Author: Isaiah Elizondo

Community, Sports

Spring baseball just around the corner for the Corpus Christi Hooks

Isaiah Elizondo

The Corpus Christi Hooks begin their spring season on April 2. The Hooks will play a 138-game season with half of their games taking place at home in Whataburger Field, giving fans the opportunity to see the new era of talent for the Houston Astros. As a Double-A affiliate competing in the South Division of the Texas League, the Corpus Christi Hooks face competition across Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. Last season the Hooks finished last in their division with the worst record in the Texas League (48-89). Despite last season’s struggles, the organization remains optimistic under second-year manager Ricky Rivera.…

Sports

Coastal Bend Baseball: Champions Return, Newcomers Emerge for 2026 Season

Isaiah Elizondo

Spring baseball is just around the corner here in the Coastal Bend. From district rivalries to Whataburger Field showdowns, high school players and coaches are preparing for the challenges ahead of them, as their communities rally behind them. Teams from all around the area settle their disputes on the field for one common goal, bringing home a state championship The London Pirates, one of two teams from the area to take home a state championship trophy, look to continue that same mission as they head into 2026. Leading the pack are two Power 4 conference Division I commits, Christian Olivares…