Ennis Lions Top K-Lions 4-2, Host Crandall Tuesday

Schilling and Castillo lead Ennis to district-opening victory

Mar. 15, 2026 at 6:00am

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The Ennis Lions opened district play with a 4-2 win over the Kaufman K-Lions on Tuesday. Ennis scored runs in three consecutive innings, the second, third, and fourth, while pitchers Colt Schilling and Keno Castillo limited Kaufman to just five hits.

Why it matters

This early district win gives the Ennis Lions momentum as they look to build on their strong 14-1-1 record so far this season. The team is focused on playing solid defense and throwing strikes, a strategy that paid off in this matchup.

The details

Ennis head coach Kellen Monreal emphasized the importance of defense and pitching, and his players delivered. Schilling and Castillo combined to hold the K-Lions to just five hits on the day.

  • The game took place on Tuesday, March 15, 2026.
  • Ennis will host Crandall on the following Tuesday.

The players

Colt Schilling

An Ennis pitcher who contributed to the team's win.

Keno Castillo

An Ennis pitcher who combined with Schilling to limit Kaufman to five hits.

Kellen Monreal

The head coach of the Ennis Lions, who emphasized the importance of defense and pitching.

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What they’re saying

“'play defense and throw strikes,'”

— Kellen Monreal, Head Coach

What’s next

Ennis will host Crandall on the following Tuesday.

The takeaway

Ennis' focus on strong pitching and defense paid off in their district-opening win, setting them up for continued success as they look to build on their impressive 14-1-1 record so far this season.