IYAA Homecoming 2012 proved to be a fun time for all with all three Italy squads getting wins!

Italy’s Junior High and JV teams win 2-of-3 against Itasca this past Thursday.

More action photos from last Thursday’s Junior High and JV district openers in Itasca.

The Italy Gladiators win big in their 1A-1 Region II District 6 opener against the Itasca Wampus Cats.

Italy manages to win the first half against Hico but turnovers prove to costly for Gladiators.

Italy vs. Malakoff Cross Roads games and times submitted by Gladiator head coach Hank Hollywood.

Mayor Frank Jackson and the Italy City Council named Misty Escamilla and Michele Riddle co-recipients of the Volunteers of the Year Award for the Italy Youth Athletic Association. The presentation was made at the council’s annual IYAA proclamation reception Monday evening in council chambers.

Italy’s Junior High squads play hard but struggle to reach the end zone against Hico while Italy’s JV team strides of the field with a hard-hitting win.

Additional game images from the Junior High and JV games between Italy and Hico this Past Thursday at Willis Field.

Game Information regarding all four games being played this week between the Italy Football program and the Itasca Wampus Cats.

Italy Gladiator AD and HFC Hank Hollywood has submitted football schedules and gate information regarding the upcoming games against Hico.

The Lady Gladiators get a big win over Frost while the JV squad has their district winning streak come to an end.

Hubbard gets the best of Italy but the Gladiators are reloading for Hico.

Italy’s Junior High volleyball teams display their skills for the home fans against visiting Milford.

Italy’s Junior High Gladiators shutout Hubbard and improve their record to 1-1.

Italy’s JV Gladiators light up the scoreboard in Hubbard to win by 42-points.

The varsity and JV Gladiators have a bye week while both Junior High teams prepare for Thursday battles against the Kerens Bobcats.

Melissa Fullmer loves kids and loves sports. These two thing are her life. So what better position for her than being a Physical Ed teacher for Stafford Elementary and head girls basketball coach for Italy High School?

Local residents, Sam Nance and Clay Riddle, were recognized at Texas Royal Ambassadors and Challengers Mission Rally this past Saturday, September 15, 2012.

The Gladiators drop a close one to Sunnyvale but expect to return to the win column against Hubbard tonight in Italy.

Pictures from last Friday night’s matchup between Italy and Sunnyvale.

Italy’s Junior High teams see first game action while the JV Gladiators drop a thriller against Sunnyvale.

The Lady Gladiators improve to 2-2 in district and Italy’s JV volleyball ladies remain undefeated after matches against Avalon.

Included are photographs from the volleyball matchup between Italy and Avalon with the Lady Gladiators getting the win at home inside the dome!

Game times and ticket information regarding Italy’s JV and Varsity football games versus Hubbard.

The IYAA football players and cheerleaders were impressive during opening day against the Mildred Eagles.

Italy’s JV Gladiators suffer first loss at the paws of the Malakoff JV Tigers but hope to regroup today against Sunnyvale.

The Gladiators start fast against Malakoff during the inaugural Dale Hansen Football Classic but the Tigers finish strong to get the win.

The Gladiators show big play ability against the Malakoff Tigers during the Dale Hansen Football Classic.

Enjoy bonus photos from the Dale Hansen Football Classic matchup between the Italy Gladiators and the Malakoff Tigers.

The Italy JV Gladiators make an opening season statement after their shutout win over Maypearl.

Gladiator vs. Tigers tomorrow in Waxahachie as part of the inaugural Dale Hansen Football Classic.

Dale Hansen Football Classic pre-sale tickets are currently available at the Italy High School Administration Office. Pre-Sales run thru Thursday, September 6 at 4:00pm.

District passes, senior passes and all others will NOT be accepted.

Lights! Camera! Action! The Italy Gladiators make AD/HFC Hank Hollywood’s debut a success after pummeling the Panthers.

Additional images from Italy’s Friday night win against the Maypearl Panthers to open the 2012 season.

The Italy Gladiators rise to the challenge against 3A Waco Reicher and are ready for the Panthers tonight in Maypearl!

The Italy JV Gladiators give another strong showing in Waco during their second scrimmage.

Reserve your seat at Willis Field for the upcoming football season!

Gladiator AD/Head Football Coach Hank Hollywood is supplying fans with game information regarding the season openers between the Italy Varsity and JV teams vs the Maypearl Panthers.

Lady Gladiator Volleyball JV and varsity teams held a successful car wash on Saturday to raise money for the program.

Lady Gladiators current and past participate in the 2012 Alumni Game inside the Italy Coliseum dome.

The Lady Gladiator Volleyball team will have a full day of it on Saturday, August 25. Volleyball at 11am and a carwash fundraiser from 9am until 3:30pm! Please support these hard working ladies!

The Lady Gladiators take 4th Place after a two day long Hubbard Volleyball Tournament.

Photos of the Lady Gladiator Volleyball Team during practice and from the Hubbard tournament.

The Gladiator Athletic Booster Club has authentic Italy Gladiator Football jerseys for sale as well as vehicle decals and football caps.

Despite learning a new system, the Italy Gladiators give strong showing on both sides of ball during their first scrimmage against Valley Mills.