Sanger Sports Corner

📣 SSC COACH’S SPOTLIGHT 📣

Our Summer Coach’s Spotlight Series continues as we recognize a coach who wears many hats and approaches each one with dedication, humility, and a true passion for serving student-athletes.

This week, we’re proud to feature Coach Toby Kloewer! 💜💛

Now entering his 13th year in education and 7th year at Sanger High School, Coach Kloewer serves as a Special Education Inclusion Teacher while coaching Middle School Volleyball, High School Powerlifting, and High School Golf. This year, he embraced new opportunities by taking on the challenge of leading our powerlifting and golf programs while returning to coach middle school volleyball.

Originally from a small town in Iowa, Coach Kloewer values the close-knit community that shaped him growing up. It’s that same small-town atmosphere that makes Sanger feel like home, and it’s one of the many reasons he loves being part of the Tribe.

Family is at the center of everything Coach Kloewer does. He and his wife, Emily, have two children. His daughter recently completed her freshman year of collegiate softball at Daytona State College, while his son, Everett, is a student-athlete at Sanger High School competing in football and baseball.

One of Coach Kloewer’s favorite things about Sanger is the incredible support from the community. As he says, seeing the entire town rally behind its schools and student-athletes is something truly special.

Thank you, Coach Kloewer, for your commitment to our students, your willingness to take on new challenges, and for making a difference every day in the classroom and in competition.

💜💛 For the Team. For the Town. For the Tribe.

🍔 YES… It’s Official! Whataburger is OPEN in Sanger! 🎉

The wait is finally over, Indian Nation!

We stopped by today to check it out, and we can officially confirm… Sanger’s Whataburger is OPEN for business! 🙌🍟🥤 The restaurant held its grand opening today, welcoming its first customers.

Whether you’re grabbing breakfast before work, lunch with friends, or that late-night Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit craving, Sanger now has its very own Whataburger.

Who’s already been? What did you order? 👇

Welcome to Sanger, Whataburger! 🧡🤍

📣 SSC COACH’S SPOTLIGHT 📣

Our Summer Coach’s Spotlight Series continues as we recognize a coach whose decades of leadership, faith, and commitment have made a lasting impact on generations of student-athletes.

This week, we’re honored to feature Coach Bobby “Bubba” Stastny! 💜💛

With 38 years in education and coaching, Coach Bubba has dedicated his career to investing in young people. Now entering his 4th year in Sanger ISD, he serves as a DAEP PE Teacher, Head Boys Basketball Coach, and High School Track Coach, helping shape student-athletes both in competition and in life.

Coach Bubba’s greatest pride, however, is his family. He and his high school sweetheart, Karla, are celebrating nearly 40 years of marriage this August. Together they’ve built a wonderful family that now includes children, grandchildren, and countless memories centered around faith and family.

When he’s not coaching, you’ll likely find him spending time with loved ones, or enjoying fishing, hunting, golfing, and tennis. Through it all, Coach Bubba remains grounded in his faith, giving all the glory and thanks to the Lord for the blessings in his life.

Thank you, Coach Bubba, for nearly four decades of leadership, mentorship, and service to student-athletes. Your passion for coaching, love for people, and unwavering faith continue to leave a lasting legacy.

💜💛 For the Lord. For the Team. For the Tribe.

🏐 SSC Sunday – Did You Know? 🏐

The Sanger Lady Indians have built one of the premier volleyball traditions in Texas, and it all starts with players who make everyone around them better.

This week’s SSC Sunday: Did You Know? highlights the Top 10 Season Assist Leaders and Top 10 Career Assist Leaders in program history. From Kenzie Turkoly’s incredible record-setting seasons to Sarah Dee and Kyla Sheriff continuing to climb the all-time charts, these athletes have helped define what team-first volleyball looks like in Sanger.

Over the next few Sundays, we’ll be sharing more fun facts, records, and milestones from the rich history of Sanger Lady Indians Volleyball as we count down to the start of the 2026 season.

⏳ Only 23 days until the Lady Indians open the season on August 11!

Who’s ready for another exciting year of Sanger Volleyball?

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🎓 ATTENTION SANGER PARENTS! 🎓

Have you been enjoying the Coach Spotlight series we’ve been sharing all summer? The response has been incredible, and now we’re excited to offer something special for the Class of 2027!

🌟 Introducing SSC Senior Spotlights! 🌟

In partnership with McDorman Signs, we’re giving you the opportunity to celebrate your senior with a custom spotlight that includes:

✅ A professionally designed Senior Spotlight graphic
✅ A feature on the Sanger Sports Corner page, reaching thousands of local fans, friends, classmates, teachers, and family members
✅ An 18” x 24” full-color yard sign to proudly display at your home

💜 Early Bird Special: Just a $125 donation if received by Sunday, August 16.
💛 After August 16, the donation is $150.

Does my senior have to be an athlete?

Absolutely not!

These Senior Spotlights are available for any member of the Sanger High School Class of 2027. Whether they’re involved in athletics, band, cheer, FFA, fine arts, academics, student leadership, or simply an amazing Sanger Indian, we’d love to help celebrate them!

📅 Choose the date you’d like your spotlight to be shared!
We will post one Senior Spotlight per day, so dates will be reserved on a first come, first served basis.

Getting started is easy!

📩 Message Sanger Sports Corner on Facebook, and we’ll send you:
✔️ The donation link
✔️ A short bio form for your senior
✔️ Instructions for submitting your favorite photo

Once we have those items, we’ll take care of the rest—designing your custom spotlight, scheduling your feature, and ordering your yard sign.

Let’s celebrate the incredible Class of 2027 and give these seniors the recognition they’ve earned!

For the Town. For the Team. For the Tribe. 💜💛

Love our school district and the time and energy they put into our kids. It’s the little things that make the difference. And taking the time to recognize some of our amazing community businesses is huge little thing! 💜💛

📣 SSC COACH’S SPOTLIGHT 📣

Our Summer Coach’s Spotlight Series continues with a coach whose journey has truly come full circle.

This week, we’re proud to feature Coach Nicholas Sparks! 💜💛

Originally from Denison, Coach Sparks began his football journey as a ball boy for Coach Chad Rogers, later played for him, and now has the opportunity to coach alongside him. It’s a great reminder that the relationships built through athletics can come full circle and leave a lasting impact.

Now entering his 5th year in education and coaching and his 3rd year in Sanger, Coach Sparks serves as an assistant coach in both football and baseball, working with the wide receivers on the gridiron and outfielders on the diamond.

His energy, enthusiasm, and passion for developing young athletes make him an outstanding role model for the next generation of Indians. Whether it’s Friday nights under the lights or spring afternoons on the baseball field, Coach Sparks is committed to helping student-athletes grow both as competitors and as young men.

And congratulations are also in order to Coach Sparks and his wife, Coach Ashley Hedrick, on their recent marriage! We wish them nothing but the best as they continue serving the Sanger community together.

As the graphic says…
“Once a Ball Boy, Always a Coach.” 💜💛

Thank you, Coach Sparks, for everything you do for the Tribe!

For the Town. For the Team. For the Tribe.

🏈 SANGER FOOTBALL FAMILIES — SAVE THIS SCHEDULE! 🟣🟡

On behalf of the Sanger High School and Sanger Middle School football coaching staffs, we’re sharing the football workout and preparation schedule for the next couple of weeks.

This graphic includes important information for both middle school and high school football players, including:
✅ Workout schedules
✅ Position and character sessions
✅ Parent meeting times
✅ Equipment, paperwork, and locker room check dates
✅ Freshman Orientation adjustments
✅ First day of football practice information

Please take a few minutes to review the schedule carefully and make note of the dates and times that apply to your athlete.

📣 A reminder from the coaching staff: All season information will be covered at the parent meetings, and future communication will be sent through ParentSquare. SportsYou teams will be deleted, so be sure you’re connected to ParentSquare before the season begins.

Let’s get ready for another great year of Sanger Football!

Win the Moment. Attack the Challenge. Raise the Standard.

🏈 FOOTBALL IS ALMOST BACK IN SANGER! 🟣🟡

On behalf of the Sanger High School and Sanger Middle School football coaching staffs, we’re excited to share the 2026 Sanger Football Schedule along with the important dates leading up to the season!

Whether you’re a returning football family or joining the Tribe for the first time, be sure to save these graphics so you don’t miss any of the key events:
🏋️ Strength & Conditioning
👨‍👩‍👦 Parent Meetings
📸 Picture Day
🏈 Scrimmages
🎉 Meet the Tribe
📅 Complete schedules for Varsity, JV, 9th Grade, 8th Grade, and 7th Grade

The countdown is on, and another exciting season of Sanger Football is just around the corner. We can’t wait to see our student-athletes back on the field representing the Purple & Gold.

Please help us spread the word by sharing these graphics with your family and friends.

Win the Moment. Attack the Challenge. Raise the Standard.

📣 SSC COACH’S SPOTLIGHT 📣

Our Summer Coach’s Spotlight Series continues as we recognize a coach whose experience, leadership, and servant’s heart have impacted students and athletes across Texas for more than two decades.

This week, we’re proud to shine the spotlight on Coach Julie Armstrong! 💜💛

Beginning her 24th year in education and 2nd year at Sanger Middle School, Coach Julie brings an incredible wealth of experience to the Tribe. From teaching English, Mathematics, and Physical Education to serving as a guidance counselor and campus principal, her career has been centered on helping students succeed. She now pours that same passion into the classroom as a Math Teacher while assisting with volleyball, basketball, and track at the middle school.

Coach Julie’s coaching background spans every level of volleyball, basketball, track, and tennis, and her commitment to developing young people extends well beyond athletics. Her strong faith, leadership, and dedication to serving others are evident in everything she does.

She and her husband, Coach Chris Armstrong, have been married for nearly 17 years, and together with their daughters, Collins and Abigail, have embraced the Sanger community as their home.

As Coach Julie shares in her spotlight, her favorite verse is:

“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men… You are serving the Lord Christ.” — Colossians 3:23-24

Thank you, Coach Julie, for the wisdom, encouragement, and leadership you bring to our students, athletes, and community every day. We’re blessed to have you as part of the Tribe!

💜💛 For the Town. For the Team. For the Tribe.