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Cheetahs carry Basin pride to Nike Outdoor Nationals

News Staff
Thursday, June 18, 2026
EUGENE, OR - Six athletes from the Midland Cheetahs Track Club are set to compete this week at the prestigious Nike Outdoor Nationals in Eugene, earning their place among some of the top junior high and high school runners in the nation.
Miles Colunga

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Small-Town athletes shine bright at Texas UIL State Track Meet

Austin
Thursday, May 21, 2026
— Beneath the bright lights of Mike A. Myers Track Stadium and in front of thousands of cheering fans from every corner of the Lone Star State, the athletes of Grady and Garden City proved once again that Texas Class 1A track is built on grit, heart, and relentless determination.
Last Thursday at Stanton High School, seniors Jonas Rivas (left) and Valentino Rodriguez (right) signed their letters of intent to join the Navy. Both will be leaving to Navy boot camp after graduation. They are pictured with their parents and Father Michael Rodriguez.

Last Thursday at Stanton High School, seniors Jonas Rivas (left) and Valentino Rodriguez (right) signed their letters of intent to join the Navy. Both will be leaving to Navy boot camp after graduation. They are pictured with their parents and Father Michael Rodriguez.

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Last Thursday

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Thursday, May 14, 2026
Photo by Jennifer Sperry - Texas 1A Fan

Photo by Jennifer Sperry - Texas 1A Fan

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Grady track excels at Region I meet, sends standouts to state

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Thursday, May 7, 2026
LEVELLAND — The Grady track and field teams turned in an impressive showing at the UIL 1A Region I Championships on May 1–2 at South Plains College, highlighted by multiple event titles from Emerie White and several podium finishes that secured spots at the state meet.

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Stanton track wraps up season at Region I meet

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Thursday, May 7, 2026
ABILENE — The Stanton Buffaloes track and field teams battled through a competitive field at the UIL 3A Region I Championships on May 1–2 at Abilene Christian University.
Addison Goodwin is heading to State after clearing 9-6 and finishing second at the Region II track meet. Photo by Dency McClure - Texas 1A Fan

Addison Goodwin is heading to State after clearing 9-6 and finishing second at the Region II track meet. Photo by Dency McClure - Texas 1A Fan

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Bearkats deliver strong regional showing, qualify multiple athletes for state

News Staff
Thursday, May 7, 2026
ABILENE — The Garden City Bearkats turned in an impressive all-around performance at the UIL 1A Region II Championships held May 1–2 at Abilene Christian University, highlighted by several runner-up finishes and a strong group of state qualifiers.
Garden City Lady Bearkats golf team is the Class 1A State Golf Runner-Up. The team was led by senior Keegan Batla with a 4th place finish.

Garden City Lady Bearkats golf team is the Class 1A State Golf Runner-Up. The team was led by senior Keegan Batla with a 4th place finish.

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Garden City Lady Bearkats

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Thursday, May 7, 2026
Garden City Lady Bearkats

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Grady Junior High tennis dominates District 6 Tournament

Lamesa
Thursday, April 30, 2026
— The future of Grady tennis looks as strong as ever after an impressive showing by the Grady Junior High Wildcats at the District 6 Tennis Tournament held Apr. 25 at Lamesa High School.
Bearkats earn 4th in State sweepstakes at TMSCA meet, led by strong individual finishes

Bearkats earn 4th in State sweepstakes at TMSCA meet, led by strong individual finishes

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Bearkats earn 4th in State sweepstakes at TMSCA meet, led by strong individual finishes

News Staff
Thursday, April 23, 2026
The Garden City Bearkats delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 TMSCA State Meet, competing against 17 1A and 2A schools and finishing 4th place overall in Sweepstakes, just behind three larger 2A programs.
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