Category: Football

Photos provided by Kimmie McKinney Photography Stephenville, TX– It took the Jackets a little while to get going, but once they had “righted the ship,” it became a very one-sided affair. The Jackets would feed off of a large homecoming crowd to win 48-7 over Lubbock Cooper.  The Jackets finished with 248 yards passing and 138 yards rushing. While the total yardage of 386 is ...

STEPHENVILLE, TX — On Friday, September 11, the Stephenville Yellow Jackets will welcome Lubbock Cooper to Art Briles Stadium on Mike Copeland Field for a Homecoming matchup under the Friday Night Lights. This year’s game will carry an even deeper meaning as special tributes throughout the evening honor the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001. During Friday night’s game, the Stephenville community will pause to ...

Photos provided by Kimmie McKinney Photography Brownwood, TX —  The frustration from four turnovers and and a called back TD disappeared when Stephenville’s Trot Jordan found Caden Monk for a back-breaking 75 yard touchdown pass. The late score came with a little over a minute remaining. The defense would hold on and the Jackets would win the 86th playing of the rivalry over Brownwood, 28-24. ...

Photo credit to Logan Smith Stephenville, TX—The Jackets were behind Midlothian Heritage 21-14 in a back-and-forth contest. The outcome seemed that it would probably hinge on a late score. After all, so many games between these two teams in the past have ended that way. However, this year’s Stephenville squad had other ideas. A 30-0 run by the Jackets would finish out the scoring and ...

Photos courtesy of Kimmie McKinney Photography  

We’re officially just 21 days away from kickoff, and the excitement around Stephenville is impossible to ignore! The 2026-2027 athletic season is taking shape as our Yellow Jackets and Honeybees continue preparing for another unforgettable year. 🏈 Freshman football has officially kicked off practice as the next generation of Yellow Jackets begins their journey. 🏐 Volleyball has already gathered for team pictures and is ready ...

Stephenville football fans will have the chance to share a meal with the Yellow Jackets while supporting the program as the 2026 season approaches. The Stephenville High School Varsity Football team, alongside the Varsity Moms, will host the annual Yellow Jacket Pancake Supper on Tuesday, August 4, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For just $10 per plate, attendees can enjoy a hearty dinner featuring ...

Stephenville continues to prove why it remains one of Texas’ premier football towns, with two Yellow Jackets earning recognition among the Big Country’s 11-Man Football Rushing Touchdown Leaders. Leading the way is standout running back Zyler McClendon, who finished atop the leaderboard with an impressive 28 rushing touchdowns, showcasing his explosive playmaking ability and knack for finding the end zone all season long. Joining him ...

Football season is quickly sweeping in, and Yellow Jacket fans have a chance to help send the team onto the field in style. The Stephenville High School Yellow Jackets are inviting the community to the official kickoff of the 2026 football season on Monday, August 3. Fans are encouraged to bring their shakers, school spirit, and plenty of energy as they cheer on the Jackets ...

Incoming freshmen will have the opportunity to begin their transition into Stephenville football this summer as the Freshman Football Camp takes place July 27-29 at the SHS Practice Fields. Designed for incoming ninth-grade athletes, the camp will focus on skill development, conditioning, and introducing players to the expectations of Yellow Jacket football as they prepare for the 2026-27 school year. Camp sessions will run daily ...