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Permian fends off Midland for 54-39 win

The Midland boys’ basketball team fought Permian throughout the game, cutting the lead to single digits in the fourth, but the Panthers got a big night out of Ryale Moses and were able to walk away with a 54-39 win on Jan. 19.


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Midland track blends youth and experience in 2024 track season

The Midland High School track and field team kicks off its season on February 9, and Coach Stacey Martin said while this year’s team is young and they are looking to replace key athletes in sprints and relays, there are high hopes for the upcoming season.


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Which former Midland area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22?

These former Midland area high school standouts' college teams will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22.


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Midland falls 65-52 to San Angelo Central despite 25 point effort for Satterwhite

The Midland Bulldogs (12-13, 0-2) got a big scoring night out of Tyquon Satterwhite, but San Angelo Central (19-9, 1-1) had a dominant first quarter and never let up in a 65-52 district win on Jan. 16


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Lujan scores 15 in second half, but Midland falls to San Angelo Central 55-33

The Midland Lady Bulldogs (11-14, 1-3) had their hands’ full with district rival San Angelo Central (17-10, 4-0) on Jan. 16, struggling to score early and taking a 55-33 loss at home.


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Cowboys fail to 'seize everything' against Green Bay

The Dallas Cowboys have once again made it to the National Football League's (NFL) postseason, only to make an unceremonious exit. This marks their third consecutive appearance in the playoffs, with aspirations of reaching the National Football Conference championship game - a stage they haven't graced since the days when America Online was the sole gateway to the internet. However, on January 14, their dreams were dashed by the visiting Green Bay Packers, who managed to secure a victory at AT&T Stadium just a season after parting ways with their star quarterback Aaron Rodgers.


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Which former Midland area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 15?

These former Midland area high school standouts' college teams will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 15.


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Which former Midland area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 8?

These former Midland area high school standouts' college teams will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 8.


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Longhorns after Sugar Bowl loss to Washington: 'Thank you Longhorn Nation for your support this season'

The College Football Playoff (CFP) is set to culminate in the National Championship at NRG Stadium in Houston. This follows a thrilling series of games where the University of Texas (UT) Longhorns lost a close 31-37 match to the University of Washington (UW) Huskies, and the University of Michigan (UM) Wolverines clinched a 27-20 overtime victory over the University of Alabama. The stage is now set for Michigan and Washington to compete on January 8 for the coveted title, currently held by the University of Georgia (UGA). Despite their loss, the UT Longhorns maintain their...


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Bush Tennis Center featured on nationally televised program

Midland Mayor Lori Blong has commended the inclusion of the city’s Bush Tennis Center and Bush Ace Outreach Programs in the recent Tennis Channel Love Wins: San Antonio International Team Tennis Championships. She stated that for nearly a decade, the Bush Tennis Center and ACE have been nurturing an appreciation for tennis among young people across the Permian Basin.


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Abbott pulls for alma mater UT in College Football Playoff

Governor Greg Abbott has publicly expressed his support for his alma mater, the University of Texas (UT), in the upcoming College Football Playoff. The No. 3-seeded Longhorns are scheduled to compete in a New Year's Eve Sugar Bowl game against the University of Washington (UW). Interestingly, UW was once home to UT's current head coach, Steve Sarkisian.


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UT prepares for national semi revenge match against Washington

The University of Texas (UT) Longhorns football team is preparing for a significant match against the University of Washington (UW) Huskies, aiming to secure a place in the College Football Playoff National Championship. This situation mirrors a decade-old scenario when the Longhorns were on the brink of a similar victory, marking the beginning of the University of Alabama's dynasty.


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Which former Midland area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 1?

These former Midland area high school standouts' college teams will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 1.


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Biles takes Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year for third time

Simone Biles, the renowned gymnast from Houston, has been honored as the Associated Press (AP) Female Athlete of the Year for 2023. This marks the third time that Biles has received this accolade. The 26-year-old former Olympian recently returned to competition after a two-year hiatus following her participation in the Tokyo Summer Games in 2021.


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Which former Midland area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 25?

These former Midland area high school standouts' college teams will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 25.


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Odessa wideout Carreon to start classes at University of Oklahoma in January

The Ector County Independent School District (ECISD) has confirmed that Ivan Carreon, a student-athlete from Odessa High School, has committed to the University of Oklahoma (OU). He formalized his commitment by signing a letter of intent with the Sooners. The letter has reportedly reached Norman, Oklahoma, where Carreon is expected to commence his studies in January.


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Cowboys clinch third straight playoff berth, fall to Buffalo on road

The Dallas Cowboys' journey to Orchard Park in western New York ended in disappointment following their 31-10 defeat by the Buffalo Bills. Despite this setback, the team returned to Arlington with a secured playoff berth. In what is seen as a potential Super Bowl LVIII matchup, Buffalo surpassed Dallas with 266 yards on the ground, marking their second consecutive victory. However, losses by the Philadelphia Eagles and the San Francisco 49ers propelled the Cowboys into the postseason.


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Permian Basin native to coach UT in College Football Playoff

Derron Gatewood, a native of the Permian Basin, is on the brink of achieving a significant milestone in his career: winning the College Football Playoff National Championship. Currently serving as an offensive analyst at the University of Texas at Austin (UT), Gatewood and his team, the Longhorns, are gearing up for their New Year's Day Sugar Bowl face-off against the University of Washington (UW). Interestingly, UW is one of the former schools of Steve Sarkisian, Gatewood's current boss.


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Which former Midland area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 18?

These former Midland area high school standouts' college teams will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 18.


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UTPB athletics VP Dooley on extension for McCollough: 'Kris is dedicated to our football program and his players, and we can’t wait to see what’s in store for him'

Kris McCollough, after a successful rookie season as the head football coach of the University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB) Falcons, has secured a new contract that will extend his tenure through the 2026 season. The agreement also includes an option for extension through 2029. McCollough's inaugural season saw him elevate the once struggling program to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II playoffs.