Battling for the ball

Lying on the floor, Port Aransas High School Lady Marlins JV player Jordan Butterfield protects the ball from the reach of players from Orange Grove High School during the PAHS Lady Marlins JV Tournament on Saturday, Nov. 10. In the background is PAHS player Savanna Nixon. Basketball season kicks into full swing this week with the opening of the Marlin Classic today. See Pages 8 and 9A for full color coverage.