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Warhorse Trystan LaFond to play in SA Sports All-Star Football Game Saturday

Devine High School student-athlete and football all-star Trystan LaFond takes a quick photo opportunity with his supportive parents Chris and Nicole LaFond.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
Devine senior linebacker Trystan LaFond is set to participate in the 48th Annual San Antonio Sports All-Star Game, which will take place this Saturday, January 10 inside the Alamodome, Sponsored by Valero, the event begins at 5:30pm and will air locally on CW SA.
LaFond bounced back in a big way from an early-season injury to help lead the Warhorses to their 24th consecutive playoff appearance as a program.
Former Head Coach Paul Gomez expressed admiration for LaFond’s growth and his well-earned recognition. Gomez noted LaFond’s commitment during the summer to increasing his explosiveness and speed, along with his dedication to film study that refined his technique at linebacker. This hard work became evident as LaFond made a seamless transition from defensive lineman to linebacker, adapting quickly to his new role.
Gomez emphasized that no player invested more effort into learning a new defensive position than LaFond. His game sense stood out, and in the opening three games before his injury, he accumulated tackles at a rate that could have set new records in the area, ranking among the leaders.
The prestige of the upcoming All-Star Game is highlighted by the fact that the 2024 edition featured 67 athletes who advanced to collegiate football. There will be 119 players on the field and sidelines once kickoff takes place.
LaFond will play for Team Blue, coached by Johnson High’s TP Miller, while Team White will be led by Southwest High’s Alex Franco.
The entire coaching staff is extremely proud of LaFond for representing both the program and the community, and there is strong confidence that Warhorse Nation will show enthusiastic support when he takes the field this Saturday inside the friendly confines of the Alamodome.

Freshman Horses fly past Owls 45-39

Freshman Warhorse Pheonix Snider positions himself to boxout his opponents during Devine’s game against Davenport. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The 9th grade Horses went 1-1 last week as they defeated Hondo 45-39, a win that took out some of the bad taste from their 74-46 setback against Davenport that started the week.
vs Hondo
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Mustangs eager to start District

Varsity Mustang #23 Ricardo De La O reaches for the ball during tip-off of Natalia’s game against Yorktown. Photo by Mable Byrd.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports editor
The varsity Mustangs have played their last tournament of the preseason and will be in district play when they return to the floor in 2026. Natalia battled fiercely but finished the tournament 2-3. Head coach Justin Welsh said the key for the Mustangs to stay consistent, is to stay locked in on the defensive side of the ball. 
“When things aren’t going our way, it’s easy to forget what our team is built around, and that’s the defensive end of the floor,” Welsh said. “We have guys who can score the basketball and I am confident that as the season goes on, those guys will help us find ways to win.”
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Lady Mustangs fall in nail biter against Cotulla

Varsity Lady Mustangs #10 Kaecey Vela guards up on the wing while #12 Kaylee Uvideo and #23 Arielle Villarreal standy ready at the help side defense during Natalia’s close game against Cotulla. Photo by Mable Byrd.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports editor
As the year comes to a close, the Lady Mustangs have begun their journey into district play taking on two tough opponents: Crystal City and Cotulla. Basketball is a game of runs and some runs last longer than others. The Lady Mustangs had a tough outing in their first two games, losing 25-85 against Crystal City then losing a nail biter against Cotulla 30-33. 
“They were both tough losses, but the girls never gave up and fought hard in both games. That’s tough to do when you’re getting beat by 30+ points for the majority of the game,” head coach Steven Spangler said. “However, these girls have a lot of heart and desire to do what they can.”
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Pirates earn second at RK Weilbacher classic

Varsity Pirate Chase Guevera sores for the layup on the fastbreak during Lytle’s game against YMLA. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports editor
The Lytle Pirates enter Christmas break with an overall record of 5-6 coming off successful outings in their game against St. Anthony’s and earning second place at the RK Weilbacher basketball classic in Kenedy Texas. The Pirates have one more tournament before the start of district play and look more connected on the court with each game.
Vs. St. Anthony
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Lady Pirates undefeated to start district!

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports editor
The Lytle Lady Pirates have started district play off with a bang, taking down Dilley in an epic fourth quarter comeback 34-32 then taking down Poteet in dominant fashion 39-29. The Lady Pirates currently sit atop the district standings only tied with Jourdanton who are also undefeated at the time of press.
Vs. Dilley
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Horses pre-district schedule has them prepped for run at 27-4A title

Varsity Warhorse Jordan Beaver looks to dish the ball to the corner in transition during Devine’s game against Davenport. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
Devine Head Coach Jacob Alegria and his Warhorse basketball team has faced the best competition possible in preparation for their equally-challenging District 27-4A gauntlet that tips off January 2 at Somerset.
This past week, even though a “W” did not register in the win column, Devine got better for their stretch run by continuing their pattern of playing fast, physical teams that only make them better overall.
vs Davenport
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Arabian hoops to regroup after Christmas

Varsity Arabian #5 Kylie Monreal and #14 Madi De La Garza catch their breath in between possesions during Devine’s game against La Vernia. Photh by Brigid Howard.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
A superbly played first half was unfortunately followed by what turned out to be a disastrous third quarter for Devine in their 27-4A opener in Pleasanton on December 19. The Arabians lost a tough one 49-43 to the Lady Eagles and dropped to 0-1 in district but look to use a nonconference game against Charlotte to regain their footing prior to their January 2 tilt in Somerset.
vs Sabinal
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