Casarez Run Added to YouNewsTV

I've uploaded Saturday's called-back touchdown by Joe Casarez the the KIII YouNewsTV site. The video is titled "Extra Effort Touchdown." Click here to check out YouNewsTV.

UPDATE: I've reposted the video to the KIII-TV Local Sports section. Thanks to Bobcat Fan for the heads-up about posting it to the wrong station. I hope the folks up in Boston enjoy a little taste of South Texas football!

Sports Pics - Bobcats 59 Eagles 12

The Bobcats return to the field after half-time with a 32 point lead. Click here to view game photos courtesy of Rob's Digital Photography.

The Bobcats' first win of the season was a whopper as Skidmore-Tynan defeated the Pettus Eagles 59-12 at Beeville's Veterans Memorial Stadium. Adam Perez and Alex Gonzales led the Bobcats with two TDs each. Also scoring TDs were Jordan Carter, Cody Chambers, Sonny Hernandez, and Zach Hall. Kicker Gavin Vandever contributed a field goal and multiple extra points.

Passing         CPT ATT YDS TD  INT
Jake Laster      3   9   42  1   1

Rushing         ATT YDS TDS LNG
Jordan Carter   11  191  1   35
Adam Perez       4  108  2   75
Alex Gonzales    7   63  2   27 
Cody Chambers    5   37  1   14 
Jake Laster      4   23  -   12
Zach Hall        1   23  1   23
Ty White         2    8  -    4
Sonny Hernandez  1    6  1    6

Receiving       REC YDS TDS LNG
Chris Patrova    1   21  -  21
Zach Hall        1   17  -  17
Alex Gonzales    1    4  -   4

Defense        SOLO AST TFL INT SCK
Alex Gonzales    3   1   -   -   -
Joe Casarez      2   7   -   -   -
Kevin Shumake    2   6   -   -   -
Alejandro Perez  1   6   -   1   -
Chris Patrova    1   4   -   1   -
Zach Petrus      1   4   -   -   -
Cody Chambers    1   2   -   -   -
John Arrisola    1   2   -   -   -
Jake Laster      1   -   -   -   -
Adam Perez       -   6   -   -   -
Rudy Hernandez   -   4   -   -   -
Zach Hall        -   3   -   1   -
Mark Salinas     -   3   -   -   -
Gavin Vandever   -   2   -   -   -
Jared Wilkinson  -   2   -   -   -
Eric Campos      -   2   -   -   -
Chance Schirmer  -   1   -   -   -
Connor McCarn    -   1   -   -   -

Fumble Recoveries
Kevin Shumake - 1, Adam Perez - 1
Forced Fumbles
Kevin Shumake - 1, Joe Casarez - 1
Broken Up Passes
Alejandro Perez - 1, Connor McCarn - 1

Video: Cody Chambers scores for the Bobcats.


Video: Joe Casarez fights his way into the end zone only to be called back on a penalty.


Video: John Arrisola strips the ball, Joe Casarez clobbers the QB, and Adam Perez picks up the fumble. .

JV Bobcats Shut Out Eagles

Thursday night’s Bobcat Junior Varsity game at Pettus, resulted in a lopsided 36-0 victory for the Cats. Congratulations, to the sack happy Bobcat defense with a total of 7 sacks for last night’s shutout. Cody Hollubec, Roger Flores, Robert Hernandez, and Zach Mengers contributed to the 7 sack total. On offense the Bobcat’s scored on a run from 6 yards by Manny Flores, a 40 yard run by J.D. White, a 6 yard pass to Rene Jimenez, a 2 yard QB sneak by Zach Mengers, and on 5 yard run by Javier Barrientes. The Bobcat J.V. were successful at scoring 3 of 5 two point conversions, they were scored on a run by Robert Hernandez, a pass to Austin Isaacks, and Manny Flores. Captains for the game were Brad Butler, John Scott, and Manny Flores. The Bobcat J.V. is pumped and ready for their next challenge. -- Submitted by S-T ISD Athletics Director Adam Arroyo.

Lions Punt Pass & Kick Results

Brady Bednorz keeps his eye on the ball during Saturday's Punt Pass & Kick competition. Click here for more Lions PP&K photos.

The Skidmore-Tynan Lions Club hosted its 18th annual Punt Pass & Kick competition Saturday, September 20th at Bobcat Stadium. The weather for the event could not have been more cooperative as children, parents, coaches, and Lions Club members spent an enjoyable Saturday morning punting, passing, and kicking around the ol' pigskin.

In the 7 year old division, 1st place went to Marcus Hinojosa, 2nd to Cole Terry, 3rd to Daniel Tyrone, and 4th to Branden Boales. Also participating were Peyton Schmidt, Alyssa Arroyo, and Melanie Wolf. In the 8 year-old division, L.C. Hennig took 1st place and Vanessa Vega came in 2nd. Brady Bednorz placed 1st among the 9-year-olds with Derek Rodriguez and brother Damien Rodriguez taking 2nd and 3rd respectively. In the 10-year-old division, Timothy Diaz came in 1st place, followed by Gadge Perez in 2nd, Amanda House in 3rd, and Joshua Lopez in 4th. Alexander Hernandez took 1st place in the 11-year-old division with Michel Huerta taking 2nd.

The Lions thank S-T ISD Athletics Director Adam Arroyo and his staff for once again helping to make the event a success. Thanks also to all the parents who chose to spend a beautiful Saturday morning supporting and spending time with their children.

Woodsboro Added to BobcatFootball Schedule

S-T ISD Athletics Director Adam Arroyo informs the Signal that Woodsboro has been added to the open slot in this year's football schedule. The game will be played at 7:30 p.m. Friday, October 3, 2008 in Woodsboro. Go Bobcats!

Sports Pics - Bulldogs 7 Bobcats 0

A Bulldog defender tries to stop Jordan Carter. Photo courtesy of Arthur Robinson. Click here for more photos courtesy of Rob's Digital Photography.

The Bobcats suffered a narrow loss to the Bulldogs Friday night in Three Rivers. The Cats battled into the 4th quarter before finally allowing the Three Rivers Bulldogs to score. A promising drive late in 4th was driven back by a series of back-to-back penalties. The final score was 7-0 as Three Rivers continues to deny opponents access to the endzone.

Elsewhere in the District, Freer beat Taft 41-14, George West blanked Odem 31-0, and Orange Grove defeated Banquete 28-7.

Passing         CPT ATT YDS TDS INT LNG
Jake Laster      5  10  69   -   1   30

Rushing         ATT YDS TDS LNG 
Jordan Carter   10   43  -  12
Alex Gonzales   13   43  -  13
Cody Chambers    5   33  -  19
Jake Laster      7    7  -  11
Zach Hall        2    5  -   5

Receiving       REC YDS TDS LNG
Adam Perez       3   18  -   7
Cody Chambers    2   17  -   5
Zach Hall        1   30  -  30
Chris Patrova    1   15  -  15

Defense        SOLO AST TFL INT SACK
Zach Hall        4   4   -   1   -
Kevin Shumake    3  18   -   -   1
Cody Chambers    2   5   -   -   -
Chris Patrova    1  11   -   1   -
Zach Petrus      1   6   -   -   -
Adam Perez       1   5   -   -   -
Chance Schirmer  1   5   -   -   -
John Arrisola    1   4   -   -   -
Jordan Carter    1   2   -   -   -
Joe Casarez      -  11   -   -   -
Mark Salinas     -   4   -   -   -
Alejandro Perez  -   3   -   -   -
Connor McCarn    -   2   -   -   -

Caused Fumble
Kevin Shumake 2, Cody Chambers 1

Recovered Fumble
Kevin Shumake 1, Adam Perez 1, Joe Casarez 1

Bobcats Prevail in JV "Shootout"

J.D. White takes the ball in for Bobcat touchdown.

On Thursday night the Bobcat J.V. football team was involved in a thriller against the Three Rivers Bulldogs. “Shoot Out” is the best phrase to describe the Bobcat’s 36-30 victory.

An enormous amount of credit goes to the offensive line’s dominating performance. Outstanding job: Kyle Wilson (T), Joe Torres (GD), John Scott (C), Brad Butler (GD), Donato Salinas (T), and Rene Jimenez (TE). The 36 points scored included 2 touchdowns by Manny Flores, 2 by J.D. White, and 1 by Zach Mengers.

The Bobcat’s victory was attained in large part as a result of an onside kick recovered by Brandon Smith with just over 5 minutes left in the game. At that point the Bobcats were down 30-28, and the ensuing drive led to the winning score. Captains for the game were Robert Hernandez, Javier Barrientes, George Garcia, and Zach Mengers. -- Submitted by S-T ISD Athletics Director Adam Arroyo.

Runners Compete at UTSA Meet

The Skidmore-Tynan cross country team competed in the University of Texas San Antonio Cross Country Meet, Saturday September 20th. "This Meet always has a bunch of runners in each division," said coach Joseph Grimes. "The kids did a good job against the competition." Results follow:

JV Girls
Samantha Minter 97, 16:08
Tiffany Adames 188, 18:34

Varsity Girls
Jennifer Pueblo 61, 16:03
Tabatha Crow 100, 19:04

Varsity Boys
Theo Ortiz 33, 19:59
Kevin Ramos 99, 24:12

Signal Hot Off the Press

The latest newsletter edition of the Skidmore Signal should arrive in subscriber mailboxes today. In this issue: Football stats, comments on the home-side switch at Bobcat Stadium, a lost alumni art find at the museum, a little monkey business, and a warning about tick inspectors. The next issue will feature a new story from Edwin Wallek Jr. Welcome new subscribers Don Spickerman and Jay & Esther McFall.

Subscriptions are $15 for 12 issues delivered to your mailbox. Send payment to Skidmore Signal, P.O. Box 556, Skidmore, Texas 78389

Lions Punt, Pass & Kick Saturday

Don't forget about the Lions Punt, Pass & Kick competition Saturday, September 20th at 10:00 a.m. at Bobcat Stadium. Children ages 7 to 12 (age as of June 30, 2008) will compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies to be awarded at the October 17, home football game versus Banquete. All children will receive a participation ribbon on the day of the competition and 1st place entrants are eligible to advance to District Competition.

Registration forms have been sent home with Elementary and Junior High students. If you lost yours, you can also pick up a form on the morning of the competition, or click here to download a Registration form. The forms are to be turned in the morning of the competition at Bobcat Stadium.

Get on the Game Bus

S-T ISD continues its popular “Away Game” community bus service. For a small $2 per trip fee, you get round-trip transportation to Bobcat away games. Sign up at the central office by noon on game day. The bus departs from the cafeteria. Departure time varies based on destination.

StormPulse Serves Up Detailed Hurricane Info

If you are tracking Hurricane Ike through the NOAA or other website, you may want to take a look at "StormPulse." The StormPulse site features a very nicely designed map with customizable overlays for viewing a hurricane's radar, historical track, forecast models, wind probabilities, and more. Click here to visit the StormPulse website. -- Thanks to Mavournee DuBose for providing information about the site.

Football Game and Classes Cancelled

S-TISD will cancel classes Thursday and Friday, September 11th and 12th. Classes will resume as soon as possible following the passage of Hurricane Ike. School will dismiss at normal time and busses will run on normal schedule on Wednesday. The varsity football game rescheduled to Thursday against Stockdale has been postponed until further notice. S-TISD's Open House originally scheduled for Monday, September 15, 2008 has been rescheduled to Monday, September 22, 2008. Elementary 6:30-7:30; Secondary 7:00-8:00 – Check the S-TISD website for further updates.

Football Game Moved to Thursday

With Hurricane Ike threatening to strike the gulf coast Saturday morning, Friday's football game vs. the Stockdale Brahmas has been moved to Thursday at 6:00 p.m. Pep rally and all other pre-game activities will be altered to accommodate this rescheduled date/time.

The Junior High and JV games for this week against Stockdale have been postponed until Thursday, October 2nd in Stockdale. These sub-varsity contests will take place at the regularly scheduled times.

Here We Go Again

Hurricane Ike follows Dolly, Edouard, and Gustav as the fourth storm of the season with a potential to impact the South Texas region. Click here to for more information from the NOAA website.

Historical Society to Meet Tuesday

Regular monthly meetings of the Skidmore Historical Society begin Tuesday, September 9th, at 7:00 p.m. The Society meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Skidmore Museum at Sullivan Street and Hwy 181. All are welcome.

Sports Pics - Bobcats vs. Pirates

Chris Patrova intercepts a pass and fires up Bobcat fans.

The Bobcats were defeated 34-0 Friday by the tough 3A Mathis Pirates. Seniors Matt Hernandez, Zach Hall, and Cody Chambers were still sidelined with injuries and thankfully no additional injuries were suffered during the game. Click here to view photos from the Mathis football game and Pep Rally. The Bobcats next face the Stockdale Brahmas Thursday, September 11, at Bobcat Stadium.

Passing         CPT ATT YDS TDS INT LNG
Jake Laster      4  11  27   -   -   -

Rushing         ATT YDS TDS LNG 
Jordan Carter   11   52  -  15
Alex Gonzales    7   14  -   4
Adam Perez       4    4  -   1
Jake Laster      4   -   -   -

Receiving       REC YDS TDS LNG
Adam Perez       3   18  -   7
Rudy Hernandez   1   9   -   9

Defense        SOLO AST TFL INT SACK
Kevin Shumake    4  15   -   -   -
Chris Patrova    3  12   -   1   -
Joe Casarez      2   9   -   -   -
Alex Gonzales    1   8   -   -   1
John Arrisola    1   7   -   -   -
Zach Petrus      1   6   -   -   -
Gavin Vandever   1   5   -   -   -
Jake Laster      1   2   -   -   -
Jordan Carter    1   2   -   -   -
Alejandro Perez  -   8   -   -   -
Adam Perez       -   2   -   -   -
Mark Salinas     -   2   -   -   -
Connor McCarn    -   2   -   -   -
Kevin Ramos      -   1   -   -   -
Jared Wilkinson  -   1   -   -   -
Rudy Hernandez   -   1   -   -   -
Woody Herrera    -   1   -   -   -
Chance Schirmer  -   1   -   -   -

Break Up Pass
Zach Petrus 1

Alejandro Perez runs through a pack of Pirates on a kickoff return.


QB Jake Laster evades a Pirate defender.


Jordan Carter finds some running room.

JV Bobcats Narrowly Defeated by Mathis JV Squad

Thursday the Skidmore-Tynan Bobcat Junior Varsity suffered their first loss of the season in what turned out to be a defensive battle. The final score between the Mathis Pirates Junior Varsity and the Bobcats was 14-6.

The Bobcats kicked off to start the game and the Pirates moved the ball down the field on a 65 yard scoring drive. The Bobcat defense was able to prevent the Pirates from converting the 2 point conversion. On their first two offensive possessions the Bobcats moved the ball both on the ground and through the air, but failed to score when they entered the red zone on both occasions as a result of fumbles. However the Bobcat defense held strong and the score was Mathis 6 Skidmore 0 at halftime. During the second half the Bobcats scored on a 9 yard reception by #30 J.D. White. During a Bobcat 2 point conversion attempt the Pirate defense intercepted a pass and ran it back for 2 points. Both the Bobcat offense and defense continued to fight hard in what ended up being a 14-6 defeat.

Captains for the game were #12 Zach Mengers, #20 Rene Jimenez, #30 J.D. White, and #70 Donato Salinas. -- Submitted by S-TISD Athletics Director Adam Arroyo.

8 Medal at Cross Country Meet

Members of the Skidmore-Tynan Junior High and High School Cross Country team traveled to the Odem Cross Country Meet on Saturday, September 6, 2008. "The kids did a very good job of running this weekend, said coach Joseph Grimes. "We had 8 of the 10 runners bring home medals for their efforts." Rankings and times follow below:

Varsity Girls
Jennifer Pueblo, 12th 15.55
Tabatha Crow, 23rd 18.02

Varsity Boys
Theo Ortiz, 8th 19.53
Kevin Ramos, 23rd 23.38

JV Girls
Samantha Minter, 8th 17.52
Tiffany Adames, 11th 18.55
Andria Gonzalez, 14th 20.10

JV Boys
Travis Weaver, 9th 31.14

JH. High Girls
Cassandra Chambers, 11th 18.33

JH. Boys
Jeffery Ortiz, 1st 14.02

1948-2008, S-TISD Celebrates 60 Years of Education

The Skidmore-Tynan Independent School District will celebrate 60 years of existence during Homecoming week, ending with the football game against Taft on October 10, 2008. In celebration of its first 60 years, the District would like to recognize the “Greats of The Eights”.

In looking back over the years, S-TISD has seen many great students go through its system. That is why we are inviting the community and all grads to come and celebrate 60 years in our pregame activities which will include recognizing those students who graduated in 1948, 1958, 1968, 1978, 1988, 1998 and 2008. If you graduated in one of the “Greats of the Eights” years your admission into the game will be free as well as 2 additional family members. PLEASE REMEMBER THAT ALL GRADUATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO JOIN US, not just the “eights!”

We welcome any group who would like to gather before or after the game and visit about the old times. Please inform the school district if your group would like a place to visit before or after the game.

S-TISD appreciates graduates who have placed their confidence in our school and have been loyal to their alma mater. Please let us take this special time to pay tribute to your part in the District’s success.

If you have any requests for special accommodations or if your class wishes to have a special seating area at the ballgame, please contact Dr. Brett Belmarez at 361-287-3426.

S-T Lions Punt Pass & Kick

The Skidmore-Tynan Lions Club announces their 18th annual Punt, Pass & Kick competition. The event will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, September 20th at Bobcat Stadium. Children ages 7 to 12 (age as of June 30, 2008) will compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies to be awarded at the October 17, home football game versus Banquete. All children will receive a participation ribbon on the day of the competition and 1st place entrants are eligible to advance to District Competition.

Registration forms are being sent home with Elementary and Junior High students. Click here to download the Punt, Pass, & Kick Registration form to your computer. Registration forms are to be turned in the morning of the competition at Bobcat Stadium.

S-TISD Alumni Site Update

Welcome to the latest S-T alums to sign up at the Skidmore-Tynan Alumni website: Audra McGuffin '85, Larry White '77, Melissa Zdansky '84, Heidi Brundrett '93, Candy Stoker '88, and Thomas Doubrava '85.

If you are interested in joining, it's just a one-time $10 sign-up fee to keep in touch with classmates. Visit the Skidmore-Tynan Alumni site.

JV Football Game Moved to Mathis

Coach Arroyo informs the Signal of a change in venue for Thursday's junior varsity football game. The game will be played at 6:00 p.m. in Mathis to accommodate the resurfacing of the track at Bobcat Stadium. The resurfacing is expected to take 5 days, during which time the stadium will be closed to visitors.

Sports Pics - Bobcats Vs. Badgers

Adam Perez recovers a Badger fumble and runs it in for a Bobcat TD.

In a game that was plagued by injuries, the Bobcats fell to the Bishop Badgers 19-8 in the varsity football season opener at Bobcat Stadium. Senior defensive tackle Matt Hernandez was taken away by ambulance midway through the first quarter after suffering an injury to his ribcage. Senior wide receiver Zach Hall was taken to the hospital at halftime with a suspected concussion. Add to this the fact that Cody Chambers, senior linebacker, missed the start of the season with a broken collarbone and it's no wonder the Cats suffered a loss on opening day.

Passing         CPT ATT YDS TD  INT
Jake Laster      7   14  63  -   -
Chris Patrova    1    1  19  -   -

Receiving       REC YDS LG  TD
Rudy Hernandez   1  50  50   -
Sonny Hernandez  1  19  19   -
Joe Casarez      2   7   4   -
Adam Perez       2   3   5   -
Chris Patrova    2   3   2   -

Rushing         ATT YDS LG  TD
Jordan Carter   10  16  13   -
Alex Gonzales    8  15   6   -
Adam Perez       2  13  10   1
Jake Laster      6   -  18   -

Defense        SOLO AST TFL INT SCK
Connor McCarn    3   3   1   -   1
Chris Patrova    2   5   -   1   -
Kevin Shumake    1  13   -   -   -
Taylor Long      1   6   -   -   -
Mark Salinas     1   5   -   -   -
Zach Petrus      1   4   -   -   -
Zach Hall        1   3   -   -   -
Adam Perez       1   3   -   -   -
Jared Wilkinson  1   -   -   -   -
Chance Schirmer  -   5   -   -   -
Sonny Hernandez  -   2   -   -   -
Alejandro Perez  -   2   -   -   -
Jake Laster      -   1   -   -   -
Gavin Vandever   -   1   -   -   -
John Arrisola    -   1   -   -   -
Joe Casarez      -   1   -   -   -
Alex Gonzales    -   1   -   -   -
Sal Soto         -   1   -   -   -
Jonathan Murphey -   1   -   -   -

Fumble Recoveries:
Alejandro Perez 1, Adam Perez 1

Caused Fumbles:
Connor McCarn 2, Jared Wilkinson 1, 
Joe Casarez 1, Chance Schirmer 1 

Blocked Kicks:
Alex Gonzales 1

Chris Patrova intercepts a Badger pass.


Connor McCarn sacks the Badger QB.