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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
After a rough first period, Devine played pretty well the remainder of the way in their…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 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
In their match up with Dilley, the Wolves had the lead the entire game until…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 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
During Lytle’s road game against St. Anthony, head coach Arturo Vela said the team had 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 $36 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!

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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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.”
These last few games have…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!

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
The Horses strong first period which resulted…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!

Devine’s Wreaths Across America Ceremony

Rey Alvarado, at right, with VFW Post 3966, presents Jordan Davis, retired Army sergeant first class, with a ceremonial wreath. one of many placed on veteran graves Sunday during the National Wreaths Across America Day ceremonies Sunday at Devine Evergreen and St. Joseph Catholic cemeteries in Devine. (Photo by Anton Riecher) 

Gary K. Saathoff of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3966, left, and Martha Wall of the Devine Current Events Club preside over National Wreaths Across America ceremonies in Devine Sunday.  (Photo by Anton Riecher) 

Devine Livestock Booster Dinner & Dance Jan. 10th

The Devine Livestock Booster Dinner & Dance will be held January 10 from 6pm-Midnight. The event will be held at The Devine Golf Course. You can get 2 tickets for the dinner and dance for $125 total. Jerry DeLeon and the Southbound Band will be providing the live music for the evening. For dinner, the club will be serving fajita plates with rice and beans.
There will be a silent auction and ticket auction going on as well as a Card Deck Drawing for guns. The highlight of the silent auction will a guitar signed by George Strait himself!
You can buy a pair of tickets from any 4-H kid or from Sam Barber at 830-741-0300.