Sports

Fort Stockton Athletics hosted a ceremony on Thursday, May 16 at the Fort Stockton Middle School Blue Gymnasium. The ceremony commemorated and honored the late Donavyn Vaughn by renaming the gymnasium in his honor.

Fort Stockton Athletics will host 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. Each day, the workouts will be at the Fort Stockton High School Football Field and/or the HPE. The first workout session takes place from 7-8:30 a.m. for 9th-12th graders, while the second session takes place from 9:3010:30 a.m. for 6th-8th graders. Lastly, the weight room will be available for use each Thursday from 8-10 a.m. at the HPE.

Senior Sunset.

An end of athletic competition for 2023-24 seasons, on Tuesday, May 7, the Fort Stockton Athletics Department hosted the annual Spring Fling for all athletic teams. The Spring Fling gathering is a time for student athletes to unwind at the end of their competitive seasons, while also allowing each program to be recognized for their accomplishments.

Iraan-Sheffield Independent School District is riding a wave of athletic success, with their Braves teams making significant strides in basketball, golf, and track. Athletic Director Berry Bowman recently expressed his appreciation for the Fort Stockton Pioneer’s coverage of the school’s sports programs, highlighting the dedication and hard work of the student-athletes, coaches, and community members who have contributed to this remarkable year.

The final chapter of the Fort Stockton Middle School golf season closed with a flourish at the recent Monahans tournament. Both the Panthers and Prowlers turned in their most impressive performances of the year, demonstrating remarkable progress and exciting potential.

The Lone Star State’s capital recently witnessed the outstanding athleticism of two Fort Stockton athletes as they represented their school at the prestigious University Interscholastic League (UIL) 4A State Track Meet. Senior Alissandra Jackson of the Prowlers and Sophomore Eduardo Hernandez of the Panthers showcased their talent and determination on the biggest stage.

The Fort Stockton Varsity Panther baseball team put up a valiant fight in their recent Bi-District playoff series against the Canyon Randall Raiders. Despite falling short in a thrilling three-game contest, the Panthers showcased both offensive firepower and defensive resilience in a memorable postseason battle.

The 7th Grade Girls Team receive a plaque recognizing a points calculation adjustment that resulted in their victory in the 7th Grade Girls Division at the recent Wink Invitational..

The National Park Service has selected a new superintendent for Big Bend National Park. Anjna O’Connor will be the new park superintendent and she will begin her new assignment on May 19. According to Deputy Regional Director Lance Hatten, “Anjna has a record of success that demonstrates her superior ability to build coalitions with local, state, and federal partners.” “In Texas, she has well-established relationships with student groups, emergency service providers, and advocates for outdoor recreation. Anjna’s ability to forge and maintain strong partnerships while leading a complex land management organization will be a real asset for Big Bend National Park,” Hatten added.