Panola College
February 20, 2017 - For the first time in history, the Fillies of Panola College beat Trinity Valley Community College, 64-39.
While holding Trinity Valley to only 26% shooting on the night and forcing 20 turnovers, the Panola Fillies found themselves beating #10 in the nation, last Saturday night. From the start of the game, the Fillies had control and never let up. They opened the first quarter on a 12-2 run, and held TVCC to 6 points.
With a 29-19 lead into half time, the Fillies were tied in turnovers at 10 a piece. But in the second half, PC would only add 3 more, while forcing another 10 for TVCC. PC also won the rebound battle, 31-30. Freshman Genesis Rivera led all-scores, putting up a solid 21 points. Freshman Patience Okpe added a spectacular 10 points as well and added 3 assists.
The Fillies are now 10-6 in conference, sitting in the fifth-place spot, and 19-7 overall. The Fillies will continue with another competitive game against #18 Tyler Junior College, in Tyler on Wednesday, February 22nd at 5:30 p.m.
Submitted by Nalani Hernandez
February 19, 2017 - Carthage, Texas – The Panola College men’s basketball team defeated 12th ranked Trinity Valley Community College here Saturday afternoon, 94-87. Panola’s win streak has now reached six. The victory propels their record to 19-7 and 11-4 in Region 14 play. “Our guys did a tremendous job executing the game plan.” Head Coach Grant McMillan stated. “We battled all night and had multiple people step up.” He added.
Panola found themselves in control much of the first half as they held a 47-38 halftime lead. Trinity Valley gained some momentum in the second half as they tied the ball game up at 68 with just under 11:00 minutes remaining. A TJ Killings three pointer and Devyn Wilson netted 5 straight points to give the Ponies a 78-74 lead with less than 7:00 minutes to play. Trinity could not cut the lead to less than four points. Down the stretch both teams put on a free throw clinic but Panola would not give up any ground.
Leading the way for Panola was Devyn Wilson who scorched the nets for 34 points. Wilson made six three pointers and went 14-16 from the free throw line. Tope Arikawe chipped in with 13 points. Eric McGill and Keith Hayes both scored 11 points, respectively. As a team, Panola shot 45 percent from three and forced 15 Trinity Valley turnovers.
Panola continues Region 14 play when they head to Tyler, Texas to take on Tyler Junior College. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM on the campus of TJC.
Submitted by Adam Blaylock
February 17, 2017 - Beginning in fall 2017, Panola College will offer an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree and a Level 1 certificate in Ranch and Land Management. Students who wish to pursue an advanced degree beyond the AAS may transfer to Stephen F. Austin State University to work toward a bachelor of applied arts and sciences degree.
Dr. Joe Shannon, Vice President for Instruction, said the new degree and certificate will benefit Panola College students who are interested in enhancing their knowledge of agricultural productivity and land stewardship.
“We have worked diligently for more than a year to create this new opportunity for our students,” he said.
An advisory board worked with Panola College to design and implement the new degree program. Board members include Lee Dudley, Texas A&M Agri-Life; Chris Adams, Bird & Crawford Forestry; Lee Anderson, Texas Forest Service; Dr. John Ray; Ken Smith, Hancock Forestry; Tim L. Holland, Certified Forester; Stephen A. McInnis, Southern Power Company; Joe Shaw, Southeast Recruiter-Trainer, Davey Tree Company; Ron Hufford, Director, Texas Forestry Association; Kevin Schmidt, Owner, Doodley Dee’s Farms; Mike Fox, Member, Cattleman’s Association; Jack Dillard; Cody Bush; and James Houser, Vice President, Forest Resources Management.
The AAS degree and certificate are designed to promote conservation, management, maintenance and productivity of farm and ranch land, with emphasis on livestock grazing, habitat, water, recreation, minerals, and agricultural uses.
Courses approved for the degree include ranch and land management construction skills, introduction to mechanical engines, animal science, basic electrical theory, introduction to welding, basic hydraulics, forage and pasture management, beef cattle production, soil science, wild pig management and control, management and biology of whitetail deer, pond construction and management, and entomology.
In addition, to earn the AAS degree students will complete core curriculum courses in basic academic areas.
Students who complete the AAS at Panola will be able to transfer those credits to Stephen F. Austin State University to pursue a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences degree in Agricultural Technology. This partnership with SFASU also applies to students in Panola College’s energy technology disciplines.
Previously, technical coursework counted toward associate degrees completed at Panola College. With approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, technical coursework toward associate of applied science degrees in these areas of specialization are now counted as course credit for the BAAS degree at SFASU.
“Our students and regional employers have expressed a need for bachelor’s degree options for technical fields. We are proud to have been able to meet this need through a partnership with SFA, the university of choice for most of our students,” Dr. Shannon says.
For more information, contact Natalie Oswalt at Panola College, email noswalt@panola.edu or call 936-591-9075.
February 17, 2017 - Panola College Theater students will take their show on the road March 1-4 when they perform “Kabuki Lady Macbeth” at The Kennedy Center American College Theater Regional Festival at Angelo State University in San Angelo. The invitation to this elite event was extended after the production won 17 awards at the KCACTF Texas State Festival in October, according to Freddy Mason, Dean of Liberal Arts & Sciences.
In preparation for the regional competition, the theatre department will perform the play at 6 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 23 (doors open at 5:45), and at 7 p.m., Friday, Feb. 24 (doors open at 6:45), in the Q.M. Martin Auditorium on the Panola College Campus. Panola College family and local high school students will be admitted free. Adults are invited to make a donation to this fundraising event to assist with the travel and lodging expenses for the theater students’ trip to San Angelo for the regional competition.
Region 6 encompasses five states: Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. Being invited as a showcase event for the regional festival is quite an honor, says Karen King, professor of theater.
“Of all the plays performed at state, only two were selected for the regional festival. The region consists of more than 350 participating productions, and Panola was one of 18-25 other schools in the running to represent the region. I am thrilled that we have received this recognition,” King says.
“Kabuki Lady Macbeth” was written by Karen Sunde, and is an eastern take on Shakespeare’s famous tale of ambition and murder. The production mixes eastern style theater with western traditions. At the Texas State Festival, Panola garnered the Respondents and Director’s awards. Earning nominations for the Irene Ryan Acting Award were Panola College student actors Sara Trahan, Julian Johnson and Joseph Allred.
Other awards from the state festival include Nikki Lawhorn and Tristan Smith for dramaturgy; KiKi Woodson for make-up and hair design; Shannon Henshaw for make-up and mask design; Tristan Smith for scenic design; Kylee Flanary for lighting design; Emily Jolly for prop design; Laci Sepulvado for costume design; Wyatt Windham for performance; and Braden Wood for sound design. The entire cast and crew won the ensemble award, and Karen King, professor of theater, won the directing award.
The Region 6 festival will showcase Tarrant County College-Southeast, the University of New Orleans, Texas Wesleyan University, and West Texas A&M University, along with the showcase production by Panola College.
“The showcase production was chosen by the regional committee because of the quality of the total body of work. We are an invited production, but with the word ‘showcase’ added to the title. This is a higher level of the regular theater competition and affords students the opportunity to display their work,” King says.
The next level of performance after regionals would be an all-expenses-paid trip to the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. in April to attend the national festival. Students are also eligible for cash awards, scholarships, and honors from the organization.
Performance times are not set yet, but King says “Kabuki Lady Macbeth” will be performed twice on Friday, March 3. Participating students will also compete in design, dramaturgy, and acting, along with attending workshops and other productions. Saturday, March 4, all participating students will have networking opportunities to meet with recruiters from colleges and universities.
Cast includes Wyatt Windham, Emmalee Tomaszweski, Kayla Featherston, Sarah Funderburk, Sarah Trahan, Kyndall Branton, Joseph Allred, Julian Johnson, Jaramie Martin, Caleb Wilson, Yancy Flores, Cameron Johnson, Chris Caudle, Allan Avendano, Christina Patterson, Keely Armstrong, Kassandra Escobar, Enolia Snogsbiean, and Jayne Fuller.
Crew members include Nikki Lawhorn, Tristan Smith, Lacie Sepulvado, Big MaK Lindsey, Taylor Ries, Julia Prewitt, Caleb Wilson, Kylee Flanary, KiKi Woodson, Jayne Fuller, Emily Jolly, T. Loftis, Dallas O’Donnell, Chris Caudle, Amanda Nachman, Allyssa Woods, Jessica Smith, Jessie Smith, Little Wyatt, Brandon Castillo, Leonard Maxwell, and Wyatt Williams.
Submitted by Donna Yates
February 13, 2017 - In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the 1977 National Championship Team, the Fillies stepped out onto the court against Coastal Bend College and won, 81-65. After the game, the Fillies shared some stories with some alumni from different decades and brought in their 18th win on the season.
The team shot 44% on the night which has been an improvement in the previous weeks. Panola was able to bring down 40 rebounds, 19 of those being offensive. Sophomore Genesis Rivera led the Fillies with 14 points. Sophomore Denasia Watson and Fresman Daria Eremeeva added 12 and Freshman Stefany Lourenco added 11.
The Fillies have a bye this Wednesday and will continue Conference play against #1 Trinity Valley on Saturday, February 18th, at 2:00 p.m.
February 13, 2017 - The Panola baseball team was at home once again this past weekend as they welcomed Coastal Bend College from Beeville Texas. Panola took two out of three from a much improved Coastal Bend team. With the victories Panola extends their record to 7-2 on the season. Panola will travel to Wesson Mississippi this weekend to take on Copiah Lincoln C.C. on Friday February 17th and then travel across town to play Hinds C.C. in Raymond Mississippi on Saturday February 18th. The next home game for Panola is on February 24th when they host the Texas Post Grad Academy for a double header at Jim Reeves Memorial Field at 2:00pm.
Panola College Grabs Lead In Sixth Inning For Victory Over Coastal Bend College
Panola took an early lead in the first inning. With two outs in the first inning Andrew Pace (Beaumont, TX) drove in one run when he doubled in the top of the fifth inning, Coastal Bend tied things up at three when Carter from CBCC doubled on the first pitch of the at bat in the fifth inning, scoring two runs. Panola took the lead for good with four runs in the sixth inning. In the sixth Julian Flores (Richland, TX) doubled driving in two runs.
Cayne Ueckert (Jasper, TX) earned the win for Panola. He pitched five innings, surrendering three runs, five hits, striking out seven, and walking one. Two relievers helped Panola close out the victory. Miles Dunn (Conroe, TX) threw two and two-thirds innings. Colton Brasher (Hallsville, TX) recorded the last four outs to earn the save for Panola.
Flores, Logan Bailey (Hallsville, TX), Christian Boulware (Dallas, TX), and Cameron Jacobs (Shreveport, LA) each collected three hits to lead Ponies in hitting. Panola was sure-handed and didn't commit a single error. Boulware made the most plays with 12.
Coastal Bend Proved To Be Too Much In Game Two Of The Series
Panola College couldn't keep up with Coastal Bend College in game two of the series and fell 8-3 in game one of the double header on Friday at Jim Reeves Memorial Field in Carthage.
Coastal Bend captured the lead in the second inning. Eschenberger of CBCC homered on the first pitch of the at bat in the second inning, scoring one run. In the bottom of the second inning,
Panola tied things up at one. Coastal Bend took the lead for good with one run in the third inning. In the third Carter of CBCC homered off of Logan Bailey (Hallsville, TX), driving in one run. Coastal Bend scored five runs in the seventh inning. The big inning for Coastal Bend came thanks to a single by Murilo, a triple by Overstreet, a single by Eschenberger, and a single by Lee.
Bailey took his first loss of the season. He pitched three innings, giving up two runs, three hits, striking out three, and walking one.
Home runs for Coastal Bend came when Carter homered in the third inning, Hausman homered in the sixth inning, and Eschenberger homered in the second inning.
Colby Price (Nederland, TX), Colton Oberthier (Hallsville, TX), Austin Blakeley (Hallsville, TX), Bailey, Chandler Morris (The Woodlands, TX), and Cameron Jacobs (Shreveport, LA) all had one hit to lead Panola in hitting.
Coastal Bend collected 11 hits. Resendez, Eschenberger, Carter, and Lee each collected multiple hits for Coastal Bend . Coastal Bend didn't commit a single error in the field. Lee had seven chances in the field, the most on the team.
A Six RBI Day For Colby Price Leads Panola College Past Coastal Bend College In Game Three
Panola College defeated Coastal Bend College 9-4 on Friday thanks in part to Colby Price (Nederland, TX), who drove in six runners. Price drove in runs on a single in the second, a single in the fourth, and a home run in the sixth.
Coastal Bend captured the lead in the first inning. Resendez homered on the very first pitch of the game in the first inning, scoring one run. In the bottom of the first inning, Panola tied things up at one. An error scored one run for Panola. Panola scored three runs in the sixth inning. Panola scored its runs on a home run by Price. Panola took the lead for good with two runs in the second inning. In the second Price singled off of Cook, driving in two runs.
Ryan Ratliff (Emory, TX) earned the win for Panola. He threw two innings, surrendering two runs, three hits, striking out one, and walking zero.
Kyle Rogers (Manvel,TX) started the game for Panola. He tossed two innings, giving up one run, three hits, striking out two, and walking one.
Home runs for Panola came when Price homered in the sixth inning and Christian Boulware (Dallas, TX) homered in the third inning.
Panola collected ten hits. Price, Duke Ellis (Nacogdoches, TX), Boulware, and George Valdez (Forney, TX) each collected multiple hits for Panola. Panola didn't commit a single error in the field. Boulware had the most chances in the field with six.
Coastal Bend had eight hits in the game. Resendez and Johnson each collected multiple hits for Coastal Bend. Resendez went 4-for-4 at the plate as he led the team with three runs batted in.
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Submitted by Brandon Benton
February 10, 2017 Carthage, Texas - The website Coachstat.net has included Panola College men's basketball assistant Adam Blaylock on their list of the top 25 junior college assistants. The article mentions his part in one of the biggest NJCAA turnarounds last season and the more than 20 student-athletes placed to four year universities.
The article sites that three of the four players that Panola sent division 1 last year were on the perimeter, Blaylock's area of player development. Prior to his arrival to Panola, Blaylock was an assistant at Northeast Nebraska for five seasons, where he was associated with 98 wins.
Panola is currently 17-7 and 9-4 in Region 14 play. In the two years as assistant, Panola has already accumulated 41 wins.
February 9, 2017 - The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo, one of the largest Rodeos in the World, will be Showcasing the top Collegiate Rodeo Teams from across the Southern and Southwest Region of the NIRA. The Panola Team has had 8 athletes selected to participate in the Sunday afternoon rodeo this weekend in San Antonio.
Representing Panola College will be:
Abby Phillips - Marshall, TX - Barrel Racing
Logan Cook - Alto, TX - Saddle Bronc/Calf Roping
Travis Chapman - Woodville, TX - Bareback
Fulton Rutland - Stillwell, OK - Bullriding
Laramie Johnson - Shreveport, LA - Breakaway Calf Roping/Team Roping
Colton Johnson - Shreveport, LA - Team Roping
Caleb Cogbill - Orange, TX - Steerwrestling
Taylor Gooch - Hemphil, TX - Goat Tying
Other teams that will be competing include:
Southern Region: Sam Houston State University, Texas A&M University, McNeese State University, Texas A&M Kingsville, Hill College, Wharton Jr. College, LSU-Alexandria, Texas A&M- Commerce, Southwest Texas Junior College, Trinity Valley C C, and Northeast Texas CC
Southwest Region: Tarleton State University, Texas Tech University, Sul Ross, New Mexico Jr. College, Weatherford College, Odessa College, Vernon College, Western Texas College, Eastern New Mexico, Cisco College, Ranger College, Carendon College, North Central Texas College, Howard College, West Texas A&M, Frank Phillips College, and South Plains College
Submitted by Don Clinton
February 9, 2017 - The Panola College Rodeo Team will kickoff it's spring schedule with the final 5 rodeos of the year.
This weekend the Panola Team will travel to Athens, TX to participate in the Trinity Valley CC Rodeo. Slacks will begin at noon on Friday and Saturday (Feb 10th and 11th) and performances will be on Friday night at 7 p.m. and the Finals on Saturday night at 7 p.m.
Panola has several cowboys and cowgirls ranked in the top 5 and several in striking distance going into the second half that will be fighting for those top three spots to qualify for the College National Finals. Barrel Racer, Abby Phillips of Marshall is currently ranked 2nd, Logan Cook of Alto, is currently ranked 3rd in the Saddle Bronc, and Travis Chapman of Woodville is ranked 4th in the bareback competition. Several others athletes on the team have a chance to have a great spring circuit and get back in the mix.
Submitted by Don Clinton
February 9, 2017 - The Panola College Fillies hosted the Buccaneers of Blinn College Wednesday night and came up with a close win, 85-80.
In the nail biting match up, the Fillies were able to rally up as a team and seal the deal. "It was a good win for us. One that we needed" Head Coach Eddie Kite stated. "Our team really showed a lot of heart tonight".
Bodies flying after lose balls, rebounds at every angle, and a high energy bench is what kept the ladies hopeful on the night. They found themselves down going into half time 32-38, even after hitting key shots. They were in the same boat at the end of the third quarter as they headed into the 4th, 54-61. This was Blinn's largest lead, and at some points, the Fillies would cut it to 2 before Blinn escaped again.
In the 4th chapter, the Fillies used a big 31-19 quarter to finish the game. The Fillies had 4 score in double figures (Sophomore Genesis Rivera 18, Freshman Patience Okpe 15, Freshman Daria Eremeeva 10, and Freshman Stefany Lourenco 10), while forcing 21 turnovers on the night. Lourenco was a defensive threat as she had a career high in steals with 8, turning half of those in to points for the Fillies.
PC returns to action with another home game on Saturday, February 11th, at 2 p.m. against Coastal Bend College. This is also the annual Alumni Appreciation game. Former Fillies will be presented at half time of the game. Be sure to come and watch as we honor some of our schools greatness.
Submitted by Nalani Hernandez
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