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Ticket Information
The Alvin ISD Athletic Dept. is providing online ticketing to purchase tickets for all of the Alvin ISD athletic events at the high school and junior high level. Each junior high school is listed under their feeder pattern high school link. Online tickets for varsity football games may be purchased at pre-sale prices until midnight the day before the game. Ticket sales will resume at 4:00 p.m. the day of the game. A QR Code will be available at all ticket gates to purchase tickets at the door.
Tickets for all events can be purchased at GoFan.co.
Listed below are the links:
Alvin High School: https://gofan.co/app/school/TX17648
Manvel High School: https://gofan.co/app/school/TX51095
Shadow Creek High School: https://gofan.co/app/school/TX72404
Iowa Colony: https://gofan.co/app/school/TX87455
Athletic News
Alvin Yellowjacket Report
Lady Yellowjackets honored in all-district volleyball picks – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets received a total five selections to the All-District 22-6A Volleyball team. Brooklyn Morris earned first team honors, while Payton Ashley gained second team honors and honorable mention status went to Reece Shotwell, Camryn Mercer and Kennedi Hanson. Lady Yellowjackets making the all-district academic list included Joana Cach, Karlie Dorsten, Morgan Gassaway, Laila Johnson, Hansen, Mercer, Morris, Ashley Morgan, Tatara Roland, Shotwell, Reagan Strban and Lauren Weber.
Manvel Maverick Report
Massie named setter of the year in 22-6A – Senior Kennedy Massie was named the setter of the year in 22-6A to highlight the regional semifinalist Manvel Lady Mavericks’ all-district volleyball selections. Lady Mavs joining Massie on the first team was Nevah English, while second team honors went to Emerson Chang, Cynthia Daniels, Samantha Guikema, Keagan St. Junious, Ryland Lilly and Kaycee Pennie. Making the honorable mention list was Elise Headley, London King and Kamille Jackson and the all-district academic list featured Chang, Daniels, Guikema, Headley, Kadia Jackson, Kamille Jackson, Junious, King, Massie, Pennie and Niara Williams. Manvel went 30-14 and posted playoff wins over Fort Bend Austin and Clear Creek.
Shadow Creek Shark Report
Lady Sharks’ trio receive all-district individual awards – Fresh off a program first ever advancement to the Regional Finals, the Shadow Creek Lady Sharks also received plenty of individual hardware in the All-District 22-6A Volleyball selections. Mackenzie Collins was named the offensive player of the year in the district, while Kennedy Procter earned blocker of the year honors and Bella Law was tabbed as the league’s newcomer of the year. Also making the first team for the Lady Sharks were Aspen Brown, Tamarria Mitchell and Lauryn Wiley, while second team picks went to Kelly Kelsick and making the honorable mention list was Kiara Horne, Maria Lo and Catallina West. Named to the all-district academic team were Brown, Mitchell, Proctor, Lo, Simone Robinson, West and Wiley. Shadow Creek went 35-12 and advanced to the regional finals for the first time in program history with playoff wins over Clements, Clear Springs and Katy Jordan.
Sharks explode for team record in district win over Dawson – The No. 3 State Ranked Shadow Creek Boys’ Basketball team moved their record to 12-1 overall and 3-0 in district with a dominating 121-74 triumph over Dawson, Tuesday in 22-6A Boys’ Basketball action in Pearland, Bryce Jackson pumped in a game-high 31 points, followed by Michael Collins with 28 points, Aiden Law with 22 points, Julian Culler with 13 points and Adin Lewis with 11 points. The 121 points is the most points in a single game for Shadow Creek in the program’s history.
Iowa Colony Pioneer Report
Pioneers’ banner season ends in State Quarterfinals – The Iowa Colony Pioneers’ banner season came to a heartbreaking close in the Class 5A State Football Quarterfinals in Division 2 with an 21-14 overtime defeat to Richmond Randle, Dec. 7 at NRG Stadium in Houston. Quarterback Carson White scored on a quarterback sneak and also threw a 22-yard touchdown pass to Ian Hill. Jeremy Hill also had an interception in the contest for the 12-2 Pioneers, who posted playoff victories over Killeen Ellison (47-6), Pflugerville (44-14) and Fort Bend Marshall (31-21). After advancing to the 4A regional semifinals in just their second year as a varsity squad in 2023, the Pioneers competed in the fourth round of the UIL Playoffs for the first time in school history.
State Quarter-Finals
Football Playoffs
Congrats to the Iowa Colony HS Football team for their Regional Finals victory over Marshall HS! The Pioneers will face Randle HS in the State Quarter-Finals round of the Playoffs! The game will be played on Saturday, 12/7/24 at the NRG Stadium. The gates open at 5:00 p.m. and the game starts at 6:00 p.m. Presale ticket prices are $10 for students and $15 for adults. These tickets may be purchased at ticketmaster.com with the following codes: ICHS student passcode is 2127JW & the ICHS Parent passcode is 1272PW. Tickets prices at the gate will be $20 and cash will not be accepted at the gate. Please make plans to travel to NRG to support the Pioneers as they battle for the State Quarter-Finals Championship!
Alvin Yellowjacket Report
Yellowjacket Football honored for both academic and field work – The Alvin High School Varsity Football team was recently honored for their work in both the classroom and on the field. The Yellowjackets had a total of six players named to the Texas High School Coaches Association Academic All-State Football team. Drew Bingham was a second team selection, while honorable mention picks included Chuk Phillips, Zane Bailey, Vincent Castillo, Alex Argueta and Sammy Fernandez. The Yellowjackets also had 13 players named to the All-District 22-6A Football team. First team nods went to tight end Zane Bailey, fullback Sammy Fernandez and center Jacob Baez, while second team picks included defensive tackle Kyle Suggs and offensive guard Josiah Miller and honorable mention nods went to quarterback Drew Bingham, running back Carlos Medina, offensive linemen Jacob Small and Adyn Villaloboz, linebackers Kadyn Hodson and Jalen Peterson, defensive lineman Chris Macias and utility player Chuk Phillips.
Manvel Maverick Report
Walker named top return specialist in 22-6A – Receiver Antoine Walker was named the top return specialist in 22-6A to highlight the area playoff finalist Manvel Mavericks’ all-district selections. Wilder was also named to the first team offense at receiver, while first team defensive picks for Manvel included tackles Keian Cross and Chris Smith along with inside linebacker Byron Carter Jr. Second offensive nods went to tackle William Timon, guard Josiah Johnson, running back Xaiden Brown and quarterback Cam Renfro, while ST defensive picks featured end Amarion Fuller, outside linebacker Karnell James and safety Brian Robinson. Gaining honorable mention picks were center Shaun Williams, receiver Khalil Ali, corner back Anthony Morgan, safety Grant Stewart, place kicker Logan McClanahan and punter Tony Edmonson.
Lady Mavericks edge Shadow Creek in 22-6A Girls’ Hoops – The Manvel Lady Mavericks moved their record to 14-4 for the season and 3-1 in 22-6A with a 60-50 victory over Shadow Creek, Dec. 3 at SCHS. Leading the way for the Lady Mavs was Peyton Cooks with 20 points and nine rebounds, Kailey Guidry with nine points, Jalynn Chatman with eight points, Akyla Fields with seven points and Lynnden Smith with six points and four rebounds.
Shadow Creek Shark Report
22-6A Champs dominate All-District Football selections – The 22-6A Champion Shadow Creek Sharks dominated the all-district football selections. Receiver Chris Stewart earned offensive MVP honors and inside linebacker Tommy Baker was named the league’s defensive MVP, while running back Tristan Willis was selected as the offensive newcomer of the year and the Sharks received the coaching staff of the year award as well. Other first team selections included offensive guard Chace Murray, running back Alex Kirkland, receivers Rahim Hutchins and Ashton Jones, defensive ends Nathan Harris and Deneim Scott, defensive tackle Donovan Rogers-McNeil, outside linebacker Anthony Williams, inside linebacker Ethan Tinney, cornerbacks Cobey Sellers and Cameron Jamerson, safeties Kyle Peterson and Carter Stewart. Second team picks included Israel Mason, center Aidan Oliver, receiver Jacorey Watson, defensive tackle Arin Warner, outside linebacker Jarone Bell, cornerback Brandon Sherrard and Aidan Bui at both place kicker and punter. Honorable mention picks featured offensive guard Demarcus West, tight end Inno Beauchamp, quarterback Joseph Stewart, defensive end Chad Brady and safety Caleb Harrison.
Sharks continue fast start with win over Manvel – The No. 3 State Ranked Shadow Creek Boys’ Basketball team improved to 10-1 overall and 2-0 in 22-6A to continue their fast start to the season with an 88-44 triumph over Manvel on Dec. 3 in Pearland. Bryce Jackson pumped in a game-high 29 points, followed by Michael Collins with 19 points, six assists and four rebounds, Julian Cullier with 11 points and Daniel Green and Caleb Jordan with 10 points apiece.
Lady Sharks drop tight contest with Lady Mavs – The Shadow Creek Basketball Girls dropped a 60-50 tight contest with Manvel in 22-6A Basketball action on Dec. 3 in Pearland. Zoe Senganya pumped in 17 points to lead the Lady Sharks (12-6 overall, 3-1), while Da`Niyah Lewis added 12 points and Preston Young provided nine rebounds, four assists and three blocked shots.
Iowa Colony Pioneer Report
Pioneers advance to Class 5A State Football Quarterfinals – The Iowa Colony Pioneers captured a 31-21 triumph over Fort Bend Marshall in the Class 5A Regional Football Semifinals on Dec. 29 at NRG Stadium in Houston. The victory advances the 12-1 Pioneers into the Class 5A State Division 2 State Quarterfinals for the first time in school history and Iowa Colony will play 9-5A D-2 rival Richmond Randle, Saturday night at NRG Stadium at 6 p.m. In last week’s victory over Marshall, Jayden Warren caught a 30-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Carson White and also exploded for a 90-yard kickoff return for another TD. White also scored on QB keepers of 1 and 2 yards and Andy Cruz booted a 32-yard field goal through the uprights.
Iowa Colony Boys Basketball ranked ninth in state by TABC – The Iowa Colony Boys’ Basketball team is also enjoying a fast start to their season with an 8-5 record currently placing the Pioneers ninth in the state in Class 5A by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches. Iowa Colony rolled to a 66-52 home victory over George Ranch on Dec. 3. Leading the way for the Pioneers was B.J. Gill with 18 points, seven rebounds, three assists and three steals. Also scoring in double figures was R.J. Green with 14 points and two rebounds, Daylen Daycour with 13 points and seven rebounds and Jayden Evans with eight points, eight rebounds and three blocked shots.
Regional Finals
Football Playoffs
Congrats to the Iowa Colony HS Football team for their Area victory over Pflugerville HS! The Pioneers will face Marshall HS in the Regional Finals round of the Playoffs! The game will be played on Friday, 11/29/24 at the NRG Stadium. The gates open at 9:00 a.m. and the game starts at 10:00 a.m. Presale ticket prices are $10 for students and $15 for adults. These tickets may be purchased at ticketmaster.com with the following codes: ICHS student passcode is A29JW & the ICHS Parent passcode is A29PAW. Tickets prices at the gate will be $20 and cash will not be accepted at the gate. Please make plans to travel to NRG to support the Pioneers as they battle for the Regional Finals Championship!
Area
Football Playoffs
Congrats to the Manvel HS Football team for their Bi-District victory over FB Hightower HS! The Mavs will face Summer Creek HS in the Area round of the Playoffs! The game will be played on Friday, 11/22/24 at Freedom Field. The gates open at 6:00 p.m. and the game starts at 7:00 p.m. Ticket prices are $8 Presale and $10 at the gate. Tickets may be purchased on this ticket link: https://gofan.co/event/2287115?schoolId=TX51095. Please make plans to travel to Freedom Field to support the Mavs as they battle for the Area Championship!
Congrats to the Iowa Colony HS Football team for their Bi-District victory over Killeen Ellison HS! The Pioneers will face Pflugerville HS in the Area round of the Playoffs! The game will be played on Saturday, 11/23/24 at Waller ISD Daikin Stadium (20735 Stokes Rd. Waller, 77484). The gates open at 1:00 p.m. and the game starts at 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices are $8 Presale and $10 at the gate. Tickets may be purchased on this ticket link: https://www.wallerisd.net/Page/4108. Please make plans to travel to Waller to support the Pioneers as they battle for the Area Championship!
Regional Finals
Volleyball Playoffs
Congrats to the Shadow Creek HS Volleyball team for their victory over Katy Jordan HS in the Regional Semi-Finals round of the Playoffs! The Sharks will face Stratford HS in the Regional Final round of the Playoffs! The game will be played on Friday, 11/15/24 at the Delmar FieldHouse (2020 Mangum Rd. Houston, 77092). The gates open at 4:30 p.m., the game starts at 5:00 p.m. and the ticket prices are $5 across the board. Tickets may be purchased on this link: https://gofan.co/event/2251471?schoolId=TX27294. Please make plans to travel to support the Sharks as they battle for the Regional Finals Championship!
Alvin Yellowjacket Report
Garza’ game-winning FG lifts Yellowjackets in season finale – Enrique Garza booted a game-winning 36-yard field goal as time expired to lift the Alvin Yellowjackets to a thrilling 31-28 triumph over Memorial, Friday at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Pasadena. Closing the season at 3-7 overall and 2-6 in 22-6A, the Yellowjackets drove 56 yards in 13 plays to set up Garza’s game-winner through the uprights. Quarterback Drew Bingham rushed for 131 yards on 15 carries and three touchdowns, while Samuel Fernandez added 118 yards on 23 carries. Carlos Medina chipped in a rushing TD and Ethan Evans also recovered a fumble to set up another Alvin touchdown.
Manvel Maverick Report
Lady Mavericks’ Volleyball sweeps Clear Creek in area playoffs – The Manvel Lady Mavericks captured a 25-23, 25-17 and 25-23 straight set sweep over Clear Creek in the Class 6A Division 2 Area Round Volleyball Playoffs, Friday at Dobie High School in Houston. Moving their record to 30-13 overall, the Lady Mavericks will now play Stratford, Tuesday in the Regional III-6A Quarterfinals at Deer Park High School at 6 p.m.. Kadia Jackson blasted a team-high 12 kills, while Nevaeh English and Jasmyn Walker added nine kills apiece and Kenedy Massie dished out 28 assists. Manvel advanced to the area round by defeating Fort Bend Austin in four sets by 25-15, 25-12, 19-25 and 25-14 bi-district scores on Nov. 5 at Iowa Colony HS. Massie had another big night with 36 assists and 10 digs for a double double to go along with eight kills, four aces and three blocks. Walker and Kaycee Pennie also hammered 13 kills each for Manvel in the win.
Mavericks’ Football meets Hightower in 6A D-2 Football Playoffs – The Manvel Mavericks will compete in the Class 6A Division 2 Bi-District Football Playoffs, Thursday night in Missouri City with the Mavericks taking on Hightower at Hall Stadium at 7 p.m. Manvel enters the contest with a 5-5 overall record and finished district play as 22-6A’s second seed in D-2. The Mavericks clinched a playoff for the 14th time in the last 15 seasons with a 38-7 victory over Dawson on Nov. 1. Quarterback Cam Renfro accounted for 338 yards of total offense and five touchdowns, while the Manvel limited Dawson to just 38 rushing yards and collected four sacks.
Shadow Creek Shark Report
Shadow Creek Volleyball outlasts Clear – The Shadow Creek Lady Sharks earned a berth to the Region III-6A Division 2 Regional Volleyball Quarterfinals by outlasting Clear Springs in the area round in five sets by 25-21, 16-25, 25-12, 22-25 and 15-11 scores on Nov. 7 at Dobie High School in Houston. Moving their record to 34-11 overall, the Lady Sharks advance to play Katy Jordan in the region quarters, Tuesday at Delmar Field House in Houston at 6 p.m. The Lady Sharks were fueled by a 6-0 go-ahead run in the fifth and final set against the Lady Wildcats with Aspen Brown and Mackenzie Collins closing out the match with consecutive kills. Shadow Creek had opened last week with a 25-17, 25-11 and 25-9 straight set bi-district sweep over Clements on Nov. 5 at Almeta Crawford HS in Rosharon.
Sharks clinch 22-6A Football crown – The Shadow Creek Sharks secured the 22-6A Football Championship with a 72-0 triumph over Sam Rayburn, Friday at AISD Freedom Field in Iowa Colony. The victory was the ninth straight for the Sharks (9-1 overall, 8-0) and sends head coach Tyrone Green’s squad into the Class 6A Football Playoffs as the Division 2 top seed for 22-6A. The Sharks, who will be playing in the postseason for the seventh straight year, host Elkins in the bi-district round, Thursday night at AISD Freedom Field in Iowa Colony at 7 p.m. Dante Mayes completed 7 of 8 passes for 153 yards and three touchdowns to key the win over Rayburn. Tristin Willis also exploded for a 93-yard scoring run in the contest.
Iowa Colony Pioneer Report
Playoff Bound Pioneers secure No. 2 seed – The Playoff Bound Iowa Colony Pioneers clinched the No. 2 seed in 9-5A Division 2 with a 40-18 triumph over Texas City, Friday night at AISD Freedom Field. The victory sends the 9-1 Pioneers into the bi-district round against Killeen Ellison, Nov. 15 at Freedom Field at 7:30 p.m. Quarterback Carson White completed 7 of 17 passes for 207 yards and one touchdown, while rushing for 102 yards on seven attempts and three TD’s. Andy Cruz also booted field goals of 45 and 32 yards in the victory. The Pioneers will be competing in the UIL Football Playoffs for the second straight year.
Regional Semi-Finals
Volleyball Playoffs
Congrats to the Shadow Creek HS Volleyball team for their victory over Clear Springs HS in the Area round of the Playoffs! The Sharks will face Katy Jordan HS in the Regional Semi-Final round of the Playoffs! The game will be played on Tuesday, 11/12/24 at the Delmar FieldHouse (2020 Mangum Rd. Houston, 77092). The gates open at 5:30 p.m., the game starts at 6:00 p.m. and the ticket prices are $5 across the board. Tickets may be purchased on this link: https://gofan.co/event/2215143?schoolId=TX27294. Please make plans to travel to the Delmar FieldHouse to support the Sharks as they battle for the Regional Semi-Finals Championship!
Congrats to the Manvel HS Volleyball team for their victory over Clear Creek HS in the Area round of the Playoffs! The Mavs will face Stratford HS in the Regional Semi-Final round of the Playoffs! The game will be played on Tuesday, 11/12/24 at the Deer Park HS North Campus (402 Ivy Ave. Deer Park, 77536). The gates open at 5:30 p.m., the game starts at 6:00 p.m., the ticket prices are $5 across the board and tickets may only be purchased with cash at the gate. Please make plans to travel to the Deer Park HS North Campus to support the Mavs as they battle for the Regional Semi-Finals Championship!
Bi-District
Football Playoffs
Congrats to the Shadow Creek HS Football team for clinching the District 22-6A District Championship! The Sharks will face FB Elkins HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs! The game will be played on Thursday, 11/14/24 at Freedom Field. The gates open at 6:00 p.m. and the game starts at 7:00 p.m. Ticket prices are $8 Presale and $10 at the gate. Tickets may be purchased on this link: https://gofan.co/event/2227648?schoolId=TX72404. Please make plans to travel to Freedom Field to support the Sharks as they battle for the Bi-District Championship!
Congrats to the Manvel HS Football team for making the Playoffs! The Mavs will face FB Hightower HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs! The game will be played on Thursday, 11/14/24 at Hall Stadium (3335 Hurricane Ln. Missouri City, 77459). The gates open at 6:00 p.m. and the game starts at 7:00 p.m. Ticket prices are $8 Presale and $10 at the gate. Tickets may be purchased on this link: Hightower vs Manvel - Varsity Football Bi-District Playoff. Please make plans to travel to Hall Stadium to support the Mavs as they battle for the Bi-District Championship!
Congrats to the Iowa Colony HS Football team for making the Playoffs! The Pioneers will face Killeen Ellison HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs! The game will be played on Friday, 11/15/24 at Freedom Field. The gates open at 6:30 p.m. and the game starts at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices are as follows: Presale Students - $6, Presale Adults - $8 and $10 at the gate. Tickets may be purchased on this link: https://gofan.co/event/2227904?schoolId=TX87455. Please make plans to travel to Freedom Field to support the Pioneers as they battle for the Bi-District Championship!
Area Volleyball Playoffs
Congrats to the Shadow Creek HS Volleyball team for their victory over FB Clements HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs! The Sharks will face Clear Springs HS in the Area round of the Playoffs! The game will be played on Thursday, 11/7/24 at Dobie HS (10220 Blackhawk Blvd. Houston, 77089). The gates open at 5:00 p.m., the game starts at 5:30 p.m. and the ticket prices are $5 across the board. Tickets may be purchased on this link: https://www.pasadenaisd.org/sportstickets. Please make plans to travel to Dobie HS to support the Sharks as they battle for the Area Championship!
Congrats to the Manvel HS Volleyball team for their victory over FB Austin HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs! The Mavs will face Clear Creek HS in the Area round of the Playoffs! The game will be played on Friday, 11/8/24 at Dobie HS (10220 Blackhawk Blvd. Houston, 77089). The gates open at 5:00 p.m., the game starts at 5:30 p.m. and the ticket prices are $5 across the board. Tickets may be purchased on this link: https://www.pasadenaisd.org/sportstickets. Please make plans to travel to Dobie HS to support the Mavs as they battle for the Area Championship!
Bi-District Volleyball Playoffs
Congrats to the Shadow Creek HS Volleyball team for making the Playoffs! The Sharks will face FB Clements HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs! The game will be played on Tuesday, 11/5/24 at FB Crawford HS (801 Caldwell Ranch Blvd. Rosharon, 77583). The gates open at 5:00 p.m., the game starts at 5:30 p.m. and the ticket prices are $5 across the board. Tickets my be purchased on this link: Shadow Creek vs. Clements - Volleyball Bi-District Playoff 11-5 . Please make plans to travel to Crawford HS to support the Sharks as they battle for the Bi-District Championship!
Congrats to the Manvel HS Volleyball team for making the Playoffs! The Mavs will face FB Austin HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs! The game will be played on Tuesday, 11/5/24 at Iowa Colony HS. The gates open at 5:00 p.m., the game starts at 5:30 p.m. and the ticket prices are $5 across the board. Tickets my be purchased on this link: https://gofan.co/event/2128554?schoolId=TX51095. Please make plans to travel to Iowa Colony HS to support the Mavs as they battle for the Bi-District Championship!
State Championship
6A Girls Cross Country
Congrats to Manvel HS's Danna Ramirez and Jannie Cardenas for qualifying for the 6A State Championship Cross Country meet in Round Rock! The meet will be held on Friday, 11/1/24 at 10:45 a.m. at the Old Settlers Park (3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd. Round Rock, 78665). Danna is a Junior student-athlete and Jannie is a Sophomore student-athlete! Both runners are entering the State meet with a 19:18 qualifying time in the 5000m race! Please make plans to travel to Round Rock to support Danna and Jannie as they represent Manvel HS/Alvin ISD and compete for the State Championship!
Alvin Yellowjacket Report
Lady Yellowjackets close volleyball season with win – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets captured a 25-18, 21-25, 25-21 and 25-13 four-set victory over Pasadena Memorial to close their season, Tuesday at the AHS Competition Gym. Alvin closes its season at 10-28 overall and 5-11 in 22-6A. Brooklyn Morris delivered a double double performance with 12 kills and 22 digs, while other match totals included Payton Ashley with 13 kills and three blocks, Karlie Dorsten with seven kills, Jatara Roland with 16 assists, Reece Shotwell with 15 assists, Camryn Mercer with 13 digs, Morgan Gassaway with nine assists and Joana Cach with three blocks.
Yellowjackets’ Football gives Dawson all it can handle in defeat – The Alvin Yellowjackets dropped a 58-35 decision to Dawson at the Rig in Pearland on Oct. 25 in 22-6A Football action. Samuel Fernandez sparked a 281-yard rushing attack by Alvin with 139 yards on 27 carries and four touchdowns. Quarterback Drew Bingham added 79 rushing yards on 14 carries and one TD. Jaylen Peterson delivered seven tackles on defense and Chris Macias recovered a Dawson fumble. The Jackets next host Dobie, Friday at AISD Memorial Stadium with a 7 p.m. kickoff
Manvel Maverick Report
Lady Mavericks’ Volleyball tunes up playoffs – The Manvel Lady Mavericks tuned up for the upcoming Class 6A Volleyball playoffs with a 25-15, 25-17 and 25-16 straight set sweep over Dobie, Tuesday at the MHS Competition Gym. Carrying an overall record of 27-13 into the postseason, the Lady Mavs enter as the playoffs as 22-6A’s second seed in Division 2 and will meet Fort Bend Austin, Nov. 5 at Iowa Colony High School at 5:30 p.m. Match totals against Dobie included Kaycee Pennie with eight kills, London King and Jasmyn Walker with seven kills apiece, Kamille Jackson with six kills and three blocks, Kenedy Massie with 31 assists and eight digs and Emerson Chang and Sami Guikema with 10 digs apiece.
Shadow Creek Shark Report
Shadow Creek Volleyball meets Clements in bi-district playoffs – The Shadow Creek Lady Sharks open the Class 6A Volleyball playoffs by meeting Clements, Nov. 5 in the bi-district round at Almeta Crawford High School in Rosharon at 5:30 p.m. The Lady Sharks take a 32-10 overall record into the match and are 22-6A’s top seed in Division 2. The Lady Sharks tuned up for the bi-district match by defeating Sam Rayburn in straight sets by 25-17, 25-7 and 25-15 in their regular season finale on Tuesday night. Match totals included Aspen Brown with 13 kills, Mackenzie Collins with eight kills and seven digs, Bella Law with 38 assists, four aces and seven digs, Tamarria Mitchell with 10 kills and Lauryn Wiley with 12 digs.
Sharks take sole possession of first place in 22-6A Football Race – The Shadow Creek Sharks took sole possession of first place in the 22-6A Football race by topping Pearland 41-28, Oct. 25 at AISD Freedom Field in Iowa Colony. Shadow Creek moved its record to 7-1 overall and 5-0 in district with the victory. Dante Mayes completed 11 of 14 passes for 114 yards and two TD’s, while the Sharks’ defense held Pearland to only a pair of first half first downs in taking a 20-6 lead to the locker room. Tristin Willis also broke loose for touchdown runs of 64 and 12 yards and Carter Stewart blocked an Oilers’ punt to set up another SC touchdown. The Sharks next play South Houston, Oct. 31 at Pasadena’s Veteran Stadium at 6:30 p.m.
Iowa Colony Pioneer Report
Pioneers rally for 35-21 triumph over Marshall – The Iowa Colony Pioneers moved closer to clinching a playoff spot for the second straight season with a 35-21 come-from-behind triumph against Fort Bend Marshall, Oct. 26 in 9-5A Division 2 Football action at Hall Stadium in Missouri City. Iowa Colony moved its record to 7-1 overall and 4-1 in district with the victory. Quarterback Carson White completed 11 of 20 passes for 185 yards and three TD’s, while Eric Mosley added 118 yards on the ground and a 21-yard scoring run, which sealed the win. Jayden Warren also provided a 62-yard catch and run reception to give Iowa Colony the lead for the first time at 28-21 late in the fourth quarter. Jarvis Solomon intercepted a pair of Marshall passes and Adrian Porter Jr. delivered a team-leading 13 tackles. Iowa Colony next plays Terry at Rosenberg’s Traylor Stadium, Saturday at 11 a.m.
Alvin Yellowjacket Report
Keithley named to Texas HS Football Hall of Fame – Former Alvin High School Football great Gary Keithley was among nine prep legends who were named to the Texas High School Football Hall of Fame’s 2025 Class. Keithley (who was chosen in the 1969 and Before Category) guided Alvin to the 1968 Class 3A State Semifinals with the Yellowjackets going a program-best 12-1. Keithley passed for 1,789 yards and 21 touchdowns (both of which still school records at Alvin), while also scoring 15 touchdowns on the ground and averaging 42.5 yards as the team’s punter as well. Keithley went to play his collegiate ball at the University of Texas at El Paso, while also playing in the NFL with the St. Louis Cardinals and the Canadian Football League with the BC Lions. Induction ceremonies for the 2025 TXHSFB Hall of Fame class are scheduled for May 10 in Waco. Other inductees include Patrick Mahomes/Whitehouse HS (2010s), Robert Griffin III/Copperas Cove (2000s), Pat Thomas/Plano HS (1970s) and Jeff Traylor/Gilmer HS (Eddie Joseph Coach Category).
Yellowjackets’ Football drops 42-21 decision to Manvel – The Alvin Yellowjackets dropped a 42-21 decision to Manvel in 22-6A Football action, Oct. 18 at AISD Memorial Stadium. Quarterback Drew Bingham scored on a 1-yard keeper for Alvin’s first touchdown, while Bingham connected with Chuck Phillips for a 25-yard TD pass and Samuel Fernandez also scored on a 7-yard rushing TD. Fernandez paced Alvin offensively with 107 yards on 20 carries and one touchdown. The Jackets next play Dawson, Friday at “The Rig” in Pearland at 7 p.m.
Manvel Maverick Report
Lady Maverick Cross Country Duo advances to state – The Manvel High School Girls’ Cross Country duo of Danna Ramirez and Jannie Cardenas both earned state qualifying berths after solid performances at the Region III-6A Meet in Huntsville last weekend. Ramirez finished 18th with a time of 19:18.10, while Cardenas was 19th with a time of 19:18.70. Ramirez and Cardenas will next advance to the Class 6A State Meet, Nov. 1 in Round Rock.
Mavericks’ Football remains in contention for playoff spot – The Manvel Mavericks pulled away with a pair of fourth quarter touchdowns to defeat Alvin, 42-21 in 22-6A Football action, Oct. 18 at AISD Memorial Stadium in Alvin. Cam Renfro completed 13 of 16 passes for 143 yards and two touchdowns to lead the Mavs offensively, while Bruce Robinson blazed 67 yards with a blocked field goal touchdown return to give Manvel (4-4 overall, 4-2 in district) a 14-7 lead at halftime. Joshua Irvin caught a pair of TD passes for Manvel and Xavier Brown and Renfro added rushing TD’s on the ground. The Mavs have a bye week this weekend, before hosting Dawson, Nov. 1 at AISD Freedom Field at 7 p.m.
Shadow Creek Shark Report
Collins receives invitation for All-American Game – Shadow Creek Volleyball standout MacKenzie Collins has been to invited to play in the 2024-2025 Under Armor Next All-American Game in Orlando Florida. Collins leads the playoff bound Lady Sharks with 498 kills this season, while ranking second on the team in aces with 39. Shadow Creek carries a 30-10 overall record and will be competing in the Class 6A playoffs as the third seed from 22-6A
Iowa Colony Pioneer Report
Pioneers roll to victory over Lamar Consolidated – The Iowa Colony Pioneers rolled to a 68-13 victory over Lamar Consolidated in 9-5A Division 2 Football action, Oct. 18 at AISD Freedom Field. The Pioneers moved their record to 6-1 overall and 3-1 in district with the win. Eric Mosley led the Pioneers with 99 yards on 12 carries and four TD’s, while quarterback Carson White added a pair of touchdowns on the ground as well. Iowa Colony next plays Fort Bend Marshall, Saturday at Hall Stadium in Missouri City at 11 a.m.
Regional Quarter-finals
Boys Water Polo Playoffs
Congrats to the Alvin HS Boys Water Polo Teams for beating Jersey Village HS in the Area round of the Playoffs! The Boys will face Strake Jesuit PC on Tuesday, 10/15/24 at the MAC Natatorium located on the campus of Lamar HS (3325 Westheimer Rd. Houston, 77098). The gates open at 4:30 p.m., the match starts at 5:30 p.m. and ticket prices are $5 across the board. Please make plans to come out to support the Jackets as they battle for the Regional Quarter-finals Championship!
Alvin Yellowjacket Report
Banner drive highlights Yellowjackets’ 35-15 victory – The Alvin Yellowjackets captured a 35-15 victory over Sam Rayburn in 22-6A Football action, Oct. 3 at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Pasadena. The win improved the Jackets’ record to 2-4 overall and 1-3 in district play. The victory was highlighted by a banner 24-play, 99-yard drive, which was climaxed by Carlos Medina’s 1-yard touchdown run to close the first half. The possession consumed the entire second quarter along with the final 46 seconds of the first quarter. Meka Phillips also scored on a 5-yard run for Alvin, while Cameron Fobbs scored on runs of 22 and 51 yards. The Jackets have a bye this coming weekend, before returning to action on Oct. 18 against Manvel at home.
Yellowjackets’ Water Polo opens playoffs with first round win – The Alvin Yellowjackets rolled to a 15-4 home triumph over Bellaire in the first round of the UIL Water Polo Boys’ Playoffs, Tuesday night. Victor Garza led the way with seven goals, while Dax Taylor pierced the net five times. Ayden Guess added a pair of goals and Gordon Larson chipped in a score as well. The Jackets next face Jersey Village in the area round on Saturday.
Lady Yellowjackets outlast South Houston in five sets – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets travelled to South Houston and came away with a 25-10, 25-21, 20-25, 22-25 and 15-10 five-set road victory, Tuesday night. Match totals included Brooklyn Morris with 20 kills and 17 digs for a double double, Reece Shotwell with 16 assists and 14 digs for a double double along with six kills, Jatara Roland with 16 assists and five digs, Kennedi Hansen with 13 digs, Cameryn Mercer with 11 digs and Payton Ashley with five kills. The Lady Jackets next host Sam Rayburn, Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Manvel Maverick Report
Mavericks’ Football rolls to win over South Houston – The Manvel Mavericks rolled to a 49-10 triumph over South Houston, Oct. 4 at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Pasadena. The win improved the Mavs’ district mark to 3-3 overall and 2-2 in the 22-6A Football Standings. The Mavs were led by a season-high 296 yards on the ground, which featured Aycee Johnson with 135 yards on 18 carries and Xaiden Brown with 107 yards on 14 carries. Grant Stewart delivered TD interception returns of 65 and 46 yards and quarterback Cam Renfro scored on a pair of keepers as well. The Mavs next host Sam Rayburn for homecoming, Friday at AISD Freedom Field at 7 p.m.
Shadow Creek Shark Report
Sharks wins fifth straight – The Shadow Creek Sharks moved their record to a perfect 4-0 in the 22-6A Football Standings with a 56-15 victory over Dobie, Oct. 4 at Freedom Field in Iowa Colony. Sharks’ junior speedster Chris Stewart hauled in scoring receptions of 16 and 15 yards, while dashing for a pair of special team TD’s on punt returns of 78 and 56 yards. Quarterback Joseph Stewart also went 13 of 18 through the air for 279 yards and three TD’s. The Sharks (5-1 overall) next play Memorial, Saturday at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Pasadena at 2 p.m.
Iowa Colony Pioneer Report
Lady Pioneers edged at Ball in five sets – The Iowa Colony Lady Pioneers were edged at Galveston Ball in five sets by 21-25, 26-24, 21-25, 25-23 and 15-17 scores on Tuesday. Match totals for the Lady Pioneers (15-12 overall, 3-5 in 20-5A) included Taylor Bonner Williams with 22 kills and 11 digs for a double double, Janae Garner with 11 kills and eight blocks, Breia Dixon with 24 assists and 15 digs for a double double, Ashlyn Terry with 15 assists and 14 digs for a double double, Layla Gamez with 19 digs and Hannah Lane with 16 digs. The Lady Pioneers next play at Santa Fe, Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Bi-District Team Tennis Playoffs
Congrats to the Shadow Creek HS Team Tennis for earning District 22-6A Runner-Up! The Sharks will host Fort Bend Austin HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs! The match will be played on Tuesday, 10/8/24 at Shadow Creek HS with a 2:30 p.m. start time. Please make plans to come out to SCHS to support the Sharks as they battle for the Bi-District Championship!
Bi-District Team Water Polo Playoffs
Congrats to the Alvin HS Girls and Boys Water Polo Teams for qualifying for the Playoffs! The Boys are District Champions of District 22-6A! The Girls will face Lamar HS on Monday, 10/7/24 at the MAC Natatorium located on the campus of Lamar HS (3325 Westheimer Rd. Houston, 77098). The gates open at 4:30 p.m., the match starts at 5:30 p.m. and ticket prices are $5 across the board. The Boys will face Bellaire HS on Tuesday, 10/8/24 at Shadow Creek HS. The gates open 5:00 p.m., the match starts at 6:45 p.m. and the ticket prices are $8 across the board. Please make plans to come out to support the Jackets as they compete for the Boys & Girls Bi-District Championship!
Congrats to the Shadow Creek HS Girls and Boys Water Polo Teams for qualifying for the Playoffs! The Girls & Boys are District Runner-Ups of District 22-6A! The Girls will face Bellaire HS on Monday, 10/8/24 at Shadow Creek HS. The gates open at 5:00 p.m., the match starts at 5:30 p.m. and ticket prices are $8 across the board. The Boys will face Lamar HS on Tuesday, 10/8/24 at Shadow Creek HS. The gates open at 5:00 p.m., the match starts at 8:00 p.m. and the ticket prices are $8 across the board. Please make plans to come out to support the Sharks as they compete for the Boys & Girls Bi-District Championship!
Alvin Yellowjacket Report
Former Yellowjacket Baseball Coach among 2025 THSBCA HOF Class – Former Alvin Yellowjackets’ Head Baseball Coach Mike Rogers was among four individuals who have been named to the 2025 Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association’s Hall of Fame class. Rogers who ended his 40-year coaching career with exactly 800 victories, served as the Yellowjackets’ HBC from 2002-2013, guiding the team to the playoff seven times, which included a 33-7 record and regional semifinal appearance in 2008. Rogers picked up Career Win No. 500 with Alvin in 2012. Rogers will be the second THSBCA Hall inductee with Alvin connections with Nolan Ryan being named in 2021. Other coaching stops for Rogers included Buna, Port Arthur Jefferson, Jasper and Lake Travis where he coaching his final nine seasons before retiring in 2022.
Jackets’ Football drops Homecoming contest to South Houston – The Alvin Yellowjackets dropped a 35-17 decision to South Houston in 22-6A Football action in Alvin on Sept. 27. Running back Samuel Fernandez rushed for 157 yards and scoring runs of 16 and 8 yards, while Enrique Garza booted a 24-yard field through the uprights. The Jackets (1-4 overall, 0-3 in district) next play Rayburn, Thursday at Pasadena Veterans’ Memorial Stadium with a 6:30 p.m. kickoff.
Manvel Maverick Report
Mavericks’ Football comes up short against Pearland – The Manvel Mavericks suffered a 42-18 defeat to Pearland, Sept. 27 at AISD Freedom Field in Iowa Colony. The Mavericks saw their record drop to 2-3 overall and 1-2 in 22-6A with the defeat. Quarterback Cam Renfro (13 of 32 for 275 yards, three touchdowns) threw TD passes of 67 yards to Khalil Ali, 88 yards to Antoine Walker and 23 yards to Joshua Irvin. Wilder had three receptions for 113 yards overall with the TD reception. The Mavs next play South Houston, Friday at Pasadena Veterans Memorial Stadium with a 7 p.m. kickoff.
Lady Mavericks’ Volleyball sweeps Pasadena Memorial – The Manvel Lady Mavericks came up with a big road victory on Tuesday night, sweeping Pasadena Memorial in straight sets by 25-16, 25-18 and 25-13 scores in 22-6A Volleyball action. Match totals for Lady Mavs included Nevaeh English with 11 kills, Kadia Jackson and London King with six kills apiece, Kamille Jackson with six blocks, Emerson Chang and Rylan Lilly with 10 digs each and Kenedy Massie with 25 assists. The Lady Mavs next play at Shadow Creek, Friday at 4:30 p.m.
Shadow Creek Shark Report
Sharks wins fourth straight – The Shadow Creek Sharks got off to another fast start and never looked back, dispatching Dawson 42-21 in 22-6A Football action, Sept. 27 in Pearland. The victory was the fourth straight for Shadow Creek, who improved to 4-1 overall and 3-0 in district. Quarterback Joseph Stewart had another big game under center for the Sharks, completing 13 of 18 passes for 266 yards and four touchdowns, while adding a TD on the ground as well. Ashton Jones collected three scoring receptions, while Chris Stewart had the other one. The Sharks next host Dobie for Homecoming, Friday at Iowa Colony’s Freedom Field at 7 p.m.
Iowa Colony Pioneer Report
Pioneers’ 14-game regular season streak snapped by Randle – The Iowa Colony Pioneers suffered a 30-10 defeat to Richmond Randle in 9-5A Division 2 Football action, Sept. 26 at Freedom Field in Iowa Colony. The defeat snapped Iowa Colony’s 14-game regular season win streak. The Pioneers currently hold a 4-1 overall record and are 1-1 in district. Andy Cruz booted a 20-yard field goal and quarterback Carson White tossed a 10-yard scoring pass to Cameron Seriale to account for the IC tallies. The Pioneers have a bye week this weekend and next return to action on Oct. 11 when they play at Santa Fe at 7 p.m.
Alvin Yellowjacket Report
Lady Yellowjackets’ Volleyball drops five set heartbreaker – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets dropped by a five set heartbreaker to Dobie by 20-25, 25-17, 19-25, 25-21 and 14-16 scores in 22-6A Volleyball action in Alvin, Tuesday night. Match totals for the Lady Yellowjackets included Brooklyn Morris with 16 kills and 18 digs for a double double, Camryn Mercer with eight kills and 18 digs, Reece Shotwell with seven kills and 16 assists, Kennedi Hansen with 24 digs and Jatara Roland with 21 assists. The Lady Jackets next play at Pasadena Memorial, Friday at 4:30 p.m.
Manvel Maverick Report
Mavericks’ Football falls to Shadow Creek – The Manvel Mavericks suffered a 43-20 defeat to Shadow Creek in 22-6A Football action, Sept. 20 in Iowa Colony. The contest was also the Third Annual HWY 6/Bill Lewis Gridiron Classic and marked the first ever district meeting between the area programs. The Mavericks saw their record fall to 1-3 overall and 1-1 in district play. Quarterback Cam Renfro scored on a 9-yard keeper and also threw TD passes to Tony Edmonson (8 yards) and Rumarion Hawthrone (10 yards). The Mavs next host Pearland, Friday at AISD Freedom Field at 7 p.m.
Lady Mavericks’ VB edged by Dawson in four sets – The Manvel Lady Mavericks were edged by Dawson in four sets by 25-23, 20-25, 21-25 and 13-25 scores in 22-6A Volleyball action, Tuesday night. Match totals for the Lady Mavs (21-10 overall, 4-3 in district) included Kaycee Pennie with 11 kills, Nevaeh English and Kaylee Preston with six kills apiece, Kenedy Massie with 25 assists and 16 digs for a double double, Emerson Chang with 22 digs, Keagan St. Junious with nine digs and Samantha Guikema with seven digs. Manvel next plays at Dobie, Friday at 4:30 p.m.
Shadow Creek Shark Report
Sharks roll to 43-20 triumph – The Shadow Creek Sharks got off to a fast start and never looked back, topping Manvel 43-20 in 22-6A Football action, Sept. 20 in Iowa Colony. The Sharks improved to 3-1 overall and 2-0 in district play. The contest was also the Third Annual HWY 6/Bill Lewis Gridiron Classic and marked the first ever district meeting between the area programs. Sharks’ Quarterback Joseph Stewart passed for 296 yards and four touchdowns with Chris Stewart and Jacorey Watson hauling in two TD receptions apiece. Tristin Willis and Alex Kirkland also had rushing TD’s for Shadow Creek. The Sharks next play Dawson, Friday at The Rig in Pearland at 7 p.m.
Iowa Colony Pioneer Report
Pioneers’ Football defeats Baytown Lee in district opener – The Iowa Colony Pioneers moved their record to 4-0 overall with a 63-14 triumph over Baytown Lee in their 9-5A Division 2 Football opener at Stallworth Stadium in Baytown, Sept. 20. The Pioneers jumped to a quick 21-0 first half lead on Carson White’s 9-yard QB keeper and pair of White scoring passes to Antoine Martin. Lee pulled within 21-14 late in the second quarter, but White’s 9-yard TD toss to Jayden Warren regained a two touchdown cushion at for IC at 28-14 at intermission and Iowa Colony then pulled away during the final 24 minutes. White connected with Ian Hill (27 yards) and Warren (30 yards) with TD passes, while Denim Barnes (35 yards) and Mikah Barnes (4 yards) added rushing scores. The Pioneers next host Richmond Randle, Thursday at Freedom Field at 7 p.m.
Alvin Yellowjacket Report
Garza boots milestone 47-yard field goal in Jackets’ loss – Enrique Garza booted a 47-yard field goal in the Alvin Yellowjackets’ 42-17 defeat to Shadow Creek in their 22-6A Football opener on Sept. 13. Garza’s FG tied Jackson Basalliere (2010 vs. Pearland) and Clay Stagg (1988 vs. Texas City) for the longest in AHS history. Quarterback Drew Bingham also scored a pair of touchdowns on 3 and 4-yard keepers. Holding a 1-2 overall record, the Jackets next play Pearland, Friday at “The Rig” at 7 p.m.
Lady Yellowjackets’ Volleyball sweeps Elsik – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets delivered a 25-13, 25-16 and 25-23 sweep over Elsik in non-district volleyball action, Sept. 13 in Alief. Match totals for Alvin included Laila Johnson with nine kills, Brooklyn Morris with five kills, Reece Shotwell with four kills, 19 assists and 11 digs for a double double, Payton Ashley with four kills, Camryn Mercer with 12 digs and Morgan Gassaway with five assists. The Lady Jackets next play Dawson, Friday in Pearland at 6:30 p.m.
Alvin Water Polo picks up two victories – The Alvin High School Water Polo teams picked up a pair of home victories over Iowa Colony, Tuesday. The Yellowjackets earned a 20-6 win in the boys’ match behind three Oscar Santos goals and two apiece by Ayden Guess and Spencer Pritt. Alvin moved its record to 11-1 overall and 5-0 in district with the victory. The Lady Yellowjackets also reached the win column on Tuesday, defeating Iowa Colony by a 21-12 count. Scoring included Zosia Guess with five goals and Kendall Dudley and Victoria Hernandez with four goals each.
Manvel Maverick Report
Mavericks gain first win of season – The Manvel Mavericks snapped a two-game skid and picked up their first win of the 2024 football season with a 75-21 home triumph over Pasadena Memorial in their 22-6A opener, Sept. 12 at Freedom Field in Iowa Colony. Manvel (1-2 overall) rolled up a season-high 522 yards and scored on all nine first half possessions. Sophomore Brayden Tuiasosopo shined in his varsity debut at quarterback, completing 13 of 15 passes for 145 yards and five touchdowns. Junior Cam Renfro also completed 9 of 12 passes for 108 yards and one touchdown. The Mavs next play Shadow Creek in the third annual HYY 288/Bill Lewis Gridiron Classic, Friday at Freedom Field at 7 p.m. The Mavericks will serve as the visitors for the third ever meeting between the area schools.
Lady Mavericks roll to win over Alvin – The Manvel Lady Mavericks rolled to a 25-3, 25-7 and 25-3 straight set win over Alvin in 22-6A Volleyball action, Tuesday night. Leading the way for the Lady Mavs was Nevaeh English with 14 kills and three blocks, Kenedy Massie with 27 assists and six digs, Kaycee Pennie with seven kills, Cynthia Daniels with five kills and Emerson Chang and Samantha Guikema with nine digs each. Manvel moved its record to 21-9 overall and 4-2 in 22-6A with the victory.
Mavericks’ Cross Country competes at La Porte Meet – The Manvel Mavericks competed at the La Porte Cross Country Meet last weekend with the Lady Mavericks turning in a second place team performance and the Mavericks placing fourth in the boys’ division. Top finishes included Jannine Cardenas with a second place, Jessica Cardenas with a seventh place, Danna Ramirez in 10th place, Isaac Rodas in 17th place, Nathan Hubenak in 21st place and Marcus Lewis in 24th place.
Shadow Creek Shark Report
Sharks win 22-6A football opener – The Shadow Creek Sharks came away with a 42-17 victory over Alvin in their 22-6A Football opener, Sept. 13 in Alvin. The Sharks improved to 2-1 overall with the win. Quarterback Joseph Stewart threw a 73-yard touchdown pass to Chris Stewart and Ashton Jones also had a receiving TD for Shadow Creek. George Kirkland and Tristan Willis scored rushing TD’s for the Sharks as well. The Sharks next host Manvel on Friday in the third annual HWY 288/Bill Lewis Gridiron Classic at Freedom Field at 7 p.m.
Lady Sharks’ Volleyball sweeps Memorial – The Shadow Creek Lady Sharks remained unbeaten in the 22-6A volleyball ranks with a 25-12, 25-20 and 25-10 straight set sweep over Pasadena Memorial on Sept. 13. Leading the way for the Lady Sharks (24-7 overall, 5-0) was Mckenzie Collins with 13 kills, Tamarria Mitchell and Aspen Brown with 11 kills apiece, Bella Law with 27 assists and 16 digs for a double double and Kelly Kelsick with 11 assists and 14 digs for a double double. The Lady Sharks next play at Pearland, Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Iowa Colony Pioneer Report
Pioneers’ Football pull away from Elsik – The Iowa Colony Pioneers moved their record to 3-0 overall with a 47-14 home victory over Elsik in non-district football action, Sept. 13. The contest served as the final tune-up for the Pioneers as they play Baytown Lee in their 9-5A Division 2 opener, Friday at Baytown’s Stallworth Stadium. Kickoff is 7 p.m. Iowa Colony rolled to an early 28-0 first half lead behind Carson White’s TD passes of 76 and 39 yards to Antoine Martin. While Elsik pulled within 28-14 at the break, the Pioneers put the game away with 19 unanswered points during the second half. Andy Cruz booted a 29-yard field goal, while White threw another TD toss to Jayden Warren and also reached the end zone with a 9-yard QB keeper.
Iowa Colony Volleyball drops match to Santa Fe – The Iowa Colony Lady Pioneers dropped a 21-25, 17-25 and 21-25 straight set home decision to Santa Fe in 20-5A Volleyball action on Tuesday. Match totals for the Lady Pioneers included Taylor Bonner Williams with eight kills, Hannah Lane and Je`Dyn Parker with four kills each, Ashlyn Terry with 11 assists and 10 digs for a double double and Breia Dixon with 10 digs. The Lady Pioneers (13-9 overall, 1-2) next play at Angleton, Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Alvin Yellowjacket Report
Yellowjackets’ Football rolls to win over Dulles – The Alvin Yellowjackets rolled to a 21-0 victory over Dulles in non-district football action, Sept. 5 at Hall Stadium in Missouri City. Quarterback Drew Bingham rushed for 184 yards on 24 carries and one touchdown, while Sammy Fernandez added 117 yards on 23 carries and one TD and Keegan Moore added 99 yards on the ground. The Yellowjackets’ defense also came up with two big stops inside on their own territory early to keep the game scoreless until Bingham’s two-yard QB sneak in the opening period. Alvin (1-1 overall) next hosts Shadow Creek in the 22-6A opener for both teams, Friday at AISD Memorial Stadium at 7 p.m.
Lady Yellowjackets’ Volleyball sweeps Sam Rayburn – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets moved their record to 2-2 in 22-6A volleyball play with a 25-18, 25-21 and 25-15 sweep over Sam Rayburn, Tuesday in Pasadena. Match totals for the Lady Yellowjackets included Payton Ashley with nine kills and five blocks, Brooklyn Morris with six kills and seven digs, Lauren Weber with five kills, Morgan Gassaway with seven digs and 12 assists and Reece Shotwell with 14 assists and five digs. The Lady Jackets next play at Alief Elsik, Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Manvel Maverick Report
Mavericks edged by Barbers Hill on the road– The Manvel Mavericks dropped a 21-13 decision to Barbers Hill in non-district football action on Sept. 6 in Mont Belvieu. Kenneth Malone-Hayes scored on a one-yard run and quarterback Jackson Hamilton threw a 21-yard TD pass to Antoine Wilder. The Mavericks were held to only 188 yards of total offense in the contest. Manvel (0-2 overall) next hosts Pasadena Memorial, Thursday in the 22-6A opener at AISD Freedom Field. Kickoff is 6:30 p.m.
Lady Mavericks sweep South Houston – The Manvel Lady Mavericks bounced back from a two-game losing streak to sweep South Houston by 25-12, 25-9 and 25-15 in 22-6A Volleyball action, Tuesday night. Leading the way for the Lady Mavs was Kenedy Massie with 35 assists, Cynthia Daniels with 13 kills, Nevaeh English with nine kills, Kaycee Pennie with eight kills, Kaylee Preston with seven kills, Rylan Lilly with nine digs and Keegan St. Junious with four aces. The Lady Mavs next host Rayburn, Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Shadow Creek Shark Report
Sharks top Clear Creek for Green’s first HC win – The Shadow Creek Sharks dominated Clear Creek by a 34-7 count on Sept. 6 at AISD Freedom Field in non-district football action in Iowa Colony to give Tyrone Green his first ever victory in the head coaching ranks. Quarterback Joseph Stewart passed for 176 yards and three touchdowns with Chris Stewart hauling in a pair of scoring strikes and Rahim Hutchins catching the other TD toss. George Kirkland added 134 yards on the ground and a TD for the Sharks (1-1 overall), who next open 22-6A play by traveling to play Alvin, Friday at AISD Memorial Stadium at 7 p.m.
Lady Sharks’ Volleyball outlasts Dawson in five-set thriller – The Shadow Creek Lady Sharks came away with a victory at Pearland Dawson in five sets by 28-30, 25-15, 25-23, 14-25 and 17-15 scores on Sept. 6. Leading the way for the Lady Sharks was McKenzie Collins with 22 kills, Tamarria Mitchell with 14 kills, Aspen Brown with 10 kills, Bella Law with 42 assists and 18 digs for a double double, Lauryn Wiley with 27 digs and Kaira Horne with four blocks. Also sweeping Dobie by 25-12, 25-18 and 25-10, Tuesday night, the Lady Sharks improved to 4-0 in 22-6A and next play at Pasadena Memorial, Friday at 5:30 p.m.
Iowa Colony Pioneer Report
Pioneers’ Football blank Crosby 24-0 – The Iowa Colony Pioneers moved their record to 2-0 overall with a dominating 24-0 victory at Crosby in non-district football action, Sept. 6. Quarterback Carson White passed for 132 yards and threw TD passes of 75 and four yards to Jayden Warren and Jacody Miles also caught a 16-yard scoring toss in the contest. Andy Cruz opened up the scoring for the Pioneers with a 39-yard field goal. Jeremy Garner also intercepted a pair of passes and Adrian Porter delivered a team-leading 10 tackles. The Pioneers next host Elsik, Friday for Homecoming at Freedom Field at 7 p.m.
Iowa Colony Volleyball opens district play with win over Texas City – The Iowa Colony Lady Pioneers opened 20-5A volleyball play with a 25-20, 17-25, 25-19 and 25-14 four-set home victory over Texas City, Tuesday night. Leading the way for the Lady Pioneers was Taylor Bonner Williams with 12 kills, eight digs and four aces, while other match totals included Kendel White with seven kills, Hannah Lane with five kills and 12 digs, Allison Salas with five kills and four aces, Breia Dixon with eight digs, Irelyn Parker with seven digs, Janae Parker with five blocks and Je`Dyn Parker with four blocks. The Lady Pioneers next host Galveston Ball, Friday at 4:30 p.m.
Alvin Yellowjacket Report
Lady Jackets’ Volleyball drops district match to Pearland – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets dropped a 13-25, 20-25 and 15-25 straight set decision to Pearland in 22-6A Volleyball action, Tuesday night in Alvin. Match totals for Alvin included Brooklyn Morris with 11 kills, Lauren Weber with five kills, Kennedi Hansen with 15 digs and Morgan Gassaway with 14 assists. The Lady Jackets next host South Houston, Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Yellowjackets’ Football suffers 41-6 defeat in opener – The Alvin Yellowjackets suffered a 41-6 defeat to Bastrop in the 2024 high school football opener for both teams, Aug. 30 in Alvin. After Bastrop struck for two touchdowns to lead 12-0 on the game’s two first drives, the Jackets drove 89 yards in 12 plays with quarterback Drew Bingham scoring from a yard out on a sneak to cut the margin to 12-6. However, the Bears struck for two more first half TD’s in the second period to take a 27-6 halftime advantage. Alvin next plays Dulles, Thursday at Hall Stadium in Missouri City at 7 p.m.
Manvel Maverick Report
Mavericks fall to Ball High in Football opener – The Manvel Mavericks fell to Galveston Ball by a 54-26 count in the 2024 high school football opener for both teams, Aug. 30 in Iowa Colony. Ball High’s Jonah Williams scored five touchdowns to lead the way for the Tors. Manvel’s Antoine Wilder blazed to the end zone with an 82-yard kickoff return, while quarterback Cam Renfro hit Joshua Irvin with a five-yard scoring toss and Kenneth Malone Hayes scored on a one-yard rushing TD. The Mavs next play at Barbers Hill, Friday at 7 p.m.
English has big match in Lady Mavs’ tough defeat to Shadow Creek– Despite a match-high 26 kills by senior outside hitter Nevaeh English, the Manvel Lady Mavericks suffered a 17-25, 16-25, 25-15 and 23-25 four-set home defeat to Shadow Creek, Tuesday night. English also had three blocks, nine digs and three aces in the match, while other totals for Manvel included Kenedy Massie with 37 assists, Emerson Chang with 20 digs and Cynthia Daniels with five kills. The Mavs next host Pearland, Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Shadow Creek Shark Report
Lady Sharks’ Volleyball capture win at Manvel– The Shadow Creek Lady Sharks captured a 25-17, 25-16, 15-25 and 25-23 four-set victory at Manvel in 22-6A Volleyball action. Leading the way for the Lady Sharks was Mckenzie Collins with 16 kills, Tamarria Bell with 13 kills, Aspen Brown with 12 kills, Bella Law with 49 assists and 14 digs for a double double and Lauryn Wiley with 20 digs. The match was the first ever meeting for the two AISD court powers. The Lady Sharks next play at Pearland Dawson, Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Sharks fall at Summer Creek in football opener – The Shadow Creek Sharks suffered a 42-0 defeat to Summer Creek in the 2024 high school football opener for both teams, Aug. 30 in Humble. Joseph Stewart passed for 76 yards to lead the Shadow Creek offense. The Sharks next host Clear Creek, Friday at AISD Freedom Field in Iowa Colony at 7 p.m.
Iowa Colony Pioneer Report
Pioneers roll to 41-7 season opening football victory – The Iowa Colony Pioneers rolled to a 41-7 victory over Stafford in the 2024 high school football opener for both teams, Aug. 30 at Freedom Field in Iowa Colony. Quarterback Carson White rushed for TD’s of 1, 11 and 14 yards, while firing a 29-yard scoring strike to Jayden Warren. Eric Mosley also rushed for 125 yards and one TD and Hayden Caston scooped up a Stafford fumble and motored 33 yards for a defensive score. Caston and Chandler Love intercepted Stafford passes in the contest as well. The Pioneers next play at Crosby, Friday at 7 p.m.
Iowa Colony Volleyball edged in five sets by St. Johns – The Iowa Colony Volleyball Girls were edged in five sets by St. Johns by 15-25, 25-19, 25-23, 16-25 and 12-15 scores, Tuesday night in non-district volleyball action. Match totals for the Lady Pioneers included Taylor Bonner Williams with 14 kills and three aces, Hannah Lane with six kills, Kendel White and Allison Salas with five kills apiece, Breia Dixon with 20 digs and Ashlyn Terry with 12 digs. The Lady Pioneers next host Pasadena, Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Alvin Yellowjacket Report
Lady Jackets’ Volleyball drops district opener to Shadow Creek – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets dropped a 25-10, 25-6 and 25-9 straight set decision to Shadow Creek in the 22-6A volleyball opener for both teams, Tuesday in Alvin. Brooklyn Morris provided five kills and six digs to lead Alvin, while other match totals included Morgan Gassaway with six assists and Reece Shotwell with five assists and four digs. The Lady Jackets next compete at the Leander Tournament this weekend.
Manvel Maverick Report
Lady Mavericks’ Volleyball cruises to victory in league opener – The Manvel Lady Mavericks moved their record to 13-5 for the season by cruising to a 25-14, 25-7 and 25-15 victory over Pasadena Memorial in their 22-6A Volleyball opener, Tuesday in Manvel. Match totals for the Lady Mavs included Cynthia Daniels with 11 kills, Nevaeh English and Kaycee Pennie with seven kills apiece, Kenedy Massie with 32 assists and nine digs, Samantha Guikema with 16 digs and Rylan Lily with seven digs. Manvel next plays Brazoswood in a non-district match at Clute, Friday at 5:15 p.m.
Shadow Creek Shark Report
Lady Sharks roll to victory in league opener– The Shadow Creek Lady Sharks rolled to a 25-10, 25-6 and 25-9 straight set victory at Alvin in the 22-6A volleyball opener for both teams, Tuesday night. Shadow Creek has opened the season with an impressive 13-4 start and has already had a pair of players receive preseason honors. McKenzie Collins was named to the Greater Houston Volleyball Coaches Association’s First Team, while Aspen Brown was a second team pick. The Lady Sharks next compete at the Leander Tournament this weekend.
Iowa Colony Pioneer Report
Iowa Colony Volleyball wins bronze bracket at tourney – The Iowa Colony Volleyball Girls won three of their five matches last weekend at the Bastrop Tournament to win the Bronze Bracket Championship. Coached by new head coach Tracy Klembus, the Lady Pioneers also opened the season last week by rallying from a two sets to none deficit to edge Alvin in a five-set thriller. The Lady Pioneers next compete at the Needville Tournament this weekend.