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Friendswood's Chase Richardson (Jr. G)
THE NEXT BIG THING: Friendswood phenom Richardson the latest in a long line of exceptional athletes
So, what makes him special?
Richardson plays with a chip on his shoulder — always has. He’s never been the best player on his AAU team, and that fuels him.I t pushes him to outwork, outthink, and outcompete everyone in the gym.
He lives in the gym, training under the tutelage of TJ Ford, the former Houston high school basketball legend from Willowridge who went on to star at Texas and play 10 seasons in the NBA.
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But there’s more to the Richardson story.
His father, Chad Richardson, was the starting quarterback for Rice University in the 1990s. His mother, Anne, was an All-American hurdler at the University of Wyoming. And his sister, Charlotte, plays soccer at the University of Houston. Get the picture?
Athleticism runs deep in the Richardson bloodline— and Chase is the baby of the bunch. He actually began his athletic career as a left-handed pitcher, which explains his ability to fire pinpoint, full-court passes and throw down thunderous left-handed dunks.
The twist? He shoots right-handed.
“I loved baseball,” he laughed. “But the energy of basketball took over my life. The pace, the crowd, the creativity, the explosiveness —it’s what I love about the game.
“As I got bigger and stronger, I started to get more confident and it began to grow. I’ve always been a leader, and as I become an upperclassman, I will continue to develop that quality even more. It’s great seeing all of this hard work paying off.”
Richardson’s recruiting process is heating up. He’s taken official visits to Notre Dame, SMU, and Iowa, with many more to come. Over the next 18 months, he’ll have his pick of elite programs. As for his on-court inspiration?
“I love Jason Williams,” he said. “The confidence he played with was crazy. He was fearless and broke all the stereotypes. I love the style and flair he played with.”
As Richardson continues to carve out his journey on the hardwood, his blend of work ethic, family lineage, and natural talent make him a can’t-miss prospect — one who’s just getting started.
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Friendswood's Caroline Adams
LOVB Spotlight: Adams surpasses major milestone amid Friendswood's imposing start
It’s a milestone built on seasons of discreet command — not just her nearly 500 assists and 120-plus digs this fall, but the way she’s orchestrated the Mustangs’ offense with consistency and control throughout her career.
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Now, with Friendswood off to a 20-7 start and Adams again at the helm, the story may only be getting started.
She’s been a consistent facilitator for the Mustangs, guiding them through a challenging schedule that has included signature wins over McKinney North, Hebron, Manvel, Shadow Creek, and St. John’s. Her impact goes beyond the stats, though her production remains among the best in the region.
A first-team, all-district selection a season ago, Adams announced her commitment to the U.S. Naval Academy in March — a testament to her discipline on and off the court.
She also benefits from the additional fire-power that Coach Sarah Paulk brings to the floor – including Nadi’ya Shelby (Florida-commit), Haley Patton (North Dakota), and Elaina Holtvluwer (So. OH), among others.
The team has its sights set firmly on a return to the UIL State Tournament — a stage it hasn’t reached since 2019 — and possibly more. The Mustangs came within striking distance last season, falling to Georgetown in the 5A-D2 Region III Final.
Still, the bar is set even higher. Friendswood hasn’t won a state title since its lone championship run in 1994. With Adams leading a hungry and experienced core, that drought might not last much longer.
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