Eagles’ Season Ends After Fierce Regional Battle With San Augustine
Dennis Phillips publisher@robconews.com Robertson County News The Hearne Eagles’ postseason run came to an end Monday night as San Augustine rallied in the fourth quarter for a 63-55 victory in regional playoff action, closing the season for Hearne at 30-8 overall. The matchup featured two evenly matched teams entering the contest. San Augustine carried a 23-5 record into the game, while Hearne advanced after claiming the regional finals championship with a 48-43 win over Port Aransas earlier in the tournament. San Augustine jumped ahead early, scoring 19 points in the opening quarter while holding Hearne to 11 for an early advantage. Hearne responded in the second quarter with a strong defensive stretch. The Eagles limited San Augustine to eight points while scoring 20 of their own, turning the momentum and taking a 31-27 lead into halftime. The Eagles maintained control through the third quarter, outscoring the Wolves 18-15 and building a 49-42 advantage heading into the final period. San Augustine surged late in the fourth quarter, outscoring Hearne 21-6 over the final eight minutes. The Wolves tightened defensively while capitalizing on key offensive possessions to erase the Eagles’ lead and pull away for the eight-point win. Both teams entered the contest with strong offensive numbers during the season. San Augustine averaged 60.5 points per game while Hearne averaged 65.9. Hearne’s season totals reflected a productive year, scoring 2,503 points while allowing 1,740. The Eagles close the season with a 30-8 overall record and an 11-1 district mark after a deep playoff run that included a regional finals championship.
Spring into friendship with food, fun, and gardening
Seniors share smiles, sweet treats and plenty of laughs during the Hearne Senior Activity Center’s Valentine’s Day gathering at the Hearne Clubhouse on Norwood Lane.
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Roy McCoy roy@robconews.com Robertson County News HEARNE — There’s something special about sharing a meal, catching up with friends and learning something new all in the same afternoon. The Hearne Senior Activity Center is bringing all of that together for its March gathering at the Hearne Clubhouse on Norwood Lane. Seniors are invited to attend Thursday, March 12, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The day will include a meal planning activity, lunch, a plants and gardening demonstration and several rounds of bingo. With spring just around the corner, the gardening demonstration comes at the perfect time for anyone thinking about flowers, vegetables or simply freshening up the yard. Because there is plenty to cover, the second half of the plants and gardening demonstration will be held Tuesday, March 24, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., also at the Hearne Clubhouse. The Hearne Senior Activity Center began organizing in October 2025 and has continued to grow as more local seniors get involved. Meetings are designed to provide a welcoming place where seniors can gather, enjoy fellowship and take part in meaningful activities. For more information about the March events, call 979-422-8337.
