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PANTHER FOOTBALL ALL-DISTRICT WINNERS
Senior running back Chad Thompson led the way on offense. Thompson was second in the district in rushing with 1,127 yards.  The Panthers also had one first-teamer at every defensive position.  Cederick Thomas was a first-teamer on the defensive line, while linebacker Colby Williams and defensive back Jermaine Harris also received first-team honors.  Mojo had nine second-team honorees, as Daniel Robles earned honors as both kicker and punter.  RB Bradley McDaniel, WR Drew Peterson, TE J.J. Griffin, C Nick Oliver were selected on offense, while DL Brian Foreman, LB Brandon Hillin, DB Jammal Johnson, and DB Jim Bob Bizzell were named to the second-team defensive unit.

PERMIAN FEELS LOSS OF PROMINENT VOICE
On February 25, we lost Bill Sibley (better known as the "Voice of Mojo").  He began teaching at PHS in 1962.  He began his career teaching speech, drama and debate, leading generations of students to state level competitions.  He served for years as the halftime announcer for the Pride of Pantherland - the Mojo Marching Band.  By the 1970s, he was the official Master of Ceremonies at every Permian High School graduation commencement until his retirement from teaching in 1992.  After he retired, Sibley worked for the United States government at The Office of Personnel Management.  Most of all he enjoyed his family and friends.

MOJO D ANSWERS IN WIN OVER DAWGS
After being accused of being suspect, the Permian defense answered when it needed to, which resulted in a 20-14 victory over Midland High in Ratliff Stadium.  The Bulldogs were stopped cold in their tracks as they neared the red zone on three occasions.  The win improved the Panthers' record to 2-1 in district play and 5-3 for the season.  GAME PICS VS MIDLAND

PANTHERS FAIL TO SHUTDOWN COUGARS
The defenses of both teams took a beating, especially in the fourth quarter, as the two teams traded touchdowns in a period which produced 43 points. In a span of 90 seconds early in the fourth quarter, the Cougars and Panthers combined for a total of 21 points.  The two teams combined for 988 yards of total offense.  Cooper won the game 56-46.  PEP RALLY PICS

LET THE FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS SHINE
There will be a movie.  Hollywood got their first glimpse of Mojo Magic live against Odessa High.  A film crew associated with Peter Berg watched as Daniel Robles kicked the 31-yard game winning field goal with just 30 seconds to play in regulation.  It was a solid effort displayed by both the offense and defense.  The first quarter ended PHS 7-3, but by the half it was OHS 17-14.  The coaching staff made the proper halftime adjustments resulting in the 24-23 victory.  GAME PICS

HOMECOMING ENDS IN VICTORY, 24-23
The Panthers celebrated breaking in the new Ratliff Stadium turf and Homecoming all in one against Lubbock Monterey on September 26.  Permian controlled most of the action all night long.  GAME PICS

BETTER CONDITIONING BEATS SANDIES, 28-21
It took the majority of the game to finally take the lead and victory from the Sandies in Amarillo's Bivens Stadium.  With under five minutes to play, the better conditioned Panthers took over and walked away victors of the season's last non-district road trip. GAME STATS

WE HAVE OUR WINNERS - MOJULE IS BACK
Over the weekend, we received three correct guesses in the "Looking For Mojule" contest.  Kyle Hubbard, Janice Murrell, and Debbie Harkrider successfully found Mojule in Lubbock's Jones Stadium watching Rusell Wheatley's record 62 yard field goal, as Permian defeated Longview in the 1975 state semifinal game, 10-9.  Thanks to the many fans for your e-mails. MORE ON MOJULE

WEEK TWO - FREEMAN RUNS WILD, 40-35
Brownwood's University of Miami bound quarterback did some damage in the first half, but the Panthers stood their own in the second half.  Permian didn't win on the scoreboard, but they may have in several areas.  Mojo:
 - seemed to be the better conditioned team in the last quarter.
 - came back from a 34-14 deficit to close within a touchdown.
 - did a good job with the "halftime adjustment"
There's progress being made - and the effects are reaching far beyond the scoreboard... just give it a couple more weeks. GAME STATS

WEEK ONE - FOUR QUARTERS OF MOJO, 48-19
My how a week can make a difference.  Penalty yards were cut in half, 28 points were scored in the second half, and the fans came out loud and roaring.  Coach Smith announced the program was on track at the Booster Club meeting, and so is appears to be.  Jammal Johnson set a record for returning two kickoffs for touchdowns in a single game.  Chad Thompson ran for 137 yards, and Bradley McDaniel added 75 yards on eight carries.  GAME STATS

STRONG SECOND QUARTER FALLS SHORT, 49-21
Texas Stadium hosted the season opener between Permian and Copperas Cove on August 30.  By the end of the first half, Permian sat on a  21-14 halftime lead.  The Panthers struggled through the third quarter as Copperas Cove unloaded a four-touchdown flurry on their way to a victory.  The Bulldawgs turned the tide on Permian, rolling up 160 yards of offense and scoring every time they got their hands on the ball. The Panthers played a large part on the unraveling process with three turnovers -- a fumble on a kickoff return, an interception, and a botched option pitch.  GAME PHOTOS | GAME STATS

EMOTIONAL SPEECH SETS TONE OF FIRST MEETING
Tuesday night's season opening Booster Club meeting featured former Permian mentor and Texas coaches hall of famer John Wilkins.  He spoke of many positives he could already see in the discipline, class, and conditioning of the 2003 Panthers.  Coach Smith took his turn at the microphone, and the video highlights of the scrimmage against Lubbock Coronado played to the conclusion of the meeting.

WILKINS INDUCTED INTO HALL OF HONOR
Coach John Wilkins was inducted into the Texas High School Coaches Association Hall of Honor on the afternoon of July 30, 2003 at the Radisson Hotel in Fort Worth.  Sporting an impressive 148-16-6 record, two state championships, and 10 district titles, he is now retired and the endless hours in the coach's office and sidelines have come to an end.  THSCA HALL OF HONOR

WE WENT, WE ACHIEVED - MOJO STATE CHAMPS
Permian claimed the 2003 Texas 7-on-7 State Championship on July 19 in College Station.  Friday's action included wins over Austin Bowie (28-6) and Cypress-Fairbanks (38-32).  Permian's lone loss was to Lewisville Hebron (32-28).  Saturday's winner bracket featured more Mojo in the state's face.  The final day of competition consisted of wins over Colleyville Heritage (41-35), Houston Lamar (40-27), Bay City (35-34), Arlington Lamar (40-19), and the championship win over Burnet (41-27) in the final.  The 7-on-7 team is... Trey Howell, Shea Smith, Decobian Williams, Drew Peterson, Jerrod Duckworth, Jammal Johnson, Adam Podzemny, Val Hinojos, J.J. Griffin; John Ward, Bradley McDaniel, William Morris, Daniel Durell, Brandon Hillin, Kevin Boen, Kyle Weatherby, Jermaine Harris, Colby Williams, Jim Bob Bizzell and Tyler Fankhauser.  Coached by Jerry Hix.  Shea Smith was the tourney MVP and was named to the Fox Sports Southwest All Tournament team, along with Drew Peterson and Decobian Williams.  JUNE 14 @ PERMIAN | 7-ON-7 GUIDELINES

SEASON TICKET HOLDER UPDATE
Season ticket options not paid for by August 14, 2003 will be sold to the general public by a drawing.  The first day to pick up your tickets started July 28.
MORE ON TICKETS | ECISD APPROVES TURF | PROGRESS OF STADIUM

SPRING WORKOUTS CONCLUDED IN RATLIFF STADIUM
Annual Black-White game  PICTORIAL

Southwest Industries versus FieldTurf
LoneStar Sports All-District Team
Roy Williams Shines as Longhorn
Abilene High 27, Permian 20 | Photos
Midland Lee 35, Permian 17
Midland High 49, Permian 26
Ab Cooper 21, Permian 7 | Photos
Permian 16, Odessa 14 | Photos
Permian 24, Monterey 6 | Photos
Permian 52, Amarillo 14 | Photos
Permian 45, Brownwood 15 | Story
Permian 48, Big Spring 27
Classic vs Copperas Cove | Photos
Scrimmage vs Lubbock Coronado
Panthers Kickoff 2002 Classic
Spring Workout Pics
PHS Choir Makes Appearance
2002-04 UIL Realignment