The 2022-23 high school boys basketball season has been full of emotions on and off the court for Riverside boys basketball coach Javier Vela. Opened in the fall of 1961, Eastwood High School has established many lasting traditions which engage and inspire her students to excellence and achievement. This article is about the school in El Paso. Winter 2022-2023 . At homecoming, the traditional burning of the E elicits tears from graduating seniors as they reflect on their time as children in the Eastwood family. "We never backed down. Richlands head coach Tom Rife was captured on video jumping over the team's bench and confronting a male spectator during the final seconds of his team's 54-51 loss to Wise Central. "Our defense played lights out," Riverside coach Javier Vela said. "That's an amazing accomplishment. Eastwood Basketball Schedule Print OVERALL 15-9 0.63 Win % CONFERENCE 10-4 3rd Northern Buckeye HOME6-5 AWAY8-3 NEUTRAL1-1 PF1,269 PA1,283 STREAK1L Are you the coach? Watch Here https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=http://4ty.me/dioak8STREAMING! ", Added Morales: "The future is bright for our program. "We made some adjustments in the second half and we played hard and tough," Sanchez said. Riverside is headed to the regional quarterfinals for the first time since 1998. ", Added Guardado: "Coach Vela is tough, Michael is tough. Invite the Head Coach. Watch Later. 2023 www.elpasotimes.com. Eastwood High School Troopers won the Class 4A (now 6A) State Championship in basketball as the underdog of the state tourney, as of 2015 the feat has yet to be repeated by any other El Paso basketball team. "He had a belief in me and he's the main reason I have the job I have today. On Friday nights in the fall, the victory bells resounding peals echo through the neighborhood, calling Troopers home for football games. On Friday nights in the fall, the victory bells resounding peals echo through the neighborhood, calling Troopers home for football games. Many in the basketball community reflected on Pippen's decision to retire. Baseball Softball Track. There is one thing that I do feel very proud about, and that is my people. The Eastwood UIL Academic team structure is decentralized, with many coaches for various subjects including History, Current Events, Mathematics, Theatre, and Literature. Pippen's 2002 team came up a game shy of the "Sweet 16" of the 5A state basketball tournament, and finished the season 30-4. Otherbasketball coaches will be inducted into the El Paso Athletic Hall of Fame, but when Eastwood High School legend Gary Pippin takes his spot May 8, he will be one of a kind. On 12/12, the Eastwood varsity basketball team won their away non-conference game against Bowling Green (OH) by a score of 59-57. Pub. Ysleta ISD sent a press release regarding the retirement late Wednesday. We lose six seniors, who impacted this program and we learned a lot about our kids this year. "We're playing for them, we're here for them and we're going to fight for them. I'm very proud to be a Trooper and very excited to be part of the future of Eastwood basketball.". Congratulations to our Eastwood Robotics Team! Estimated $31.3K - $39.6K a year. Contact Laurie Ruch at 419-833-6411 Ext 104 or lruch@eastwoodschools.org with any questions. As of 2014 Eastwood High School is now in the UIL 6A division and the only 6A high school in the Ysleta Independent School District. . It is a shame to take this game away from them. 6 Sessions for Parents and Caregivers (Click for more info. Up above, the main hall is lined with the panoramic photos of every graduating class; eager young faces, full of anticipation and determination, stare earnestly out at the world they were about to enter. At homecoming, the traditional burning of the E elicits tears from graduating seniors as they reflect on their time as children in the Eastwood family. "I've been real fortunate here at Eastwood to be around a great program and I've had the chance to be around many great assistant coaches who have helped me so much.". On 1/31, the Eastwood varsity basketball team lost their home conference game against Rossford (OH) by a score of 58-30. Follow your favorite high school teams and players, Explore and purchase photos of your local teams, See top plays & highlights of the best high school sports. JV Girls and Boys Soccer vs. Americas (EHS- Boys at 6:00 PM/Girls at 7:30 PM) (Duty: Denicka Martine, JV Baseball at Montwood/Americas Tournament, Varsity Baseball at Midland Tournament of Champions, Varsity Softball Tournament @Fox Tournament, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Our daughter was one of them. Eastwood High School, "Home of El Paso's Finest," is located in the city of El Paso, Texas. What's that going to be at Pagosa Shopping Center? "He has a strong belief in his morals. Eastwood finishes with 28 wins, a District 1-6A title and a bi-district playoff win against San Angelo Central. yx-Frenship 9 1 28 4, x-Odessa High 6 4 21 13, SA Central 5 5 23 8, Midland High 5 5 19 11, Permian 5 5 18 12, Legacy 0 10 3 28, Wolfforth Frenship 89, Midland High 69; Odessa Permian 80, Legacy 56; Odessa High 50, San Angelo Central 48. Chapin girls basketball coach Jonathan Watters worked with Pippen for four seasons before taking over the Chapin girls program, where he is in his fifth season as the head coach of the Huskies. Who: Retired boys basketball coach at Eastwood. All Top Performers. But even more special, in this age of job-hopping and searching for greener pastures, Pippin did it all at Eastwood. Nine El Paso high school boys basketball teams remain in the UIL state basketball playoffs and all play on Friday. As an architectural designer, historic preservationist and environmentalist, I can expect failure in the years to come;our representatives are failing their citizens. HS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP: LHS falls to Eastwood in bi-district playoff. Jashaun Kinnard scored 22 points to lead the Matadors, Julian Moreno scored 20 and Jordan Diaz scored 10. Ruth Givens, Cross Country Head Coach. Upon entrance to the building, visitors and students are greeted by a life-sized wooden trooper, a saddle, boots, and saber, and a shining blue whistler cannon. "He's a great coach and he'll be missed. Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, its the only thing that ever has. Margaret Mead. He has also been a longtime government teacher at the school. Randall defeated Harmony Science Academy to set up the matchup. In Hobbs, N.M., Riverside defeated Midland Greenwood, 58-54. Eastwood outscored the Lady Rebels 15-5 in the final quarter. He devoted his life to Eastwood High School for more. The Rangers (23-10, 7-3) finished the season in second and will face Canyon West Plains in the bi-district round of the playoffs at a time, date and location to be announced. Posted: October 18, 2022. We got some good looks at the basket and took advantage. Andress boys basketball coach Jim Forbes, who has taken Riverside and Andress to the Final Four, had high praise for Pippen. High school basketball rankings as compiled by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches for the week of Nov. 25. In Andrews, Canyon High defeated Bowie, 63-23, to advance to the regional quarterfinals. The Lady Rebels (14-21) took a 15-14 lead late in the third quarter on a 3-pointer from Natalie Magallanes. In 2017-2018 both the TX FBLA State President and National FBLA VP were EHS Students. Bret Bloomquist may be reached at 546-6359; bbloomquist@elpasotimes.com; @bretbloomquist on Twitter. by Eastwood. No game;come on, UTEP, let's play ball. Midland therapists to bring attention to eating disorders, Midland Health offers maternal mental wellness program, MHS SOCCER ROUNDUP: Bulldogs get road win to improve to 15-0, HS GIRLS SOCCER: Lopez nets 2 goals to lead Permian past Legacy. Eastwood girls basketball coach Jennifer Rogers completed her first season as the varsity team and Pippen had an impact on her life. Get a digital subscription to the El Paso Times. "I'm sorry to see him go," Forbes aid. 2023 NFHS Network LLC NFHS Network is part of the CBS Sports Digital Network. The Hal and Peggy Moore Scholarship has been established to provide assistance to Eastwood High School graduates continuing their college education. On 12/27, the Eastwood varsity basketball team lost their home non-conference game against Archbold (OH) by a score of 62-59. ", MORE:New boys high school basketball coaches in the area will make for an interesting season. Eastwood High School is part of Ysleta Independent School District and has approximately 2161 students and 10 varsity sports. "This season meant so much to us. On 12/22, the Eastwood varsity basketball team won their away non-conference game against Maumee (OH) by a score of 59-49. Since the 1-9 start, the Rangers have turned the season around, won a District 2-4A title, a bi-district title against Irvin and on Friday night upended Midland Greenwood, 58-54, for an area title, the school's first since 1998 when Javier was the program's freshman coach. In Andrews, Canutillo lost, 50-32, to Amarillo High. See you there!! "From the start, coach Pippen helped me learn the ropes here at Eastwood," Rogers said. In the second half, the Eagles scored 28 points, including 13 from senior Kiki Salmon, who hit four 3-pointers. "He told me with the sophomore group and the freshmen group we had, we might have a chance to do something," Pippin recalls. He did an amazing job as a coach. Winter 2016-2017 Schedule Coaches Roster Summaries & Headlines News Photos Videos Camps Team Links Team Files. WOLFFORTH Midland High fell short in its bid to secure a playoff spot during a loss to District 2-6A champion Wolfforth Frenship during Tuesdays district finale. The school is in the process of massive construction project and part of that construction includes work on the gymnasium at the school. He taught his basketball players to be decent men who valued education and to act with respect for their teachers, their peers,and their families, and, most importantly, themselves.As a teacher, he set high goals for his students. El Paso high school sports results: Basketball, soccer, baseball, softball Eastwood High School basketball coach Gary Pippen retires after decades of memories, Mayor replaces leader of move to protect Northwest El Paso land on board with Rick Cabrera, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. In the area round win, Guardado scored 18 points, Dean scored 12, Joel Saenz and Derek Vasquez each scored 10. Pampas Berlin Bartlett led all scorers with 17. An Ysleta Independent School District Campus, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM I respectfully ask that the school board name that gym after him.If you are one of his ex-players, ex-students, ex-coaches, a friend or colleague, please let the Ysleta Independent School Districtknow that you see the great gifts that Gary has given to Eastwood and the community. On 11/25, the Eastwood varsity basketball team lost their home non-conference game against Ottawa-Glandorf (Ottawa, OH) by a score of 84-42. Jose Guardado played outstanding on both ends of the court.". This is what has made Eastwood El Pasos Finest and will sustain her for decades to come. [3][4] As a result of the reconstruction and decrease in capacity, Eastwood has seen a reduction in student population and will be realigned to compete in the 5-A U.I.L Division for 20182020.[5]. The new gym at Eastwood should be dedicated to Gary Pippen. On 12/29, the Eastwood varsity basketball team lost their away non-conference game against Bellevue (OH) by a score of 56-32. In Fort Stockton, Andress lost 75-67 to Lubbock Monterey. The Eagles employed the slow down offense in the first half and trailed 5-4 after the first quarter. This year, their hearts were broken. Longtime Eastwood High School basketball coach, Gary Pippen, has announced his retirement. Watch Later. If you have the full schedule, send it to MaxPreps. The team also drew inspiration from what the Vela family was experiencing. The Troopers will face Southlake Carroll in the area round. We want to keep this season going for a little while. Varsity Boys & Girls Soccer @Americas (Girls at 6:00/Boys at 7:30 PM), 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 3-ranked Lubbock Christian cruised past district rival Trinity during Tuesdays TAPPS 3A area playoff. 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