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Kitty Kat senior Sydnie Krueger goes up for two points against Needville on December 27. The team won 53-19 in its first game of the tournament in Louise. PHOTOS BY VALERIE STUART

Kitty Kats pick up wins at Louise tournament

The Yorktown Kitty Kat Varsity basketball team competed December 27-28 in the Lady Hornet Holiday Classic in Louise, picking up a couple of victories. On day one, Yorktown faced two Class 4A schools. In game one, the Kitty Kats faced off against the Needville Lady Jays. Showing only a little rust from the holiday break, Yorktown jumped out to a 31-6 halftime lead, on its way to a 53-19 win. 01/08/2025 01:18 PM

Kitty Kat freshman Palyn Koopmann drives on a Port Aransas player. PHOTOS BY VALERIE STUART

Kitty Kats, Wildcats drop back-to-back district games

Over the holidays, the Yorktown Kitty Kat and Wildcat basketball teams played a couple of District 312A games and were unable to come away with any wins. On Monday, December 30, Yorktown traveled to Refugio to take on the Lady Cats and Wildcats. 01/08/2025 01:18 PM

Justin Wigley with the massive 23 pointer he took on Nov. 3. Scoring 211 gross and 203 1/8 net, the free-ranging buck is the biggest non-typical ever reported from Angelina County and is sure to be one of the best bucks reported statewide this season. (Courtesy Photo, Justin Wigley)

Angelina County 23 pointer likely to be one Texas’ top bucks of the 2024-25 season

Justin Wigley of Huntington has shot some really nice bucks over the years, but none to compare to the bruiser of a whitetail that came calling on the afternoon of Nov. 3. It was the bewitching hour — roughly 20 minutes before sunset. The buck stepped out in an opening in the company of four does about 80 yards of Wigley’s box blind situated deep in the heart of his 1,200-acre lease in Angelina County. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Kubesch named to Elite Academic All-State Team

Kubesch named to Elite Academic All-State Team

Gobbler senior Conner Kubesch earned the distinguished rank of Elite Team in this year’s Texas High School Coaches Association’s academic all-state football team. Several of his teammates were named to the 1st and 2nd team as well. The team recognizes senior athletes, trainers and managers who excel in GPA (grades 9-12), class rank and ACT/SAT score. The Elite Team requires a near perfect score in all categories. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Kitty Kat sophomore Gracie Stehling blocks a Kenedy player's shot.

Kitty Kats defeat Leopards to stay perfect in district

On December 17, the Yorktown Kitty Kat Varsity basketball team traveled to Kenedy to take on the Leopards in their third game of District 31-2A action. Yorktown scored the first seven points of the game and led, 7-4, at the end of the first quarter. In the second quarter, the Kitty Kats outscored the Leopards, 15-8, to take a ten point lead at halftime, 22-12. In the second half, the tempo of both teams picked up dramatically, as did the excitement of the game. In the third period, Yorktown extended its lead to 37-22. However, in the fourth period, the Leopards tried to make a game of it, but every time they would make a little run, the Kitty Kats would answer. Both teams scored 15 points in the quarter for the 52-37 final. Freshman Palyn Koopmann led Yorktown with 22 points and senior Nina Villarreal had 11 points, while both had seven rebounds. Sophomore Gracie Stehling had eight points, eight rebounds and four blocked shots. Senior Sydnie Krueger and sophomore Kendall Seivers both pulled down six rebounds. 12/26/2024 03:33 PM

Sophomore Brayden Knostman pulls up for a jump shot.

Wildcats pick up wins at new Winter Classic

The Yorktown Wildcat Varsity basketball hosted the 1st Annual Wildcat Winter Clas-sic from December 12-14, picking up two victories along the way. The three-day, ten-team tournament featured two pools. 12/18/2024 06:57 PM

Kitty Kats open District 2-0

Kitty Kats open District 2-0

The Yorktown Kitty Kats Varsity Basketball team opened up District 31-2A action this past week with two solid victories. On Tuesday, December 10, Yorktown traveled to Woodsboro to take on the Lady Eagles.The Kitty Kats jumped out to an early 8-3 lead before Woodsboro cut the lead to 12-9 at the end of the first quarter. In the second quarter, Yorktown outscored the Lady Eagles, 12-7, to take a 24-16 halftime lead. In the second half, the Kitty Kats scored 24 points to 16 for Woodboro, as Yorktown came away with the 48-32 win. Freshman Palyn Koopmann led the Kitty Kats with 11 points and four assists. Senior Laynie Boyd added eight points, while sophomore Gracie Stehling had eight points to go along with 13 rebounds. Senior Sydnie Krueger pulled down nine rebounds and scored seven points. 12/18/2024 06:57 PM

Melo Perez reaches to steal the ball on defense against Liberty. The Gobbler’s next game will be on December 28th against Taylor. (Photos by Courtney Kubesch)

Gobbler basketball

Gobbler basketball. 12/18/2024 06:57 PM

Senior Sydnie Krueger goes up for a basket against McMullen County. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS

Kitty Kats improve to 9-5

The Yorktown Kitty Kat Varsity basketball team played five games this past week, winning two. On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, the Kitty Kats traveled to Tilden to take on the McMullen County Cowgirls, ranked #17 in the TABC Class A polls. Yorktown jumped out to an early lead, but the Cowgirls bounced back to take a 15-12 lead at the end of the first quarter before extending their lead to 3325 at halftime. In the second half, the Kitty Kats were able to cut the lead to 35-34, but that was as close as they got, as McMullen County showed why they are ranked and pulled away for a 53-42 win. Senior Nina Villarreal and freshman Palyn Koopmann led the Kitty Kats with 10 points each. Koopmann had her first career double-double, as she also pulled down 10 rebounds. Seniors Laynie Boyd and Sydnie Krueger had six rebounds apiece. The JV Kitty Kats defeated McMullen County’s JV, 24-14, for another win. 12/10/2024 04:06 PM

The Yorktown Kitty Kats - Champions of the Kitty Kat Classic CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS

Kitty Kats come out on top in new YISD tourney

Just before Thanksgiving, November 21 - 23, Yorktown ISD hosted the 1st Annual Kitty Kat Classic girls basketball tournament. The tenteam tournament featured two pools. Pool A was Yorktown, St. Joseph (Victoria), Nordheim, Louise, and Banquete’s JV, who replaced a team that dropped out late. Pool B was Runge, Nixon-Smiley, Natalia, Industrial and Banquete. Each team played two games on Thursday and two games on Friday, and then were paired with the corresponding placed team from the other pool on Saturday. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

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Coach Onofre and his Varsity Basketball team assisted the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce with putting up the Christmas garland along the downtown bridge. Mike and Mary Ressman donated the garland. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

Jace Gamez attempts to make a tackle on Wimberley Quarterback Cody Stover Friday night.

Gobbler playoff run ends with loss to Wimberley

The Cuero Gobbler’s season has come to an end at the hand of the Wimberley Texans. The Texans defeated the Gobblers 69-28 last Friday at UFCU Bobcat Stadium in San Marcos in the Regional Semifinals. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

Running back Dayvon Varela scampers for yards against Navarro.

Defense smothers Navarro’s Slot T

The Cuero Gobblers scored 42 first-half points before coasting to a 56-21 victory over the Navarro Panthers on Friday. The Gobblers held the Panther’s Slot T offense scoreless until the third quarter. 11/27/2024 01:52 PM

Senior Braleigh Dodds achieves 1,000 career assists

Senior Braleigh Dodds achieves 1,000 career assists

In the high-octane world of volleyball, where teamwork and precision reign supreme, achieving personal milestones is a testament to an athlete's dedication, skill, and perseverance. Recently, one such remarkable achievement was celebrated: Senior Braleigh Dodds, the standout setter for the Yorktown Kitty Kats, reached an impressive milestone of 1,000 career assists. This achievement not only highlights Dodds’s talent but also underscores the importance of the setter position in the game of volleyball. This milestone is not just a number; it represents countless hours of practice, relentless determination, and a deep understanding of the game. Head volleyball coach, Ashtyn Henkes, when asked to describe Dodds: “Braleigh is so competitive and always came to practice ready to get better and compete for her team. I’m so proud of her for all of her accomplishments this season and I am happy I was able to see her reach her goals.” 11/20/2024 09:02 PM

Yorktown quarterback Brody Metting pushes for more yards in the playoff game against Ben Bolt on Friday, which ended in a hard fought 38-19 loss. PHOTOS BY DEIRDRE ALEXANDER

Football season closes with battle against Ben Bolt

Yorktown fell Friday night in the first round of the playoffs to a tough Ben Bolt team in Beeville. The Wildcats started the season with a loss, went on a seven-game win streak, then lost the last three games of the season to accumulate a 7-4 overall record. They ranked third in District 15 2 A Division II and played the runner up of District 16. 11/20/2024 09:02 PM

Freshman Palyn Koopmann soars in the air to contest a shot by a Goliad Player. PHOTOS BY VALERIE STUART

Kittens outwit Kitty Kats in season opener, team bounces back

The Yorktown Kitty Kat 2024-25 basketball season is in full swing, as Yorktown has now played three games, picking up two wins. The Kitty Kats opened the season on Saturday, November 9, when they traveled to Moulton to face the Kittens. 11/20/2024 09:02 PM

After Friday’s victory over the La Feria Lions, the Cuero Gobblers are headed to Floresville for a showdown with longtime opponents Geronimo Navarro Panthers. The Gobblers hold a 10-4 lead against Navarro in their various matchups. (Photo by Mike Cantu)

Gobblers face tricky offense in next playoff

The Cuero Gobblers (83) have advanced to the area round of the UIL Playoffs, where they will face a familiar opponent – the Geronimo Navarro Panthers (5-6) – on Friday at 7 p.m. at Eschenburg Field in Floresville. Cuero has played the Panthers every season since 2013, holding a 10-4 series lead, including 5-2 record in the playoffs. 11/20/2024 09:02 PM

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