Sunday, May 19, 2013

Latest local news, weather, high school sports in the Rio Grande Valley

Valley Central
Our Team
Clay Williams
Sports Director


Clay Williams came to the Valley after stops in Boston, Baltimore, Sherman, Texas, and Dallas, but was raised several miles north on Highway 83.

Several hundred miles actually, right on the border between the Texas and Oklahoma panhandles.

Outfitted in a set of Dallas Cowboys pajamas at the age of three, Clay owes his first sports allegiance to America's Team, with the Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins, Oklahoma State Cowboys, Boston College Eagles and Maryland Terrapins also figuring into the mix.

But when it comes to his position as Sports Director at Action 4, Clay's passion with local sports, whether it be football, basketball, baseball, wrestling, tennis or golf on the high school or college level, or other sports like boxing pro hockey, auto racing, even kite boarding.

No matter the competition, Clay is enthusiastic about bring the story to Valley residents.

Clay is married and lives in Harlingen. He and his wife Jennifer have a little girl - Jessica Elizabeth.

Recent Posts by Clay Williams

Clay's Clincher-Eagles Stay The Course With Castillo   

Port Isabel native Juan Castillo is keeping his job with the Philadelphia Eagles despite howling protests from Philly fans and Philly media. But the decision to keep the former Tarpon and Javelina around shouldn't surprise anybody.

Clay's Clincher-Heisman Winner Wears Funny Socks To Press Conference   

After wearing Superman socks to the Heisman Trophy ceremony, Baylor quarterback Robert Griffin III continued his sartorial splendor by donning Barney the Dinosaur socks when announcing his departure from Baylor and early entry into the 2012 NFL draft.

Clay's Clincher-Rockets Pick Sent Down To A Different Vipers Situation   

The Houston Rockets have decided to give their first round draft pick, Marcus Morris of Kansas, some more playing time by sending him down to the D-League. But how much playing time will Morris get with coach Nick Nurse's approach to the game?

More posts »

Recent Stories by Clay Williams

San Benito Uses Walk-Off Bunt To Advance Past O'Connor   

In the amazing final play of a one-game playoff, The 7th-ranked Lady Hounds of San Benito beat number 2 in the state San Antonio O'Connor 3-2 to advance to the Elite Eight for the 2nd time in 3 seasons.

Valley HS Baseball Playoffs Schedule   

Three Valley baseball squads are currently alive in the UIL playoffs. Here are the latest schedules for the postseason.

Valley HS Softball Playoffs Schedule   

Two Valley softball squads are currently alive in the UIL playoffs. Here are the latest schedules for the postseason.

More stories »

Follow Valley Central
Get news and weather notifications on your phone by downloading the iPhone or Android app below
Sign up to get alerts and updates for breaking news, severe weather, and deals:
submit
ADVERTISEMENT
Special Features
Weather Sketchers
Hey kids! Submit your drawing for the Action 4 News "Weather Sketchers" program.
Action 4 Listens
Send a news tip or share a concern with Action 4 News
Hurricane Page
Action 4 News has placed all our Hurricane Season videos, maps, stories and resources on one page.
RGV Diabetes Page
News, information and resources about the diabetes epidemic in the Rio Grande Valley.