Sports

Fort Stockton ISD Athletics is gearing up for a packed summer of training, skill-building, and fun with the return of its annual Strength and Conditioning program alongside a wide variety of sports camps for students of all ages. With camps beginning as early as June 2, student-athletes will have several opportunities to improve their fitness, refine their skills, and stay active throughout the summer.

The Fort Stockton Panther Tennis Team wrapped up their postseason play this past weekend at the UIL Regional Tournament held May 9–10 in Lubbock. Despite drawing some of the toughest opponents in the bracket, the Panthers showed grit and determination on the court, representing Fort Stockton with pride in both boys doubles and girls singles competition.

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Parents, student-athletes, coaches, and community leaders gathered in the Fort Stockton High School commons area on Monday, May 12, to meet DJ Howell, the newly appointed Athletic Director for Fort Stockton ISD.

Sul Ross State University Rodeo Coach C.J. Aragon will be inducted into the Idaho Rodeo Hall of Fame in October A native of Idaho, Aragon came to SRSU in Fall 2018. When he arrived, there were seven rodeo athletes on the team compared to more than 50 now.

Burgers sizzled on the grill and kids cannonballed into the pool as Fort Stockton ISD celebrated another year of athletic excellence with a splash—literally. For the third year in a row, the Fort Stockton Athletics Booster Club traded in the formal banquet hall for sun, water, and family fun at the Comanche Springs Swimming Pool during the annual Spring Fling Sports Awards on Tuesday, May 6.

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The Fort Stockton Middle School golf team wrapped up their season on Saturday, May 3, in Andrews with smiles, progress, and plenty to be proud of. Led by Coach Enissa Sanchez, the Panthers and Prowlers spent the season sharpening their swings, strengthening their mental game, and representing Fort Stockton with heart on courses across the region.

The Fort Stockton High School Panther Baseball Team wrapped up their 2024 season over the weekend with a valiant effort in the Bi-District round of the playoffs. Taking on the Canyon Randall Raiders in a best-ofthree series held in Lamesa, the Panthers gave it their all, but ultimately fell short in back-to-back games on Friday and Saturday.

The echoes of cheers, the rhythm of marching bands, the pounding of cleats on turf, and the collective roar of Panther fans under the Friday night lights — these are the memories woven into every beam and bleacher of Panther Stadium. But now, as of Monday, May 6, those echoes begin a new chapter.