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VYPE AWARDS: Public & Private School Boys and Girls Wrestling by Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
26 Mar, 2026
Welcome to the 2025-2026 VYPE Awards presented by Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine! VYPE will recognize the top teams and athletes in his and her respective sports.
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PUBLIC SCHOOL GIRLS WRESTLER OF THE YEAR FINALISTS

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PUBLIC SCHOOL GIRLS WRESTLER OF THE YEAR FINALISTS

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PRIVATE SCHOOL BOYS WRESTLER OF THE YEAR FINALISTS

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Watch the video below to find out who won the Public and Private School Boys and Girls Wrestling VYPE Awards presented by Houston Methodist Orthopedic & Sports Medicine
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HARD LESSONS: Channelview’s Nathalie Magallanes Turns Early Misconception into Softball Success
26 Mar, 2026
Channelview's Nathalie Magallanes
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
Junior pitcher/shortstop Nathalie Magallanes is the future of softball at Channelview High School.
She’s one of the team’s top hitters, fielders and pitchers, though her introduction to the sport came with a bit of a misconception.
“I remember when the Little League came to my elementary school and I thought it would be fun to play,” she laughed. “I only tried out because I thought the ball was actually soft… like the name. I found out really quickly that it was not.”
She pushed through the early sting of a not-so-soft softball and has come out on the other side as one of the program’s rising stars.
“It became a family thing,” she said. “On Sundays, my family would play for fun and it just became my thing. It’s really helped me grow as a person.”
As many athletes learn, the life lessons of sports often extend far beyond the field.

“Softball is really mental,” she said. “When I got into high school, a lot of things would get to me. The game has taught me humility and how to overcome adversity. I try not to show a whole lot of emotion anymore as I’ve grown up.”
Speaking of growing up, Magallanes hopes to continue her softball career at the next level while pursuing her future off the field.
“Playing select ball has really shown me that playing in college could really happen for me,” she said. “So I’m going to keep working hard. I want to go to college to pursue construction management or crime scene investigation. That’s the plan. I’m just going to keep investing in myself through the sport and see where it takes me.”
For Magallanes, the journey that started with a simple misunderstanding has turned into a passion — and possibly a pathway to the next level.
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MEDAL MINDED: Kennedy-Williams Emerging as a Breakout Talent for Eisenhower Girls Track
26 Mar, 2026
FROM THE MOMENT SHE STEPPED ONTO THE VARSITY TRACK AS A FRESHMAN, JOURNIE KENNEDY-WILLIAMS MADE HER PRESENCE FELT. THE SPRINTER AND JUMPER QUICKLY TURNED HEADS FOR THE EISENHOWER EAGLES, EARNING MEDALS IN BOTH THE LONG JUMP AND 200M DASH AT THE AREA MEET, WHILE ADVANCING TO REGIONALS IN THE PROCESS.
Versatile across the 100m Dash and 4x100 and 4x200m Relays, Kennedy Williams enters her sophomore season carrying the confidence of early success and the ambition to go even further.
“There was definitely a sense of nervousness for me last year,” she said. “It was intimidating to go against seniors on the varsity level as just a freshman – but it didn’t slow me down. I’m used to it now. So, the goal is to work even harder and get further than the region and make it to State.”
Kennedy-Williams’ passion for track traces back to her family.
“I was introduced to the sport at a young age because my brothers ran. Then I took a break between first and eighth grade because I was in dance during that time. But I eventually rediscovered my passion for track and haven’t stopped since.”
While the rigorous training can be demanding, it’s also part of what keeps her engaged.
“Practice is the most challenging aspect of the sport, especially when we’re really pushed to the limit on a consistent basis. But when those medals come as a result, and you surprise yourself with some new personal records, it’s a lot easier to deal with,” she said.
Beyond the track, Kennedy-Williams’ personality shines through in small, unexpected ways.
“I can be pretty country. I don’t wear socks at all, not even at track meets, so walking around barefoot is nothing new to me. While I haven’t really ridden horses, I used to be at the barn a lot whenever my stepdad had one. All that kind of feeds into my personality.”
The competitive spirit that drives Kennedy-Williams has quickly cemented her standing for the Eagles as they chase district titles and look to make an even bigger impact at Regionals – and, potentially, at State.
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