Rick’s Sports Corner: Mike Delaney’s Words Carried Gravitas
By Rick AssadWhen Mike Delaney was positioned in the dugout, he was often soft spoken and under control,...
Rick’s Sports Corner: Randy Simmrin Was Football Standout, Keen Learner
By Rick AssadFor Randy Simmrin, playing football for the Burbank Vikings, Burroughs High, USC and later professionally delivered...
Rick’s Sports Corner: Golden State Versus Lone Star State
By Rick AssadHigh school football in Texas isn't just something to attend on Friday night. It's bigger than...
Rick’s Sports Corner: Success Follows Burbank High’s Katie Hooper
By Rick AssadKatie Hooper not only played three sports, but was highly decorated while doing so.
Rick’s Sports Corner: High School Basketball Through The Decades
The common thread is that there are important life lessons learned by playing prep hoops.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Hector Rodriguez Loves Baseball, Coaching
Former Burbank High catcher played college and professional baseball and is now coaching the game he loves to youngsters.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Keith Knoop Wears Numerous Hats
Former prep and college football standout returned to Burroughs High where he coached the football team for 19 years and brought the Indians back to prominence.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Burbank High’s Adam Colman, Winner, Culture Builder
Onetime standout quarterback returns to his alma mater and finds success and a sense of purpose.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Jessie Virtue, Defensive Stalwart Gains Confidence
Burroughs High senior soccer player looks to cap career with spectacular season.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Burbank High’s Bob Hart, Coach, Teacher, Integrity
Longtime baseball mentor has turned the Bulldogs into a respectable program.








