Category: Sports

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The Arabians took care of business against Carrizo Springs, earning a 3-1 victory October 16 on Sessions Court to keep their District 28-3A championship hopes alive heading into Friday’s showdown in Lytle.
Devine, which lost to the Lady Cats in their September 22 meeting, turned the tables with a 25-16, 25-23, 18-25, 25-9 victory. The Arabians front row players combined for several blocks defensively while also adding some smashes and dinks to click the scoreboard in the Arabians favor this go-around.
Kyrie DuBose led the way with 14 kills (most of the monster variety), followed by Rylie Wells with 11 and Hali Carroll with 10. Peyton Dixon-Davis added seven kills.
The front row made its presence felt defensively as Wells finished with seven total blocks, while Dixon-Davis added six to help scratch the Lady Cats’ attack.
Defensively, libero Calleigh Schneider led with 16 digs, while Carroll recorded 15 and Margarita Vizcarra added 14. Adalee Perez chipped in 12 digs. Vizcarra also notched 38 assists while also contributing four service aces. Brooke DuBose added two aces.
After dropping the third set, Devine responded emphatically in the fourth, rolling to a…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 $42 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The Warhorses made a statement on homecoming night, rolling up 541 yards of total offense in a 54-24 victory over Carrizo Springs to strengthen their push for the District 14-3A championship. Devine improved to 6-1 overall and 4-0 in district play while extending their winning streak to six games. Devine’s balanced offensive attack and opportunistic defense helped the Horses build a commanding 40-8 halftime lead before cruising to the 30-point victory.
For Head Coach Jacob Campsey, the performance began well before kickoff, with his players understanding the significance of wearing the Warhorse uniform without allowing the occasion to become a distraction. “I felt like before the game the kids were really focused and ready to play,” Campsey said. “Pregame we talked a lot about what it means to wear that jersey and that they represent something very important to a lot of people. The way we play in that jersey matters.”
With homecoming festivities underway and former Warhorses looking on, Devine delivered a performance that reflected the focus Campsey wanted to see. “I loved the fact that the kids didn’t make anything bigger than it was, at the end of the day it’s a football game and what’s important is that we play with the mindset that every single play has a life and history of its own.”
The Warhorses needed two possessions to find their rhythm, but once the offense got rolling it proved difficult to stop. Starting at their own 22-yard line, Nate Valle sparked Devine’s opening scoring drive with a 47-yard run before Enoch Hall raced 41 yards for the game’s first touchdown. Israel Casas added the extra point for a 7-0 lead with 4:12 remaining in the first quarter.
Devine struck again less than three minutes later. Valle connected with Brody Lane for a 24-yard gain before Hall…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 $42 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!

Warhorse Cole Reyes was chosen by mom Jennifer Hinnant. Photo by Brigid Howard.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
Both the Arabian and Warhorse Cross Country teams captured a team championship plaque at last Wednesday’s District Preview in Carrizo Springs. All teams run today, October 14, for the chance to advance to Regional in Corpus Christi.
The Arabians scored 57 points to defeat runner-up Cotulla by the narrowest of margins as the Cowgirls had 58 points. Crystal City was third with 83 points.
Arabian results were 4th Claire Jones 13:23.60, 7th Allison Balencia 13:36.19, 14th Amy Outlaw 14:05.31, 21st Claira Gulley 14:18.91, 22nd Kaytie Klein 19th 14:19.16, 38th Jovianne Gomez 15:00.83, 43rd Jessa Mata 15:25.92, and 44th Kaylee Villarreal 15:25.92.
The Warhorses scored 45 points to secure the title with Carrizo Springs finishing runner-up with…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 $42 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The Warhorses and Arabians put together an impressive season on the tennis courts, and 14 student-athletes were rightfully rewarded for their efforts with spots on the District 28-4A All-District Team, led by Most Valuable Player Tai Moss.
Devine finished the district campaign with a spotless 8-0 record to claim the district championship before carrying that momentum into the UIL state playoffs. The Warhorses and Arabians defeated Yoakum 16-3 in the Bi-District round to advance, becoming the only team from District 28-4A to move on to the second round of the postseason.
The season ended last week with a 14-5 loss to Comal Davenport, but Devine’s accomplishments throughout the year were reflected in the All-District selections. With an undefeated district record, a dominating Bi-District championship, and a second-round playoff appearance, the Warhorses and Arabians gave the district plenty of reasons to recognize their success.
Moss headlined the awards by earning Most…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 $42 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!