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2022-23 Katy Tigers Softball
WIN OR GO HOME: VYPE's Class 6A Softball bi-district prospectus
Some of the best in H-Town lace them up, vying for their respective Regional title.
Region III will be a bloodbath considering Katy, Pearland, and Ridge Point are the favorites for a State run, while The Woodlands, Klein Collins, and Bridgeland will be names to watch in Region II.
Here are the teams representing Houston in the Bi-District round of the UIL Softball (6A) playoffs.
*Teams are displayed in alphabetical order
H-Town Softball Standouts: Faith Piper (Jr. SS)--Cinco Ranch
Justin Hartojo (VYPE)
Alvin Yellowjackets
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
2022-23 Regular Season: 20-8/Finished 2nd in District 23-6A
Head Coach: Kelly Bembry
Player(s) to watch: Reagan Jones (Sr. IF), Kiley Huffman (Jr. OF), Veronica Harrison (Sr. 1B)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Dickinson
Atascocita Eagles
Juan De Leon (VYPE)
2022-23 Regular Season: 25-6/District 21-6A Champions
Head Coach: Ashley Boyd
Player(s) to watch: Kasidi Pickering (Sr. RHP/OF), Raegan Jennings (Sr. IF), Vanessa Valdez (Jr. P)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Pasadena Memorial
Bellaire Cardinals
Juan De Leon (VYPE)
Bellaire Cardinals
2022-23 Regular Season: 14-12/Finished 2nd in District 18-6A
Head Coach: Brien Tuffly
Player(s) to watch: Claire Shelley (Sr. P/1B), Ainsley Pinkerton (Jr. C), Margaret Reid (Sr. OF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Memorial
Benjamin Davis Falcons
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
2022-23 Regular Season: 8-4(District)/Finished 3rd in District 14-6A
Head Coach: Miranda Grotenhuis
Player(s) to watch: Rayanna Bradley (Sr. C), Zayda Dennis (Jr. LHP), Liliana Mendoza (So. IF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. New Caney
Brazoswood Buccaneers
Juan De Leon (VYPE)
2022-23 Regular Season: 25-5/District 24-6A Champions
Head Coach: Laura Oitman
Player(s) to watch: Peyton Tanner (Jr. RHP), Haley Hughes (Sr. C/OF), Mia Estrello (So. IF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Shadow Creek
Bridgeland Bears
Justin Hartojo (VYPE)
2022-23 Regular Season: 27-5-1/Co-District 16-6A Champions
Head Coach: Candi Weige
Player(s) to watch: Daniela Lopez (Jr. IF), Haylie Stum (Sr. LHP/OF), Chayne Allen (Jr. OF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Klein
C.E. King Panthers
C.E. King Panthers
2022-23 Regular Season: 21-12/Finished 4th in District 21-6A
Head Coach: Seth Mills
Bi-District Matchup: v. Deer Park
Channelview Falcons
Channelview Falcons
2022-23 Regular Season: 6-4 (District)/Finished 3rd in District 22-6A
Head Coach: Rachael Martin
Bi-District Matchup: v. Kingwood
Chavez Lobos
Chavez Lobos
2022-23 Regular Season: 11-14/Finished 4th in District 18-6A
Head Coach: Debbie Crockett-Osterhout
Player(s) to watch: Autumn Longoria (Sr. OF), Izarely Almaguer (Fr. IF), Ava Castillo (Fr. P/1B)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Cy-Fair
Cinco Ranch Cougars
Justin Hartojo (VYPE)
Cinco Ranch Cougars
2022-23 Regular Season: 18-9/Finished 2nd in District 19-6A
Head Coach: Suzanne Reeve
Player(s) to watch: Faith Piper (Jr. SS), Chela Kovar (Sr. P/1B), Savannah Henningson (Jr. 1B/P)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Travis
Clear Brook Wolverines
Clear Brook Wolverines
2022-23 Regular Season: 14-12/Finished 4th in District 24-6A
Head Coach: Katy Cave
Player(s) to watch: Lien Brister (Jr. IF), Alyssa Terry (Jr. OF/P), Estrella Rowe (So. IF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Pearland
Clear Springs Chargers
Juan De Leon (VYPE)
Clear Springs Chargers
2022-23 Regular Season: 21-8/Finished 3rd in District 24-6A
Head Coach: Jennifer Knight
Player(s) to watch:Emma King (Jr. OF/2B), Anna Soles (Sr. LHP), Eryn Polite (So. OF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Dawson
Conroe Tigers
Conroe Tigers
2022-23 Regular Season: 21-8/Tri-District 13-6A Champions
Head Coach: Danna Rice
Player(s) to watch: Eva Lantagne (Fr. RHP), Alisa Sneed (So. OF), Skylar Green (Fr. 2B)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Dekaney
Cy-Fair Bobcats
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
Cy-Fair Bobcats
2022-23 Regular Season: 19-13/District 17-6A Champions
Head Coach: Marissa Stevens
Player(s) to watch: Isabella Rios (So. C), Averie Morris (Jr SS/2B), Carey Granger (So. P)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Chavez
Cy Ranch Mustangs
Justin Hartojo (VYPE)
2022-23 Regular Season: 15-15-1/Finished 4th in District 16-6A
Head Coach: Sarah Mueller
Player(s) to watch: Vanessa Soza (Sr. OF), Victoria Sossaman (Sr. P/1B), Emily Landry (Sr. OF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Klein Collins
Cy Woods Wildcats
Justin Hartojo (VYPE)
Cy Woods Wildcats
2022-23 Regular Season: 19-13/Finished 3rd in District 16-6A
Head Coach: Clif Bond
Player(s) to watch: Halee Vance (Sr. C), Samantha De Los Santos (Jr. P/IF), Kassidy St. Clair (So. OF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Waller
Dawson Eagles
Juan De Leon (VYPE)
Dawson Eagles
2022-23 Regular Season: 25-7/Finished 3rd in District 23-6A
Head Coach: Chelsea Boles
Player(s) to watch: Makenzie Wright (Sr. C), Gigi Solis (Sr. P/1B), Sa’Mya Jones (Jr. SS/P)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Clear Springs
Deer Park Deer
Jamie Wright (VYPE)
2022-23 Regular Season: 21-8/District 22-6A Champions
Head Coach: Amy Vidal-Bush
Player(s) to watch: Erin Perez (Sr. C), Aubrey Graham (Sr. P), Bryanna Fuentes (Sr. IF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. C.E. King
Dekaney Wildcats
Dekaney Wildcats
2022-23 Regular Season: 6-7 (District)/Finished 4th in District 14-6A
Head Coach: Xavier Hill
Bi-District Matchup: v. Conroe
Dickinson Gators
Dickinson Gators
2022-23 Regular Season: 20-10/Finished 2nd in District 24-6A
Head Coach: Jaclyn Molenaar
Player(s) to watch: Kayden Henry (Sr. OF), Kadence Williams (Jr. RHP/IF), Lilly McCafferty (Jr. IF/OF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Alvin
Dobie Longhorns
Juan De Leon (VYPE)
Dobie Longhorns
2022-23 Regular Season: 20-10-1/Finished 2nd in District 22-6A
Head Coach: Robin Rackley
Player(s) to watch: Marisa Perla (Sr. RHP/OF), Bella Perez (Sr. C), Emily Delgado (Sr. IF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Summer Creek
Dulles Vikings
Dulles Vikings
2022-23 Regular Season: 11-13/Finished 4th in District 20-6A
Head Coach: Jon Maples
Player(s) to watch: Kellan Ton (Sr. OF), Maya Salinas (Jr. SS), Sidney Burford (Sr. 1B)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Katy
George Ranch Longhorns
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
George Ranch Longhorns
2022-23 Regular Season: 19-8-1/Co-District 20-6A Champions
Head Coach: Emily Janicek Witt
Player(s) to watch: Kathleen Dolan (Jr. OF), Mariah Garner (Sr. C), Karrlauhn Deas (Jr. OF/P)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Katy Taylor
Heights Bulldogs
Jamie Wright (VYPE)
Heights Bulldogs
2022-23 Regular Season: 25-2-1/District 18-6A Champions
Head Coach: Lamont Robins
Player(s) to watch: Laila Robins (Jr. OF/UTL), Helen Maddux (So. OF), Haylie Jaime (Jr. RHP)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Stratford
Jersey Village Falcons
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
2022-23 Regular Season: 16-14-1/Finished 2nd in District 17-6A
Head Coach: Clay Tucker
Player(s) to watch: Charli Miller (Sr. P), Jordyn Battise (So. IF), Camdyn Brown (Fr. C/3B)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Lamar
Katy Tigers
Justin Hartojo (VYPE)
2022-23 Regular Season: 28-4/District 19-6A Champions
Head Coach: Kalum Haack
Player(s) to watch: Cameryn Harrison (Jr. RHP), Ashytn Reichardt (Jr. OF), Paige Bunting (Sr. P)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Dulles
Katy Taylor Mustangs
Katy Taylor Mustangs
2022-23 Regular Season: 17-12-1/Finished 4th in District 19-6A
Head Coach: Billie Powell
Player(s) to watch: Katherine Brunner (Sr. SS), Kaelyn Lerma (So. 3B), Bethany Fan (So. OF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. George Ranch
Kingwood Mustangs
Juan De Leon (VYPE)
Kingwood Mustangs
2022-23 Regular Season: 26-6/Finished 2nd in District 21-6A
Head Coach: DeWayne Singletary
Player(s) to watch: Meredith Schmitt (Sr. P), Tara Wolocko (Sr. C), Hailey Harvey (Sr. UTL/OF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Channelview
Klein Bearkats
Justin Hartojo (VYPE)
Klein Bearkats
2022-23 Regular Season: 7-7 (District)/Finished 4th in District 15-6A
Head Coach: Jessica Lange
Player(s) to watch: Jaccie Burton (Sr. SS), Sari Travis (Sr. P), Makenzi Johnson (Sr. C)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Bridgeland
Klein Collins Tigers
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
Klein Collins Tigers
2022-23 Regular Season: 26-7/District 15-6A Champions
Head Coach: Meghan Fisher
Player(s) to watch: Savannah Carter (Jr. P), Arianays Garcia (Jr. C), Za’Riya Bell-Morris (So. OF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Cy Ranch
Klein Oak Panthers
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
Klein Oak Panthers
2022-23 Regular Season: 8-7 (District)/Finished 3rd in District 15-6A
Head Coach: Barry Wilson
Player(s) to watch: Sophie Smith (Jr. IF), Aubrey LaCour (So. P/IF), Brielle Moreland (Jr. IF/C)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Langham Creek
Lamar Texans
Lamar Texans
2022-23 Regular Season: 13-9/Finished 3rd in 18-6A
Head Coach: Meah Maddox
Player(s) to watch: Margot Royston (Fr. C/IF), Georgia Polydoros (Sr. P/OF), Ashley Anderson (Sr. OF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Jersey Village
Langham Creek Lobos
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
2022-23 Regular Season: 25-7/Co-District 16-6A Champions
Head Coach: Michele Biffle
Player(s) to watch: Lindsay Durham (Jr. OF/1B), Kasey Simmons (Sr. C), Emily Simmons (Sr. RHP), Lauren Cox (Sr. P/IF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Klein Oak
MacArthur Generals
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
2022-23 Regular Season: 18-12/Finished 2nd in District 14-6A
Head Coach: Erika Scott
Player(s) to watch: Melany Castellanos (So. C), Miranda Machado (So. SS/P), Zoey Martinez (Jr. IF),
Bi-District Matchup: v. The Woodlands
Memorial Mustangs
Campbell Zahn of Memorial Mustangs Softball
Justin Hartojo (VYPE)
Memorial Mustangs
2022-23 Regular Season: 18-10/Finished 3rd in District 17-6A
Head Coach: Stephanie Mosley
Player(s) to watch: Quincy Basarowich (Jr. C/IF), Brooke Kearns (Fr. C/OF), Campbell Zahn (Jr. 3B)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Bellaire
New Caney Eagles
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New Caney Eagles
2022-23 Regular Season: 21-12/Tri-District 13-6A Champions
Head Coach: Anna Whiddon
Player(s) to watch: Ahlana Bruins (Sr. IF), Brianna Moore (Sr. OF), McKenna Rinewalt (So. IF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Benjamin Davis
Oak Ridge War Eagles
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
Oak Ridge War Eagles
2022-23 Regular Season: 19-11/Finished 5th in District 13-6A
Head Coach: Stephani Rougeau
Player(s) to watch: Savanna Conway (Jr. P), Ariel Redmond (Jr. OF), Ella Boyer (So. C/IF), Adrienne Thompson (Fr. IF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Spring
Pearland Oilers
Justin Hartojo (VYPE)
2022-23 Regular Season: 28-3/District 23-6A Champions
Head Coach: Laneigh Clark
Player(s) to watch: Hailey Golden (Sr. OF), Abigail Gutierrez (Sr. P), Kristyn Whitlock (Sr. IF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Clear Brook
Ridge Point Panthers
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
Ridge Point Panthers
2022-23 Regular Season: 21-7/Co-District 20-6A Champions
Head Coach: Lindsey Gage
Player(s) to watch: Jade Uresti (Sr. IF), Braelyn Daniels (So. C/OF), Bailey Gray (Sr. P)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Tompkins
Shadow Creek Sharks
Jamie Wright (VYPE)
Shadow Creek Sharks
2022-23 Regular Season: 17-15/Finished 4th in District 23-6A
Head Coach: Chelsea Guenther
Player(s) to watch: Moriah Polar (Sr. OF), Cayla Warner (Fr. OF), Isabella Ramirez (So. IF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Brazoswood
Spring Lions
Justin Hartojo (VYPE)
Spring Lions
2022-23 Regular Season: 21-8/District 14-6A Champions
Head Coach: Julie Wyrick
Player(s) to watch: Isabella De Los Santos (Sr. P), Mariah DeBose (Sr. OF), Hailey Jones-Calais (Fr. 3B)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Oak Ridge
Stratford Spartans
Hayden Houser of Stratford Softball
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
Stratford Spartans
2022-23 Regular Season: 17-10/Finished 4th in District 17-6A
Head Coach: Karina Scott
Player(s) to watch: Hayden Houser (Sr. P), Marina Taveras (So. IF), Allison Hibbetts (So. C/IF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Heights
Summer Creek Bulldogs
Juan De Leon (VYPE)
Summer Creek Bulldogs
2022-23 Regular Season: 23-10-1/Finished 3rd in District 21-6A
Head Coach: Gabe Castillo
Player(s) to watch: Hilary Akers (Sr. OF), Miranda Peña (Sr. P), Sam Flores (Sr. C)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Dobie
The Woodlands Highlanders
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
2022-23 Regular Season: 22-10/Tri-District 13-6A Champions
Head Coach: Tim Borths
Player(s) to watch: Alannah Leach (Sr. OF), Gabby Leach (Sr. OF), Chesney Davis (So. P)
Bi-District Matchup: v. MacArthur
Tompkins Falcons
Juan De Leon (VYPE)
Tompkins Falcons
2022-23 Regular Season: 15-10/Finished 3rd in District 19-6A
Head Coach: Katy Agiannidis
Player(s) to watch: Meagan Brown (Sr. OF), Samantha Crumrin (Jr. P/1B), Tayden Alexander (Sr. OF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Ridge Point
Travis Tigers
Travis Tigers
2022-23 Regular Season: 15-6/Co-District 20-6A Champions
Head Coach: Katie Kilgore
Player(s) to watch: Ariel Kowalewski (Sr. C), Maddie Morris (Sr. RHP/UTL), Kacy Perkins (Sr. OF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Cinco Ranch
Waller Bulldogs
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
Waller Bulldogs
2022-23 Regular Season: 20-7-1/Finished 2nd in District 15-6A
Head Coach: Lise DeBruin
Player(s) to watch: Gracie Smith (Sr. OF), Maryssa Zenzen (Sr. IF), Kameryn Reinhardt (Sr. OF)
Bi-District Matchup: v. Cy Woods
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Pearland Pitcher Jake Mader-Cooper
TRUSTING THE PROCESS: Pearland’s Mader-Cooper a piece to winning puzzle
The playoffs are on the horizon and the Oilers are standing atop their district with an undefeated 7-0 record (20-5-1 overall) and have their sights set on a deep playoff run.
Several of the usual suspects for Pearland -- LHP Caden Ferraro (Texas A&M-signee), LF Brett Smajstrla (Sam Houston) and SS Anthony Avalos (Houston) -- have been enjoying stellar seasons.
However, one name that’s flown under the radar is junior RHP/MIF Jake Mader-Cooper, who has relished the opportunity to play for Pearland.
Photo by Lloyd Hendricks of Hendricks Rockography
“I’m honored to be a part of such a great group of players and the community surrounding us,” said Mader-Cooper. “Everyone puts in the work every day and lifts each other up. Our group is very hungry and it helps that we have so much talent on the team.”
Mader-Cooper is one of the many standouts residing in the Oilers bullpen, which has been a key contributor to Pearland’s success thus far.
“We have put a lot of trust in our coaching staff and have just been having fun,” he said. “We are such a close group that can have fun while we put the work in. As a whole, we’re playing unselfish baseball and we’re manufacturing runs with key people making big plays. Whether it be through bunts, stealing bases or just getting a hit, we’re doing everything we can to help the team reach our goal of a State Title.”
Photo by Lloyd Hendricks of Hendricks Rockography
Mader-Cooper’s baseball journey was initiated by the influence of his family during his childhood, which has driven the Pearland junior the whole way.
“I have been playing from a young age and just fell in love with the game,” Mader-Cooper said. “My parents were both Division 1 athletes and put me in the position to be the best that I can be. I think the most important aspect is loving me and trusting the process. You just need to enjoy the journey and trust that your hard work will pay off.”
It seems that the process has been working, considering Mader-Cooper committed to play for Rice once he graduates a year from now.
“I committed to Rice my sophomore year since I really liked the coaching staff,” he said. “Coach [José] Cruz [Jr.] is a great influence and I’m looking forward to playing for him. Rice is also a great school, academically, and the current players there have said good things.”
Photo by Lloyd Hendricks of Hendricks Rockography
And what future does the Rice-commit see for himself?
“I hope to be in the minor or major leagues one day, or perhaps in medical school,” said Mader-Cooper. “God has a plan for me and I’m just here to follow his lead and give 100-percent in everything I do.”
Anticipate an exceptional regular season finish for Mader-Cooper and Pearland Baseball, as that will only be the beginning.