VYPE caught up with The Woodlands Christian Academy Football Coach Kolby Hull at the VYPE TWCA Fall 2023 Media Day, discussing the season and more!
Check out the interview below!
VYPE caught up with The Woodlands Christian Academy Football Coach Kolby Hull at the VYPE TWCA Fall 2023 Media Day, discussing the season and more!
Check out the interview below!
The stars of 2025-26 Second Baptist School Football
Coming off an impressive 11-3 campaign that ended just shy of a TAPPS-5A state title, Second Baptist gears up for their newest campaign with unfinished business and a veteran-heavy roster that’s hungry for more.
Now in his third year as head coach, Beck Brydon continues to guide a program that has become a consistent contender through each passing season. The Eagles steamrolled through the playoffs last fall, notching decisive wins over St. Joseph (42-7), St. Joseph Academy (29-10), and rival Fort Bend Christian Academy (35-16) before falling to All Saints Episcopal in the championship.
When it comes to their attack, SBS returns a dynamic duo in the backfield. Senior signal-caller Canon Toon, a second-team, all-district selection, brings a rare mix of size and mobility at 6-foot-4, giving the Eagles a steady presence under center and emerging as one of the more underrated dual-threats in the Houston area. He’s joined by standout tailback Langston Davis – a first-team, all-state recipient – and senior wideouts Allen Thomas (first-team AD) and Jordan Jones (second-team AD) providing Toon with reliable targets.
Second Baptist Sr. RB Langston DavisJamey Wright (VYPE)
On the other side of the ball, the Eagles boast a stout defensive front anchored by state second-teamer Kelvin Baptiste (45 tackles, 14.5 TFL, 4 sacks) and Edward Burnett, both returning starters with postseason honors. Versatile junior Jirius Khoury, a second-team, all-district athlete, brings speed and adaptability to the secondary and linebacker units. Considering how close they were to the title, Brydon won’t have to worry about the team’s motivation.
The pieces are falling into place. Now, it’s just about completing the puzzle.
The stars of 2025-26 St. Thomas Football
After a postseason surge that carried them to the TAPPS-6A State Semifinals, the St. Thomas Eagles enter the 2025 season with momentum – and a new head coach at the helm.
Raymond Davis, formerly the team’s assistant and defensive coordinator, steps into the lead role following Rich McGuire’s departure to Southeastern Oklahoma State. The Eagles finished 7-6 in 2024, highlighted by playoff wins over Trinity Christian (31-19) and St. Michael’s (21-7) before falling to powerhouse Liberty Christian-Argyle in the title game. Now, with a seasoned core returning on both sides of the ball, St. Thomas looks poised for another shot at the division crown.
Defensively, senior edge rusher Obinna Umeh headlines the unit after earning first-team, all-state honors. A recent Duke-commit, Umeh (58 tackles, 19 TFL, 5.5 sacks) brings elite athleticism and pass-rushing ability, paired with critical instincts. He’s joined by fellow seniors Liam McCarthy (125 tackles, 27 TFL) and Max Moore, forming a disruptive linebacking corps that gives St. Thomas a disciplined identity.
St. Thomas Sr. OLB/DE Obinna UmehDoug Brown (VYPE)
On offense, Nate Tidwell (Sr. WR) returns as a top playmaker after a 1,000-yard receiving season, while senior Javaughn Waldron adds versatility out of the backfield, having led the team with 11 combined scores a year ago. Junior quarterback Pierce Jacobson, who split snaps last year, is expected to take over full-time duties and could thrive with more opportunities.
Another notable target for Jacobson to utilize is senior second-teamer Derek Stevenson (566 yards, 6 TDs). Meanwhile, anchoring the line will be center Alexander Pompilus, also entering his senior year. Special teams remain in good hands – or good feet, rather – with Michael Taylor II, a second-team, all-state kicker who brings consistency and range.
With Davis being provided with such continuity to the program and a proven core returning, the Eagles will be eager to take the next step – and this time, finish the job.
The stars of 2025-26 Kinkaid Football
The target is on their back – and The Kinkaid School wouldn’t have it any other way. After steamrolling through a 10-1 season and capturing the SPC-4A Championship with a 49-10 win over Episcopal, the Falcons are back this fall with the usual expectations and a reloaded roster.
Their only stumble came in an early exhibition loss to eventual UIL 3A-DII state champion Gunter. From there, coach Nathan Larned and co. never faced defeat again and quickly proved themselves as one of the top private school programs in Texas.
While the departure of All-SPC quarterback David Capobianco leaves a void under center, junior running back Wayne Shanks Jr. is more than capable of leading the offense. The explosive, do-it-all back posted nearly 1,900 total yards from scrimmage with 27 touchdowns in 2024, drawing scholarship offers from Ohio State, Florida, Notre Dame, Ole Miss, and others. His presence alone keeps Kinkaid's attack dangerous.
Kinkaid Jr. RB Wayne Shanks Jr.Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
In the passing game, senior receivers Alexander Donnelly and Peter Liuzzi bring experience, dependable hands, and the ability to stretch defenses – giving the Falcons balance and options no matter who takes over at quarterback.
Moving over to defense, Kinkaid returns senior safety Caleb Pitts, edge rusher Odell Winn III, and junior linebacker Thomas Smith, a trio expected to set the tone physically.
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