For a team that has relied all season on speed and explosive plays, the Whitney Wildcats needed every bit of that identity Friday night. The Wildcats raced out to a huge early lead, weathered a furious Winnsboro comeback, and then regained control late to secure a 45–38 area-round win at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium in Rockwall — … Continue reading Whitney races past Winnsboro, reaches third round of playoffs
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Wildcats claim first district title in six years with win over rival West
The Whitney Wildcats will play a bi-district playoff game in Irving Thursday after defeating West to earn a district championship Friday. The Whitney Wildcats left no doubt Friday night, capping the regular season with a statement win and their first district championship since 2018. Behind another dazzling all-around performance from junior quarterback Kobe Haynes, the … Continue reading Wildcats claim first district title in six years with win over rival West
Whitney and Aquilla chase district titles, eye deep playoff runs
Two Hill County football programs — the Whitney Wildcats and the Aquilla Cougars — have been building toward this moment all season. Both have already punched their playoff tickets. Both are undefeated in district play.And this Friday night, each will take the field with a chance to claim an outright district championship against a long-time … Continue reading Whitney and Aquilla chase district titles, eye deep playoff runs
Whitney tames Black Cats, wins 59–25 in weather-shifted matchup
A day early and right on time. With the game moved up to Thursday night because of severe weather forecasts, the Whitney Wildcats didn’t miss a beat. Whitney dominated from start to finish, blasting Mexia 59–25 in a statement win that highlighted the team’s growing balance and confidence. The victory moved the Wildcats to 6–2 … Continue reading Whitney tames Black Cats, wins 59–25 in weather-shifted matchup
Wildcats win ‘Battle of Hill County’ 70-44
Pictured is junior Kobe Haynes as the Wildcats went on a fast-paced scoring spree in Hillsboro Friday. The Whitney Wildcats made it a long night for Hillsboro as they beat the Eagles 70-44 Friday, September 12, at John P. Erwin Stadium in Hillsboro. Hillsboro won the toss, elected to defer and kicked an onside kick … Continue reading Wildcats win ‘Battle of Hill County’ 70-44
‘Cats come back to take area series
The Whitney Wildcats earned a Class 3A area championship after beating Fairfield in a best-of-three game series played last week in Ennis. Whitney will face Orangefield in the next round, with a three-game series at Rusk High School Thursday, Friday and Saturday (if needed). The Whitney High School varsity baseball team advanced to the University … Continue reading ‘Cats come back to take area series
Cats Fall To Palmer In Bi-District
The Whitney High School boys varsity basketball team lost to Palmer 60-39 in the Class 1A Division I Region III Bi-District Championships Tuesday, February 18. The game featured four quarters of physical basketball with Palmer pulling away in the final period. Pictured above is K.J. O’Hearn taking a shot against the Bulldogs. The Whitney Wildcats … Continue reading Cats Fall To Palmer In Bi-District
Wildcats swat Bumblebees 76-30
Pictured is #33, senior fullback Dalton Neagle. The Whitney Wildcats came out swinging against the Little River Academy Bumblebees Friday night at Wildcat Stadium. It was the Wildcats' final non-district contest, and the eye-opening 76-30 victory showcased why Whitney will be a force to be reckoned with for the remainder of the season. The Wildcats … Continue reading Wildcats swat Bumblebees 76-30
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