Sports

Three players were in double-figures as the Sul Ross State University men’s basketball team (22) beat UT Permian Basin (2-2) 67-61, Saturday afternoon at the Pete P. Gallego Center. This was the first win over the Falcons since November 23, 2010.

In what has quickly become a stretch defined by growth rather than just wins and losses, the Alpine High School girls varsity basketball team is beginning to discover its identity, building confidence through competition, tightening its chemistry, and showing flashes of the up-tempo, hardnosed style that could define its 2025-26 season as the Lady Bucks turned an early setback into momentum both at home and on the tournament stage.

FIGHTIN’ BUCK BASKETBALL December 2: Van Horn vs Alpine | *JV: 5 p.m. • V: 8 p.m. December 5: San Elizario vs Alpine | *JV: 6 p.m. • V: 7:30 p.m. December 9: Greenwood vs Alpine | *JV: 6 p.m. • V: 7:30 p.m. December 12: TBD December 16: Alpine @ Fort Stockton | *JV: 6 p.m. • V: 7:30 p.m.

The Strikers capped off an unforgettable 2025 BBYS U8 soccer season, finishing league play undefeated and battling their way through a high-energy tournament weekend. After a season built on teamwork, grit, and steady improvement, the Strikers entered the postseason tournament. Their final match delivered all the excitement fans could hope for — a hard-fought duel that remained tied at full time, pushed into overtime, and ultimately came down to a nail-biting penalty shootout. When the dust settled, the Strikers proudly earned 2nd Place Championship honors, a testament to their determination and heart. Congratulations to the entire team on an incredible run and a season to remember! A special thank-you goes out to BBYSA, the dedicated coaches, referees, parents, siblings, family, and all the friends and supporters who cheered these young athletes on from the sidelines. The Strikers were led by Head Coach Rafael De Leon, Assistant Coach Josh Rousselow, a crew of supportive parents, Team Manager Denise De Leon, and were proudly sponsored by FS Services.

Sul Ross State University Women’s Basketball (1–0) opened the 2025–26 season with a strong 65–58 win over Northern New Mexico College Saturday at the Pete P. Gallego Center.

The Alpine High School boys varsity basketball team opened its 2025-26 campaign with a statement win on Monday, November 17, dismantling Midland Texas Leadership Charter Academy 28-86 in a nondistrict matchup on their home floor. From the opening tip, the Fightin’ Bucks looked every bit like a team ready to run, gun, and defend at full throttle.

The Alpine Fightin’ Bucks varsity football team closed out their 2025-2026 season on Friday, November 14, with a tough 75–20 loss to the Coahoma Bulldogs in the Bi-District round of the playoffs. While the final margin was lopsided—one that gave the teams Fridaynight, televised news coverage— the season offered important lessons and flashes of potential for this underdog squad.

FIGHTIN’ BUCK BASKETBALL November 21–22: Wilson-Stice Tourney | TBD November 24: Marfa vs Alpine | V: 6:30 p.m. December 2 : Van Horn vs Alpine | *JV: 5 p.m. • V: 8 p.m. December 5: San Elizario vs Alpine | *JV: 6 p.m. • V: 7:30 p.m. December 9: Greenwood vs Alpine | *JV: 6 p.m. • V: 7:30 p.m.

The Alpine Fightin’ Bucks boys varsity basketball team opens the 2025-2026 season Monday night, November 17, at home against Midland Texas Leadership Charter Academy. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m., and the Bucks are ready to hit the hardwood with a renewed sense of focus and unfinished business on their minds.

The Alpine Lady Bucks tipped off their 2025-2026 basketball season Monday night against Sands High School, falling 47-22 in their first action since last season’s playoff appearance. The game was played mainly by the junior varsity team with just three varsity players, as the coaching staff was unsure how far the volleyball season would extend.