The ballparks are silent at the moment as scholastic competition has been shut down for the balance of the spring, so far. Often in the absence of an activity, it serves us well to consider the impact and vitality of that activity. more

The Mineola Yellowjackets were not mathematically out of the playoffs, but the odds were minuscule. Nonetheless, a relaxed and focused Jacket side took the pitch against the Chapel Hill Bulldogs and very nearly produced a season-defining upset. After a full time 1-1 tie, the Jackets were defeated in a shoot-out 6-5. more

Mineola defeated Kemp 9-3 Friday, aided by three-run innings in the third and fifth. more

Mineola’s Sabria Dean added another honor to her long list of accolades, earning the District 12-3A Most Valuable Player in girl’s basketball. Freshman Cacie Lennon of Alba-Golden was named Freshman of the Year. more

Mineola junior Jonah Fischer was named the District 12-3A boys Most Valuable Player while teammate freshman Dawson Pendergrass earned Freshman Player of the Year and fellow freshman T.J. Moreland received accolades as the Newcomer of the Year. more

A storybook comeback fell short in Mineola’s 68-53 loss at the regional-qualifying playoff last Tuesday against Dallas Madison. The game featured intense physical play, excellent shooting and high drama. more

Izzy Tresca of Mineola placed second in her weight class at the regional high school powerlifting meet Saturday in Fairfield and qualified for the state meet. more

In a wild regional qualifying playoff basketball game, the Mineola Yellowjackets fell to the Dallas Madison Trojans 68-53 Tuesday night in Terrell. more

A man is defined by the company he keeps. Ask Mineola student-coach Jaylon Harper about any aspect of his life, and he will patiently list the individuals, by name, who have made a positive impact on him. It is a novel way to speak about one’s life, and it is brilliant in its truthfulness. more

Mineola senior basketball players put on an exhibition last Tuesday in the final district game of the year. Kelby Bruner, Wiley Franks, Kaleb Griffin, Colt Marlow and De’Vontae Stephens started the game and propelled the Jackets to an undefeated district record and a district championship, as Mineola bested Edgewood 66-48. more

The Mineola Lady Jackets secured an area championship Friday with a 37-15 victory over the Pottsboro Cardinals at Greenville High School. Both teams worked hard against the opposing zone defenses, with Mineola holding a significant edge in shooting percentage throughout the game. more

One thing is crystal clear when speaking with Coach Shelby Turner about his Mineola Yellowjackets soccer side: he is proud of them. The work ethic, discipline and character of the team have taken … more