Four standout athletes from Southside High School—Alyssa Espinoza, Zoe Amador, Penelope Tirado, and Lorena Rosales—earned spots at the Region 5 Powerlifting Meet in Edinburg on Wednesday, February 26. At the competition, two of the athletes achieved top finishes, and three earned qualifications to compete at the State Powerlifting Meet on March 15 in Edinburg. Penelope Tirado secured 4th place in her class, while Lorena Rosales claimed 3rd. Additionally, Zoe Amador qualified for the prestigious State meet. Congratulations to these exceptional athletes!
District News
Southside High School Athlete Crissangel Avitua Commits to Our Lady of the Lake University
Southside High School athlete Crissangel Avitua caught the attention of Our Lady of the Lake University distance coach Jose Zarate, earning him a spot on the track team. To celebrate this achievement, Southside ISD hosted a signing ceremony on Wednesday, February 26th, where Avitua officially committed to OLLU. His dedication and hard work have paved the way for this exciting opportunity, making Southside proud. Congratulations to Crissangel on this next chapter in his athletic and academic journey!
Support the Lady Cardinals at the Area Playoff Game
Come out and support the Southside High School Lady Cardinals as they compete in the Area Playoffs on Friday, February 14th, at 8:00 p.m at Lehman High School.
Liberty Hill (Home) vs Southside (Visitors)
Date: Friday, February 14, 2025
Time: 8:00 P.M.
Site: Lehman High School
Address: 1700 Lehman Rd, Kyle, TX 78640
Map / Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/
Ticket Prices: Adults – $5.00 / Students $3.00
The link to purchase tickets: https://www.hayscisd.
Faculty with School ID Accepted – (only for the employee)
Senior Citizen Passes Accepted
UIL Cards Accepted
Lehman HS map for parking areas.
Lady Cardinals Playoff Game: Show Your Support on February 11!
Playoff Bound! The Lady Cardinals are set to face off against Sam Houston on Tuesday, February 11, at 6:00 p.m. at the Alamo Convocation Center. Don’t miss the action – come out and show your support!
New Southside High School Girls’ Leading Scorer
A huge congratulations to Gabryela Galvan for becoming Southside High School’s all-time leading scorer for the girls’ basketball team! Gabryela’s dedication and hard work have earned her this incredible milestone. What makes this achievement even more special is that Teresa Ortiz, the previous record-holder from the Class of 1998, was in attendance at the game on January 10th to join Gabryela in celebrating this momentous occasion. It’s a beautiful reminder of how Southside’s basketball legacy continues to inspire and uplift new generations of athletes.
We are so proud of both Gabryela and Teresa for their contributions to Southside High School’s rich sports history! Let’s continue to cheer on these amazing athletes as they leave their mark on the court and in the community.
Southside High School Varsity Girls Shine at Region IV Meet with Emarald Aguirre Earning State Championship Spot
On Tuesday, October 22, the Southside High School Varsity Girls Cross Country competed in the Region IV Regional Meet in Corpus Christi. Racing against a field of 183 runners SHS cross country team showcased their determination and resilience, finishing 18th out of 25 teams and outperforming several nearby competitors. A special congratulations to freshman, Emarald Aguirre, who placed 20th overall and earned her spot at the State Championship Meet on November 2nd at 10:45 a.m. in Round Rock, Texas.