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Tiger Times

Securing The College Dream

Securing The College Dream

Story by Palin Nichols and Reagan Crow December 5, 2025

Pride and excitement filled the room on Dec. 3, 2025,  as six talented student-athletes officially signed their letters of intent to compete at the collegiate level. The signing day ceremony highlighted...

On Monday, Oct. 27, the University Interscholastic League (UIL) announced a new regulation banning foreign exchange students from participating in varsity sports in Texas, in the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. The UIL stated the ban aims to maintain competitive balance and protect the integrity of high school sports, while critics argue it may reduce inclusion and diversity that enrich athletic programs.

Varsity Bans Unfold

Story by Palin Nichols, Sports Editor December 4, 2025

Texas High School welcomes foreign exchange students every year, many of whom want the full experience of living in the United States and participating in Tiger athletics, but one rule will change everything....

Senior David Mayo aligns his putt at the Jay Brewer Memorial Golf Tournament on Nov. 7, 2025.

The Classic on Home Turf

Story by Natalie Debenport, Opinion Editor November 19, 2025

The crisp, cool wind blows through the air as golf teams from all over the region gather around the driving range, warming up to take home a win. Every year, the Texas High golf team hosts one girls’...

With smiles on their faces, the Lady Tiger volleyball seniors pose for a photo with Assistant Coach Robin Holland. After countless hours of practice and numerous days spent at competitions, the Lady Tigers' volleyball season officially reached an end.

Set For Glory

Story by Parker Allison, Staff Writer November 17, 2025

Players soar through the air and sneakers squeak on the polished court floor as six girls unite through sweat and tears to achieve their goals, finishing on top when the final point scores. After countless...

Senior Elizabeth Sharp takes a deep breath as she powers through her race. On Sept. 7, 2025, Texas High held the third annual Tiger Invitational Cross Country meet and represented the school with remarkable perseverance.

Across the Finish Line

Story by Sage Stussy, Staff Writer September 15, 2025

At 6:00 a.m., most students do one thing and one thing only: sleep; however, this does not include members of the Texas High Cross Country team, who are already up and running, preparing for their next...

Senior Peyton Walker tackles a player on the opposing team during the Orange vs White Watermelon Supper scrimmage. Under the new leadership of senior quarterback Kameron Wrightner, the team works to build chemistry and adapt to his style of play, which challenges defenses and demands a versatile approach.

Preparing for Victory

Story by Palin Nichols, Sports Editor August 21, 2025

With the upcoming football season on the horizon, the Texas High Tigers emphasize ongoing growth through intensive practice, strength development and careful planning. Drawing motivation from last year’s...

Despite making up nearly half of all athletes, women's sports comprise an average of 15% of total sports media coverage. This fact dismays many female athletes, crushing their passion for their sports. The issue surrounding this subject discourages many female athletes at Texas High, especially those who don’t play a popular or highly fantasized sport.

Level the Playing Field

Story by Jillian Tyler, staff writer March 6, 2025

Despite making up nearly half of all athletes, women's sports comprise an average of 15% of total sports media coverage. This fact dismays many female athletes, crushing their passion for their sports....

Junior Maya Olsen races in the 100 Fly at the Tyler Tri-Meet. On Sat., January 25 the TigerSharks will compete in their annual district meet at Texarkana College.

Eye on the prize

Story by Parker Allison, Staff Writer January 24, 2025

Throughout their season, the Texas High TigerSharks have continuously dominated their competition to advance into their championship meets with a flawless record. On Sat., January 25 the TigerSharks will...

Coach Toby Watson talks strategy with varsity tennis players at the John Watson Tennis courts during the match against Pleasant Grove High School earlier this year.

Beyond the baseline

Story by Reagan Crow and Natalie Laguna December 12, 2024

Building relationships and improving techniques, the young Texas High tennis team strives to improve for the next season.  Tennis coaches Ann Tarwater and Toby Watson lead the varsity tennis team through...

Tradarian Ball exits the field for the last time in the 2024 football season as the Port Neches-Groves fans and players celebrate a turnover on downs in the last minutes of the 5A Division II playoff game on Nov. 22, 2024. Texas High led the entire game until late in the fourth quarter when PNG scored the final touchdown to win with a score of 31-28.

A season to remember

Story by Catie Loomis, sports editor December 5, 2024

From March to the end of November, the Texas High Tigers toiled for their chance to play for the UIL 5A Division II State Championship. However, on November 29, the Texas Tigers' 2024 football season ended...

Junior Kylie Perkins hits ball back to the opposing team. The Texas Tigers played against the Lufkin Panthers Oct. 27, 2024

Spiken wins

Story by Catie Loomis, Sports Editor November 5, 2024

The battle between win and lose is fierce with the Texas High Volleyball team. After a series of wins the Tigers were ready to bring all that they had to Hallsville which resulted in a devastating loss...

Junior Tadarian Ball runs with the ball at the end of a play. The Texas Tigers played Tyler Leagacy on Aug. 29, 2024

Behind the ball

Story by Catie Loomis, sports editor November 1, 2024

It starts with a whistle and ends with one crowd cheering, players perform on a gridiron stage 100 yards wide, for four years the crowd sees players come and go under the cast of the stadium lights: this...

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