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Trey Finney has transferred from Dekaney to St. Pius X
THE RISE OF TREY FINNEY: St. Pius X freshman gaining national attention
HOUSTON — At just 15 years old, Trey Finney III is already turning heads on the recruiting trail.
The 5-foot-9, do-it-all freshman was a second-team all-district selection for Dekaney High School this past fall. Since the end of his freshman football season, Finney has already pulled in double-digit Division I offers, a testament to his elite speed, versatility, and football IQ. He's also transferred to St. Pius X.
“I really don’t like to limit myself,” he said. “That’s why I consider myself an athlete. I can play receiver or cornerback. Travis Hunter has paved the way for guys like me to play both ways. If you have the talent and the heart for it, you can never come off the field.”
While Finney shines under the Friday night lights, he’s equally impressive in the classroom. Now at St. Pius X, he’s embracing the academic rigor with a perfect 4.0 GPA.
“I came to St. Pius X because I’m really big on academics,” Finney said. “I want to be challenged in the classroom, and this school gives me that.”
He’s also a self-described bookworm, recently finishing the entire Game of Thrones book series. In his downtime, you might catch him deep into anime adventures.
“I’m really into Naruto and Luffy from One Piece,” he laughed. “That type of adventure genre is my thing.”
New head coach Shaun Stephens is fired up about Finney joining the program — not just for his athleticism, but for who he is as a person.
“The kid enjoys the process,” Stephens said. “He understands that greatness is built in the dark. He pushes himself every day — in the classroom, on the field, and in the weight room. He’s competitive in every sense of the word.”
Stephens added, “He can score from anywhere on the field, and then flip to defense and lock down your best receiver.”
Finney’s spring and summer will be packed with visits, including trips to Miami, Georgia, Baylor, and Purdue before the end of the school year. But he’s not caught up in the hype.
“I’m not chasing a logo,” he said. “I’m not chasing the money. I’m looking for fit, culture, and the right coach.”
It’s that mindset — paired with elite talent — that sets Finney apart as one of the most intriguing freshmen in the country.
Wonder Twins... Activate: Grand Oaks' Thompson's time has come
Wonder Twins… Activate!
For the younger crowd out there, you might not remember the classic cartoon The Wonder Twins, but meet the real-life version—Cullen and Halle Thompson. This twin brother-sister duo is taking the athletic world by storm.
Last year, the sibling spotlight shined on Shadow Creek’s Mackenzie Collins (Texas volleyball) and her twin brother Mikey Collins (UL-L basketball). This year, it's all about the Thompsons.
Their older sister, Fallon, set the bar high, playing volleyball at Gonzaga. Now, Halle is following in her footsteps—and then some. The No. 2 volleyball recruit in the nation, she’s committed to Wisconsin and already boasts two Class 6A State Titles at Grand Oaks.
It took a little longer, but Cullen is now making his mark, exploding onto the football recruiting scene as a 6-foot-4 edge rusher.
“As twins, it’s different from just a regular sibling relationship,” Cullen said. “We share birthdays, we share a car, we share a deep connection. So when she was getting all the attention in volleyball, I wasn’t jealous—I was really proud. I knew my time would come.”
That time has arrived. With offers from SEC, Big 12, and Big Ten schools, Cullen is a rising force.
“I think my speed, lateral quickness, athleticism, and my ghost rush really set me apart,” he said. “My football journey is just getting started. My trainers call me ‘The Mutant.’ I didn’t watch much football growing up, but I’ve been told I have the athleticism of Javon Kearse—he was called ‘The Freak.’”
Athleticism runs in the family. Their mom, Libra Thompson, played volleyball at Rice and is known for her big personality. Their dad, Scott, is the more laid-back type.
And in a wild twist, when the twins were less than a year old, Libra was selected for the CBS reality show Big Brother, where she finished ninth overall after 38 days in the house.
“My mom is a big personality—that’s where Halle and I get it from,” Cullen laughed. “We get our rambunctious side from her. My dad is our chill side.”
The Thompson twins are a team in every sense, and Cullen is hoping to lead his Grand Oaks football squad to a historic season.
“I feel like Grand Oaks is on the rise,” he said. “I’m going to be showcased on defense, and we have some nice players around me. I really feel like I’m going to have a breakout senior season that will open up even more opportunities.”
An early graduate, Cullen is looking for the right fit at the next level.
“This process has taught me to be patient,” he said. “My time will come on the field in college, too. Graduating early will help me develop sooner. I’m going into a school to learn and earn my way on the field. I don’t have to play as a freshman—I just want a staff that will get the most out of me.”