Category: Warhorses & Arabians

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
Devine picked up two monster wins over District 27-4A foes Pleasanton and Carrizo Springs over the last week to boost momentum and confidence as the postseason begins next week at a time and place to be determined as of press time on February 17.
vs Pleasanton
To the dismay of many Eagles fans…one in particular (if ya know, you know)…Devine withstood a fourth quarter rally by Pleasanton to get the win 65-63 on Sessions Court on February 13.
Mason Beaver and Christian Beaver tied for game-high scoring honors with 20 points each while Mason led the way in rebounding with 10. Christian had 9.
Karson Ray had 9 points and had four humongous blocked shots throughout the game.
Devine dominated the game throughout, but it definitely got hairy the last 90 seconds of the game after the Horses built what looked like a more than comfortable 10-point lead at 61-51. However, Pleasanton sank four consecutive free throws after a couple of Devine technical fouls to pull within 6 points. In a blink of an eye, Pleasanton added another two-point shot after getting the ball at halfcourt to make it uncomfortable at 61-57 with 1:22 to go.
Being pressured all the way up court, Mason made a full court layup to put Devine up 63-57 at the 1:16 mark. Consecutive Eagle layups closed the gap to 63-61 with 37: to go. Ray’sean hit a free throw to make it 64-63 with :27 on the clock then hit another free throw with :12 to go to give Devine a big four-point advantage at 65-63m essentially making Pleasanton’s last two free throws a nonfactor.
Warhorse Nation definitely showed out for senior night as the stands were full and the atmosphere was electric from the opening tip.
Devine led early 13-10 and was also up 31-21 at the break. The Horses held on to that 10-point lead going into the fourth quarter as they were ahead 44-34.
Devine had as much as a 15-point lead but if District 27 4A action has taught us anything it is that no lead is safe.
Pleasanton’s 29-21 fourth quarter scoring run was not enough to erase the full deficit, allowing Devine to leave their home court for the final time in 2026 with a win.
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Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
Press deadlines preceded the ending of the Arabians February 17 Bi-District battle versus Cuero (9-27) at Seguin High School. Devine (16-13) made the state playoffs after finishing third place in District 27 4A with a 7-5 record.
Devine played the Lady Gobblers earlier this season, and if that result could be duplicated Head Coach Hannah Thompson would gladly take it. The Arabians trounced Cuero 45-26 back on December 6, 2025, at the Navarro Tournament.
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Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports editor
The Varsity Arabians completed their first tournament of the young season, traveling to San Antonio to take on Burbank, Harlandale, Jefferson, Lanier, La Vernia and Del Rio. Devine is now 2-2-1 on the season as they look to reclaim their bi-district title from last season
Vs Burbank. 
In their first game against Burbank, the Arabians didn’t put their best foot forward, losing in 4 innings to the Bulldogs 0-4. The team struggled to get on base with only…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!

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
There is still a lot to play for as the Warhorse basketball team wraps up District 27-4A action on Friday, February 13. Devine sat in 2nd place prior to the games played on Tuesday, February 10 and they could theoretically finish anywhere from first to fourth in the league standings going into the state playoffs.
Games played on February 10 included Devine at Carrizo Springs, Somerset at Uvalde, and Floresville at Pearsall, while top seed Pleasanton had the night off.
Pleasanton, Devine, Floresville, and Somerset will make the postseason as Carrizo Springs, Uvalde, and Pearsall are already eliminated from contention.
Devine’s final district game is on Friday, February 13…and it is a huge game as they host the Eagles looking to tie the season series at 1-1. Pleasanton escaped with a narrow 60-58 come from behind win in round one as the Horses potential game-winning three pointer rimmed out.
Although last night’s games likely switched up some spots, the final playoff positionings boil down to Tuesday night (February 17) as Pleasanton hosts Somerset and Floresville travels to Uvalde.
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Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports editor
The reigning bi-district champs took the field in their first game of the season against the Jourdanton Squaws, losing a tight game on the final play. 4-5. The Squaws were down 4-3 at the bottom of the seventh inning when an error led to two runs scored. This dramatic back and forth had four lead changes and one tie, a thrilling way to start the season to say the least.
Head coach Micheal Sotelo said the team has room for growth but have really embraced the process it takes to put in the preparation for these games. As much as they are focused on executing on the field, the coaches want to foster other attributes for the young athletes as well. 
“Now that the scrimmage season is behind us I’ve seen young ladies being the best versions of themselves,” Sotelo said. “Being a good person first is what we’ve worked on with the ladies and it is showing what great teammates they are when they step in between the lines.” 
Moreover, Sotelo noticed the collective buy-in the athletes display extends to the parents as well. The commitment not just from the team, but the community at large will help the team reach their goals as they make their journey through the regular season. 

Batting

7 Kenny Cruz– 4 ABs, 1 R, 2 H, 1 RBI, 1 double

12 Jaylynn Hernandez– 3 ABs, 2 H, 1 RBI

17 Tucker Traylor– 4 ABs, 1 H

22 Paislee Friesenhahn– 1 AB, 1 R

25 Karsyn Deleon– 3 ABs, 1 H

Fielding

7 Cruz– 2 outs on 2 chances

12 Hernandez– 1 out on 1 chance

17 Traylor– 1 out

25 Deleon– 2 outs on 2 chances

Pitching

17 Traylor– Gave up 5 runs on 6 hits with 8 strikeouts

The Arabians will participate in their first tournament of the season starting on Thursday, Feb. 12 beginning at 12 p.m. at the SAISD sports complex in San Antonio.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports editor
Varsity Tennis put on a show during the Southwest high school tournament, with multiple athletes medaling in their respective categories. Head coach Kandi Darnell has been impressed with the teams performances in the first two tournaments of the season. 
“Bryson Robison and Cord Lassere are looking very good with first and second finishes in two different tournaments. Jeremy Steinbrunner played a good match,” Darnell said. “MJ Lawler has been improving every time he has played.”
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Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
By the time The Devine News readers pull this edition of the rack, the Arabians should know who they will face on their side of the UIL Class 4A playoff bracket.
Since beginning District 27-4A 1-3 the Arabians have gone 6-1 since with their only loss coming to Carrizo Springs on January 16, a team they happened to play on Tuesday, February 10 to close out their league schedule. Carrizo Springs was 11-0 and had already clinched the district championship with a three game lead over second place Floresville who sat 8-3.
Devine (7-4) avenged first round losses to Pleasanton (3-9), Somerset (6-5), 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!