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New faces at College Park
NEW FACES: New coach, new Cavs, but No. 17 College Park still playoff bound
17 — COLLEGE PARK CAVALIERS
Mr. College Park, coach Clifton McNeely, went out on top.
The only head coach in College Park High School history, McNeely led the Cavs to the State Final Four before retiring — leaving a legacy few programs could match.
But the cupboard is far from bare.
Kenneth Stephens takes over the reins, charged with maintaining the standard set by a legend. Returning to the huddle are seniors Robert Matthews and Mauricio Martinez, while juniors Tyson Forrest and Jayden Heidleberger are poised to take on expanded roles in 2025–26.
Sophomore Quintuyn Buckmon, following in the footsteps of his brothers, continues the family tradition of leadership in the Cavs’ program.
Yes, there are new faces this season, but the message is clear: at College Park, the bar remains the same — and Stephens is ready to keep it there.
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The CE King Panthers
WE BELONG: No. 18 CE King belongs in district conversation
No. 18 — C.E. KING PANTHERS
While Atascocita and Summer Creek have long dominated the headlines in Houston basketball, CE King has quietly emerged as a contender in the tough District 23-6A.
Under coach Damien Mobley, the Panthers made a deep postseason run last season, advancing three rounds before falling to eventual State Finalist Katy Jordan.
Several key contributors have graduated, but Darrell Bush returns to lead a young, talented squad. Sophomore guards Kaiden White, Kendric Mitchell, Jayce Arriaga, and Cire Mobley all have bright futures and will be counted on to step up quickly if CE King hopes to continue its newfound success and remain a threat in the district.
With experience, talent, and Mobley’s leadership, the Panthers are ready to show they belong among Houston’s elite.
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