Vernon Lions
Vernon tennis claims District 6-4A title
The Vernon Lions tennis team defeated Burkburnett 14-5 to capture the District 6-4A title, going undefeated in district, and avenging a loss to Burkburnett in last season’s title game. In UIL team tennis, Vernon plays up a classification in 4A. In doubles action, Vernon won 2 of 3 in boys doubles, swept girls and mixed…
Read MoreLast second FG gives Vernon 38-35 win over Ponder
Daniel Walker Vernon Record The Vernon Lions defeated the Ponder Lions 38-35 in an epic district battle at Leo Brittain Field last Friday night. “This was a testament to our guys’ tenacity, perseverance – they never quit,” Vernon Coach Kevin Sherrill said. “We needed to win a game like that. If you want to make…
Read MoreVernon Lions to host Frederick Bombers in Red River clash
The Vernon Lions (2-1) will play their final non district game of the season on Friday hosting the Frederick, Okla. Bombers. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. “We’ve got to get back into the win column. We want all of our guys physically ready for district, but we’ve also got to have our mindset right.…
Read MoreHomecoming is Friday, Lions host Gainesville
Vernon High School will celebrate homecoming at halftime of Friday’s football game with Gainesville. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. This will be the 20th meeting between the two programs, with Gainesville holding a 11-8 advantage all-time. The Leopards are coming off a loss last Saturday 43-12 to Cedar Hill Trinity. Gainesville was 2-8 last…
Read MoreVernon High athletes begin summer workouts
Vernon High School athletes are back on campus for the first time in three months. Activities were suspended in March statewide due to Covid-19 concerns. Vernon students began summer conditioning activities this week — the boys started on Monday evening at the high school and the girls started Tuesday morning at the middle school. The…
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