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Apaches score in final seconds to trip Tigers, 52-44

When it comes to the Gonzales Apaches and close games — to quote Yogi Berra (and Lenny Kravitz) — “It ain’t over ‘til it’s over.” Despite surrendering a … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 10/24/22

Lady Apaches let victory slip out of grasp against Fox Tech

The Gonzales Lady Apaches had Friday’s match against the San Antonio Fox Tech Lady Buffaloes in their grasp and let it go. The Lady Apaches took the first two games in their match, 26-24 and … more

By Lew K. Cohn, Inquirer Publisher | 10/10/22

Apaches prep for district opener at Caldwell

The Gonzales Apaches returned from their bye week last Friday, and they are prepping for their district opener on the road against Caldwell Friday, Oct. 7. District play kicked off for many Texas … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 10/6/22

Lady Apaches swept by La Vernia

The Gonzales Lady Apaches were handed a season sweep by La Vernia in a three-set loss (12-25, 15-25, 16-25) Friday, Oct. 4. The Lady Apaches struggled against La Vernia in the first set allowing … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 10/6/22

Lady Mustangs loses to Randolph in four sets

The Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustangs drop their third district game against the Randolph Ro-Hawks Friday, Sept. 30. The Lady Mustangs lost in four sets against Randolph (11-25, 25-0, 14-25, 13-25) and … more

FROM STAFF REPORTS | 10/6/22

Marion hands Lady Mustangs their fourth district loss

The Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustangs lose to the Marion Lady Bulldogs in five sets (2-3) Tuesday, Oct. 4, at home. Marion completed the season sweep of Nixon-Smiley; the Lady Mustangs fell to the Lady … more

FROM STAFF REPORT | 10/6/22

Mustangs defense holds off Karnes City Badgers

The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs grabbed a huge 20-13 win over the Karnes City Badgers Friday, Sept. 30 at their home game. The Mustangs defense had a strong performance against Karnes City forcing an … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 10/6/22

Lady Mustangs loses to Northern Oaks, sweeps Luling

The Nixon Smiley Lady Mustangs lost their second district game of the season against Northern Oaks, Friday, Sept. 23, at home. The Lady Mustangs fell to the Griffins in five sets (18-25, 25-23, … more

From staff reports | 9/30/22

Mustangs wins district opener over Comfort

The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs snapped a three-game losing streak in their 40-34 district opening win over the Comfort Bobcats on the road Friday, Sept. 23. The Mustangs made the statement at the … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/30/22

Lady Apaches rocket past San Antonio JFK

The Gonzales Lady Apaches got their first look at San Antonio JFK Lady Rockets at home on Friday, Sept. 23, and must have liked what they saw. The Lady Apaches took control early in the match and … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 9/30/22

Lady Apaches loses to Cuero in tough battle

The Gonzales Lady Apaches went toe-to-toe in a tough road district match against their rival Cuero Tuesday, Sept. 27. The Lady Apaches fell to the Gobblers in four sets (20-25, 25-21, 25-27, … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/30/22

Yoakum scores early, often in 42-15 win over Gonzales

Friday night’s game against the host Yoakum Bulldogs saw the Gonzales Apaches get only six offensive snaps in the first quarter, compared to 20 for Yoakum. By the time the first 12 minutes … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 9/24/22

Apaches overcome adversity to collar Bulldogs, 27-13

The great John Wooden once said “Adversity is the state in which man most easily becomes acquainted with himself, being especially free of admirers then.” The Gonzales Apaches … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 9/10/22

Come & Take It memorial golf tournament draws near

The Gonzales High School Class of 1964 and Community Foundation of the Gonzales Area (CFGA), a 501(c)(3) organization, join forces each year to hold a golf tournament which honors the county’s … more

Special to the Inquirer | 9/8/22

Lady Mustangs beats Yoakum in five sets

The Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustangs had their backs against the wall against the Yoakum Lady Bulldogs, Wednesday, Aug. 31, at home. Originally, the game was scheduled in Yoakum, but due to threats made … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/8/22

Lady Mustangs lose second straight match

The Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustangs (6-8) closed out their non-district matches with a three-set loss to the Shiner Lady Comanches (17-9) on Tuesday, Sept. 6. The Lady Mustangs kept all three sets as … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/8/22

Lady Apaches sweep Ganado

The Lady Apaches bounced back from their loss to Edna with a win over the Ganado Indians on Friday, Sept. 2. Gonzales swept the Indians in three sets — 25-18, 25-21, 25-10. Kristyn … more

From staff reports | 9/8/22

Apaches’ offense stalls out in second half against La Vernia

After beginning the game with a 70-yard touchdown, the Gonzales Apaches’ offense stalled in their 38-10 loss to La Vernia on Friday, Sept. 2. The game was tied between the Apaches and the … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/8/22

Three Rivers scores two late TDs to escape Niixon-Smiley, 31-20

Nixon-Smiley head football coach and AD Troy Moses knew when he scheduled Three Rivers for the home opener, his team would be in for a battle that would require playing tough for all 48 minutes. … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 9/4/22

Mustangs rushes through SA Christian in opener

Nixon-Smiley Mustangs kicked their season off with a loud bang on the road against the San Antonio Christian Lions. Nixon-Smiley triumphed over the Lions, 48-27, in the first game of the 2022 … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 8/29/22