The Gonzales Inquirer

Coach: We will try to fix things that are very fixable

Despite scoring just once in last week’s season debut, the Shiner St. Paul Cardinals understand their mistakes on the field are “very fixable,” according to head coach Jake … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 9/6/18

The Gonzales Lady Apaches won their first area championship ever in track and field. UIL added the area meet in between the district meet and the regional meet seven years ago. Of the area qualifiers, six will be traveling to compete in 11 of the 17 events.

Lady Apaches win area track title

After falling short of a district title, the Gonzales Lady Apache area qualifiers won multiple gold medals to propel the team to an area championship, their first since UIL added the area meet to the … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 4/25/19

The primarily focus will be on the run game for the Apaches offense this Friday as they take on Austin Crockett and their “50” defensive formation at home.

Alignment, assignment key for defense

The Apaches play their first of four home games this season on Friday against the 5A Austin Crockett Cougars (0-1). Gonzales (0-1) comes in to the game after a tough loss last week, with head coach … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 9/6/18

Shiner St. Paul announces volleyball postseason awards

SHINER — The Shiner St. Paul Lady Cardinals were undefeated district champions this season in a year where they advanced to the state semifinals before losing to Austin Waldorf in four sets last … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 11/15/18

District 30-4A announces volleyball awards

GONZALES —Two Lady Apaches were named to the first-team All District 30-4A while others were honorably mentioned in a list released this week. Sophomore Hayley Sample and senior Chelsie Hastings … more

By Jose Torres

Managing Editor | 11/15/18

Cardinals head to playoffs honing on consistent play

SHINER — At this point of the season, records don’t matter. What does matter is the Shiner St. Paul Cardinals got to the playoffs and have a shot, just like the other 11 teams in the TAPPS … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 11/15/18

Second-seeded Apaches start playoffs Thursday

GONZALES — With the excitement of a tri-district championship wearing off, the Gonzales Apaches (5-5, 3-1) now have their eyes set at achieving another goal, which is a deep playoff run in the … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 11/15/18

Elijah Holiday (7) busts out a 59 yard touchdown run in Gonzales' 35-0 lead at the half over Austin Crockett.

Defensive domination

GONZALES — At the half, the Gonzales Apaches (0-1) are dominating the Austin Crockett Cougars (0-1) 35-0 at home. The Apaches defense have given up just two first downs in the first half, both … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 9/7/18

Seth Gibson (5) had four touchdowns and nearly 200 yards rushing in Gonzales' 35-15 victory over Kingsville in the bi-district round.

Next man up

JOURDANTON -- This bi-district champion Gonzales Apaches look nothing like the Week 1 Gonzales Apaches. Injuries have forced the Apaches to move players to different positions, but that “next man … more

By Jose Torres

Managing Editor | 11/15/18

The Apaches defense frustrated Austin-Crockett all night in a 42-8 rout at home. Gonzales moved to 1-1 while the Cougars dropped to 0-2.

Apaches rout Austin Crockett 42-8

GONZALES — Leave no doubt.The Gonzales Apaches (1-1) had a dominant performance in their home opener, taking down the Austin Crockett Cougars 42-8 at home. The team leaned on their running game … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 9/7/18

Cardinals advance after stellar run performance

SHINER -- In a game with nearly 650 combined rushing yards, it was Shiner St. Paul who came away with the victory as the home Cardinals took down Legacy Prep Christian Academy 48-14. Leading the … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 11/18/18

Trent Wilkerson turned to "Coach Wilkerson" Friday night. An injury forced the senior defensive tackle to use his talents to be another coach for the team. The Apaches would win 42-8 over Austin Crockett.

Gonzales' defense shows out in 42-8 romp

*Editor’s Note: All unofficial stats used in this article were taken by the Inquirer. Official stats will be updated at a later time. GONZALES — Donning a black sleeve with the phrase … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 9/8/18

Junior High Scorecard - Sept. 26 - Oct. 2

Gonzales 8th grade teams sweep SA Brooks Academy The Gonzales 8th grade B team defeated San Antonio Brooks Academy in two sets, (25-16, 25-9). In the first set Mammarella scored six points, … more

From Staff Reports | 10/3/19

The Gonzales Lady Apaches are fighting for a playoff spot as they host San Antonio Brooks Academy (0-5) on Friday to end the first half of District 30-4A play.

Volleyball briefs - Sept. 26 - Oct. 2

Lady Apaches take on SA Brooks to conclude first half of district play The Lady Apaches knocked off Poteet last Friday at home for their first District 30-4A win of the season. Gonzales then … more

From Staff Reports | 10/3/19

Sports Briefs - Dec. 18-25

Apaches outscore Pettus on the road The Gonzales Apaches boys basketball team knocked off Pettus on the road 58-37 in a non-district bout. The Apaches travel to Goliad for a tournament this … more

From Staff Reports

sports@gonzalesinquirer.com | 12/26/19

Area football previews & recaps

Nixon-Smiley heads to bye after homecoming loss The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs (2-3) gave up 35 straight points before scoring a touchdown of their own in a homecoming 63-28 loss last Friday night to … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 10/3/19

Apache defensive end honorably mentioned

Gonzales Apache senior defensive end Lion Williamson (4) was honorably mentioned by the Texas Associated Press Sports Editors as an all-state linebacker in their APSE Class 4A all-state football list … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 12/26/19

Sports Briefs - March 5-11

Lady Apaches golfers placed thirdThe Gonzales Lady Apaches golf team recently placed third at the Buckhorn Tournament in Comfort this past week. Kiley Allen placed first overall at the meet. The Lady … more

Compiled by José Torres

Managing Editor | 3/12/20

Autumn Rodriguez (2) knocks down a kill in Nixon-Smiley’s four-set loss to Stockdale.

Mustangs lose close in four sets against rivals

The Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustangs (0-2) dropped a home match against their rival Stockdale Lady Brahmas (2-0) on Tuesday, losing in four sets (25-13, 23-25, 25-19, 25-19). The District 27-3A game was a … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 10/3/19

Mustangs announce all-district selections

Nixon-Smiley announced their all-district selections, honoring the Mustang football players whose elite play helped push the team to the playoffs this season. Making it to the first-team offense … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 12/26/19