The Hallsville Junior High (HJH) and Hallsville Intermediate School (HIS) Bobcat Math & Science Team (MST) delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 Texas Middle School State Championship held this past Saturday in San Antonio. Competing against 45 Class 5A schools from across the state, the Bobcats secured an impressive 7th place overall finish, placing them among the top-performing teams in Texas.
This achievement reflects months of dedication, preparation, and teamwork. Students committed countless hours to sharpening their skills, resulting in strong finishes across multiple events and divisions. The accomplishment highlights both individual excellence and the collective strength of the program, making the entire Hallsville ISD community proud.

Team Results 🏆

• 7th Place Overall Sweepstakes
• 7th Place Number Sense Team: Conley Bice, Jack Thorson, Chandler Peters, Donovan Yorgason
• 4th Place Calculator Team: Conley Bice, Grace Baliraine, Owen Mulcahy, Emily Zhu
• 8th Place Math Team: Conley Bice, Colten Wallace, Miller McCaskill, Jack Thorson
• 8th Place Science Team: Colton Butcher, Paisley Starks, Aiden Rangel, Korbin Vigil

Individual Top 20 Finishers 🎓

• 6th Grade Number Sense: 10th Donovan Yorgason, 12th Brennan Brewer, 14th Finley Bice, 20th (tie) Ryan Ward
• 6th Grade Calculator: 7th Emily Zhu
• 6th Grade Science: 13th Korbin Vigil, 18th Wade Lack
• 7th Grade Number Sense: 20th Miller McCaskill
• 7th Grade Calculator: 11th Grace Baliraine
• 7th Grade Math: 17th Miller McCaskill
• 8th Grade Number Sense: 20th Conley Bice
• 8th Grade Calculator: 12th Conley Bice
• 8th Grade Science: 4th Colton Butcher

Every member of the team demonstrated remarkable growth throughout the year, both individually and collectively. Their hard work and commitment to excellence have set a high standard for future Bobcat competitors.
Hallsville ISD extends its sincere appreciation to the parents and local businesses whose continued support played a vital role in the team’s success. Their encouragement and investment in these students helped make this achievement possible.
When you see a member of the HJH & HIS Math & Science Team, be sure to congratulate them on a job well done — they have represented Hallsville with pride.