Key stands tall in the middle for UTRGV
EDINBURG — When Perris Key graduated from Katy High School, she thought her days of playing middle on her volleyball team were over. So when head coach Todd Lowery told the freshman she was going to play middle during a match against Lamar last week, she was shocked. 4 seed heading into this week’s WAC Tournament at New Mexico St. in Las Cruces, N.M. That WAC Tournament was also at New Mexico St. and this is the first time the school has hosted it since. Perris, if you asked her, she probably did everything through club and high school to stay out of the middle, thinking she probably had no chance to play middle in college,” Lowery said.
myrgv.comKaty football heads back to state championship
HOUSTON – Five long years have passed since Katy High School has taken home the state championship trophy. Everybody’s ready to go.”The Davis brothers have taken center stage for the Tigers this season, as Jalen and Seth have led Katy to a score differential of more than 400. Of Hays’ 10 wins, four of them have come within seven points or less. Katy’s one loss was close (24-19 to Katy Tompkins), but all 11 wins have been by two touchdowns or more. “Katy is about winning state championships and that’s what we’re trying to do,” said safety Dalton Johnson.
Katy High School football star kicked off team, now suing to be reinstated
KATY – A star quarterback for Katy High School, who made headlines last year for being caught on camera using a racial slur, is once again off the football team. Now, he is suing Katy ISD to be reinstated. The 19-year-old student was suspended in September after a Katy ISD police and a K-9 found a substance they believed to be marijuana in Bronson’s vehicle during a search of the Katy H.S. But in a letter dated September 28, less than two weeks after the incident, the Katy ISD superintendent Dr. Ken Gregorski appeared to clear McClelland of any wrongdoing. A spokesperson for Katy ISD would not answer questions about the case.
Cane Island schools continue rich tradition of excellence
Cane Island schools continue rich tradition of excellenceBesides new luxury homes from acclaimed builders, resort-quality amenities and convenient I-10 west access, Cane Island residents receive a challenging, yet well-rounded education at Katy ISD’s Bryant Elementary School and at longtime Katy ISD schools, Katy Junior High School and Katy High School, all just convenient to the community. As Katy ISD’s first junior high school, Katy Junior High School captures the legacy, tradition and pride of generations of educators, including those whose namesakes can be found on schools throughout the district. At this legendary campus, teachers uphold a level of excellence in education backed by a tightly woven partnership of school, parents and community. At Katy High School, the storied tradition of Katy ISD’s first high school is deep-rooted throughout the campus, from the main entry to classrooms and labs where students embrace a well-rounded education, including Advanced Placement coursework, dedicated to the study of languages, mathematics, fine arts and humanities. As for new homes, Cane Island features move-in ready homes, starting in the $290,000s, with island kitchens, open entertaining spaces, master suites, game rooms and media rooms, secondary bedrooms and outdoor entertaining spaces.
chron.comHouston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Poll: VYPE Houston 2020 Preseason Defensive Lineman of the Year
The Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Poll of the Week – VYPE Houston 2020 Preseason Defensive Lineman of the Year Fan Poll is now live! Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is Houston's leading provider of orthopedic services, from sports medicine to joint replacement. Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine offers comprehensive diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitative services with a high standard of excellence for elite athletes and active adults alike. Houston Methodist serves as the official health care provider for the Houston Texans, Houston Astros, Rice Athletics, Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™, Houston Ballet, Houston Symphony and Houston Grand Opera. Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Poll: VYPE Houston 2020 Preseason Defensive Lineman of the Year Fan Poll (Poll Closes Sun 8/23 at 7pm)
VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Middle Blocker of the Year Poll
VYPE wants the fans to vote for their favorite Houston Volleyball player! The VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Middle Blocker of the Year Poll is now live! All athlete polls and their content are only associated and created by VYPE Media and its staff. Please contact VYPE Media directly if you have any questions, comments, or concerns around our Fan Polls. VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Middle Blocker of the Year Poll (Poll Closes Mon 6/30 at 7pm)
VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Middle Blocker of the Year Poll
VYPE wants the fans to vote for their favorite Houston Volleyball player! The VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Middle Blocker of the Year Poll is now live! All athlete polls and their content are only associated and created by VYPE Media and its staff. Please contact VYPE Media directly if you have any questions, comments, or concerns around our Fan Polls. VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Middle Blocker of the Year Poll (Poll Closes Mon 6/30 at 7pm)
VYPE Houston 2020 Girls Thrower of the Year Fan Poll
This week we continue with the girls as VYPE has selected the top performers from each individual throwing event. Go crazy track nation, and vote for the 2020 VYPE Houston Girls Thrower of the Year! All athlete polls and their content are only associated and created by VYPE Media and its staff. Please contact VYPE Media directly if you have any questions, comments, or concerns around our Fan Polls. VYPE Houston Girls Thrower of the Year Poll (Closes Monday, June 22 at 7 p.m.)
The 411: Katy girl's track standout Jada Campos
Campos won the 100-meter dash at the Will Taylor Relays, Katy ISD Bubba Fife Relays and the College Station Relays. VYPE: How long have you been running track and how did you get your start? CAMPOS: "I started running track when I was 9-years-old, so a total of seven years. VYPE: What is your favorite thing about running track? Shoutout to my Track Houston girls!"
Teen says peers attacked her because she's Latina
"'We don't want you here, if you're going to be here talk in English. '"Then it escalated.Michell says the girl started something with her friend, who was speaking Spanish. "Michell says she was left with bruises and bumps on her head but, it's the emotional wounds that are still healing. I can't even sleep," she said.Friday was the first time Michell took the bus since the incident happened two weeks ago. I was sweating," she said.Katy ISD says the student involved has been punished.
abc13.comKaty teen says peers attacked her because she's Latina
"'We don't want you here, if you're going to be here talk in English. '"Then it escalated.Michell says the girl started something with her friend, who was speaking Spanish. "Michell says she was left with bruises and bumps on her head but, it's the emotional wounds that are still healing. I can't even sleep," she said.Friday was the first time Michell took the bus since the incident happened two weeks ago. I was sweating," she said.Katy ISD says the student involved has been punished.
abc13.comKaty teen says peers attacked her because of her race
"'We don't want you here, if you're going to be here talk in English. '"Then it escalated.Michell says the girl started something with her friend, who was speaking Spanish. "Michell says she was left with bruises and bumps on her head but, it's the emotional wounds that are still healing. I can't even sleep," she said.Friday was the first time Michell took the bus since the incident happened two weeks ago. I was sweating," she said.Katy ISD says the student involved has been punished.
abc13.comTeenager says she was attacked for being Latino while on school bus
"'We don't want you here, if you're going to be here talk in English. '"Then it escalated.Michell says the girl started something with her friend, who was speaking Spanish. You don't have to be rude just because we're Latino. "Michell says she was left with bruises and bumps on her head but, it's the emotional wounds that are still healing. I can't even sleep," she said.Friday was the first time Michell took the bus since the incident happened two weeks ago.
abc13.comKaty HS varsity football player facing discipline after racist video: Katy ISD
KATY, Texas (KTRK) -- Katy High School quarterback Bronson McClelland is facing disciplinary actions after school officials say the student made a "racially charged" video taunting an opposing player.McClelland was a captain for the Katy Tigers and that title has been revoked after the video.The video was allegedly posted online following a game between Katy High School and Tompkins High School.Katy's varsity football team is ranked second in Texas.Colburn McClelland, the father of Bronson, released a statement on the situation:
abc13.comKaty HS quarterback stripped of leadership role, suspended for 2 games after posting offensive video
KATY, Texas - A Katy High School quarterback has been stripped of his position as team captain and suspended for two games after he posted a video on social media where he used foul language and a racial slur. The varsity football team is ranked second in Texas. The video shows 17-year-old Bronson McClelland from Thursday night's game using the racial slur and foul language. "During this self-made video, Bronson was speaking to a Hispanic student from Seven Lakes High School. Then a student-athlete from Tompkins High School (who we just played a game against earlier in the evening) obtained the video and uploaded it to his Twitter account.
5 things to know about Katy HS football as Tigers prepare for 2019 season
KATY, Texas - The Katy Tigers football team kicked-off fall practice Monday morning. Its an exciting day, Katy head coach Gary Joseph said. If theyre not excited, then we are doing the wrong thing.The Tigers will open the season against North Shore, the defending state champions. Head coach Gary JosephJoseph is entering his 16th season at Katy High School. The opener against North ShoreThe Tigers had only two losses in 2018, both at hands of North Shore.
Katy sleeping National Guard photo deleted as a result of criticisms
KATY, Texas – Katy Football’s moving photo of National Guard troops sleeping in a Katy High School hallway has been deleted after the owner of the Twitter account said they received criticism for allowing them to sleep on the floor. The original, now-deleted tweet showed dozens of sleeping National Guard troops sleeping in their fatigues along the Katy school’s red lockers. The tweet read: “Inside of Katy High….these are the real heroes. We know the truth, and again, to the @USNationalGuard thank you for your service and if you need anything, let us know. — Katy Football (@Katyfootball) September 1, 2017What do you think about the tweet and its deletion?
Katy starts preparation for high school football season
KATY, Texas – A new high school football season begins Aug. 27-Aug. 29 and the Houston area is once again loaded with talent. At Katy High School, the Tigers have a storied history with seven state championships. Katy reached the 6A title game in 2013 and again in 2014 but both ended with emotional losses to Cedar Hill. The Tigers have the talent again to make another run, and KPRC Channel 2 Sports Director Randy McIlvoy has more on the Tigers as they opened workouts Monday.
Katy High School shows support for its football team ahead of state championship
KATY, Texas – Ahead of the 6-A Division II State Championship game, a pep rally was held at Katy High School to make sure the football team had a proper send-off. The football team arrived in fire trucks and the Tigers mascot even arrived by helicopter. "It's a different year and a different team, at the same time, they are a good football team," said Tigers head coach Gary Joseph. "They've had a good football team. "There's no greater place in the United States or in Texas for you to raise your son to play football, there football program is number one," said parent James Phillip.