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The volleyball season is underway, marking the beginning of the UIL athletics calendar. Mineral Wells spent the first of its three tournament weekends competing at the Wimberley event, which began Thursday and ran through Saturday.
Coach Kaitlyn Cook’s team is looking for better results in 2026 after a difficult 2025 season, particularly in district play.
Speaking of district competition, Mineral Wells’ alignment did not change following UIL realignment. The Lady Rams remain grouped with Brock, Graham, Stephenville, Brownwood and Glen Rose.
Meanwhile, Cody Worrell’s football program went through the first of its two scrimmages this past week against Peaster. There were some encouraging signs for the Rams.
Mineral Wells will host Krum in its second scrimmage Thursday before opening the 2026 regular season Aug. 28 at home against Vernon.
The Rams are looking to earn a third consecutive playoff berth.