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FEATURE: Nicholson heading to Colorado School of Mines

Joshua Koch
Jan 12, 2021

Finn Nicholson's journey is one that he wouldn't change.

The Second Baptist School senior spent the first three years of high school at newly opened Bridgeland High School prior to making a move.

It was at Second Baptist School where Nicholson '21 finished his prep career this past fall, passing for 1,353 yards and 21 touchdowns, leading the Eagles back to the state semifinals.

"It was a unique journey, but I'm glad it went the way it did," Nicholson said. "I wouldn't change a thing. I'm blessed to be able to attend Second Baptist School, and I'm so thankful they accepted me into their community."


Making a drastic change, such as moving high schools prior to your senior year, can be a lot for any kid to go through. New friends. New teammates. New coaches and teachers.

But Second Baptist School made that transition a smooth one for Nicholson.

"It was everything I ever hoped for," Nicholson said about how special it was playing for Second Baptist School. "I wanted an opportunity to play football at a high level my senior year, and Second Baptist gave me that and so much more. SBS is a great school with an amazing community, and I'm so blessed that I ended up being a part of it. My only wish is that I had been here all four years."


The Touchdown Club of Houston Offensive Player of the Year Finalist will also get an opportunity to play at the next level.

Recently, Nicholson verbally committed to the Colorado School of Mines.

"I took a visit up there for the summer and loved every bit of it," Nicholson said. "The town, school and facilities are top notch. I can see Golden being my home for the next four years, and I'm very excited."

Nicholson is not only excited about the prospects of playing college football but also about attending one of the best engineering schools in the country.

Blessed to say I am COMMITTED to Colorado School of Mines! Thank you to my family and Second Baptist. #HelluvaEngineer⚒ pic.twitter.com/2TuFGMq5cj
— Finn Nicholson (@finn1nicholson) December 26, 2020

"I'm still undecided as of right now, but I'm leaning towards Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science," Nicholson said. "Whatever I choose, I know it will be the right decision, and I know Mines is the best place to do it. I know that with my Mines degree, I will get a job that I enjoy that can provide for me and my family."

Before the interview was over, the final question to Nicholson was, what was your favorite memory playing high school football?

The team captain didn't respond with a notable win or replaying a game where he had a statistical gem.

Instead, he talked about his teammates and school.

"It's very hard to pick one thing that stands out, but my favorite memory of high school football is my senior year," he said. "I could not have asked for a better group of guys or a better school at which to spend my last year."

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BEING ELITE: The Blueprint Behind Houston Christian’s Latest Title Run

Matthew Ogle
03 Apr, 2026

Some of the stars of 2025-26 Houston Christian HS Basketball

Isaiah Vela (VYPE)

On the surface, Houston Christian’s 35–1 season—culminating in its fifth SPC title—looked more dominant than ever. A 66–42 victory over Episcopal in the SPC 4A Final brought head coach Ron Crandall closer to 600 career wins, highlighting the sustained excellence he and his program have built over nearly two decades.

Yet the record and the trophy tell only part of the story. The deeper significance of this championship lies in the culture Crandall and his players cultivated from the very beginning.

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FORGING THE FUTURE: Harrell-Alvarez takes the helm of Houston Christian Field Hockey

Matthew Ogle
03 Apr, 2026

The new head coach of Houston Christian's field hockey program, Meadoe Harrell-Alvarez

Houston Christian didn’t have to look far to find the ideal leader for its field hockey program. Former assistant coach Meadoe Harrell-Alvarez now steps into a head coaching role that feels thoroughly earned.

“I helped out last year, so I already know most of the athletes on the team,” Harrell-Alvarez said. “There’s a reason they come to Houston Christian—the philosophies are amazing, and I want to bring that back into the program while giving them opportunities to grow as young women.”

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THE AMAZIN’ METZ: Houston Christian pitcher Millie Metz sets team single-game strikeout record

Matthew Ogle
02 Apr, 2026

Sr. RHP/OF Millie Metz of the Houston Christian Mustangs

Jamey Wright (VYPE)

There are monumental performances, and then there are record-shattering ones.

In Houston Christian’s 6–2 victory over The John Cooper School on March 31, pitcher Millie Metz displayed remarkable composure on the mound. The right-handed senior recorded a commanding 18 strikeouts, surpassing both her own previous mark and the team record. Her earlier best of 17 came just a year ago against Greenhill in the SPC Tournament.

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