Sports

The Fort Stockton High School Tennis Team showcased their grit and determination at the recent two-day District meet held in Midland on April 24 and 25. The team put forth a strong effort, with several players advancing and earning welldeserved recognition.

Camiren Sexton wasn’t feeling just one thing leading up to the 6A to 4A Championship swim meet - he was a whirlwind of emotions. Determination fueled by months of grueling training swirled alongside nervous anticipation and laser focus. This freshman phenom had a goal in sight: to conquer the school record in the 50-yard backstroke.

The Fort Stockton Middle School Panthers wrapped up their season in style with a dominant 11-4 victory over the Van Horn Eagles last Thursday. Led by a no-hitter performance from pitcher Gilbert Hinostroza and a strong offensive showing, the Panthers capped off an undefeated season. Coach Luis Dominguez praised the team’s relentless effort and noted the bright future ahead for these young players.

A series of summer camps for Fort Stockton sports are scheduled to be held this summer beginning May 21 and concluding July 31. All camps are $40 each except swimming and strength and conditioning, which are $90 and $45 respectively.

The Fort Stockton Prowlers Softball Team put up a valiant fight in their recent Bi-District ‘Best of Three Series’ against the Canyon West Plains Wolves. The series, held April 25 and 26 at Seminole Softball Field, saw the Prowlers face tough competition and ultimately conclude their season.

Coach Colby Terrazas’s 5/6 grade Panther Travel Basketball Team came in undefeated in the Concho Valley Tournament in Ozona April 13 and came back to Fort Stockton with the Gold! The boys will compete in the Cinco de Mayo Shoot Out in Big Spring on May 5.

Fort Stockton’s young baseball and softball stars are back in action. The Recreation Department launched an impressive season these last two weeks, boasting 39 teams across eight divisions. With 460 players, 39 head coaches, and 120 coaches, all volunteers, community support is fueling this thrilling season.

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The stakes were high, the energy electric, as Fort Stockton’s Panthers and Prowlers athletes arrived at the 4A Region 1 Track Meet in Lubbock on April 19 and 20. This meet is the crucial steppingstone for those with dreams of competing at the Texas State Championships.

The Fort Stockton Natatorium was electric with excitement as the Middle School Blue Wave hosted the Jr. Comanche Swimming Invitational on April 19. The season-ending meet was a celebration of dedication and hardfought victories. The girls’ team splashed to a dominant first place overall finish, while the boys’ team secured a well-deserved second-place.