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• Anissa Lucio Named Los Fresnos Volleyball Coach Play Video

  April 17, 2021 9:53 PM

  LOS FRESNOS - Earlier this year Los Fresnos' Head Volleyball Coach position opened up. After multiple candidates were interested, Anissa Lucio got the job. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross met with the former South Hawk to see how she's preparing for the upcoming season. more »

• Robles Achieves 100th Win Play Video

  March 27, 2021 1:21 PM

  HARLINGEN - A coach's goal is to win. Trying to get as many wins as possible before they retire. The first step to achieving that is to reach the triple digit mark. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross met with Head Coach Julian Robles after he hit that mark this... more »

• IDEA Quest Soccer Ranked 7th In State Play Video

  March 20, 2021 8:36 PM

  EDINBURG - The IDEA Quest Girls Soccer Program is in their 7th season competing in UIL. Creating program history, the team is ranked 7th in the state of Texas. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story. more »

• Eddy Epperson Scores 1000th Point

  February 19, 2021 10:03 PM

  DONNA - As high school basketball season is under way, it gives athletes a chance to work on their stats. Eddy Epperson racking up his points, hitting his 1000th point during his senior season. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story. more »

• 5on5 for Friday Feb. 12 Play Video

  February 13, 2021 9:47 PM

  MCALLEN - Check out the highlights from the Bi-district round of playoffs from Friday February 12th! more »

• 5on5 for Saturday Feb. 6

  February 6, 2021 10:57 PM

  MCALLEN - Check out the highlights from today's high school hoops! more »

• Victor Ramos Signs NLI to University of Jamestown Play Video

  January 23, 2021 8:39 PM

  BROWNSVILLE - Victor Ramos out of Porter High School signed his NLI to the University of Jamestown. He'll continue not only his football career but his track and field career with the Jimmies. Ramos was the center for the cowboys. He achieved co-offensive lineman of the year, all... more »

• 5on5 for Friday Jan. 22 Play Video

  January 23, 2021 8:22 PM

  MCALLEN - Check out some of the highlights from teams around the valley! more »

• 5on5 for Friday Jan. 8 Play Video

  January 11, 2021 10:43 PM

  Check out some of the high school games from around the valley! more »

• Pioneer Football Headed to Fourth Round of Playoffs Play Video

  January 1, 2021 11:02 PM

  SHARYLAND - After defeating their first three playoff opponents, Pioneer made history making it to the fourth round. No other football program in Sharyland ISD history has done so. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross met with the team to see how they felt about the accomplishment. more »

• Pioneer Football Preparing for Liberty Hill Play Video

  January 1, 2021 10:52 PM

  SHARYLAND - Pioneer will make the trip to Hero Stadium Saturday afternoon to meet with Liberty Hill. Both teams are undefeated thus far, and have a lot riding on this match up. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross met with the team to see how they prepared for the Panthers. more »

• 5on5 for Wednesday Dec. 30 Play Video

  December 30, 2020 11:30 PM

  MCALLEN - Check out the high school highlights from across the valley! more »

• 5on5 for Saturday Dec. 12 Play Video

  December 13, 2020 11:19 PM

  MCALLEN - Check out the highlights for teams across the valley! more »

• 5on5 for Saturday Dec. 5 Play Video

  December 6, 2020 10:35 PM

  MCALLEN - Check out some of the basketball games that happened in the valley on Saturday Dec. 5th. more »

• Edcouch-Elsa def. Mission veterans, 42-28 Play Video

  December 6, 2020 10:08 PM

  EDCOUCH-ELSA - Mission Veterans made a trip to Edcouch-Elsa Saturday night. After a strong second half, the Yellowjackets pulled off the win, 42-28. Check out the highlights. more »

• PSJA Southwest Makes Playoffs, First Time In School History Play Video

  December 6, 2020 9:36 PM

  SHARYLAND - The PSJA Southwest Football Program is headed to the playoffs for the first time in school history after defeating Sharyland 21-7 Saturday afternoon. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross was at the game and captured all the action. Take a look! more »

• High School Highlights: Saturday Nov. 28 Play Video

  November 29, 2020 11:33 PM

  MCALLEN - High school sports happening all over the valley on Saturday. Take a look at some of the highlights. more »

• Senior Spotlight: April 26 Play Video

  April 26, 2020 11:38 PM

  We here at CHANNEL 5 love our senior athletes and want to show them some appreciation with our Senior Spotlight Segment. This segment highlighted: Jonas Ortiz - Nikki Rowe Alexia Montes - Harlingen Alexia Sandoval - Mission Elaine Coronado - Harlingen Antonio Garza - Saint Joseph Academy Alexia... more »

• Rio Grande City Headed to San Antonio Play Video

  March 23, 2020 10:42 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY - After the UIL realignment, Rio Grande City is no longer in district 16-5A. The Rattlers will face San Antonio teams in district 14-5A. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story. more »

• On The Diamond: March 14th Play Video

  March 14, 2020 10:47 PM

  EDINBURG - Edinburg and McAllen in action Saturday morning. The Bulldogs getting the win, 5-3. Check out the highlights. more »

• On The Pitch: March 14th Play Video

  March 14, 2020 10:46 PM

  MERCEDES - Mercedes welcoming Brownsville Lopez to Tiger Country. The Lobos claiming the victory, 3-1. Check out the highlights. more »

• On The Diamond: March 14th Play Video

  March 14, 2020 8:14 PM

  EDINBURG - Rowe and Mission Veterans on the diamond Saturday afternoon. Patriots come out on top, 11-10. Check out the highlights. more »

• On The Pitch: March 13th Play Video

  March 13, 2020 11:33 PM

  SHARYLAND - Sharyland and PSJA Memorial on the pitch for the district 31-5A final regular season game. Lady Rattlers come out on top, 2-0, claiming the district title. Check out the highlights. more »

• Edinburg Baseball Tournament Re-Named Play Video

  March 13, 2020 11:27 PM

  EDINBURG - The Edinburg Baseball Tournament getting a new name this year. The Luis A Alamia Baseball Classic, named after former Edinburg North Principal. Honoring Alamia and his love for sports. more »

• Lyford Claims Lady Hounds Invitational Title Play Video

  March 8, 2020 11:14 PM

  SAN BENITO - The Lady Hounds Softball Invitational happening over the weekend. Pioneer and Lyford making it to the title game. Lady Bulldogs claiming the crown 5-0. Check out the highlights. more »

• 5 on 5: March 6th Play Video

  March 6, 2020 10:49 PM

  WESLACO - The Valley's high school basketball season came to end Friday night as boys teams from Los Fresnos, Santa Maria, Hidalgo, and Pioneer all dropped fourth round playoff games. The final scores were: Brandeis - 64 Los Fresnos - 52 Normangee - 55 Santa Maria -... more »

• On the Diamond: March 5th Play Video

  March 5, 2020 11:15 PM

  WESLACO - Several high school baseball and softball tournaments got underway Thursday. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has highlights from the following games: Donna vs PSJA Southwest (softball) Juarez-Lincoln vs PSJA Southwest (baseball) Brownsville Veterans vs Harlingen South (baseball) Roma vs Flour Bluff (baseball) ... more »

• Mikela Mireles Signs With Victoria College Play Video

  March 3, 2020 8:25 PM

  HARLINGEN - Another Valley athlete has received an opportunity to play at the next level. Harlingen South senior Mikela Mireles signed to play volleyball at Victoria College Tuesday afternoon. "What really caught my eye with Victoria was the coaches. They were very loving and welcoming to me when... more »

• Pioneer Moves On To Round Three Of Playoffs Play Video

  March 1, 2020 9:30 PM

  WESLACO - The area round of boys basketball playoffs wrapping up Saturday afternoon. The Pioneer Diamondbacks meeting with Miller. Big Red crushing their competition, 88-57. Moving on to the next round where they will face Corpus Christi Veterans. more »

• Bonding Over Basketball Play Video

  February 23, 2020 11:05 PM

  MISSION - The saying #girldad has gone viral over the last few weeks. A valley duo bringing that hashtag to life. Who are they? CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story. more »

• Harlingen South Tops Bishop, 3-2 Play Video

  February 23, 2020 10:02 PM

  MISSION - Harlingen South Softball in action Saturday afternoon at the Mission Fastpitch Festival. The Hawks taking on Bishop for their last game of the weekend. Big green getting the win, 3-2. more »

• PSJA North Falls to Tuloso Midway, 3-2 Play Video

  February 23, 2020 10:01 PM

  MISSION - Softball action in Mission Saturday afternoon. The Fastpitch Festival wrapping up. PSJA North facing Tuloso Midway for their final contest. The Lady Raiders falling 3-2. more »

• Unofficial social media page remains a concern to San Benito CISD officials Play Video

  February 6, 2020 10:27 PM

  SAN BENITO – An unofficial social media page is causing real issues for a Rio Grande Valley school district. It’s a big frustration for the San Benito Consolidated Independent School District. The district has been waiting since Oct. 2018 for Facebook to help. On the official San Benito... more »

• Valley Swimmers Punch Their Ticket to State Play Video

  February 2, 2020 7:36 PM

  BROWNSVILLE - Valley high school swimmers punched their ticket to state Saturday afternoon. Schools from all over the valley traveling to Brownsville to compete. Champions were crowned and records were broken. Check out the highlights. more »

• On the Pitch: January 24th Play Video

  January 24, 2020 11:00 PM

  PROGRESO - It was soccer time again as boys teams were back in action at the Progreso tournament Friday. The Red Ants were among the winners. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has an update. more »

• 5 on 5: January 24th Play Video

  January 24, 2020 10:58 PM

  WESLACO - Friday night's 5 on 5 coverage saw three district leaders stay perfect in district play. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has the highlights. more »

• 5 on 5: January 21st Play Video

  January 21, 2020 11:27 PM

  WESLACO - Tonight's 5 on 5 highlights consist of four contests. Brownsville Porter visiting Donna for district 32-5A. The Cowboys getting the win in overtime fashion, 44-38. Palmview on the road at Sharyland for district district 31-5A. Lobos coming out on top, 58-52. Pioneer hosting PSJA Southwest... more »

• 5 on 5: January 14th Play Video

  January 15, 2020 12:15 AM

  WESLACO - Many teams hitting the hardwood Tuesday night for some 5 on 5 action. Our sports team making it out to a few contests. La Feria welcoming Zapata for a district 32-4A match up. Hawks getting the win, 52-46. In district 32-5A, Donna made the trip... more »

• On the Pitch: January 14th Play Video

  January 14, 2020 11:09 PM

  MCALLEN - McAllen Memorial welcoming Progreso for a non-district contest. Mustangs taking home the win, 3-1. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the highlights. more »

• Gonzalez Scoring Big for PSJA Memorial Play Video

  January 13, 2020 8:19 PM

  PHARR - PSJA Memorial has a new record for the girls basketball program. Senior Victoria Gonzalez setting that record against PSJA Southwest. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story. more »

• On the Pitch: January 4th Play Video

  January 4, 2020 11:48 PM

  WESLACO - Soccer teams all over the valley hitting the pitch Saturday afternoon. Mcallen Memorial defeating Donna North, 4-1. Mcallen shutting out Los Fresnos, 2-0. Juarez-Lincoln topping San Benitio, 3-1. Check out the highlights. more »

• San Benito ISD Coach Charged for Cocaine Possession Play Video

  December 31, 2019 11:17 AM

  MERCEDES – A Rio Grande Valley coach is facing charges after he was arrested over the weekend. According to Mercedes police, Jacob Gonzalez, a coach at San Benito High School, was arrested during a traffic stop for possession of cocaine, a controlled substance. He was released on bond Saturday.... more »

• 5 on 5: December 30th Play Video

  December 30, 2019 11:20 PM

  Check out high school basketball highlights from all over the valley! BOYS: Los Fresnos 62 Pace 55 GIRLS: PSJA North 37 Edinburg 47 IDEA Donna 29 La Feria 59 Donna North 20 Pace 41 more »

• 5 on 5: December 28th Play Video

  December 28, 2019 10:47 PM

  LOS FRESNOS - The Holiday Hoops Tournament wrapping up today. Teams looking to clinch their pool titles. Check out the highlights. more »

• 5 on 5: December 27th Play Video

  December 27, 2019 10:50 PM

  WESLACO - Valley high school athletes back in action as Holiday Tournaments take place all over the valley. Check out the highlights from some of the contests. more »

• Harlingen Preparing for 2020 Season Play Video

  December 26, 2019 11:12 PM

  HARLINGEN - A first round playoff loss ended Harlingen's football season. Instead of taking some time off, the Cardinals started their preparation for the 2020 season. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story. more »

• Los Fresnos Takes City of Palms Tournament Title Play Video

  December 21, 2019 10:48 PM

  MCALLEN - The City of Palms Tournament wrapping up Saturday evening. The host Rowe and Los Fresnos in the championship game. The Falcons getting their second straight tournament title. Check out the highlights. more »

• Hidalgo Pirate Sporting New Uniforms Play Video

  December 20, 2019 11:22 PM

  HIDALGO - With baseball season right around the corner, teams are getting ready to hit the diamond. The Hidalgo Pirates about to sport some new gear when that time comes. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story. more »

• 5 on 5: December 20th Play Video

  December 20, 2019 11:11 PM

  MCALLEN - Teams hitting the hardwood for some 5 on 5 action. Rowe welcoming McAllen Memorial Friday night. The Mustangs getting the road win, 66-33. more »

• 5 on 5: December 17th Play Video

  December 17, 2019 11:10 PM

  WESLACO - District play began Tuesday night for Valley girls basketball teams, while boys teams continued non-district action. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has the highlights in this 5 on 5 update. more »

• First & Goal Pumped Up: Week 14 Play Video

  December 1, 2019 10:48 PM

  The regional semi-final round of playoffs is over. Lets take a look back at some of the highlights. more »

• Mission Topping Mission Veterans in Thanksgiving Tournament Play Video

  December 1, 2019 12:01 AM

  MISSION - Mission hosted the Thanksgiving Tournament Saturday afternoon. Mission and Mission Veterans reaching the championship game. The Eagles taking the title 49-46. Check out the highlights. more »

• First & Goal Friday: November 29th Play Video

  November 30, 2019 11:30 PM

  WESLACO - Three valley teams hitting the gridiron for the regional semi-finals Friday. Weslaco meeting with Lake Travis, Weslaco East matched up with West Lake, and Vela going against Brandeis. The channel 5 sports team was in Laredo and San Antonio to cover all the contests. Check... more »

• Pioneer Falls to Boerne-Champion in Overtime Showdown Play Video

  November 30, 2019 11:14 PM

  SAN ANTONIO - Pioneer making it to the regional semi-finals of the playoffs. Meeting with Boerne-Champion at the Alamo Dome. The Diamondbacks falling to the Chargers in overtime, 45-38. Check out the highlights. more »

• 5 on 5: November 26th Play Video

  November 26, 2019 11:42 PM

  WESLACO - Valley high school basketball teams stayed busy Tuesday, getting games in before the holiday weekend. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has highlights. more »

• Weslaco Headed to Regional Semi-Finals Play Video

  November 26, 2019 12:19 AM

  WESLACO - Weslaco is headed to the third round of the playoffs for the third time in school history. Meeting with Lake Travis this Friday at Alamo Stadium. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story. more »

• San Isidro Falls to Premont in San Perlita Tournament Play Video

  November 23, 2019 11:05 PM

  SAN PERLITA - Premont and San Isidro battling for the title at the San Perlita basketball tournament. The Lady Tigers falling to the Cowgirls, 45-37. Check out the highlight. more »

• Weslaco Girls Top Harlingen at Border Brawl Play Video

  November 23, 2019 11:02 PM

  MCALLEN - Weslaco and Harlingen girls making it to the championship game at the Border Brawl. The Panthers getting the tile with a final score of 58-45. Check out the highlights. more »

• Teen used ‘ghost gun’ in California high school shooting

  November 21, 2019 3:35 PM

  By STEFANIEDAZIO Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — The teenager who shot five classmates, killing two, at a Southern California high school used an unregistered “ghost gun,” Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva said Thursday. Villanueva told media outlets Thursday that 16-year-old Nathaniel Tennosuke Berhow’s .45... more »

• First & Goal Pumped Up: Week 12 Play Video

  November 17, 2019 11:32 PM

  WESLACO - The Bi-District round of playoffs is over! Ten valley teams are headed to the area round! Lets take a look back at the highlights from this past week! more »

• Roma Student Charged after Alleged Terrorist Threat to School Play Video

  November 14, 2019 6:23 PM

  ROMA – A student was charged after an alleged terrorist threat to a high school in Roma. The student was taken into custody. Roma Independent School District spokesperson says the matter is under investigation. more »

• Classroom Door Poster Causing Concerns for Parents in Edinburg Play Video

  November 14, 2019 6:14 PM

  EDINBURG – A graphic poster at a Rio Grande Valley high school is causing concern for some parents. The classroom door at Edinburg High School depicts the Salem witch trials of 1692, and it’s based on a play by American playwright Arthur Miller. The door is based on... more »

• First & Goal Pumped Up: Week 11

  November 10, 2019 10:06 PM

  Week eleven of high school football is over! On to the playoffs! Let's take a look back at some of the highlights from around the valley! more »

• Night at the Net: November 4th Play Video

  November 4, 2019 11:01 PM

  WESLACO - The playoffs are underway for Valley high school volleyball teams. Here's a look at Monday's final scores. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has our Night at the Net highlights. First round action continues Tuesday. Rivera 3, Edinburg 0 (F) Edcouch-Elsa 3, Sharyland 2 (F) McAllen 3,... more »

• First & Goal Pumped Up: Week 10

  November 3, 2019 10:53 PM

  WESLACO - Week 10 of high school football is over! Lets take a look back at some of the highlights from around the valley! more »

• Night at the Net: November 2nd Play Video

  November 2, 2019 11:45 PM

  EDCOUCH-ELSA - Two teams fighting for a playoff seed spot Saturday afternoon. Brownsville Veterans and Edcouch-Elsa meeting in Yellow Jacket territory. The Chargers getting the win in 5 sets. Check out the highlights. more »

• First & Goal Pumped Up: Week 9 Play Video

  October 27, 2019 10:44 PM

  WESLACO - Week nine of high school football is over! Lets take a look back at some of the highlights from around the valley! more »

• First & Goal Saturday: October 26th Play Video

  October 27, 2019 10:07 PM

  BROWNSVILLE - Palmview traveling to Sams Memorial Stadium to face Lopez for week nine of high school football. A back-and-forth battle of the Lobos ending with a Palmview victory, 89-49. Check out the highlights. more »

• Night at the Net: October 26th Play Video

  October 27, 2019 10:05 PM

  WESLACO - Valley volleyball happening on Saturday. Erica Ross making her way to multiple matches. Check out the highlights. more »

• First & Goal Pumped Up: Week 8 Play Video

  October 20, 2019 10:54 PM

  WESLACO - Week eight of high school football is over! Let's take a look back at some of the highlights from around the valley. more »

• First & Goal Saturday: October 19th Play Video

  October 20, 2019 10:39 PM

  BROWNSVILLE - The Porter Cowboys welcoming Rio Grande City for some Saturday football. After four quarters, the Rattlers came out victorious, 4-15. Check out the highlights. more »

• Night at the Net: October 19th Play Video

  October 20, 2019 10:36 PM

  WESLACO - Valley volleyball happening all day Saturday. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross made her way to multiple matches. Check out the highlights. more »

• First & Goal Pumped Up: Week 7 Play Video

  October 13, 2019 10:51 PM

  Week seven of high school football is over! Let's look back at some of the highlights from around the valley! more »

• Night at the Net: October 12th Play Video

  October 13, 2019 3:35 PM

  WESLACO - High School volleyball teams in action across the valley. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the chance to catch a few of them. Check out the highlights. more »

• New Head Volleyball Coach at McAllen Memorial Play Video

  September 2, 2019 9:47 PM

  MCALLEN - McAllen Memorial has a new head volleyball coach. Her dream now fulfilled as she returns to her old stomping grounds to coach the sport she played. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story. more »

• Veterans Memorial Takes Home Invitational Title Play Video

  August 17, 2019 7:00 PM

  MISSION - Veterans Memorial High School going 6-0 today in the Mission Volleyball Invitational. Meeting with Laredo LBJ in the championship match, taking the title. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the highlights. more »

• Two-A-Day Tour: Rio Hondo Play Video

  August 17, 2019 6:57 PM

  It's time to talk Valley high school football again. Throughout the month of August, CHANNEL 5 will be visiting every team as we get ready for the 2019 season. It's all part of our Two-A-Day Tour. In this video, we focus on Rio Hondo. more »

• Valley Athletes Compete in the RGVCA All-Star Games Play Video

  June 16, 2019 10:48 PM

  LA JOYA _ The RGVCA All-Star softball and baseball games taking place over the weekend. The best of the best coming out one last time to round out the season. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the highlights. more »

• Pioneer Departs For Round Rock Play Video

  June 5, 2019 7:36 PM

  MISSION - Let's play ball! The state baseball tournament begins Thursday at Round Rock's Dell Diamond for the four 5A semifinalists in the hunt. CHANNEL 5's Ruben Juarez was up early Wednesday for Pioneer's send-off. The Diamondbacks will have to get by the Georgetown Eagles to reach the state championship... more »

• Hidalgo Co. Commissioner Announces Free ACT Prep Courses

  May 31, 2019 4:08 PM

  MCALLEN – A local commissioner wants to make sure high school juniors and seniors get into college. On Friday, Hidalgo County Precinct 2 Commissioner Eddie Cantu announced the ACT Attack, summer sessions to prepare students for the ACT on July 13. The free courses will be available for... more »

• 5A Regional Finals Schedule Has Been Set Play Video

  May 27, 2019 10:43 PM

  WESLACO - The Schedule has been set for the 5A Regional Finals. It will be a three game series at the UTRGV Baseball Field. Thursday - 7PM Friday - 7PM Saturday - 2PM (If Needed) more »

• Sharyland and Pioneer Headed to Regional Finals Play Video

  May 26, 2019 11:08 PM

  Sharyland and Pioneer are headed to the regional finals! Both teams playing all three games of their series. Diamondbacks sweep the Chargers in game 3, 11-0. The Rattlers snuck past the Antlers, 4-3. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the highlights! # rgv # krgv # txhsbaseball more »

• On the Diamond: May 10th Play Video

  May 10, 2019 11:26 PM

  EDINBURG - Teams all over the valley trying to stay alive for a chance at state in the area round of playoffs. In class 6A McAllen and Vela beginning a three game series at the UTRGV Baseball Field. After seven innings, Vela comes out on top 3-0. Game... more »

• Valley Athletes Taking Home Hardware From State Play Video

  May 10, 2019 10:59 PM

  AUSTIN - Multiple athletes from the valley made the trip to Austin for a chance at a state title. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva is up in Austin with all the updates. more »

• On the Diamond: May 4th Play Video

  May 5, 2019 10:54 PM

  EDINBURG - A few valley teams trying to stay alive for a run at state. In the 6A Area Round of softball playoffs, PSJA and Vela went into a decisive game three Saturday evening, where the Lady Sabercats clinched the three game series 5-2. In the 5A Bi-district... more »

• On the Diamond: April 26th Play Video

  April 26, 2019 11:14 PM

  WESLACO - High school softball playoff games were back on the schedule Friday night. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has highlights from some of the first-round action. more »

• A First For Donna Softball Play Video

  April 22, 2019 11:31 PM

  DONNA - Diamond dreams do come true. When the softball playoffs begin this week, it'll be a whole new ballgame for one Valley team. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story on the Bravettes' first trip to the postseason. more »

• Tigers Headed Back to State

  April 15, 2019 9:30 PM

  The Tigers are in celebration mode. Valley View is heading to the state tournament for the second straight season. "We are very proud about that and I think we should make a good paper, like winning state or something like that because we have the team and we're focused,"... more »

• Rio Hondo Adds Huge Talent to Roster Play Video

  April 8, 2019 7:37 PM

  RIO HONDO - When putting together a puzzle, a missing piece stops you from completion. The Rio Hondo softball team knows that incomplete feeling all to well; until now. "She helps us, she really does," said second baseman Nayeli Garcia. "She takes off a lot of stress... more »

• Valley View Wins PK Battle Against Sharyland Play Video

  April 6, 2019 11:26 PM

  SHARYLAND - After a scoreless first half, the action began half way through the second. Sharyland drawing first blood to go up 1-0. Not too long after, a corner kick and a head butt for the tigers tied it up. The Rattlers answering right back.... more »

• Rio Hondo Softball Keeps District Streak Alive Play Video

  April 6, 2019 11:13 PM

  RIO HONDO - The undefeated lady bobcats stay undefeated after crushing Grulla 17-2 in three innings. The Gators started off strong going into the top of the second inning 2-0. Torris stole home to make the score 6-2. Silguero hit a nice line drive right down the... more »

• On the Pitch: March 28th Play Video

  March 28, 2019 10:56 PM

  EDINBURG - Which Valley soccer team is headed to the state tournament this season? We'll have to wait and see. First things first, teams have to win their playoff openers. Boys and girls teams took the field Thursday night for the first night of bi-district action. Here's a look at... more »

• On the Diamond: March 7th Play Video

  March 7, 2019 11:04 PM

  SAN JUAN - The Mike Rodriguez tournament had several Valley teams on the diamond Thursday for the first round of bracket play. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has highlights from a trio of games. more »

• Law Enforcement Coordinates Inmates' Visit to McAllen High School Play Video

  March 7, 2019 4:34 PM

  MCALLEN – Local inmates visited a McAllen High School campus as a method by law enforcement to keep students on the right path. A total of 150 students and several inmates gathered at the school’s gym Thursday, as they listened to a county judge question the inmates. Hidalgo... more »