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Horses bushwack Cats 28-20

Varsity Warhorse #20 Brayden Mann wraps up the rusher, stopping him from progressing further up field. Mann tallied six total stops in Devine’s game against Carizzo Springs. Photo by Brigid Howard.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
Devine was twice ready to run away with a victory over visiting Carrizo Springs last Friday as they took an early 14-0 lead and a late 28-14 advantage at Warhorse Stadium.
However, things got a little hairy on each occasion as the Cats shaved multiple 14-point deficits down, but the Warhorses buckled down to pull out the 28-20 victory.
Devine wasted little time getting on the scoreboard, striking early in the first quarter when quarterback Karter Brown…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!

With two district games remaining, Arabians sharpen play for state playoffs

Varsity Arabians Brooke DuBose, Emma McIver, Kynedie Cruz and Peyton Dixon-Davis in between rallies during a thrilling match against somerset. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
What started off rough finished with a little polish as Devine bounced back from a Tuesday loss to Uvalde with a strong, hard-fought win at home against Carrizo Springs on Friday.
The Arabians were not at their best in losing to the Lobos in four sets but staved off furious Lady Cat rallies to take down Carrizo Springs in straight sets.
vs Carrizo Springs
Devine held tough throughout their three game set against the visiting Lady Wildcats. Although the Arabians prevailed, set scores of 26-24, 25-22, and 25-22 kept the intensity level high and the crowd thoroughly entertained.
Carrizo Springs got the first point in the first set, but…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!

Mustang Volleyball looks to finish strong 

Varsity Lady Mustang #14 Jayden Mello sends the spike over the net while the rest of varsity stands ready to recover just in case. Photo by Mable Byrd.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports writer
The Natalia varsity Lady Mustangs have been battling all season, facing tough opponents and staying afloat in the district standings by raising their level of play to meet the challenge that their competition presents. The Lady Mustangs have an…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!

Lytle Volleyball catch-up

Varsity Lady Pirate #9 Madison Hernandez skies for the spike against Hondo. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports writer
The Varsity Lytle Lady Pirates have been battling all season, pushing through adversity and done their best to stay competitive in a tough district. Lytle has had some tough battles and but remain…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 will take on the Owls this Friday

The Varsity Pirates swarm the ball in a tough match against the Poteet Aggies. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports writer
The Varsity Lytle Pirates fall to the Poteet Aggies after a grueling physically and mentally taxing game against the Poteet Aggies 13-0. The Pirates currently sit at an overall record of 3-3 and sit fourth in the district standings.
Head coach Mike Trevino said the Pirates had moments of great play and execution but too many mistakes can add up and ultimately leave you coming up short in the end.
The game was…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!

Warhorse XC Regional Bound

The Warhorse Cross Country team qualified for regionals by taking second at district!

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
Devine Cross Country runners Uriah Velasquez, Zach Guerra, Ryan Botello, Brody Lane, Shawn Lowe, Jesus Cisneros, and Zane Fritz have the opportunity to race for state as they qualified for the Regional Meet in Corpus Christi on October 21.
The Warhorses ran past five of the other six 27-4A teams as they finished runner-up with 49 points to outdistance themselves from Pleasanton, Pearsall, Uvalde, Carrizo Springs, and Somerset.
The one team that finished ahead of them in the standings was near-5A Floresville, which had 30 points to claim the championship.
Velasquez was the first Warhorse to cross the 5k finish…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!

DHS Tennis are Bi-district Champs!

Sports writer
Devine Tennis closed their last district match of the season against Carrizo Springs in dominant fashion, sweeping the Wildcats 15-0. 
Head coach Kandi Darnell said that this win was the result of several players elevating their game to meet the moment. The camaraderie among the players has fostered a deep chemistry that has translated to the court in a spectacular way. 
“Our players give each other a hard time when being competitive but are always ready to be each others’ support when needed,” Darnell said.
Darnell highlighted the boys doubles and mixed doubles for being steady all season. The consistent play of their team has kept Devine grounded and…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 Mustangs Volleyball riding momentum as the post season approaches

Varisity Lady Mustangs #5 Aryanna Ramirez and #10 Abriella Garza stand ready at the back line during an intense match against Jourdanton. Garza had eight kills against the number one ranked team in district. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports writer
With six games left in the regular season, the Natalia Varsity Lady Mustangs are sitting comfortably with an overall record of 14-11 and a district record of 5-3. This season has been filled with consistent and steady dominance and raising their level of play when the moment calls for it. The Lady Mustangs have won six of their last ten games and look to carry this momentum down the stretch of the season…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!

Mustangs battle Badgers

Varsity Mustangs #56 Fernando Bautista, #62 Roger Najera and #61 Pilar Valadez stand ready at the line in between snaps. Najera had four tackles amd recovered one fumble against Karnes City. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports writer
Despite a late comeback, the Natalia Varsity Mustangs fell to the Karnes City badges, 42-28. In their hard fought battle, the Mustangs scored 21 points in the fourth but could not overcome the early deficit set by the Badgers. The Mustangs have an overall record of 3-2 and currently sit at fifth in district.
In the third quarter, Natalia completely shut out the Badgers’ offense.
“Our defense did a great job of flying to the football and getting to the quarterback,” Head coach Jason Reynolds said. “That was the defense that we have seen all season. We were playing with a lot of confidence and I know we will get that from our guys moving forward.”
Reynolds 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!