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HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL: Nocona boys win a classic

Published

11 years ago

01/14/2015

By ERIC VICCARO
bnewssports@sbcglobal.net

Friday’s District 3A-9 game between Nocona High School and Bowie will go down as one of the classic contests in the series.
Nocona rolled out to a 15-0 lead early in the first quarter. And Bowie spent the entire game clawing back – taking a brief lead in the game’s final minute – only to see Kameron Hill drain a game-winning 3-pointer with 5.3 seconds to go for a 51-50 victory.
“It was a great ball game, and I am disappointed we didn’t win,” Bowie head coach Doug Boxell said. “We were able to take the lead, but we needed one more stop at the end.”
Nocona head boys’ basketball coach Tyson Mankin said having home court made a difference.
“We are trying to establish a home court advantage in Nocona, and make it very difficult for opposing teams to win here,” Mankin said. “Although this was only our second home game of the season we wanted to make sure we put on a good show for our fans, and we are very happy for all the support we have received at our home games. Our kids really feed off the big and loud crowds.”
Hill has emerged as one of the best players in District 3A-9 this season, and this marks his second game-winning shot of the season.
With the win, Nocona improved to 9-9, 2-1 in 3A-9. Bowie dropped to 12-9, 1-2.
This is proving to be one of the most competitive Conference 3A districts in the state. Bowie could easily be undefeated and Nocona has played well throughout so far, with its only loss by a mere seven points to Holliday. Read more in the mid-week Bowie News.

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Nocona’s Kameron Hill (22) has to step over Bowie’s Chase Hall while dribbling on offense during Friday’s District 3A-game. Click on the image itself for the complete photo. (News photo by Eric Viccaro)

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McLennan to coach Saint Jo boys

Published

5 days ago

06/19/2026

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New Saint Jo Boy’s Basketball Coach Terry McLennan said the school’s family atmosphere is what prompted him to join the Panther family.

“This is an opportunity to be an important program but also part of a great community,” McLennan said. “I’ve been looking to get back to a small town environment like the one I grew up in and played ball and this should do that.”

McLennan played basketball in Hubbard outside of Waco. McLennan comes to town after being the assistant girl’s basketball coach in Grand Prairie.

McLennan contends he’s a defensive style of coach but says his team will focus on intensity.

For further details, pick up a copy of Thursday’s Bowie News.

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McLennan to coach Saint Jo boys

Published

6 days ago

06/18/2026

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New Saint Jo Boy’s Basketball Coach Terry McLennan said the school’s family atmosphere is what prompted him to join the Panther family.

McLennan played basketball in Hubbard outside of Waco. McLennan comes to town after being the assistant girl’s basketball coach in Grand Prairie.

McLennan contends he’s a defensive style of coach but says his team will focus on intensity.

For further details, pick up a copy of Thursday’s Bowie News.

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Botard new BHS girls BB coach

Published

6 days ago

06/18/2026

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After some coaching time in East Texas, Bret Botard will be the new girl’s basketball coach at Bowie.

Botard said it’s a chance to work with Bowie Athletic Director Tyler Price once again. Price was Botard’s assistant when he coached at Nocona.

“I wanted to get back into the area,” Botard said. “It’s a good community.”

Botard graduated high school in 1995 from Del Valle High School, outside Austin, and went to Texas Tech. He started his coaching career in Lubbock followed by returning to his alma mater where he was an assistant for his high school coach.

For further details, pick up a copy of Thursday’s Bowie News.