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Lady Pirates Laikyn Brodnax #12 and Rylee Sherman #11 jump for a block in Tuesday’s playoff game versus the Lady Hawks. Photo by Randall Luker

Lady Pirates Laikyn Brodnax #12 and Rylee Sherman #11 jump for a block in Tuesday’s playoff game versus the Lady Hawks. Photo by Randall Luker

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Lady Pirates fall to HJ 3-1 in bi-district playoff

Randall Luker
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
The Vidor Lady Pirates battled a tough Hardin-Jefferson Lady Hawk team Tuesday night in Kountze in the first round of Bi-District play’. The Lady Pirates won their first set and then fought hard for the next three with several lead changes in the latter sets.
Pirate running back Jason Watson, #14, scores his first of six rushing touchdowns against Huffman Friday. The Huffman player is Tyler Wilkins, who scored five catches for touchdowns for the Falcons. Photos by Randall Luker

Pirate running back Jason Watson, #14, scores his first of six rushing touchdowns against Huffman Friday. The Huffman player is Tyler Wilkins, who scored five catches for touchdowns for the Falcons. Photos by Randall Luker

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Vidor 48 vs. Huffman 34 - Photo Highlights

News Staff
Tuesday, November 8, 2022

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“Ethelsgiving” Headed to the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in November

News Staff
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) is teaming up with the Henderson County Food Pantry this November for the “Ethelsgiving Feed the Hungry, Feed the Fish” food drive. The annual tradition began in 2020 to honor the first ShareLunker “Ethel,” which weighed 17.67-pounds and was caught Nov.

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Big second half propels Pirates past Falcons 48-34

Randall Luker
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
The Vidor Pirates finally notched a victory over the Huffman Falcons and a big win it was, clinching second place in District 10-4A-1 setting up a playoff game November 11 against the District 9-4A-1 third place finisher Lindale in Bryan.

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Lady Pirates sweep Jasper, head for playoffs

Randall Luker
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Lady Pirates sweep Jasper, head for playoffs The Vidor Lady Pirate varsity softball team hosted Jasper for Senior Night Tuesday and finished with a program sweep! Freshmen and JV both won in two sets. Varsity won in three sets which has them finishing 7-5 for the season.
Pirates celebrate Homecoming with 30-21 win over Livingston Lions

Pirates celebrate Homecoming with 30-21 win over Livingston Lions

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Pirates celebrate Homecoming with 30-21 win over Livingston Lions

Randall Luker
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
The Vidor Pirates went head to head and toe to toe with the Livingston Lions for four full quarters Friday and fought their way to a 30-21 victory, upping their record to 4-4, 2-1 in district, good for second place behind Lumberton.
Lady Pirates clinch playoff spot

Lady Pirates clinch playoff spot

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Lady Pirates clinch playoff spot

Randall Luker
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
The Vi d o r Lady Pirates varsity volleyball team clinched a playoff spot after defeating Lumberton Friday for Homecoming. winning in 4. Seeding, opponent and location are yet undetermined, but after tonight’s (Tuesday) games, the playoff picture will be clear and plans can be made.
Mighty Pirate Marching Band heading to state competition

Mighty Pirate Marching Band heading to state competition

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Mighty Pirate Marching Band heading to state competition

Randall Luker
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
The Mighty Pirate Marching Band will represent Vidor in state competition once again after scoring straight 1’s in the UIL Regional contest held October 19. “The countless hours of practice paid off!,” said Fine Arts Department Head and Band Director Kara Philipps.

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Pirates overwhelmed by Raiders 47-21

Randall Luker
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
The Vidor Pirates travelled to Lumberton Friday for a district matchup that could determine the eventual district champion. The Raiders have not beaten the Pirates since most of this years’ players were in middle school. This year, the Raiders got their revenge.
Issac Fontnow ran wide left for this touchdown against the Raiders. He tallied 40 yards on 8 carries. Photos by Randall Luker

Issac Fontnow ran wide left for this touchdown against the Raiders. He tallied 40 yards on 8 carries. Photos by Randall Luker

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Vidor Junior High football results vs Lumberton

Randall Luker
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
Vidor Junior High football results vs Lumberton Vidor Junior High football battled Lumberton Thursday at home The Vidor 7th grade A- Team won 48-22. Offensive players of the game were Rylan Chesser, Colt Holden, Brooks Burns, and the Pirate offensive line.
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