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The Mustangs now hold a 34-3 record for the 2025 season, showcasing their dominance in what has been a monumental playoff run.
Under the direction of second-year head coach Michael Oros, Kingwood has advanced well beyond last year’s Area Round finish and will now face Katy Taylor in the Region III Final later this week.
The series marks a pivotal opportunity for the Mustangs, who are seeking their first trip to the UIL State Tournament since their championship season in 2005.
Kingwood's success has been fueled by a talented and experienced core. Senior right-hander Ben Mayorga, a LeTourneau University-commit, has been a key presence on the mound.
In the infield, Cornell-bound senior Caden Callaway has helped anchor both the defense and lineup, alongside versatile senior contributors Nick Spetter and Bryce Baker.
Sophomore right-hander Ryder Renfro has also emerged as a breakout performer, playing a critical role in the postseason stretch.
The Mustangs will begin their best-of-three Region III Final series against Katy Taylor on Thursday at 7:00 PM at Rice University. Game 2 will follow on Friday at 7:00 PM at Klein Forest High School. If necessary, a decisive Game 3 will take place Saturday morning at 11:00 AM, also at Klein Forest.
As they stand just one series away from a long-awaited return to the state stage, Kingwood’s blend of veteran leadership and emerging talent continues to drive one of the program’s most memorable seasons in recent history.
Fort Bend Kempner's Noey Do
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Westwood continued its winning ways in boys doubles as brothers Daniel and Devon Zhang battled through three sets (6-4, 3-6, 6-3) to defeat Southlake Carroll’s Andrew Whitehead and Danil Kazakov. It marked Daniel’s second consecutive state title after winning last year with Leon Chen.
On the girls side, Tompkins’ Ananya Sriniketh, also heading to Claremont-Mudd-Scripps, rallied to defeat Coppell’s Alexandra Patton in a three-set comeback (4-6, 7-5, 6-3) and secure the 6A girls singles crown.
In 6A girls doubles, Westwood added another title to its tally. Anwitha Duduka and Janya Tellabati earned a straight-set victory (7-5, 6-3) over Plano West’s Emma Thoms and June Kim. Duduka, who was runner-up last year with a different partner, clinched the title this time with Tellabati.
Fort Bend Clements made its mark in 6A mixed doubles as Gabriel Segubiense and Jastin Escamos powered past El Paso Franklin’s Kendall Olivas and Ayden Fraire (6-4, 6-3). Segubiense, who finished second in 2024 with a different partner, completed his redemption run with the win.
In 5A boys singles, Fort Bend Kempner’s Noey Do etched his name into the history books, winning his fourth consecutive state championship. The Rice-bound senior capped off a remarkable high school career with another dominant showing.
Other 5A champions included Walnut Grove’s Matteo Mejia and Blake Anderson in boys doubles, and Abilene Wylie’s Hope Willis in girls singles. Grapevine’s Sara and Emilia Gyorgy captured their second straight girls doubles title, continuing a family legacy of excellence. Frisco Lebanon Trail’s Aaditt Rishi and Addison Rosser claimed the 5A mixed doubles title.
With multiple repeat champions, sibling duos, and dramatic matches, this year’s UIL State Tournament served as a showcase of Texas tennis talent—and a fitting finale to the 2025 season.
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TOURNAMENT RESULTS
6A BOYS SINGLES
Champion: Sibi Raja -- RR Westwood
Runner-Up: Lucas Riezebeek -- Austin Westlake
6A BOYS DOUBLES
Champion: Daniel Zhang & Devon Zhang -- RR Westwood
Runner-Up: Andrew Whitehead & Danil Kazakov -- Southlake Carroll
6A GIRLS SINGLES
Champion: Ananya Sriniketh -- Tompkins
Runner-Up: Alexandra Patton -- Coppell
6A GIRLS DOUBLES
Champion: Anwitha Duduka & Janya Tellabati -- RR Westwood
Runner-Up: Emma Thoms & June Kim -- Plano West
The 6A Mixed Doubles Champions: Gabriel Segubiense & Jastin Escamos of Fort Bend ClementsPhoto acquired via Twitter (@FortBendISD)
6A MIXED DOUBLES
Champion: Gabriel Segubiense & Jastin Escamos -- Fort Bend Clements
Runner-Up: Kendall Olivas & Ayden Fraire -- El Paso Franklin
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5A BOYS SINGLES
Champion: Noey Do -- Fort Bend Kempner
Runner-Up: Rudy Mazzola -- Beaumont West Brook
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5A BOYS DOUBLES
Champion: Matteo Mejia & Blake Anderson -- Walnut Grove
Runner-Up: Zach Belyea & Sohan Chintala -- Frisco Memorial
5A GIRLS SINGLES
Champion: Hope Willis -- Abilene Wylie
Runner-Up: Sara Shelhamer -- Amarillo
5A GIRLS DOUBLES
Champion: Sara Gyorgy & Emilia Gyorgy -- Grapevine
Runner-Up: Siyona Davis & Avani Tripathi -- Frisco Independence
5A MIXED DOUBLES
Champion: Aaditt Rishi & Addison Rosser -- Frisco Lebanon Trail
Runner-Up: Koen Aggarao & Shyrabelle Buquel -- Mission Sharyland
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