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Pirates overcome Kennedy in Quadruple OT thriller

The Varsity Pirates huddle around head coach Arturo Vela as he draws up a play. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports Editor
‘Tis the giving season as the varsity Pirates basketball team gifted their home crowd a total of four extra quarters of basketball, taking down John F. Kennedy 84-80…LOGIN TO CONTINUE READING at www.devinenewsmembers.com. You will get instant access to our full E-edition, and begin getting the newspaper delivered to your home next week for $36 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!

The Lady Pirates lose nail biter to Ro-Hawks

Varsity Lady Pirate #21 Lilliana Gallegos soars back in for the put back during an intense game against Eagle Pass. Photo by Lori Wilson.

Sports Editor
The Varsity Lady Pirates are now 2-9 on the season with district play looming. In their last two contests, Lytle lost a close game against Randolph and then fell in an intense game against Eagle pass. However, no matter the situation, the Lady Pirates remained steadfast in their commitment to playing hard and competing until the final buzzer.
On Dec. 2, the Lady Pirates took on the Randolph Ro-Hawks but after battling back from being down 23-12 at the half, couldn’t overcome the deficit and fell 38-39. Head Coach Lori Wilson said…LOGIN TO CONTINUE READING at www.devinenewsmembers.com. You will get instant access to our full E-edition, and begin getting the newspaper delivered to your home next week for $36 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!

9th Horses smoke Bandera 77-29

Freshman Warhorse #24 Bryan Martinez prepares to boxout for the rebound during Devine’s game against Highlands. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The horses darted out to a 19-6 first quarter lead before going on to their lopsided 77-29 win over Bandera. Devine scored in double figures in each of the four quarters including a third-quarter high of 24 points, while the Bulldogs highest output in any period was 11 in the second.
Nate Valle, CesarTroy Vidaurri, and Jack Bandel each hit double figures while…LOGIN TO CONTINUE READING at www.devinenewsmembers.com. You will get instant access to our full E-edition, and begin getting the newspaper delivered to your home next week for $36 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!

Horses are hoopin’, spreading the wealth

Varsity Warhorse #2 Ray’sean Beaver looks to beat his defender off the dribble to penetrate the defense during Devine’s win over Highlands. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
Devine was simply en fuego from the floor the last two ball games as they rung up 154 points in their victories over Laredo Martin and Jourdanton. The Horses gave Tony and the rest of the Tigers all they could handle winning easily 83-67 then smoked the Indians 71-37 this past Saturday, a game in which each player got at least a two-point mark by their name in the scorebook.
The Horses hit the pavement this weekend as they compete in the Cypress Christian Tournament.
vs Laredo Martin
In a growing trend of playing teams Devine players and there fans are not used to seeing is Coach Alegria getting Laredo Martin to travel to Sessions Court to take on the Warhorses prior to Thanksgiving.
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Arabian hoops hits Navarro Tournament

Back row left to right: Coach Julie Orapeza, Kyrie DuBose, Kenadi Marek, Kallie Bedford, Maddie Hester, Payton Appling, Lilly Owen. Front Row left-right: Greeley Malone, Caroline Suhr, Karsyn DeLeon, Aaliyah Moralez, Maddie DeLaGarza.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The Devine Arabians look to continue their recent winning ways as they travel to Navarro for their annual tournament this weekend as they take on Great Hearts Northern Oaks and San Antonio Southside on December 4 then play St. Mary’s Hall on December 5 before advancing out of pool play and into bracket competition.
Below is the known tournament information as well as the confirmed scores and point scorers for the Arabians…LOGIN TO CONTINUE READING at www.devinenewsmembers.com. You will get instant access to our full E-edition, and begin getting the newspaper delivered to your home next week for $36 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!

Lady Pirates wrangle Mustangs

Varsity Lady Pirate Aliana Cardenas drives into the lane during Lytles win over Nixon-Smiley.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports Editor
The varsity Lady Pirates have continued to accumulate experience and cultivate their skills as the season goes on. Head coach Lori Wilson said the Southside tournament was a great learning experience for the team and they got to build valuable chemistry before heading into Thanksgiving break. 
Wilson has been impressed with how the Lady Pirates…LOGIN TO CONTINUE READING at www.devinenewsmembers.com. You will get instant access to our full E-edition, and begin getting the newspaper delivered to your home next week for $36 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!

Pirates raring to hit the hardwood

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports Editor
The varsity Pirates will host John F. Kennedy High School Tuesday, Dec. 2 for their first game out of Thanksgiving break. Head coach Arturo Vela said he is excited for this game and believes Lytle…LOGIN TO CONTINUE READING at www.devinenewsmembers.com. You will get instant access to our full E-edition, and begin getting the newspaper delivered to your home next week for $36 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!

Natalia Classic tournament on the horizon for Lady Mustangs

The varsity Lady Mustang bench getting hyped after a big play during Natalia’s first home game of the season against George West High School. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports Editor
Coming out of Thanksgiving break, the Lady Mustangs’ record is 3-8 with a packed schedule ahead of them. Starting on Thursday Dec. 4, the Natalia Classic tournament will begin and the Lady Mustangs will play five games over a three day span. Head coach Steven Spangler said this is a good opportunity for the squad to try new things, stating that “sometimes you just have to play games to see how things are working.”
“They have to be able to adjust on the fly when something isn’t working and push ahead when it is,” Spangler said. “I’m hoping that we can use this tournament to figure out what’s going to work for us scoring wise.”
Spangler said the Lady Mustangs have had some scoring.
“Our defense is doing pretty well, but we have to match that on the offensive side of the ball,” Spangler said. “We have to improve in that area if we want to be competitive in district.” 
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Mustangs eager to get back on the court

Varsity Mustang #4 Peyton Alderete reads the defense at the top of the key against Sabinal High School. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports Editor
The Natalia boys varsity team are back from Thanksgiving break and ready to get back on the court. The Mustangs’(1-2) next matchup will be against McCullen County(6-1) and head coach Justin Welsh is relishing the challenge of taking on a tough team that is well-coached and has a rich history. 
“We want to come out focused, compete on every possession and use this game to prepare us for district play,” Welsh said.
Early in a season, it’s important to establish winning habits. Winning habits are…LOGIN TO CONTINUE READING at www.devinenewsmembers.com. You will get instant access to our full E-edition, and begin getting the newspaper delivered to your home next week for $36 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!