May 2024

The heart of summer fun is beating strong in Fort Stockton as the beloved Comanche Springs Pool opened its doors on May 21st, marking one of the earliest openings in recent years. The community’s response has been overwhelming, with swimmers of all ages flocking to the iconic pool in record numbers.

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The Fort Stockton Prowlers and Panthers athletic programs have hit the ground running this summer, hosting a series of successful sports camps with record-breaking participation. Athletic Director Jeremy Hickman expressed his enthusiasm about the community’s overwhelming support and the dedication shown by young athletes.

Under the lights of the outstanding newly constructed Cyclone Ballparks in Pecos, Texas, the Alpine Cowboys kicked off their 2024 Pecos League season with a resounding 21-0 victory over the newly established home team Pecos Bills. The game, played on a dusty and windy Tuesday evening, showcased the Cowboys’ offensive firepower and a stellar pitching performance by rookie Dieterich Guertzgen.

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Highschool Summer Camps open to incoming and current athletes Fort Stockton High School announced upcoming summer camps for 2024. The camp registration paperwork is available in the FSHS Athletics Office with Athletics Secretary Mimi Arriaga.

Isaiah Velasques – 1st Team SS Rylan Nunez – 1st Team Outfield Gerry Diaz - 1st Team Outfield Xzavaier Dominguez - 2nd Team First Base Julian Leyva - 2nd Team Third Base Corbin Luna - 2nd Team Outfield Gama Corral – Second Base Honorable Mention Jondrey Reyes – Utility Honorable Mention

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Fort Stockton Athletics are hosting a Strength and Conditioning Camp (SAC Camp) for all Panther and Prowler student athletes grades 6-12. The camp will run Monday through Wednesday with Thursdays acting as an open weight room/ gym.

Monday, May 31 we will honor those men and women who gave their lives while serving our country. So many died during the American Civil War in their memory flowers or wreaths were placed on the graves of loved ones and later to any soldier that had given their life while serving. May 30, 1886 was designated as the day to honor them but in 1971 the day was changed to the last Monday of May. We will celebrate it nationally by the placing of a wreath on the grave of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery in Washington DC. Small flags or red flowers can be placed on the graves or by the wearing of a red poppy to honor them. I hope we never forget the price they paid for the freedoms we enjoy.