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On My Whistle Podcast | TXHSFB Week 2 Recap, New VYPE Houston Rankings
VYPE’s Matt Malatesta and Jackson DiPasquale are back to review and preview the Houston high school football scene as we roll into Week 3, and the storylines are already heating up.
The College Park Cavaliers have made headlines by climbing into the Top 10 after a hot start, proving they’re ready to hang with the area’s elite. Meanwhile, Klein Collins surged up the rankings thanks to a statement win over Willis, showing off their physical defense and depth. Their district-mates at Klein High are also grabbing attention, averaging over 60 points per game in their first two contests — an offensive explosion that has fans buzzing.
Over in Atascocita, the Eagles continue to impress, led by early-season Player of the Year frontrunner Cardae Mack, who powered another dominant win, this time over traditional powerhouse Katy.
In Class 5A, La Porte has emerged as a leader in the conversation, riding momentum and strong execution to separate themselves from the pack. On the private school stage, St. Thomas is holding it down as one of the premier programs, with their high-powered offense and veteran leadership setting the tone.
The season is just heating up — listen in as Malatesta and DiPasquale break it all down on On My Whistle.
THE YOUTH MOVEMENT: The "Fab Four" Freshmen at John Cooper School
The John Cooper School volleyball program is experiencing a resurgence this fall under the guidance of first-year head coach Rachel Stallman.
With a fresh voice on the sidelines and renewed energy in the gym, the Dragons are quickly becoming a team to watch in the private school ranks. A major reason for the turnaround has been the immediate impact of the “Fab Four” freshmen — Riley Gottsman, Reagan Cooksen, Allanah Maimone, and Dylan Wilson. Despite their youth, the group has shown poise, skill, and confidence well beyond their years, giving Stallman a versatile core to build around for the future. Each has carved out a role on the floor, and together they’ve sparked a new level of competitiveness within the program.
That spark is being fueled by the team’s senior leadership, which has embraced the newcomers and provided the steady presence necessary to balance the roster. The combination of veteran experience and youthful enthusiasm has created the type of chemistry Stallman envisioned when she took over the program.
VYPE’s Matt Malatesta caught up with the four freshman standouts to learn more about their journey, their personalities, and what drives them to succeed. One thing is clear — the Dragons’ foundation is strong, and the future looks bright at John Cooper.