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From left; Eleonora Picogna, Madison Willis, Mia Elias, Caroline Lunsford, Brogan Fox, and Jersey Menchaca smiled for the camera May 9 after the annual Burnet High School Powder Puff game.

Seniors take victory in annual Powder Puff game

. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Doug Messer is leaving the Burnet Consolidated Independent School District now that daughter Jaylee is about to graduate. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Girls hoops coach’s leave comes down to family

Burnet Consolidated Independent School District girls basketball and golf head coach Doug Messer resigned May 8 to become an assistant coach on the girls basketball and track and field staffs at Lampasas High School. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Victor Aviles (center) signs to run for Rice University as his family Valeria (left), Victorino, Anthony and Felis Aviles-Salgado look on. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

BHS runner signs with Rice University

Burnet High School senior middle-distance runner Victor Aviles made his commitment to Rice University official May 19 by signing to run for the Owls. Middle-distance coach Crystal Shipley summed up what Rice is getting in Aviles. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Klein Stanley (Burnet 4-H) won the gold in his age division for air rifle (U15s), and the gold for the small-bore competition. Contributed Photo

4-H rifle team qualifies for Junior Olympics

“It was a golden spring for Burnet County 4-H Youth Rifle Team,” said coach Guy Taylor. The Burnet County 4-H Youth Precision Rifle Team once again has made the national stage for awards and excellence. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

May 10 at the Burnet County Rodeo, Cameron Poteet rolled clear of Ok Breakdown’s hooves during the bronc riding events. Find more photos on Page 12 and 14. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

May 10 at the Burnet County Rodeo, Cameron Poteet rolled clear of Ok Breakdown’s hooves during the bronc riding events. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Burnet senior receiver Marcus Pimentel (11) will represent the community at the first Hill Country Coaches Association all-star game Saturday, May 17, in Wimberley. Photo by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Bulldogs to suit up at all-star game

Several Burnet High School seniors will represent the community at the inaugural Hill Country Coaches Association all-star game at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 17, at Texan Stadium in Wimberley. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Johnny Charron will play football for the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor after signing with the Crusaders while parents John (left) and Ivette and little brother Luke (standing) look on. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke

Outstanding athletes sign to play college sports

Four Burnet High School seniors signed to compete on the collegiate level May 6. They are football player Johnny Charron basketball player Sierra Schaefer and swimmers Levi Kleen and Caroline Lunsford. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Pitcher Matthew Valdez shows control and strength on the mound. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Bulldogs tested in many ways against La Grange

The Burnet High School baseball team lost to La Grange 2-1 in a best-of-three area series in the Class 4A Division II playoffs. The series was played May 9-10 in Hutto. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Burnet High School was well represented at the Class 4A Region III tournament by assistant coach Tanner Wells (left), Aly Van Zandt, Alex Burns, Callen Smith, alternate Nick Dietrich and head coach Brandon Cunningham. Contributed photos

Netters show Bulldog fight at regionals

Tennis season ended for three Burnet High School players at the Class 4A Region III tournament May 7-8 at Bryan. They are Aly Van Zandt in girls singles and the mixed doubles team of Alex Burns and Callen Smith. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Victor Aviles soaks in the moment after winning the 1,600 meters at the Class 4A State Track Meet in Austin May 1 to cap off an incredible day that included a gold medal in the 800 meters and silver in the 3,200 meters. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Bulldog runner fulfills goals, leaves a legacy

From the beginning of this year, Burnet High School senior middle-distance runner Victor Aviles’ goals were to win three Class 4A State Championships this spring. So when the meet happened May 1 at Mike Myers Stadium on the University at Austin campus, Aviles won two and finished the third race with a silver medal. 05/07/2025 03:47 AM

Roy Kiser leaves the boys basketball program “in great shape,” according to athletic director Steve Hale. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Long-time coach set to retire, replacement tapped

Burnet Consolidated Independent School District announced a head coaching change for boys basketball. Long-time head coach Roy Kiser, who has spent more than two decades with the Bulldogs, is retiring. 05/07/2025 03:47 AM

Khris Kassner’s hot bat helps the Bulldogs beat Lorena. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Bulldogs come back to Lorena for bi-district title

The Burnet High School baseball team defeated Lorena 2-1 in a best-of-three bi-district series in the Class 4A Division II playoffs May 2-3. Next up is La Grange in a best-of-three area series in Hutto in the Class 4A Division II playoffs. 05/07/2025 03:47 AM

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Bulldogs sweep the Gators to return to the playoffs

The Burnet High School baseball team defeated Georgetown Gateway 8-1 April 25 to finish tied for third in District 24-4A play. The Bulldogs (17-7, 7-5) are on a nine-game winning streak. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

Burnet senior Victor Aviles’ stamina is one reason why he is so difficult to beat. His ability to put meters between himself and the competition while still having enough in the tank to finish strong is difficult for many runners to match. Photos by Jennifer Fierro/TexasChalkTalk.com

Runner’s drive will be on full display at state meet

Burnet High School senior Victor Aviles is making final preparations to fulfill a pursuit he’s had for awhile. Win all three middle- distance state championships in the same meet. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

Senior Carolyn Everett puts the ball in play to force Gatesville into a quick decision. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Tourney against Gatesville tests Lady Dawgs softball team

The Lady Dawgs showed their hearts and tenacity in a recent series against Gatesville. The Burnet High School softball team lost to Gatesville 2-1 in a best-of-three Class 4A Division I bi-district series April 24-25. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

Above, the program honors seniors Cydney Robison (left), Faith Green, Presley Crawford, Emma Pelky, Bri Barrios and Cora Everett for all they’ve done for Burnet softball. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Softball team chalks up win, loss at season’s end

The Lady Dawgs beat Taylor but suffered a defeat to Lampasas to end their regular season. The Burnet High School softball team lost to Lampasas 10-7 April 17 in the District 24-4A regular season finale. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM

Sophomore Hays Bennett represented the Burnet community at the Class 4A Region III tournament. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Golfers show their talents region tournament

Two Burnet High School golfers competed at the Class 4A Region III tournament at Bearkat Golf Course in Huntsville. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM

Head coach Russell Houston (left) will honor senior shortstop Noah Crawford and the rest of his class before the final home game of the regular season Tuesday, April 22, against Georgetown Gateway. Jennifer Fierro/ TexasChalkTalk.com

Baseball team preps for Georgetown this week

Bulldogs had the chance to re-energize during the bye week. The Burnet High School baseball team returns to District 24-4A play after enjoying that time away from competitive play. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM

With a triumphant celebration, Victor Aviles capped off his triple crown victory at the Region 3-4A track and field meet April 19 at Bullard High School, claiming his third gold medal with a time of 4:20.31 in the 1600m. Find the story on Page 10. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Top tracksters earn chance at state competition

With a triumphant celebration, Victor Aviles capped off his triple crown victory at the Region 3-4A track and field meet April 19 at Bullard High School, claiming his third gold medal with a time of 4:20.31 in the 1600m. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM

Above, Senior Cooper Alexander gets a hit against Leander to get on base. Photos by Jennifer Fierro/TexasChalkTalk.com

Bulldogs earn another sweep in baseball district action

The Burnet High School baseball team crushed Jarrell 12-3 April 11 in District 24-4A play. The win meant a clean sweep for the Bulldogs. 04/16/2025 03:27 AM

Above, Burnet senior Victor Aviles shows no signs of distress as he cruises through the finish line of the 800 meters.

TRACK MEET RESULTS

BOYS (top four advance to regionals) 400 – 5, Isaias Zarate (Burnet), 51.98 (personal record), 8, Hector Vega (Burnet), 54.21 800 – 1, Victor Aviles (Burnet), 1:59.28 1,600 – 1, Victor Aviles (Burnet), 4:30.34 3,200 – 1, Victor Aviles (Burnet), 9:44 300 hurdles – 8, Cason O’Hair (Burnet), 43.77 4x100 – 4, Burnet (Matthew Williams, Brody Danson, Braxton Ringstaff, Clay Lamb), 43.37 4x200 – 6, Burnet (Matthew Williams, Brody Danson, Lyndon Harycki, Clay Lamb), 1:33.20 4x400 – 7, Burnet (Isaias Zarate, Hector Vega, Jovanny Ramirez, Charles Edwards), 3:36 Long jump – 2, David Prather (Burnet), 20-9.75 Discus – 8, Nathan Torres (Burnet), 111-9 Shot put – 5, David Prather (Burnet), 40-11 GIRLS (top four advance to regionals) 200 – 8, Brooklynn Daniel (Burnet), 26.94 800 – 4, Asah Roy (Burnet), 2:29.44 100 hurdles – 6, Wrigley Mulhollan (Burnet), 16.56 (personal record), 7, Brooklynn Daniel (Burnet), 16.70 300 hurdles – 6, Wrigley Mulhollan (Burnet), 48.93 4x200 – 7, Burnet (Brooklynn Daniel, Cali Eason, Brogan Fox, Brianne Smith), 1:48.72 4x400 – 3, Burnet (Asah Roy, Cali Eason, Brianne Smith, Camryn Courtney), 4:07.83 High jump – 6, Brooklynn Daniel (Burnet), 5-0 Pole vault – 5, Lacie Lewis (Burnet), 8-0. 04/16/2025 03:27 AM

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