Alvin Independent School District

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

Peterson named to All-Greater Houston Football team – Alvin Yellowjackets’ senior fullback Dayshawn Peterson was named to the All-Greater Houston Football First team offense this week. The accolade adds to the list of season accomplishments for Peterson, who became the fourth Alvin running back to rush for over 1,000 yards in consecutive seasons. This season, Peterson rambled for 1,469 yards on 185 carries (7.9 yard average) and 17 touchdowns. Peterson was also selected to the All-District 23-6A First team recently as well.

Five Lady Yellowjackets named to TSWA All-State Volleyball team – A total of five Alvin Lady Yellowjackets were named to the Blue Bell/Texas Sportswriters Association’s Class 6A Volleyball team. Senior outside hitter Ana Garza and junior middle blocker Wylie Singleton were both selected to the third team, while senior outside hitter Mackenzie Strban joined junior setter Korrigan Wright and senior libero Coryn Breaux each made the honorable mention list. Alvin finished third in 23-6A and won their first playoff match in seven years over Clear Creek to advance to the area round.

Manvel Maverick Report

Maverick Basketball sweeps Friendswood – The Manvel Mavericks’ Varsity Basketball teams both captured their 18-5A contests with Friendswood on Tuesday. The league leading Lady Mavericks continued on a roll with their 11^th consecutive win, beating the Lady Mustangs, 60-31 at home. Payton Cooks pumped in a game-high 14 points and Akyla Fields added 10 points. The Lady Mavs (22-7, 7-0 in district) next play at Santa Fe, Friday at 7 p.m. The Manvel also won on Tuesday, posting a 71-49 triumph at Friendswood behind R.J. Hurd’s 23 points, 16 points by Fourest Mills and 13 points by Jamari McDowell. The Mavs (13-8 overall, 3-2 in district) next host Santa Fe, Friday at 7 p.m.

Four Lady Mavericks named to TSWA All-State Volleyball team – A total of four Manvel Lady Mavericks were named to the Blue Bell/Texas Sportswriters Association’s Class 5A Volleyball team. Senior outside hitters Devyn Lewis and Lyric Jordan joined sophomore setter Kenedy Massie and junior libero Bea Angeles in being selected to the honorable mention list. The Lady Mavericks captured the 18-5A crown and advanced to the regional semifinal round with wins over Crosby, Lamar Consolidated and Barbers Hill. Manvel has gone an impressive 70-23 over the last two seasons, advancing to the state tourney for the first time in school history in 2021.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Sharks and Lady Sharks pick up key district hoop wins   – The Shadow Creek Sharks rolled to 23-6A victories in both boys' and girls’ basketball action on Wednesday. The Sharks rebounded from their first district loss the previous weekend, edging Alief Taylor, 34-32 on the road to improve to 17-8 overall and 4-1 in district. The Sharks next host Strake Jesuit, Friday at 7 p.m. The Lady Sharks rallied from a three-point halftime deficit to top Taylor, 54-46 at home on Wednesday. Shadow Creek went on a 19-6 third quarter run and never looked back to move their record to 18-11 overall and 5-2 in district. The Lady Sharks next play at Pearland, Jan. 24 at 7 p.m.

Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Pioneers and Lady Pioneers rebound in win column – Iowa Colony picked up victories in Tuesday 26-4A Basketball action to rebound from tough defeats a week earlier. The IC Boys rolled to a 65-47 home triumph over Columbia to improve to 21-3 overall and 4-1 in district. Ranked 12^th the state by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches, the Pioneers next play at Sweeny, Friday at 7:30 p.m. The Lady Pioneers traveled to West Columbia, Tuesday and came away with a 60-48 victory over the Lady Roughnecks to move into a four-way tie at 4-3 for second place in the league standings. Payton Watson pumped in a game-high 22 points, followed by Janyha Johnson with 15 points and Aaliyah Rogers delivered a double double with 14 points and 14 rebounds. The IC girls next host Sweeny, Friday at 7 p.m.

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

AHS Powerlifters open season – The Alvin High School Varsity Powerliters competed in their first meet of the season on Jan. 4 in Alvin with the Lady Yellowjackets winning the girls’ division with a 69 point total, while the Yellowjackets finished fifth in the boys’ division. Top places for the host Yellowjackets went to: Kaylyn Tucker with a first place in the 97-pound class; Estefanny Lino with a first place in the 105-pound class; Lani Rodriguez with a third place in the 105 class; Hannah Casas with a first place in the 132 class; Denisse Limon with a second place in the 132 class; Isabella Recendez with a first place in the 148 class; Valeria Rangel with a second place in the 148 class; Christabel Bass with a first place in the 165 class; Nathaly Ramirez with a third place in the 165 class; Kimberly Benda with a second place in the 181 class; Eliana Hernandez with a first place in the 259 class; Courtney Kimble with a third place in the 259 class; Maya Ruiz with a first place in the 259+ class; Finn Madding with a first place in the 308 class; Jacob Baez with a second place in the 242 class; and Ray Razo with a third place in the 198 class.

Manvel Maverick Report

Maverick Basketball splits district contests with Ball High – The Manvel Mavericks’ Varsity Basketball teams split their 18-5A contest with Galveston Ball on Tuesday. The Lady Mavs rolled to a 52-29 home victory over Ball High to improve a league leading 5-0 in the district standings and 20-7 overall. The Manvel girls next play at Angleton, Friday at 7 p.m. The Mavericks traveled to the Island and came up on the short end of a 63-49 decision to the Tors to drop to 1-2 in district play and 11-8 overall. The Mavs next host Angleton, Friday at 7 p.m.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Sharks roll to district wins in 23-6A  – The Shadow Creek Sharks rolled to 23-6A in both boys and girls’ basketball action on Tuesday. The Sharks captured a 72-37 decision in Alvin to improve to 16-7 overall and 4-0 in district play. The SC boys next host Dawson, Saturday in Pearland at 1 p.m. Both teams entered the contest tied for first place in the league standings. The Lady Sharks also emerged victorious, claiming a 58-14 home triumph to improve to 16-11 and 3-2 in district. Kameryn Phillips pumped in 12 points to lead the Lady Sharks, who next play  Dawson, Saturday in Pearland at 1 p.m.

Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Pioneers drop district games to Stafford – Both Iowa Colony varsity basketball teams came up on the short end of 26-4A hoop contests with Stafford. The 9^th ranked IC Boys suffered only their third defeat of the season by a 47-39 count to Spartans in a meeting of state ranked teams, Tuesday in Iowa Colony. Despite the defeat, the Pioneers still hold an impressive 20-3 overall record and 3-1 in district play and next host Columbia High School on Jan. 17 at 7 p.m. Leon Gravesande led the Pioneers with 10 points. The Lady Pioneers dropped a 63-48 affair at Stafford despite Aaliyah Rogers’ double double performance of 21 points and 16 rebounds and 12 points by Payton Watson. The IC girls (3-3 in 26-4A) next play at Columbia on Jan. 17 at 6:30 p.m.

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

Eovaldi signs with Rangers – Alvin High School product Nathan Eovaldi signed a two-year, 34-million dollar contract with the Texas Rangers last month. The former Yellowjackets’ all-state hurler has played with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Miami Marlins, New York Yankees, Tampa Bay Rays and Boston Red Sox. Eovaldi pitched in the 2018 World Series for the Red Sox, who went on the win the World Championship. Eovaldi also helped Alvin advance to the regional semifinals in 2008.

Manvel Maverick Report

Maverick Basketball tops Clear Creek on road – The Manvel Mavericks rolled to a 55-48 victory over Clear Creek in non-district boys’ basketball action on Dec. 28 in League City. The Mavs improved to 10-7 overall with the victory. Jamari McDowell pumped in 21 points to lead the way, while RJ Hurd added 11 points. The Mavs next host La Porte in 18-5A action, Friday at 7 p.m.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Sharks improve to 2-0 in district  – The Shadow Creek Sharks moved their record in 23-6A with an 84-37 triumph at Alief Hastings, Wednesday night. BJ Gill paced the Sharks (14-7 overall) with 12 points, while Jalen Singleton added 11 points and Michael Collins and Kaden Tate chipped in nine points apiece. The Sharks next Alief Elsik, Saturday at 1 p.m.

Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Pioneers roll to district hoop wins – Both Iowa Colony varsity basketball teams came up with big wins in 26-4A action on Tuesday. Coming off a second place showing at the Lee College Classic, the 10^th state ranked IC boys topped La Marque, 56-28, Tuesday night at home to improve to 19-2 overall and 2-0 in district play. The Pioneers put the game away with a 36-10 run between the third and fourth periods. Robert Greene pumped in a game-high 16 points to lead the way and Kamal Henry added 10 points. The Pioneers next play at Brazosport, Friday at 7 p.m. The Iowa Colony girls traveled to La Marque on Tuesday and captured a 63-29 triumph to improve to 2-2 in district play. Leading the way for the Lady Pioneers was Aaliyah Rogers with 23 points and 14 rebounds for double double performance and Zia Willett added 12 points. The Lady Pioneers next host Brazosport, Friday at 6:30 p.m.

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

Lady Yellowjackets top Brazoswood – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets came away with a 47-19 victory over Brazoswood in non-district girls’ basketball action, Tuesday night at the AHS Competition Gym. Trinity Stevens led the way with a game-high 12 points, while Kendall Jackson added 11 points and Miranda Vogel chipped in 10 points. Improving their record to 7-10, the Lady Jackets put the game away with an 18-1 run in the second quarter. The Alvin girls next play Clear Springs, Friday in League City at 7 p.m. and open 23-6A play at Alief Hastings on Dec. 13.

Manvel Maverick Report

Maverick Basketball teams roll to wins – Both the Manvel Maverick Basketball teams rolled to victories in non-district action, Tuesday night. The Mavericks edged Clear Brook by a 53-48 at home to improve to 7-4 for the season. Jamari McDowell pumped in 16 points, followed by RJ Hurd with 14 points and Reuben Doria with 13 points. Trailing 23-22 at intermission, the Mavs outscored the Wolverines by a 13-10 count in the third period to take a 35-33 lead into the final period. The Mavs next host Clear Falls, Friday at 7 p.m. The Manvel Girls also emerged victorious on Tuesday, topping Alief Taylor, 47-40 on the road to improve to 14-7 for the season. Leading scorers for the Lady Mavs included Jackie Oba with 11 points and 14 rebounds for a double double, Allyson Ferguson with 12 points, Akyla Fields with nine points and four assists and Peyton Cooks with eight points and four assists. The Lady Mavs next play Dobie, Friday in Houston at 7 p.m.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Sharks split non-district hoop affairs  – The Shadow Creek Sharks split their two non-district varsity basketball contests on Tuesday night. The Lady Sharks topped Beaumont United by a 51-38 count on the road behind Gianna Gentry’s 18 points and 14 points by Kameryn Phillips. The Lady Sharks (10-7) erased a 11-6 United first quarter lead with an 18-2 run in the second period. Phillips also pulled down 12 rebounds to record a double double performance. Shadow Creek next opens 23-6A play on Dec. 13 at Alief Taylor. The Shadow Creek Boys came up on the short end of a 67-53 decision at Houston Christian. Michael Collins scored 11 points for the Sharks and Julian Cuillier added nine points.

 Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Pioneers enter state rankings for first time ever – Fresh off an impressive 3-1 performance at the Barbers Hill Gulf Coast Hoop Classic last weekend, the Iowa Colony Pioneers start this week state ranked for the first ever with a No. 13 ranking by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches Association’s Class 4A Boys’ Poll. The Pioneers collected wins over a non varsity opponent (76-30), North Shore (74-69) and Deer Park (48-47) with Robert Greene hitting the game-winning bucket in the latter contest in the closing seconds. The Pioneers currently hold an 8-1 record for the season. The Iowa Colony girls’ squad also came up victorious earlier this week with a 44-37 triumph against Goose Creek Memorial in Baytown, Tuesday night. Jamyha Johnson pumped in a game-high 22 points and Aaliyah Rogers pulled down eight rebounds.

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

13 Yellowjackets named to All-District 23-6A Football team – A total of 13 Alvin Yellowjackets were named to the All-District 23-6A Football team. Running back Dayshawn Peterson was an unanimous first team offensive selection, while tackle Mark Lowe was also an unanimous first team selection on the defensive side of the ball. Peterson and Lowe were joined on the first team by center Finn Madding, offensive guard Yahir Meza and punter Ray Razo. Honorable mention status went to receiver Joseph Palermo, offensive linemen Juan Juarez and Bradley Eernisse, running back Cole Erdnt, linebacker Darius Wilson, defensive lineman Liam Binger and defensive backs Hunter Kneifel and Sesar Lomeli. Alvin went 4-6 overall for the season and 2-5 in district play.

Manvel Maverick Report

Mavericks’ Football receives 23 all-district selections – The Area Finalist Manvel Mavericks received a total of 23 all-district football selections for 10-5A Division I. Inside linebackers Kaleb Blanton and Tyler Cooks was both named to the first team along with linebacker Avery Demery, safety Jalen O’Neal (unanimous), defensive tackle Mason Fleming, defensive ends Kenyon Armstrong and Jalen Charles, punter Darius Green and offensive lineman Micah Williams. Second team nods went to linebackers Zion Holmes and Quincy Nevins, safety Ja`mori Williams, defensive end Quentin Lucas, receiver Joseph Paddio, offensive lineman Allan McCarter and Devin Davis and quarterback Kaeden Smith. Honorable mention status included kicker Chase Cross, offensive linemen Elijah Cantu and Malcom Fields, receivers Derius Clerkley and Ja`Vhari Taylor and running back Steve Polk. The Mavs went 8-4 overall and 6-2 in district play, posting a bi-district playoff victory over Houston Waltrip.

Lady Mavericks’ hoops edge Dickinson – The Manvel Lady Mavericks moved their record to 11-5 for the season with a narrow 63-58 home victory over Dickinson in non-district girls’ basketball action, Tuesday night. Freshman guard Peyton Cooks had 17 points and seven assists, while sophomore guard Akyla Fields poured in 16 points and four assists and Jackie Oba and Ja`Naya Scott both contributed nine points and seven rebounds. The Lady Mavs next compete at the Nancy Wailing Classic in Pflugerville this weekend.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Randle named Football MVP in 23-6A  – Defensive end Theo Randle was named the most valuable player to highlight the area finalist Shadow Creek Sharks’ player selections to the All-District 23-6A Football team. Shadow Creek also received the coaching staff of the year award and outside linebacker Anthony Williams Jr. was tabbed as the district’s newcomer of the year. Other first team picks for the Sharks included offensive tackle Tyson Kestner, offensive guard Marquis Yancy (unanimous), center Marcus Kemp, tailback Tylik Burton, receiver Josh Best, defensive end Zion Taylor, defensive tackle Mitchel Craney (unanimous), outside linebacker Shaun Gilbert (unanimous), inside linebacker Robert Edmondson (unanimous), cornerback Brian Nelson, safety Maurice Williams (unanimous) and kicker Aiden Bui (unanimous). Second team nods went to offensive guard AJ McDaniel, offensive tackle Calvin Peete, fullback Caleb Washington, tailback Jacob Washington, receiver Dane Jones, outside linebacker Scott Koumado, inside linebacker Nic King, cornerback Aiden Benjamin and safety Corey Swiney. Honorable mention status went to defensive end Darius Moon, quarterback Jacorey Watson and safety Zyran King-Brooks. Shadow Creek went 11-1 for the season and 7-0 in district play with the 23-6A champions posting a bi-district playoff win over Brazoswood.

Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Pioneers pick up 13 all-district football honors – The Iowa Colony Pioneers picked up 13 all-district nods for 12-4A Division I in their inaugural year on the gridiron. Running back Jacody Miles was named the district’s newcomer of the year and was joined on the first team by receiver Landrew Ward and defensive lineman Chris Johnson. Second team selections went to offensive lineman Jayden Simmons, receiver Antoine Martin, running back Eric Mosley and linebacker Treshaun O’Neal. Honorable mention status included linebackers Haydon Caston and Henry Kalu, offensive linemen Aeden Elizondo and Tyson Windham, receiver/defensive back Jarvis Solomon and defensive back Mason Brown. The Pioneers went 2-8 for the season with their district overtime victory over Navasota tabbed as the biggest 4A victory in the state that week.

Area Football Playoffs  

Congrats to the Manvel HS Mavericks Football team for their Bi-District victory over Waltrip HS!  The Mavericks will face Smithson Valley HS in the Area round of the Playoffs!  The game will be played on Friday, 11/18/22 at Bastrop Memorial Stadium (755 Texas 21 West Cedar Creek, 78612) .  The gates open at 6:00 p.m., the game starts at 7:00 p.m., tickets will only be sold online and ticket prices are as follows:  Pre-sale:  Students - $4 & Adults - $8 and Game Day Gate Price:  $8.  The tickets may be purchased on this link https://www.bisdtx.org/Page/8308.  Please make plans to travel to Cedar Park , Texas to support the Mavericks as they battle for the Area Championship!  

Congrats to the Shadow Creek HS Sharks Football team for their Bi-District victory over Brazoswood HS!  The Sharks will face Summer Creek HS in the Area round of the Playoffs!  The game will be played on Friday, 11/18/22 at TDECU Stadium (3875 Holman St. Houston, 77004).  The gates open at 6:00 p.m., the game starts at 7:00 p.m., tickets will only be sold online and ticket prices are as follows:  Pre-sale:  Kids/Students - $7 & Adults - $10 and Game Day Gate Price:  Kids/Students - $10 & Adults - $15 .  The tickets may be purchased on this link: 

https://uh.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventListgroupCode=HS&linkID=houston&shopperContext=&caller=&appCode=.  There will be a $10 parking charge.  Please make plans to travel to Houston to support the Sharks as they battle for the Area Championship!  

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

Garza named offensive player of the year in 23-6A – Ana Garza was named the offensive player of the year to highlight the Alvin Lady Yellowjackets’ eight selections to the All-District 23-6A Volleyball team. Garza was joined on the first team by Mackenzie Strban, Wylie Singleton and Korrigan Wright, while Coryn Breaux and Cara Saenz earned second team nods and Aubry Anderson and Corynn Williams both gained honorable mention status. All-district academic honors also went to Anderson, Breaux, Garza, Emily Kastner, Saenz, Strban, Emma Garcia, Ryli Ouellette, Singleton, Wright and Williams. The Lady Jackets went 26-14 overall and captured the first playoff victory in seven years with a five-set triumph over Clear Creek in the bi-district round.

Manvel Maverick Report

Mavericks’ Football defeats Waltrip in bi-district – The Manvel Mavericks captured a 42-3 victory over the Waltrip Rams in the Class 5A Division I Bi-District Football Playoffs, Nov. 11 at Delmar Stadium in Houston. The victory advances the 8-3 Mavericks into the area round, where they will next play Smithson Valley at Memorial Stadium in Bastrop, Friday at 7:30 p.m. Senior signal caller Kaeden Smith completed 6 of 8 passes for 140 yards and threw scoring passes of 41, 54 and 17 yards to Derius Clerkley, while Smith added an eight-yard TD run on a keeper and Steve Polk chipped in a pair of four-yard scoring runs as well.

Lady Mavericks’ Volleyball dominate 18-5A awards – The Regional Semifinalist Manvel Lady Mavericks dominated the player awards in the All-District 18-5A All-District Volleyball Selections. Devyn Lewis was named the district’s most valuable player, while Lyric Jordan earned offensive player of the year honors and Kenedy Massie received the setter of the year award. Susan Kennedy was tabbed as the coach of the year as well for the Lady Mavs, who went 33-11 overall and posted playoff victories over Crosby, Lamar Consolidated and Barbers Hill. Joining Lewis, Jordan and Massie on the first team were Bea Angeles, Christian Fairbanks, Emily Altamirano and Jasmyn Walker. Cassidy Browning and Tylisee Brinkley were both named to the second team and honorable mention nods went to London King, Kamilee Charland and Nevaeh English. All Academic honors also went to Walker, Altamirano, Browning, Kadia Jackson, Angeles, Charland, Keagan St. Junious, Niara Williams, Jordan, Brinkley, Massie, Lewis and Fairbanks.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Sharks rolls to bi-district football triumph  – The 23-6A Champion Shadow Creek Sharks rolled to a 77-7 triumph over Brazoswood in the Class 6A Division 2 Bi-District Football Playoffs, Nov. 11 at AISD Freedom Field. The victory advances the 11-0 Sharks into the area round, where they will meet Summer Creek, Friday night at the University of Houston’s TDECU Stadium at 7 p.m. Shadow Creek quarterback Duke Butler completed 11 of 17 passes for 205 yards and five touchdowns in the win over Brazoswood. The Sharks’ defense also collected five sacks and intercepted a pair of Bucs’ passes. Jacob Washington scored a pair of touchdowns on the ground, while Butler fired a 97-yard TD pass to Caleb Washington and Jacorey Watson grabbed a pair of scoring receptions as well.

 Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Lady Pioneers shine in inaugural all-district volleyball picks – Competing in their first season on the court, the Iowa Colony Lady Pioneers received five selections to the All-District 26-4A Volleyball team. Kaylee Preston was named the newcomer of the year and joined Taylor Bonner-Williams and Aaliyah Rogers on the first team, while second team nods went to Kaydee Howard and Riley Vincent. All academic honors also went to Regan Carr, Morgan Frantzen, Adriana Murry, Rogers, Vincent, Howard and Je`Dyn Parker. The Lady Pioneers went 6-6 in district play and competed in a mini tournament for the third and fourth playoff seeds in 26-4A.

Regional Volleyball Tournament

Congrats to the Manvel HS Lady Mavericks Volleyball team for their victory over Barbers Hill HS in the Regional Quarter-Finals round of the Playoffs!  The Lady Mavs have qualified for the Region III 5A Volleyball Tournament that will be held at the Katy ISD Leonard Merrell Center (6301 South Stadium Lane Katy, 77492).  The Lady Mavs will face Brenham HS in the  second Semi-Final Game on Friday, 11/11/22.  The gates will already be open and the game starts at 7:00 p.m.  The tickets are $10 and tickets will only be sold online.  Tickets may be purchased on this link: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/events/landing?eid=26813&embed=1 .    With a victory on Friday night, the Lady Mavs will face the winner of the first Semi-Final game between Fulshear HS vs. Lake Creek HS.  The Regional Final game will be played on Saturday, 11/12/22 at the Merrell Center with the gates opening at 11:00 a.m. and the match starting at 12:00 p.m.  Please make plans to travel to Katy to support the Lady Mavs as they battle for the Regional Championship!  

Bi-District Football Playoffs  

Congrats to the Manvel HS Mavericks Football team for qualifying for the Playoffs!  The Mavericks will face Waltrip HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs!  The game will be played on Thursday, 11/10/22 at Delmar Stadium (2020 Magnum Rd Houston, 77092) .  The gates open at 6:00 p.m., the game starts at 7:00 p.m., tickets will only be sold online and ticket prices are as follows:  Pre-sale:  Students - $5 & Adults - $7 and Game Day Gate Price:  $10.  Please use this link to purchase tickets  https://gofan.co/app/events/777946?schoolId=TX17854. .  Please make plans to travel to Houston to support the Mavericks as they battle for the Bi-District Championship!  

Congrats to the Shadow Creek HS Sharks Football team for winning the District 23-6A Championship!  The Sharks will face Brazoswood HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs!  The game will be played on Thursday, 11/10/22 at FreedomField.  The gates open at 6:00 p.m., the game starts at 7:00 p.m., tickets will only be sold online and ticket prices are as follows:  Pre-sale:  Students - $5 & Adults - $7 and Game Day Gate Price:  $10.  Tickets may be purchased on the Shadow Creek HS Athletic Website.  Please make plans to travel to Freedom Field to support the Sharks as they battle for the Bi-District Championship!  

Regional Quarter-Finals Volleyball Playoffs

Congrats to the Manvel HS Lady Mavericks Volleyball team for their victory over Lamar Consolidated HS in the Area round of the Playoffs!  The Lady Mavs will face Barbers Hill HS in the Regional Quarter-Finals round of the Playoffs!  The game will be played on Tuesday, 11/8/22 at Dobie HS (10220 Blackhawk Blvd. Houston, 77089) .  The gates open at 5:00 p.m., the game starts at 6:00 p.m., tickets are $5 across the board and tickets will only be sold online.  Tickets may be purchased on this link https://www1.pasadenaisd.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=80772&pageId=37134410 (make sure you scroll down the page on this ticket link to find the game info to purchase tickets).  Please make plans to travel to support the Lady Mavs as they battle for the Regional Quarter-Finals Championship!    

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

Lady Yellowjackets advance to 6A Area Volleyball Playoffs - The Alvin High School Varsity Volleyball girls closed their 2022 season by advancing to the Class 6A Area Playoffs for the first time in seven years. Alvin opened the postseason with a 25-23, 27-29, 28-26 and 25-23 four set bi-district triumph over Clear Creek, Nov. 1 in Dickinson. Match totals included Ana Garza with 26 kills and 29 digs, Korrigan Wright with 34 assists and 10 digs and Mackenzie Strban with 10 kills and 14 digs. Coryn Breaux also provided 27 digs and Aubry Anderson chipped in 12 digs and Wylie Singleton had nine kills. The Lady Jackets then faced Summer Creek in the area round on Nov. 3 in Baytown, where they fell short by a 25-20, 21-25, 16-25 and 23-25 count. Match totals included Garza with 20 kills and 25 digs, Strban with nine kills and nine digs, Wright with 35 assists, Breaux with 18 digs, Anderson with 12 digs and Singleton with six blocks. Alvin closes its season with a solid 26-14 mark.

Yellowjackets’ Football closes its season with Dawson – The Alvin Yellowjackets closed their 2022 Football season by falling to Dawson 42-20, Nov. 4 at AISD Memorial Stadium. Alvin finishes its season at 4-6 overall. Dayshawn Peterson scored all three Yellowjacket touchdowns and rushed for 209 yards on 33 carries. Peterson finished with 1,469 yards overall, making the senior fullback the fourth Alvin running back ever to rush for consecutive 1,000 yard seasons. Peterson also delivered 17 touchdown runs for the season. Cole Erndt added 61 rushing yards in the contest

Manvel Maverick Report

Mavericks’ Football to meet Waltrip in bi-district – The Manvel Mavericks will compete in the Class 5A Division I Football Bi-District Playoffs this week with head coach Kevin Hall’s squad meeting Waltrip, Thursday at Delmar Stadium in Houston at 7 p.m. The Mavs finished the regular season at 7-3 overall and 6-2 in 10-5A D-1 after topping Rosenberg Terry, 28-7 in their regular season finale, Nov. 4 in Rosenberg. Zion Holmes returned an interception 16 yards to get Manvel on the board in the opening period. Quarterback Kaden Smith reached the end zone on keepers of 18 and 9 yards, while tossing a 19-yard scoring reception to Elijah Williams. The Mavs enter the first round of the playoffs Thursday as the third seed from 10-5A, D-1.

Lady Mavericks’ Volleyball rolls into 5A Regional Quarterfinals – The Manvel Lady Mavericks rolled into the Class 5A Regional Volleyball Quarterfinals with a pair of playoff sweeps during the first two rounds. The Lady Mavs moved their record to 32-10 as a result and will meet Barbers Hill, Tuesday in the regional quarters at Dobie High School in Pasadena at 6 p.m. The Lady Mavs opened the postseason with a 25-6, 25-20 and 25-15 sweep of Crosby in the bi-district round, Nov. 1 at Sam Rayburn High School in Pasadena. Lyric Jordan paced the Lady Mavs with 18 kills, while Kenedy Massie dished out 30 assists and Bea Angeles and Devyn Lewis added 14 digs apiece. The Lady Mavs then took out the brooms again on Lamar Consolidated in the area round, Nov. 4 at Wheeler Field House in Sugar Land by a 25-10, 25-9 and 25-14 margin. Match totals included Jordan with 14 kills, Lewis with 10 kills, Massie with 32 assists, Jasmyn Walker with eight kills and Angeles with 16 digs.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Sharks hosting Brazoswood in 6A Bi-District FB Playoffs  – The 23-6A Shadow Creek Sharks will host Brazoswood in the Class 6A Division I Football Playoffs, Thursday night at AISD Freedom Field at 7 p.m. The Sharks enter the contest with a perfect 10-0 overall and 7-0 district record after defeating Strake Jesuit 56-21 in their regular season finale, Nov. 4 at Freedom Field. Jacob Washington sprinted for scoring runs of 33 and 7 yards in the first half, while Duke Butler fired scoring passes of 28 yards to Joshua Best and 35 yards to Jacob Washington. Butler completed 15 of 21 passes for 290 yards and five touchdowns. Jacorey Watson also had a pair of TD receptions.

 Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Lady Pioneers’ Basketball plays in first ever game – The Iowa Colony Lady Pioneers played in their first ever varsity girls’ basketball contest last weekend, being edged by Houston Madison, 45-39 on Nov. 4. Freshman Aaliyah Rogers led the scoring with 12 points and Payton Watson added eight points. The Lady Pioneers next play at Barbers Hill, Tuesday at 6 p.m.

Pioneers close inaugural football season – The Iowa Colony Pioneers dropped a 56-41 decision at Needville on Nov. 4 to close their inaugural football season. Camren Renfro completed 15 of 32 passes for 252 yards and two touchdowns, while rushing for 78 yards on 12 carries and two TD’s. Eric Mosley compiled 152 yards on the ground as well on 14 carries and one TD. Zeldyn Golden paced the Pioneers’ defense with 12 tackles. Iowa Colony closes their first ever season at 2-8 overall and 1-5 in 12-4A Division I.

Area Volleyball Playoffs

Congrats to the Alvin HS Lady Yellowjackets Volleyball team for their victory over Clear Creek HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs!  The Lady Jackets will face Summer Creek HS in the Area round of the Playoffs!  The game will be played on Thursday, 11/3/22 at Goose Creek Memorial HS (6001 E. Wallisville Rd. Baytown, 77521).  The gates open at 5:00 p.m., the game starts at 6:00 p.m., tickets are $5 across the board and tickets will only be sold online.  Tickets may be purchased on this link https://www.gccisd.net/page/athletics.home .  Please make plans to travel Goose Creek Memorial HS to support the Lady Jackets as they battle for the Area Championship!

Congrats to the Manvel HS Lady Mavericks Volleyball team for their victory over Crosby HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs!  The Lady Mavs will face Lamar Consolidated HS in the Area round of the Playoffs!  The game will be played on Friday, 11/2/22 at the Wheeler Field House (16403 Lexington Blvd. Sugar Land, 77459) .  The gates open at 4:00 p.m., the game starts at 5:00 p.m., tickets are $5 across the board and tickets will only be sold online.  Tickets may be purchased on this link Lamar Cons. vs Manvel - Volleyball 5A Area Playoff 11/4.  Please make plans to travel West on Hwy. 6 to support the Lady Mavs as they battle for the Area Championship!  

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

Lady Yellowjackets meet Clear Creek in 6A Volleyball Playoffs - The Alvin High School Varsity Volleyball girls start competing in the UIL Class 6A Playoffs this week, meeting Clear Creek in the bi-district round, Tuesday night at Dickinson High School at 6:30 p.m. The Lady Jackets enter the contest with a 26-14 mark after sweeping Pasadena High in a warm-up match last weekend at Phillips Field House in Pasadena by 25-8, 28-26 and 25-22 scores. Match totals included Ana Garza with 13 kills and 14 digs, Mackenzie Strban with 13 kills and 19 digs, Korrigan Wright with 24 assists and Coryn Breaux with nine digs.

Yellowjackets’ Football picks up second straight victory – Fresh off their comeback win over Alief Elsik, the Alvin Yellowjackets picked up their second straight victory in 23-6A Football action with a 34-21 triumph over Hastings, Oct. 27 at Crump Stadium in Alief. Alvin moved its record to 4-5 overall and 2-4 in district play with the victory. Dayshawn Peterson led the way with 268 yards on 24 carries and three touchdowns. Peterson also became the fourth Yellowjacket running back ever to cross the 1,000-yard rushing barrier in back-to-back seasons. Quarter Brayden Griffin also scored twice for Alvin on keepers. Liam Binger also came up with a big quarterback sack for the Jackets’ defense to stop a Bears’ drive on downs in the first half, while Gio Gutierrez intercepted a pass.

Manvel Maverick Report

Mavericks’ Football edged by Fulshear – The Manvel Mavericks dropped out of a first place tie in the 10-5A Division I Football Standings with a narrow 9-7 defeat to Fulshear, Oct. 28 at AISD Freedom Field in Iowa Colony. Despite falling out of contention for the league crown, the Mavs (6-3 overall, 5-2) still have a chance to clinch a playoff berth with a Friday night win against Rosenberg Terry at Traylor Stadium at 7 p.m. In last week’s contest, quarterback Kaeden Smith scored Manvel’s lone touchdown on a 45-yard dash to the end zone.

Lady Mavericks’ Volleyball face Crosby in 5A Bi-District Playoffs – The Manvel Lady Mavericks open play in the Class 5A Bi-District Volleyball Playoffs by facing Crosby, Tuesday night at Sam Rayburn High School in Pasadena at 5:30 p.m. The Lady Mavs hold a 30-10 overall record, sweeping 6A Clear Creek in a warm-up match last weekend in League City by 26-24, 26-24 and 25-18 scores. The 18-5A Champions also recorded a road sweep on Oct. 25 at Santa Fe by 25-13, 25-20 and 25-16 scores to finish with a perfect 12-0 district mark.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Sharks moved closer to clinching the outright crown  – The Shadow Creek Sharks moved a step closer to clinching the outright 23-6A Football Championship with a 45-0 victory over Taylor, Oct. 28 at Crump Stadium in Alief. The Sharks (9-0 overall, 6-0) can secure the district crown outright with a victory at home over Strake Jesuit, Friday night at AISD Freedom Field in Iowa Colony. The Sharks’ defense intercepted five Crusader passes with pick-6 returns by Nick King (30 yards) Aiden Benjamin (20 yards) giving Shadow Creek a quick 14-0 lead in the first quarter. Senior signal caller Duke Butler also returned to action for the first time in two months, throwing scoring passes to Jacorey Watson (6 yards) and Joshua Best (8 yards), while Watson added a 15-yard scoring strike to Christian Seriale and an 8-yard scoring run.

Lady Sharks meet Springs in 6A Volleyball Playoffs – The Shadow Creek Lady Sharks compete in the Class 6A Volleyball playoffs this week, facing 24-6A Champion Clear Springs in the bi-district round, Tuesday night at Alvin High School at 6 p.m. The Lady Sharks enter the contest with a 21-19 overall record and are the fourth seed out of District 23-6A.

 Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Pioneers drop 28-27 heartbreaker to Bay City – The Iowa Colony Pioneers dropped a 28-27 heartbreaker to Bay City, Oct. 28 in 12-4A Football action at AISD Freedom Field. The Pioneers (2-7 overall, 1-4) saw their playoff hopes come to an end in their inaugural season, while giving 12-4A foes several down-to-the wires finishes this fall. Jacody Miles rushed for 149 yards on 13 carries and one touchdown, while Camren Renfro added a 21-yard TD pass to Jarvis Solomon along with an 11-yard scoring keeper. Chris Johnson also scooped up a loose Bay City fumble and returned it 6 yards for an IC defensive score. The Pioneers close their season, Friday night at Needville at 7 p.m.

Sweep over La Marque puts Lady Pioneers in mini-playoff seeding tourney – The Iowa Colony Lady Pioneers came away with a 25-11, 25-19 and 25-8 home sweep over La Marque to force a three-way tie in the 26-4A Volleyball standings and a mini-playoff seeding tournament with Bay City and Sweeny later in the week. Iowa Colony gave the Lady Blackcats all they could handle in the third place contest Thursday in West Columbia, before falling by 15-25, 16-25, 25-18 and 22-25 scores. Iowa Colony also took Sweeny to four sets on Friday at home in the fourth place seeding affair, but dropped a four-set contest to the Lady Bulldogs. Nevertheless, the Lady Pioneers finished their inaugural season on the court with a respectable 6-6 record in district play.

Bi-District Volleyball Playoffs

Congrats to the Alvin HS Lady Yellowjackets Volleyball team for qualifying for the Playoffs!  The Lady Jackets will face Clear Creek HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs!  The game will be played on Tuesday, 11/1/22 at Dickinson HS.  The gates open at 5:30 p.m., the game starts at 6:30 p.m., tickets are $5 across the board and tickets will only be sold online.  Tickets may be purchased on the Alvin HS Athletic Website.  Please make plans to travel East on FM 517 to support the Lady Jackets as they battle for the Bi-District Championship!

Congrats to the Manvel HS Lady Mavericks Volleyball for winning the 18-5A District Championship!  The Lady Mavs will face Crosby HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs!  The game will be played on Tuesday, 11/1/22 at Sam Rayburn HS (2121 Cherry Brook Ln. Pasadena, 77502) .  The gates open at 4:30 p.m., the game starts at 5:30 p.m., tickets are $5 across the board and tickets will only be sold online.  Please use this link to purchase tickets  https://www1.pasadenaisd.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=80772&pageId=37134410.  Please make plans to travel to Pasadena to support the Lady Mavs as they battle for the Bi-District Championship!  

Congrats to the Shadow Creek HS Lady Sharks Volleyball team for qualifying for the Playoffs!  The Lady Sharks will face Clear Springs HS in the Bi-District round of the Playoffs!  The game will be played on Tuesday, 11/1/22 at the Alvin HS Comp Gym.  The gates open at 5:00 p.m., the game starts at 6:00 p.m., tickets are $5 across the board and tickets will only be sold online.  Tickets may be purchased on the Shadow Creek HS Athletic Website.  Please make plans to travel to Alvin HS to support the Lady Sharks as they battle for the Bi-District Championship!  

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

Lady Yellowjackets headed to playoffs as third seed - The Alvin High School Varsity Volleyball girls are headed to the upcoming Class 6A volleyball playoffs as the third seed from 23-6A after dispatching Alief Elsik in straight sets by 25-13, 25-19 and 25-16 scores, Tuesday night in Alvin. The Lady Jackets improved to 7-3 overall and 24-13 with the victory. Match totals included Ana Garza with 21 kills and 12 digs, Mackenzie Strban with 10 kills and 14 digs, Wylie Singleton with 10 kills, Korrigan Wright with 32 assists and Coryn Breaux with 17 digs. The Lady Jackets next host Hastings, Friday at 6:30 p.m.

Manvel Maverick Report

Mavericks’ Football edges Foster in thriller – The Manvel Mavericks remained tied atop the 10-5A Division I Football standings after edging Foster in a 28-23 thriller, Oct. 15 at AISD Memorial Stadium. Manvel improved to 5-2 overall and 4-1 in district with the victory. With the Mavs trailing 14-9 entering the second half, Manvel quarterback Kaeden Smith rambled for touchdowns on keepers of 2 and 15 yards out and threw a 28-yard TD pass to Joseph Paddio to pave the way for the comeback. Smith also fired a 29-yard scoring toss to Ja`Vhari Taylor in the first half and Jalen Charles recorded a QB sack in the end zone for a safety. The Mavs next play at Magnolia, Friday night at 7 p.m.

Lady Mavericks’ Volleyball sweeps Angleton– The Manvel Lady Mavericks remained unbeaten atop the 18-5A Volleyball standings with a 25-14, 25-7 and 25-9 straight set sweep over Angleton, Tuesday night. Match totals for the Lady Mavs (27-10 overall, 10-0) included Lyric Jordan with 17 kills and four blocks, Christian Fairbanks with eight kills and three aces, Devyn Lewis with seven kills and four aces, Kenedy Massie with 27 assists and three aces, Bea Angeles with 19 digs and London King with six assists. The Lady Mavs next host Friendswood, Friday night at 6:30 p.m.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Sharks stayed tied atop 23-6A Football standings  – The Shadow Creek Sharks stayed tied atop the 23-6A Football standings with a 52-0 win over the Alvin Yellowjackets, Oct. 14 at AISD Memorial Stadium. The Sharks improved to 7-0 overall and 4-0 in district play with the victory. Jacorey Watson capped a 14-play, 67-yard drive with a 1-yard TD pass to Garrison Burns and sprinted in from 30 yards out for a 14-0 Shadow Creek lead in the opening period. Christian Seriale also exploded 85 yards with a kickoff return and Aaden Benjamin chipped in another special teams’ TD with a 59-yard punt return. The Sharks next host Pearland Dawson, Friday at AISD Freedom Field at 7 p.m.

 Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Pioneers prevail in 35-34 overtime heart stopper – The Iowa Colony Pioneers came up with one of the biggest victories in the state in the Class 4A Football ranks last weekend, edging Navasota in a 35-34 overtime thriller, Oct. 14 at AISD Freedom Field. Iowa Colony improved to 2-5 overall and 1-2 in 12-4A Division I with the victory. Navasota scored first in the extra period to take a 34-27 lead, but IC signal caller Kamal Henry hit Landrew Ward with a 12-yard TD pass to bring the Pioneers within 34-33 and Henry then motored in with the winning two-point conversion run. Henry and Jacody Miles both had short TD runs in the first half to help Iowa Colony take a 14-13 lead into the dressing room, while Henry rambled for TD runs of 60 ad 2 yards in the second half. The Pioneers next play at El Campo, Friday night at 7 p.m.

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

Yellowjackets’ Water Polo teams sweep Bellaire in bi-district - The Alvin High School Water Polo teams swept Bellaire in the UIL Region 2 Bi-District playoffs on Monday to pick up their first playoff victories in school history at the Lenny Garcia Natatorium in Alvin. The Lady Yellowjackets dominated the Lady Cardinals, 18-3 behind Jillian Bates’ five goals and Amber Ortiz’s eight saves. Gracey Kettler also collected a hat trick with three goals. The Alvin girls improved to 19-7 overall and will next play Bridgeland in the area playoff round on Saturday. The Alvin Boys also turned in an outstanding performance in their bi-district contest with Bellaire, collecting a 19-6 triumph. Ethan Horswell led the way with six goals and Kylie Myers stopped eight shots at keeper. Dax Taylor also had three goals in the contest for the 19-6 Jackets, who next play Cypress Ranch in the area round on Saturday.

Jackets’ Football assistant recognized as Texans’ HS School of the Week – Alvin Yellowjackets’ Assistant Football Coach James Shewmake was recognized as the Houston Texans’ High School Coach of the Week with the presentation being made Oct. 10 at AISD Memorial Stadium by Texans’ linebacker Garret Wallow, the Texans’ cheerleaders and Texans’ youth director Brett Stewart. The Texans and Methodist Hospital also presented a $2,500 check to the Yellowjacket Football program.

Manvel Maverick Report

Lady Mavericks’ Volleyball sweeps La Porte – The Manvel Lady Mavericks remained unbeaten atop the 18-5A Volleyball standings with a 25-10, 25-9 and 25-14 straight set victory at La Porte, Tuesday night. The Lady Mavs improved to 26-10 overall and 8-0 in district with the victory. Leading the way for Manvel was Devyn Lewis with 15 kills and nine digs, Lyric Jordan with 11 kills, Kenedy Massie with 26 assists, Bea Angeles with 26 digs, Emily Altamirano with 11 digs and seven aces and London King with six assists. The Lady Mavs next play at Galveston Ball, Friday at 4:30 p.m.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Sharks roll past Elsik  – The Shadow Creek Sharks rolled past Alief Hastings, 62-7, Oct. 7 at AISD Freedom Field in Iowa Colony. The Sharks improved to 6-0 overall and 3-0 in 23-6A Football play with the victory. Quarterback Jacorey Watson ran for a pair of touchdowns and passed for another, while Tylik Burton and Justin Qualls also scored on the ground for the Sharks, who next play Alvin, Friday at AISD Memorial Stadium in Alvin at 7 p.m. Nigel Pringle also exploded for a 68-yard touchdown punt return to open the second half for Shadow Creek.

 Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Pioneers drop squeaker at Brazosport – The Iowa Colony Pioneers suffered a narrow 27-19 defeat to Brazosport on Oct. 7 in 12-4A Division I Football action at Hopper Field in Freeport. Kamal Henry hit Antoine Martin with a touchdown pass and Camren Renfro also found Jarvis Solomon with a 26-yard TD pass. Jacody Miles scored the Pioneers’ other TD on the ground. Treshaun O’Neal paced the Iowa Colony defense with 11 tackles and Miles chipped in nine tackles. The Pioneers next host Navasota, Friday at AISD Freedom Field at 7 p.m.

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

Lady Yellowjackets’ Volleyball sweeps Alief Taylor – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets improved to 5-2 in 23-6A and 22-12 overall with a dominating 25-10, 25-13 and 25-10 straight set sweep at home over Alief Taylor, Tuesday night in 23-6A Volleyball action. Leading the way for the Lady Jackets was Ana Garza with 17 kills and 10 digs, Korrigan Wright with 28 assists, Mackenzie Strban with 15 kills and 13 digs and Wylie Singleton with eight kills and 16 digs. The Lady Jackets next play at Pearland, Oct. 10 at 6:30 p.m.

Jackets’ Football drops 43-42 squeaker to Strake Jesuit – The Alvin Yellowjackets were edged at home by Strake Jesuit in a 43-42 squeaker, Sept. 30 at AISD Memorial Stadium. Alvin dropped to 2-3 overall and 0-2 in the 23-6A Football standings with the heartbreaking defeat. Dayshawn Peterson rushed for 216 yards and three touchdowns, while Riley Pavalas picked off a pair of passes, returning one for a 67-yard defensive score. Ryan Garcia and quarterback Brayden Griffin added scoring runs for the Jackets, who next play Pearland, Friday night at “The Rig” in Pearland at 7 p.m.

Manvel Maverick Report

Mavericks blank Kempner – The Manvel Mavericks delivered a dominating 42-0 victory over Kempner, Sept. 29 at Mercer Stadium. The Mavs improved to 4-2 overall and 3-1 in 10-5A Division I with the victory. Kaeden Smith completed 12 of 18 passes for 171 yards and three touchdowns to lead Manvel. Reserve signal caller Roman Seymore later entered the contest and fired a pair of TD passes as well. Smith added an touchdown on the ground. Manvel compiled 293 offensive yards and held the Cougars to only 63. The Mavs have open date this weekend and next host Foster, Oct. 13 at AISD Freedom Field.

Lady Mavericks’ Volleyball sweeps Texas City – The Manvel Lady Mavericks cruised to a 25-10, 25-8 an 25-13 straight set sweep at Texas City in 18-5A Volleyball action, Tuesday night. Manvel improved to 25-10 overall and 7-0 in district play. Leading the way for the Lady Mavs with Devyn Lewis with 18 kills and four aces, Lyric Jordan with 16 kills, Kenedy Massie with 30 assists, Bea Angeles with 16 digs and Emily Altamirano with 11 digs. The Lady Mavs next play at La Porte, Oct. 11 at 6:30 p.m.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Sharks roll past Hastings  – The Shadow Creek Sharks rolled past Alief Hastings, 49-7, Sept. 30 at AISD Freedom Field in Iowa Colony to remain unbeaten at 5-0 overall, while also improving to 2-0 in 23-6A play. Jacob Washington went in from 11 yards out in the opening period, while second quarter TD’s for Shadow Creek included Jacorey Watson’s TD passes to Dane Jones (5 yards) and Tyson Kestner (4 yards), Justin Qualls’ 4-yard run and Watson’s 46-yard scoring strike to Kestner. Watson completed 12 of 19 passes for 172 yards and three TD’s. The Sharks next host Alief Elsik for homecoming, Friday at AISD Freedom Field at 7 p.m.

 Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Pioneers edged by Stafford in league opener – The Iowa Colony Pioneers suffered a narrow 25-20 defeat to Stafford, Sept. 29 at AISD Freedom Field in the 12-4A Division I Football opener for both teams. Camren Renfro fired a 33-yard TD pass to Jarvis Solomon and also provided a rushing touchdown on a 25-yard keeper. Kamal Henry also threw a TD pass for Iowa Colony with Jacody Miles hauling in a 33-yard scoring reception. With a 1-4 overall record, the Pioneers next play Brazosport, Friday night at Hopper Field in Freeport at 7 p.m.

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

Lady Yellowjackets’ Volleyball sweeps Alief Hastings – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets improved to 4-1 in 23-6A and 21-11 overall with a dominating 25-20, 25-17 and 25-13 straight set sweep at Alief Hastings, Tuesday night in 23-6A Volleyball action. Leading the way for the Lady Jackets was Ana Garza with 11 kills and seven digs, Korrigan Wright with 23 assists, Mackenzie Strban with eight kills and 12 digs, Wylie Singleton with eight kills and Coryn Breaux with five aces and 12 digs. The Lady Jackets next host Dawson, Friday at 4:30 p.m.

Jackets’ Football edged by Alief Taylor in league opener – The Alvin Yellowjackets were edged by hosting Alief Taylor by a 37-20 count in the 23-6A Football opener for both teams, Sept. 22. Dayshawn Peterson rushed for 193 yards and and the game’s opening touchdown from 64 yards out, which gave the Jackets a 6-0 lead in the opening period. Austin Hill followed with field goals of 25 and 35 yards, which helped Alvin maintain a 12-10 advantage at intermission, before Taylor erupted for three straight TD’s in the third quarter. Quarterback Brayden Griffin also scored for Alvin on a two-yard run and added a two-point conversion following the TD. Alvin (2-2 overall) next hosts Strake Jesuit, Friday night at 7 p.m.

Manvel Maverick Report

Mavericks deliver 30-14 victory against Magnolia West – The Manvel Mavericks delivered a dominating 30-14 victory over Magnolia West in 10-5A, Division I Football action, Sept. 23 at AISD Freedom Field. Manvel moved its record to 3-2 overall and 2-1 in district with the victory. Quarterback Kaeden Smith threw scoring passes of 10 yards to Ja`Vhari Taylor and 20 yards to Elijah Williams, while Smith went in from a yards out on a keeper. Zion Holmes also returned an interception 58 yards for a touchdown. The Mavs, who also blanked Kempner 42-0 on the road, Thursday to improve 3-1 in district and 4-2 overall, have an open date next weekend and return to action on Oct. 13 at home against Foster. Game details from the win over Kempner will be included in the next athletic report.

Lady Mavericks’ Volleyball rallies to take over first place in 18-5A – The Manvel Lady Mavericks staged a dramatic rally to pull off a 25-21, 22-25, 20-25, 25-19 and 15-10 come-from-behind five set triumph over Friendswood in 18-5A Volleyball action, Tuesday night in Friendswood. The victory helped the Lady Mavs (23-10 overall) take over sole possession of first place in the district with both teams having entered the contest with identical 4-0 league marks. Leading the way for Manvel was Lyric Jordan with 23 kills, Devyn Lewis with 17 kills and 14 digs, Kenedy Massie with 43 assists and 11 digs and Bea Angeles with 20 digs. The Lady Mavs next host Santa Fe, Friday at 6:30 p.m.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Sharks rally past Pearland at “The Rig”  – The Shadow Creek Sharks rallied with a pair of fourth quarter touchdowns to top Pearland, 24-20 in the 23-6A Football opener for both teams, Sept. 23 at “The Rig” in Pearland. Shadow Creek trailed 20-10 early in the final period, before quarterback Jacorey Watson found Joshua Best with an 84-yard scoring strike and then motored 59 yards on a keeper to give the Sharks (4- 0 overall) their first lead of the contest, which they would hold the rest of the way. Jacob Washington, who rushed for 141 yards, also exploded for a 78-yard scoring run and Aiden Bui booted a 25-yard goal for Shadow Creek’s other tallies. The Sharks next host Alief Elsik, Friday night at AISD Freedom Field at 7 p.m.

 Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Lady Pioneers’ Volleyball picks up third straight win – The Iowa Colony Lady Pioneers improved to 3-2 in the 26-4A Volleyball standings with an 11-25, 25-17, 25-17 and 25-23 four-set victory at Bay City, Tuesday night. The victory was also the third straight for the Lady Pioneers. Match totals for the Lady Pioneers included Kaylee Preston with 19 kills and nine digs, Riley Vincent with four aces and 20 digs, Aaliyah Rogers with six blocks, T. Bonner Williams with 12 digs and Kaydee Howard with 28 assists. The Lady Pioneers next play at La Marque, Friday night at 4:30 p.m.

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

Lady Yellowjackets’ Volleyball wins five set thriller – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets improved to 2-1 in 23-6A and 19-11 overall with a narrow 25-8, 25-21, 23-25, 21-25 and 15-11 five set triumph over Shadow Creek, Tuesday night at the AHS Competition Gym. Leading the way for the Lady Jackets was Ana Garza with 26 kills and 21 digs, Mackenzie Strban with 20 kills and 24 digs, Korrigan Wright with 47 assists and 13 digs, Coryn Breaux with 22 digs and Wylie Singleton and Corynn Williams with three blocks apiece. The Lady Jackets next play at Alief Elsik, Friday at 6:30 p.m.

Manvel Maverick Report

Mavericks even district football record with win at Friendswood – The Manvel Mavericks came away with a 24-14 road victory at Friendswood on Sept. 16 to even their 10-5A Division I record at 1-1 and their overall mark at 2-2 as well. Chase Cross booted a 25-yard field for the Mavs in the opening period, while interceptions by Quincy Nevins and Avery Demery paved the way for a pair of scoring runs by Andrew Riley (6 and 1 yards) in the second quarter. Quarterback Kaeden Smith hooked up with Kyler Flint for an 88-yard TD pass in the second half. Smith completed 15 of 21 passes for 203 yards and the one TD. The Mavs next host Magnolia West, Friday at AISD Freedom Field at 7 p.m.

Lady Mavericks’ Volleyball stays on roll with win over Ball – The Manvel Lady Mavericks stay on a roll in 18-5A Volleyball play with a 25-12, 25-10 and 25-13 straight set sweep over Galveston Ball, Tuesday in Manvel. Manvel moved its record to 21-10 overall and 3-0 in district with the victory. Leading the way for the Lady Mavs was Devyn Lewis and Lyric Jordan with 14 kills apiece, Kenedy Massie with 31 assists and 13 digs, Bea Angeles with 15 digs and Christian Fairbanks with seven kills and four blocks. The Lady Mavs next host Angleton, Friday at 6:30 p.m.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Lady Sharks drop five set squeaker in district  – The Shadow Creek Lady Sharks dropped a heartbreaker five set squeaker at Alvin, Tuesday in 23-6A volleyball play by 8-25, 21-25, 25-23, 25-21 and 11-15 scores. The Lady Sharks currently carry a 2-2 district record and a 17-15 overall mark. Mackenzie Collins’ 14 kills paced Shadow Creek, while Breana Clark chipped in 12 kills. Simone Robinson added 21 assists and 12 digs and Haley Smith had 29 assists. The Lady Sharks next host Dawson, Friday at 6:30 p.m.

 Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Lady Pioneers’ Volleyball sweeps Stafford – The Iowa Colony Lady Pioneers delivered a 25-13, 25-21 and 28-26 straight set sweep over Stafford in 26-4A Volleyball play, Tuesday in Iowa Colony. The victory was the second this season for the IC Volleyball program and first ever win in straight sets. Leading the way for the Lady Pioneers was Kaylee Preston with 16 kills and 15 digs, Kaydee Howard with 29 assists, Riley Vincent with five aces and 10 digs and Aaliyah Rogers with eight blocks. Iowa Colony next plays at Sweeny, Friday at 4:30 p.m.

Pioneers fall to Columbia in non-district FB action – The Iowa Colony Pioneers fell to Columbia in non-district football action, Sept. 16 at AISD Freedom Field in Iowa Colony. Kamal Henry found Jacody Miles with a 26-yard touchdown pass, while Henry exploded 60 yards for a rushing touchdown on a keeper. Henry rushed for 164 yards on eight carries. Miles also accounted for 108 all-purpose yards in the contest. The Pioneers have an open date in their schedule this weekend and will make their District 12-4A D-1 debut at home against Stafford, Sept. 29.

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

Yellowjackets’ Football drops contest to United – The Alvin Yellowjackets suffered a 48-27 defeat to Beaumont United on Sept. 9 in non-district football action at Beaumont ISD Stadium. Alvin drops to 2-1 for the season with the loss. Riley Pavlas scored on a 65-yard run, while Dayshawn Peterson rushed for 108 yards and two TD’s and quarterback Brayden Griffin also scored on the ground for the Jackets. Ezyaih Vaughns rushed for 133 yards to lead the Jackets’ offense. Alvin has an open date this weekend and then opens 23-6A play at Alief Taylor, Sept. 22.

Lady Jackets’ Volleyball opens district with four set win – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets opened 23-6A volleyball play on Sept. 9 with a 25-10, 21-25, 25-14 and 25-19 four set victory at Alief Taylor. Alvin also moved its overall record to 18-10 with the win. Match totals included Ana Garza with 19 kills and 17 digs for a double double, Mackenzie Strban with 11 kills and 15 digs for a double double and Korrigan Wright with 32 assists. The Lady Jackets next host Pearland, Friday at 6:30 p.m.

Manvel Maverick Report

Mavericks edged on last second field goal at homecoming – The Manvel Mavericks were edged by a 24-21 count by Angleton in their 10-5A Division I football opener, Sept. 9 at AISD Freedom Field with the Wildcats booting a last second go-ahead field goal. Kiram Dallas scored the Mavs’ first touchdown on a 20-yard run, while Ja`mori Williams recovered a fumble in the end zone for the second score. Andrew Riley rambled 25 yards for the third Manvel score and QB Kaeden Smith hit Steve Polk with a two-point conversion pass. The Mavs (1-2) next play at Friendswood, Friday at 7 p.m.

Lady Mavericks open district by sweeping Texas City – The Manvel Lady Mavericks opened 18-5A volleyball play at home on a sweeping note, defeating Texas City by 25-8, 25-2 and 25-10 scores on Sept. 9. Devyn Lewis provided a double double with 13 kills and 10 aces, while Kenedy Massie dished out 23 assists and Bea Angeles added 14 digs. The Lady Mavs (18-10 overall) next host La Porte, Friday at 6:30 p.m.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Shadow Creek cruise to 38-6 triumph at Bridgeland  – The Shadow Creek Sharks improved to 3-0 for the season with a convincing 38-6 non-district football triumph over Bridgeland, Sept. 10 at FCU Stadium in Cypress. The Sharks held a 7-6 lead after one period thanks to Jacob Washington’s 31-yard run and then put the game away with 31 unanswered points in the second quarter. QB Jacorey Watson passed two yards to Caleb Washington and Brian Nelson returned an interception 28 yards to make it 21-6. Watson then hit Christian Seriale (20 yards) and Caleb Washington (17 yards) with scoring passes and Aiden Bui booted a 24-yard field goal. The Sharks have an open date this weekend and open 23-6A play at Pearland, Sept. 23.

Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Pioneers drop 35-28 squeaker to Brookshire Royal – The Iowa Colony Pioneers dropped a 35-28 squeaker to Brookshire Royal in non-district football action on Sept. 9 at AISD Memorial Stadium. The Pioneers (1-2) led 28-17 early in the fourth quarter, before Royal rallied for 18 unanswered points. Jacody Miles rushed for 113 yards on 12 carries with scoring runs of 60, 44 and 1 yard and Antoine Martin exploded 87 yards with a kickoff return. Iowa Colony next hosts West Columbia, Friday at AISD Freedom Field at 7 p.m.

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

Yellowjackets’ Football defeats Cleveland at homecoming – The Alvin Yellowjackets jumped to a quick 21-0 lead in the first half and never looked back in delivering a 41-20 homecoming victory over Cleveland, Sept. 2 at AISD Memorial Stadium. The Yellowjackets are off to their first 2-0 start to a season since 2015. Dayshawn Peterson rushed for 209 yards on 16 carries and joined Cole Erndt and Brayden Griffin with two touchdowns apiece on the ground. Peterson’s 96-yard scoring run in the opening period was also the second longest in school history. The Jackets’ defense also created five turnovers to keep the Indians from attempting a comeback. Alvin next plays Beaumont United, Friday at Beaumont ISD Stadium at 7 p.m.

Lady Jackets’ Volleyball capture four set victory at Clear Brook – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets captured a 25-18, 25-23, 19-25 and 27-25 four set triumph at Clear Brook in non-district volleyball action on Sept. 6. Ana Garza delivered a double double with 18 kills and 16 digs, as did Korrigan Wright with 40 assists and 22 digs. Wylie Singleton also had 18 kills and Coryn Breaux added 18 digs, while Mackenzie Strban chipped in 15 digs and Aubry Anderson provided 12 digs. Improving to 17-10 for the season, the Lady Jackets next open 23-6A play, Friday at Alief Taylor at 6:30 p.m.

Manvel Maverick Report

Mavericks hold off Westbrook rally in 41-27 win– The Manvel Mavericks evened their record to 1-1 for the season with a 41-27 win over Beaumont Westbrook, Sept. 2 in non-district football action at Beaumont ISD Stadium. Elijah Williams turned in a big evening for Manvel scoring on both a 75-yard punt return and a 41-yard pass reception from quarterback Kaeden Smith. Smith (17 yards) joined Steve Polk (6 yards) and Andrew Riley (5 yards) with rushing TD’s as well and Ja`Vhari Taylor hauled in a 27-yard scoring reception from Smith. The Mavs next host Angleton in their 10-5A D-1 opener, Friday at AISD Freedom Field at 7 p.m. with Manvel also celebrating homecoming.

Lady Mavericks hold off Dickinson in four sets – The Manvel Lady Mavericks rallied from a slow start to defeat Dickinson by 17-25, 25-14, 25-9 and 26-24 scores in non-district volleyball action, Sept. 6 in Manvel. Manvel improved to 17-10 for the season and next open 18-5A play by hosting Texas City, Friday at 6:30 p.m. Devyn Lewis drilled 16 kills to lead the way for Manvel in their win over Dickinson, while Lyric Jordan added 15 kills and Christian Fairbanks chipped in seven kills and six blocks. Kenedy Massie and London King also dished out double figure assist numbers with 23 and 12, respectively, and Bea Angeles provided 32 digs.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Shadow Creek rolls to 38-27 victory over Springs  – The Shadow Creek Sharks moved their record to 2-0 for the season with a 38-27 non-district football victory over Clear Springs, Sept. 2 at AISD Freedom Field. Quarterback Duke Butler hit Joshua Best and Caleb Washington with touchdown passes, while Tylik Burton exploded 92 yards with a kickoff to open the second half and Corey Swiney rambled 49 yards with a fumble return. Justin Quall also had a rushing TD for the Sharks. Shadow Creek next plays Bridgeland, Saturday at FCU Stadium in Cypress at 6 p.m.

Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Pioneers capture first football win in school history – The Iowa Colony Pioneers picked up their first varsity football win in school history last week with a 26-7 triumph over Kipp Sunnyside in non-district action, Sept. 1 at AISD Freedom Field. Playing with only freshmen and sophomores in their first year on the gridiron, head coach Ray Garza’s squad also became the youngest AISD football team ever to win a varsity game. Pioneers’ quarterback Kamal Henry accounted for 118 yards of total offense and three TD’s. Jacody Miles rushed for 76 yards on 15 carries and one TD. Iowa Colony next hosts Brookshire Royal, Friday at AISD Memorial Stadium at 7 p.m.

Alvin Yellowjacket Report

Lady Jackets’ Volleyball captures consolation gold at Bastrop – The Alvin Lady Yellowjackets won six of their nine matches last weekend at the Bastrop ISD Volleyball Tournament to capture the consolation gold title and Ana Garza and Mackenzie Strban were both named to the all-tournament team. This marks the second straight week the Lady Jackets have came up on the winning end in tournament play, winning the Pasadena ISD Tournament the previous weekend. At Bastrop, Alvin posted wins over Del Valle, Lockhart, Thrall, Johnson City, Aubrey and Bellville (25-22, 16-25, 15-23 in the title match) to improve to 12-5 for the season. The Lady Jackets next host Dickinson, Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and then play at Clear Lake, Friday at 6:30 p.m.

Manvel Maverick Report

Lady Mavericks shine at Dickinson Tournament – The Manvel Lady Mavericks won five of their six matches at the Dickinson Lady Gator Classic last weekend in Webster with both Devyn Lewis and Lyric Jordan making the all-tournament team. Manvel (11-5) posted wins over Houston Lamar, Sam Rayburn, Katy Paetow, Episcopal and Friendswood, while being edged by Barbers Hill for the tourney title in the gold bracket. Lewis also came up with a big 24-kill performance in the Lady Mavs’ four set win at Alvin on Aug. 16. The Lady Mavs next host Fort Bend Travis, Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.

Shadow Creek Shark Report

Lady Sharks strike gold twice in state relays  – The Shadow Creek Lady Sharks captured sixth place at the Dickinson Lady Gator Classic last weekend in Webster with Mackenzie Collins being named to the all-tournament team. The Lady Sharks posted victories over La Porte, Dobie and Clements. The Shadow Creek girls next host Santa Fe, Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.

Iowa Colony Pioneer Report

Lady Pioneers open inaugural season – The Iowa Colony Lady Pioneers have opened their inaugural volleyball season by going 1-3 in their first four matches. The Lady Pioneers picked up their first win in school history on Aug. 12 by outlasting host Van Vleck in five sets by 25-17, 18-25, 25-20, 22-25 and 15-4 scores. Match totals for Iowa Colony included Kaylee Preston with 15 kills, eight digs and four aces, Kaydee Howard with 25 assists and 14 digs for a double double, Janyha Johnson with 15 digs and T. Bonner Williams with four blocks. The Lady Pioneers next play at Texas City, Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.