Athletics News

Rangers sign former WC catcher
Rangers sign former WC catcher

July 26, 2024

Former Weatherford College catcher Cal Stark has signed a free agent contract with the Texas Rangers. 

Hill College wins a pair of National Titles at the 2024 College National Finals Rodeo
Hill College wins a pair of National Titles at the 2024 College National Finals Rodeo

July 18, 2024

A pair of Hill College cowboys were crowned National Champions following Saturday’s conclusion of a week-long 2024 College National Finals Rodeo at the Fort Wyoming Center in Casper, Wyoming.

Highlander's Reyes named Academic All-American
Highlander's Reyes named Academic All-American

July 17, 2024

McLennan softball's Katia Reyes is one of 20 student-athletes from across the nation named to the 2023-24 Academic All-America Women's At-Large Team in the College Division by College Sports Communicators (CSC).

Highlanders' Rose chosen by Rangers in MLB draft
Highlanders' Rose chosen by Rangers in MLB draft

July 17, 2024

McLennan catcher Mac Rose was selected by the Texas Rangers on the final day of the 2024 Major League Baseball (MLB) Draft.

Padres select WC’s Wells in MLB Draft
Padres select WC’s Wells in MLB Draft

July 17, 2024

The San Diego Padres selected Weatherford College centerfielder Kasen Wells in the 16th round of the Major League Baseball Draft Tuesday.

Mets select WC alum Woodward in MLB Draft
Mets select WC alum Woodward in MLB Draft

July 17, 2024

The New York Mets selected Weatherford College alumnus Owen Woodward in the 15th round of the Major League Baseball Draft Tuesday.

Yankees select WC alum Green in MLB Draft
Yankees select WC alum Green in MLB Draft

July 17, 2024

The New York Yankees selected Weatherford College alumnus Austin Green in the 14th round of the Major League Baseball Draft Tuesday.

Dodgers select WC’s Morse in MLB Draft
Dodgers select WC’s Morse in MLB Draft

July 17, 2024

The Los Angeles Dodgers selected Weatherford College pitcher Cody Morse in the 12th round of the Major League Baseball Draft Tuesday.

Ranger College's Llew Rust Honored as the 2024 National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association Coach of the Year
Ranger College's Llew Rust Honored as the 2024 National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association Coach of the Year

July 06, 2024

Ranger College's Llew Rust has been named the 2024 Coach of the Year by the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA).

2024 WJCAC All-Academic Team
2024 WJCAC All-Academic Team

July 06, 2024

The 2024 WJCAC All-Academic Teams were released recently.

Odessa College Names David Wood Head Baseball Coach
Odessa College Names David Wood Head Baseball Coach

June 27, 2024

Odessa College announced that Coach David Wood had accepted the position as the new head baseball coach for the OC Wranglers baseball program.

Johnson named regional Coach of the Year
Johnson named regional Coach of the Year

June 26, 2024

McLennan Baseball's Tyler Johnson was named the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA)/ATEC NJCAA Division I Southwest Region Coach of the Year.

Fortenberry named DI Pitcher of the Year
Fortenberry named DI Pitcher of the Year

June 26, 2024

Weatherford College’s Robert Fortenberry is the 2024 National Junior College Athletic Association DI Baseball Pitcher of the Year.

Thunderbirds Finish 3rd in Daktronics Cup
Thunderbirds Finish 3rd in Daktronics Cup

June 18, 2024

New Mexico Junior College finished third in the 2023-24 Daktronics Cup with a total of 162.5 points.

Coyotes continue CNFR streak with strong performances
Coyotes continue CNFR streak with strong performances

June 18, 2024

All three Coyotes representing Weatherford College at the College National Finals Rodeo placed in at least one round of their respective competitions last week.

WC breakaway ropers contend at national finals
WC breakaway ropers contend at national finals

June 16, 2024

Weatherford College is in its 19th consecutive College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyoming, and its two breakaway ropers are in contention to make Saturday’s finals.