 3 Friendswood mauls the Bulldogs 42-7
September 21, 2009
Friendswood head coach Steve Van Meter was very pleased with what he saw as the Mustangs ripped the Nederland Bulldogs 42-7 in their season home opener before a packed out crowd at Henry Winston Stadium.
Brazoswood's defense stops Friendswood 28-18
September 14, 2009
The real difference in the game was Brazoswood registering 16 tackles behind the line of scrimmage including sacking Friendswood quarterback Peter Maetzold for -minus 47 yards.
Mustangs continue dominance over Dayton 36-33
September 8, 2009
Friendswood has beaten Dayton seven straight times dating back to 2000 - which includes playoffs and regular season games.
This year it is No. 3 Dayton vs No. 4 Friendswood
September 1, 2009
Things haven't changed that much as the two teams open up the 2009 football campaign ranked No. 3 and No. 4 respectively -- but rankings don't mean a thing except out on the field. Friendswood will travel to Dayton this coming Friday, September 4 at 7:00 p.m. for the showdown.
2009 volleyball season has Lady 'Stangs young and restless
August 11, 2009
(Head coach Jerry) Linch will look to senior Sarrah Wooley, junior Siobhan O'Neill, senior Jasmine Casey, and sophomore Kaelan O'Neill as some of his team leaders.
Barnes named to pre-season All-Academic team
July 27, 2009
Barnes was instrumental in helping the Mustangs advance to the 4A state semifinals last season from his linebacker position.
Mustangs figure to challenge for 24-4A title
July 27, 2009
Despite losing some key players to graduation -- [head coach Steve] Van Meter has a strong foundation of players who will return and have experience in their quest to make another deep run.
Anastas, Burris, Fitzpatrick, Singleton named to 4A All-State teams
July 20, 2009
The Texas Sports Writers Association have released their Class 4A All-State teams and the Friendswood Mustangs had four players who were honored on the elite teams.
Friendswood captures UIL Dodge Lone Star Cup
July 7, 2009
. . . the Friendswood Mustangs have captured one of the most coveted awards across the state of Texas
Crocker accepts Danbury coaching job
July 6, 2009
Crocker will become the defensive coordinator for the football team and the new head baseball coach.
Friendswood Fusion basketball team finished a successful season
June 29, 2009
Friendswood 16U basketball team
June 22, 2009
The Friendswood Select 16U boys basketball team competed in the Prime Time Legends in Katy, Texas on June 13 and 14.
Cragin named NHSCA boys "Swimmer of the Year"
Solid Gold Performance
June 22, 2009
Friendswood senior Cole Cragin finished his high school career with a standing ovation after winning the 100 backstroke with a national-record time of 46.75.
Nederland ends Friendswood's drive to repeat as region champs
June 1, 2009
HOUSTON — The Mustangs faced a tough Nederland Bulldogs squad that mirrored the talented boys from Friendswood. Only this series -- the 'Dogs were able to get the timely hits and strong pitching that allowed them to sweep the 'Stangs 6-3 and 7-6 at UH's Cougar Field.
Class 4A Region III Baseball Semifinals - Game 2 Results
May 30, 2009
Game 1: Nederland 7 - Friendswood 6.
HOUSTON - There won't be a repeat of the Region III championship by the Friendswood Mustangs as they fell to the Nederland Bulldogs 7-6 in Game 2 of their best-of-three series. The 'Stangs lost Game 1 on Thursday night which placed them in a must-win situation in Game 2. It was a great run for the Mustangs as they won the District 24-4A championship.
Class 4A Region III Baseball Semifinals - Game 1 Results
May 29, 2009
Game 1: Nederland 6 - Friendswood 3.
HOUSTON - The Friendswood offense went silent against the Nederland Bulldogs and now the Mustangs are in a must-win situation if they hope to keep their hopes alive to defend their Region III crown and return to the state baseball tournament. The Mustangs face Nederland in Game 2 on Friday, May 30 at 7:30 p.m. at UH Cougar Field.
Game 3 Playoff Results:
May 26, 2009
BASEBALL, 4A Region III Quarterfinals — Friendswood vs. Texas City — Game 3: Friendswood 18 - Texas City 5. Friendswood offense wakes up to romp past Texas City
Playoff Schedules
May 26, 2009
Baseball 4A Region III semifinals — Friendswood Mustangs vs Nederland Bulldogs at the University of Houston, Thursday, May 28, 2009 7:30 pm; Friday, May 29, 2009 7:30 pm; Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 2:00pm (if necessary).
Game 3 PLAYOFF RESULTS:
May 23, 2009
BASEBALL, 4A Region III Quarterfinals — Friendswood vs. Texas City — Game 3: Friendswood 18 - Texas City 5. The Friendswood Mustangs left no doubt about this game as they ripped Texas City 18-5 to take the best-of-three series and advance to the Class 4A Region III semifinals.
Game 2 PLAYOFF RESULTS:
May 23, 2009
BASEBALL, 4A Region III Quarterfinals — Friendswood vs. Texas City — Game 2: Texas City 2 - Friendswood 1. The Texas City Stings were down to their final two outs of the season when they picked up two runs in the bottom of the seventh to beat previously unbeaten Friendswood pitcher Kyle Burris (14-1) to send the best-of-three series to a showdown on Saturday, May 23 at Clear Lake HS at 12:00 noon.
PLAYOFF RESULTS:
May 21, 2009
BASEBALL, 4A Region III Quarterfinals — Friendswood vs. Texas City — Game 1: Friendswood 9 - Texas City 3. Brandon Hollier gave Friendswood a two-run lead in the 10th inning to make the score 5-3 and then Cody Bergeson blasted a grand slam to make the final score 9-3 in game one of their best-of-three series. Game 2 is Friday, May 22, 7:00pm at Clear Lake HS. Radio coverage: 1540 AM.
MUSTANGS GET WAKE UP CALL WITH LATE RALLY — Head coach Charlie Taylor was thinking that he would be going on a field trip on Friday instead of being with his baseball team in the Class 4A Region III playoff game against Texas City.