Sports

The Alpine Cowboys made a strong statement last week, sweeping the visiting Roswell Invaders in three straight games at Kokernot Field to improve to 25-22 on the season and surge back above .500 just in time for the final stretch.

After a summer of long drives, late-night practices, and relentless commitment, Fort Stockton’s own Landon Bernal is now a national champion. Bernal and her teammates from the Texas Bombers Gold National 12U fastpitch softball team captured the Alliance Fastpitch Championship Series (AFCS) 12U Tier 2 National Title on July 21 in Kokomo and Westfield, Indiana.

With football season on the horizon, community members have raised questions about the state of construction at Panther Stadium and the impact on this year’s home games. Despite widespread concerns that all games would be played away, Fort Stockton ISD has confirmed that home games will, in fact, be played here in Fort Stockton.

In 2022, Fort Stockton’s own Hector Jimenez stood among an elite group of just 2,000 athletes invited to compete in the Spartan Trifecta World Championship in Greece. Held in November across the historic and rugged terrain of ancient Sparta, the three-day event challenged athletes with increasing levels of difficulty.

The Alpine Cowboys battled through a rollercoaster six-game series against the Pecos Bills last week, splitting the action 3-3 in a string of thrilling matchups that featured powerful bats, standout pitching performances, and some clutch late-inning drama. The action kicked off Tuesday at historic Kokernot Field, where the Cowboys edged out the Bills 12-11 in a high-scoring thriller.

This summer, Fort Stockton ISD hosted a series of youth sports camps that brought Panther spirit and athletic energy to the field, court, and green. From football to basketball to golf, the district’s coaches and staff created a fun and focused environment where young athletes could sharpen their skills and build confidence.

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