While looking up the recently released Iola High School football schedule, I noticed something strange. Of Iola’s 2026 opponents, only half are from the Pioneer League. The shift comes from Iola joining a new district.…

Although ending their season with a 2-7 record and 2-5 in league play, the Iola Mustangs received plenty of respect from league officials after the selection of three players for postseason honors. Junior Kale Pratt,…

The Iola Mustangs are in Baxter Springs Friday for one last game to wrap up the season. The Mustangs were eliminated from playoff contention after the Prairie View Buffalos crushed Iola 52-20 last Friday. “On…

The Mustang fell 52-20.

CARBONDALE — The Iola Mustangs hope to make the most of Homecoming this Friday as they look to pick up their first win following a 49-6 loss to the Santa Fe Chargers. Iola was behind…

HUMBOLDT — The Iola Mustangs gave area fans plenty to look forward to this Friday in Baldwin after wrapping up their preseason jamboree at the Humboldt Sports Complex with multiple appearances in the end zone.…

The Iola Mustangs put on a show as senior running back Easton Weseloh and senior receiver Austin Crooks each scored a trio of touchdowns Friday night. With players suiting up for both teams, sometimes mid-drive,…

The Iola High School Mustang football team braved the sweltering heat the first day of practice Monday at Riverside Park.  With the high temperatures matched by oppressive humidity, the Mustangs made the most of their…

Iola High School senior football linebacker Jordy Kaufman will take his talents to Leavenworth after signing his national letter of intent with the University of Saint Mary Wednesday.  Before his senior year, Kaufman had not…

OSAWATOMIE — Iola High began its season Friday with a statement 35-7 drubbing at Osawatomie.  The first score for the Mustangs came on their opening offensive drive when Briggs Michael rushed in from one yard…