Sam Rayburn knocked off Pasadena Memorial in a tight game over the break.
The Texans are playing just over .500 ball, while the Mavs are looking for a spark to get to even.
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Sam Rayburn knocked off Pasadena Memorial in a tight game over the break.
The Texans are playing just over .500 ball, while the Mavs are looking for a spark to get to even.
The Channelview Falcons are building momentum, and the future of the athletic department has never looked brighter.
Under the leadership of athletic director Damion Hopkins, Channelview is making a statement that it intends to compete across every sport. The biggest move came this offseason when the Falcons landed one of the most respected football minds in Texas, hiring Clarence McKinney as the program's next head coach.
The timing made the hire even more impressive.
Longtime head coach Averion Hurts announced his retirement late in the hiring cycle, leaving Hopkins with little time to find the right successor. Rather than settling, Channelview landed a coach whose résumé speaks for itself.
McKinney returns to the high school ranks after serving as the head coach at Texas Southern University and spending time as an assistant at Texas A&M, Houston and Arizona. Before his college career, he built powerhouse teams at Jack Yates High School, making him one of the most respected coaches in Texas football.
For Hopkins, bringing McKinney to Channelview wasn't just about hiring a football coach—it was about finding a leader capable of changing the trajectory of the entire program.
McKinney brings decades of experience, a reputation for developing talent and a proven ability to build winning cultures. His return to the sidelines has energized the Falcon community, creating excitement for what lies ahead.
Together, Hopkins and McKinney share a vision centered on accountability, discipline and giving student-athletes every opportunity to succeed both on and off the field. Their partnership represents a new chapter for Channelview athletics, one built on high expectations and a belief that the Falcons can compete with anyone.
VYPE's Matt Malatesta and Alex Hinson sat down with both Hopkins and McKinney to discuss the vision for Channelview athletics, the excitement surrounding the football program and why they believe the Falcons are only beginning their ascent.
Montgomery Sr. OH Delaney Wright
Ask around... Montgomery's Delaney Wright can play.
While she's tucked away in far north Houston, Wright possesses one of the heaviest swings in the state of Texas. She has already been named District Newcomer of the Year, earned All-State honors and become one of the nation's top recruits.
Salt Lake City, Utah, is a long way from Montgomery, Texas, but the lethal outside hitter will be putting on a show for the Utes in the years to come.
For now, however, Wright hopes to lead the Bears on a deep postseason run in 2026 with her team-first mentality and contagious on-court energy.
VYPE caught up with Wright for our favorite feature — The 411.
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VYPE: Utah? What was it about the Utes that you loved?
WRIGHT: "The recruiting journey is tricky because you have a short amount of time to figure out what college program is the right fit for you... over about three days on a visit. Utah has been one of my favorite schools since I was 15 years old. It's a lifetime decision, and I'm very comfortable with the entire package Utah has to offer."

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VYPE: How would people describe you?
WRIGHT: "I am really silly. On the court, I play with big energy and am always talking. I don't know how our opponents take it, but that's always been my game. I just love having fun on the court, and I think it shows."
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VYPE: What do you do outside of volleyball?
WRIGHT: "I love to golf. I'm no Tiger Woods, but I'm pretty good with my 6-iron. My pickleball game? 10 out of 10. I love hanging out with my friends, and I'm pretty good at hacky sack."
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VYPE: What advice would you give your freshman self?
WRIGHT: "Easy... don't take things so seriously. I was so hard on myself early in my career. You have to know you're going to have good matches and bad matches. All of the ups and downs are opportunities to learn."
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VYPE: What is your go-to spot to eat?
WRIGHT: "Of course, Chick-fil-A. I eat there so much, though. I also love Texas Roadhouse. Those rolls are amazing."
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VYPE: If you had an NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) deal, who would you love it to be with?
WRIGHT: "Something I use all the time, like TELETIES hair ties. I'm also in love with Minky Couture blankets. I'm definitely going to need them in Utah."
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VYPE: What has the town of Montgomery and the Bears meant to you?
WRIGHT: "Everything. It's home. No matter what, I know I have so many people to lean on—from my family to my coaches to my teammates. It has been a great place to grow up."
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The featured standouts of the 2026–27 Barbers Hill Eagles volleyball team.
This season marks a new chapter for Barbers Hill as the Eagles make the jump to Class 6A and join District 18-6A after years of establishing themselves as one of the state's premier Class 5A programs. Barbers Hill is coming off a stellar 40-6 campaign that ended in the Area Round of the playoffs, and the Eagles appear ready to make an immediate impact in their new classification.
District 19-5A MVP Kenli Irwin returns after an outstanding junior season in which the outside hitter piled up 638 kills and 364 digs. Irwin is regarded as one of the area's top prospects and continues to draw significant interest from college programs.
First-team all-district libero Mina Ludwig is also back after recording 432 digs and 628 serve receptions. Running the offense will be setter Isabella Franco, who finished with 461 assists last season and is poised for a breakout year as the team's full-time floor general.
Other players to watch include second-team all-district selections Blye Thompson (OH, 195 kills), Bailey Gonzalez (OH, 196 kills) and Madyson Ladd (MB, 111 kills).
Don't be fooled by the new district and conference. Barbers Hill may be fresh to the Class 6A block, but the Eagles are no strangers to competing on the big stage.

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