The Montague Eagles delivered a dominant all-around performance Thursday night, cruising to a convincing 58–21 road victory over Forestburg and continuing their strong stretch of play.
Leading the charge was Levi Newland, who put together a standout night with 26 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 steals, setting the tone early on both ends of the floor. Newland’s scoring burst helped Montague jump out to an early lead that they never relinquished.
The Eagles’ defensive pressure proved overwhelming, with Cason Harris wreaking havoc in the passing lanes. Harris finished with 14 points and an impressive 7 steals, repeatedly disrupting Forestburg’s offense and turning defense into fast-break opportunities.
Inside the paint, Brazos Jones controlled the boards, posting a strong double-double with 10 points and 12 rebounds. His presence limited second-chance opportunities and helped Montague maintain control throughout the game.
Caiden Young delivered a well-rounded effort, contributing 8 points, 10 rebounds, 4 steals, and 4 assists, showcasing the Eagles’ depth and unselfish play. Hayden Hennessey, Jake Harner, and Colt Garrett provided valuable minutes, combining for 3 assists, 8 steals, and 3 rebounds, further highlighting Montague’s team-first mentality and defensive intensity.
With relentless pressure, balanced scoring, and strong rebounding, the Eagles pulled away early and never looked back. Montague will look to carry this momentum forward as they continue district play with confidence on both sides of the ball. They will be back in action on January 29th. This night is also our annual Teacher Appreciation Night.
The Montague Lady Eagles protected their home court Thursday night, January 8th, with a strong 28–14 victory over the Prairie Valley Lady Bulldogs. The win keeps the Lady Eagles undefeated in district play as they continue an impressive season.
Sage Keck and Jalena Rodriguez led the scoring effort for Montague, each finishing the night with 8 points. The Lady Eagles also benefited from valuable minutes off the bench, as multiple players stepped in and contributed on both ends of the floor to help secure the win.
This week’s DAWG Award goes to Madison Fomby, who brought nonstop hustle throughout the game. Madison made her presence known by battling for rebounds, pushing the pace, and consistently looking up the court to find her teammates in the right spots. Her effort and team-first mentality truly define what it means to be UNSELFISH.
With the win, the Lady Eagles improve to 6–0 in district play. They will be back in action Thursday, January 15th, as they travel to Forestburg to take on the Lady Horns.
Montague ISD proudly recognized outstanding students and staff during the Eagle Magic 2nd Nine Weeks Awards Assembly, celebrating academic achievement, attendance, leadership, and service. The following Eagles were honored for their hard work and dedication during the second nine weeks grading period.
1st Grade:
Lottie Bell, Stella Benson, Angelee Gonzalez, Reinzly Hughes, Carter Polk, Easton Truax
2nd Grade:
Leah Bradley, Steel Brady, Jentry Jennings, Dawson Verner, Maya Landewerlen, Mackenzie Le, Keagan Madison, Deken Vann
3rd Grade:
Jackson Harner, Laney Newland, Charlie Venable
4th Grade:
Meadow Brewer, Larkin Ward
5th Grade:
Olivia Chupp, Addi Duncan, Jackson Eller, Ryker Hankins, Elliott Henson, Ty Kleinhans, Wesley Landwerlen, Jax Lane, Cooper Matlock, Ryan White
6th Grade:
Colt Garrett, Jake Harner, Wade Thompson
7th Grade:
Wade Hughes, Sage Keck, Carley Richardson
8th Grade:
Brazos Jones, Levi Newland
1st Grade:
Jacob Eller, Ryatt Hankins, Maddie Hill, Teagyn Lancaster, Tate Matlock, Teagan Miller, Kaylor Moore, OJ Odie, Atlas Rowland, Wyatt Turner
2nd Grade:
Kati Combs, Logan Ewing, Tatum Venable, MattiJo Walker, Lehman Ward, Wyman Ward
3rd Grade:
Joshua Craig, Memphis Cruz, Rydge Hankins, Stevi McDonald, Jade Newman, Abigail Raley, Hattie Snow, Creed Tackett, Brooklynn Young
4th Grade:
Ellis Benson, Kree Davis, Sawyer Jennings, Tysen Lancaster, Kennedy Love, Marlee Myer, Dax Patrick, Serina Rowland, Leddy White, Evie Simpson, Chloe Starr, Nealie Stovall, Vivian Tackett
5th Grade:
Carlee Belcher, Chainey Bishop, Brightyn Carminati, Korbin Ewing, Braizlynn Hutto, Autry Jennings, Talynn Lancaster, Kaiden Lane, Aubrey McDowell, Jasie Moore, Gus Mowery, Gavin Sherrill, Trip Yarbrough
6th Grade:
Koa Alvarez-Self, Griffin Bell, Will Chupp, Kelsie Ewing, Pack Gray, Cole Pittman, Kynzlea Rios, Bryson Segura
7th Grade:
Courtney Bobbitt, Cutter Garrett, Cayde Harris, Hayden Hennessey, Kenzi McEwen, Jerry Bonilla, Molly Romine, Finleigh Travis
8th Grade:
Aiden Chavez, Jalena Rodriguez, Caiden Young
Pre-K:
Shelby Craig, Jackson Hakala, Blake Jones, Raven Odie, Amelia Wallace, Rowdy White
Kindergarten:
Rip Brady, Jentry Harner, Alice Madison, Owen McCullar, Alyssa Taylor
1st Grade:
Lottie Bell, Ryatt Hankins, Maddie Hill, Teagyn Lancaster, Teagan Miller, Kaylor Moore, OJ Odie, Easton Truax
2nd Grade:
Steel Brady, Kati Combs, Jentry Jennings, Dawson Verner, Maya Landwerlen
3rd Grade:
Joshua Craig, Memphis Cruz, Rydge Hankins, Jackson Harner, Lucky Lester, Milah Pennington, Hattie Snow, Creed Tackett, Daniel Walker, Brooklynn Young
4th Grade:
Ellis Benson, Sawyer Jennings, Tysen Lancaster, Nevaeh Phillips, Lydia Raley, Evie Simpson, Vivian Tackett, Raenie Walker, Larkin Ward
5th Grade:
Olivia Chupp, Addi Duncan, Kinley Evans, Elliott Henson, Leroy Hord, Ty Kleinhans, Talynn Lancaster, Wesley Landwerlen, Jax Lane, Kaiden Lane, Aubrey McDowell, Bentley McDowell, Delainey Pennington, Kynlee Raley, Annabelle Spooner
6th Grade:
Griffin Bell, Will Chupp, Colt Garrett, Jake Harner, Raylynn Pennington, Kynzlea Rios, Sidney Schenk
7th Grade:
Cutter Garrett, Hayden Hennessey, Sage Keck, Kenzi McEwen, Jerry Bonilla
8th Grade:
Kyler Fomby, Cason Harris, Brazos Jones, Levi Newland, Jalena Rodriguez, Caiden Young
Pre-K: Raven Odie
Kindergarten: Shayna Stewart
1st Grade: Maddie Hill
2nd Grade: Wyman Ward
3rd Grade: Jackson Harner
4th Grade: Evie Simpson
5-1: Brightyn Carminati
5-2: Carlee Belcher
6th Grade: Bryson Segura
7th Grade: Wade Hughes
8th Grade: Brazos Jones
Morning Announcement Assistant: Meadow Brewer
Morning Greeter: Serina Rowland
Christina Newland
Before the Christmas break, the Montague Eagles put together another complete performance on their home floor, rolling past Midway 67–25 behind balanced scoring, relentless defense, and efficient shooting.
Aiden Chavez led all scorers with 22 points, showcasing his versatility and efficiency by shooting 10-of-15 from the field and knocking down 2-of-3 from beyond the arc. Chavez also filled up the stat sheet with eight rebounds and three assists, setting the tone on both ends of the court.
Levi Newland followed with 16 points on 7-of-11 shooting and was a defensive force, recording five steals to go along with four assists. His pressure defense helped Montague jump out early and keep Midway from finding any offensive rhythm.
Alex Chavez provided a spark off the bench with a career-high eight points, hitting 3-of-5 shots from the floor and 2-of-4 from three-point range, while adding three rebounds. Cason Harris contributed eight points on an efficient 4-of-5 shooting night with five steals, along with four rebounds.
Brazos Jones added six points on 3-of-4 shooting and pulled down four rebounds, while Caiden Young chipped in four points, two assists, and two steals. Hayden Hennessey rounded out the scoring with three points, one rebound, and one assist.
Montague’s defense held Midway to just 25 points, forcing turnovers and turning them into easy scoring opportunities throughout the game. With strong contributions across the lineup, the Eagles continued to show their depth and discipline as they protected their home court in convincing fashion.
The Eagles also delivered another dominant defensive performance on their home floor, overwhelming Saint Jo 47–14 in a lopsided victory highlighted by efficiency, hustle, and rebounding.
Aiden Chavez paced Montague with 16 points on an ultra-efficient 7-of-8 shooting night, while controlling the paint with 12 rebounds for a double-double. He also added two assists.
Cason Harris was perfect from the field, scoring nine points on 4-of-4 shooting while adding three rebounds and two steals. Brazos Jones provided a strong presence inside as well, finishing with eight points on 3-of-4 shooting, hitting one three pointer, and pulling down nine rebounds to help Montague dominate the boards.
Caiden Young turned in one of his most complete games of the season, contributing eight points on 3-of-5 shooting, including 2-of-3 from three-point range. Young also filled the stat sheet with three assists, four steals, and five rebounds, sparking the Eagles on both ends of the court.
Levi Newland focused on facilitating and defense, recording four assists and two steals to go along with three points. Alex Chavez added three points, hitting one three-pointer, and grabbed two rebounds.
After a slow start, Montague’s defense set the tone in the second quarter, limiting Saint Jo to just 14 points for the game and forcing turnovers throughout the night. With balanced scoring and strong defensive effort across the lineup, the Eagles continued to protect their home court with another convincing win.
Both the Lady Eagles and Eagles will be back after the break as they host Prairie Valley on their home court Thursday, January 8th beginning at 6:00 PM with the girl's game.
The Montague Lady Eagles battled their way to a hard-fought district win Monday night, December 15, taking down the Saint Jo Lady Panthers 32–30 to remain undefeated at 5–0 in district play heading into Christmas break. The game was a defensive showdown from start to finish, with both teams fighting for every possession. Montague stayed composed under pressure and made the plays that mattered most in the closing moments. Joanna Parr led the Lady Eagles with an efficient performance, going 4-of-5 from the field and 1-of-1 from the free-throw line. She finished with 8 total rebounds and 2 steals, providing steady leadership on both ends of the court. Sage Keck also played a major role, shooting 4-of-9 from the floor while adding 4 rebounds, 3 assists, and an impressive 5 steals. Kynzlea Rios contributed across the stat sheet with 3 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 steals, while Lily Gray added strong effort off the boards with 4 rebounds, along with 1 steal and 1 assist. Madison Fomby and Kenzi McEwen stepped up in a crucial stretch of the game when foul trouble tested the lineup, delivering key minutes and helping keep the Lady Eagles steady.
The defining moment came late in the fourth quarter when Cayde Harris knocked down 1 of her three-point attempts with just 40 seconds remaining to give Montague the lead. Harris also added 3 steals and 3 rebounds in the winning effort.
