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BIG TICKETS: Houston's Top 10 must-see athletes in 2019-20

Matt Malatesta
Jul 22, 2019

Zachary Evans, North Shore

Bradley Collier

Everyone wants to say, "I saw them when…"

Seeing those athletes before they blow up on the college or professional scene like Boston Celtic Carsen Edwards (Atascocita) or future NFL first-rounder Walker Little of Stanford (Episcopal).


So, who are the Big Tickets entering the 2019 Houston-area sports season.

​No. 1 Zach Evans, North Shore Football, RB, 2020

Evans is the most coveted prospect in the nation

By Diana Porter

Nation's No. 1 recruit can run over, around and make people miss better than anyone in the country. You better get to the game early because North Shore will be blowing people out by halftime. Great for his future because he doesn't have a ton of tread on the tires.

No. 2 Demond Demas, Tomball/North Forest, Football, Texas A&M-commit, 2020

Demond Demas has become an Internet Star

Not sure if he plays at Tomball or North Forest, but this guy is one of the best overall athletes in Texas. He won state in the high jump a few years back, which translates to the football field. He has swag, athleticism and will be a difference-maker early for the Aggies. He is a great self-promoter and his ability matches his hype.

No. 3 Drew Romo, The Woodlands, Baseball, LSU-commit, 2020

Drew Romo is a bona fide MLB Draft Pick

Bradley Collier

Will not play college baseball. He's a switch-hitting catcher who can hit for power and average. His defense is impeccable. A national recruit and the best prospect coming out of Texas, Romo has a tremendous work ethic and is laser-focused.

No. 4 Ally Batenhorst, Seven Lakes, Volleyball, Nebraska-commit, 2021

Batenhorst is just a junior - committed to Nebraska

Diana Porter

At 6-foot-4, Batenhorst led Seven Lakes to a state final appearance as a freshman as was VYPE's Player of the Year. Just a junior, she has verbally committed to Nebraska and was a member of the U.S. Girls' Youth National Team. Last summer, in the NORCECA Girls' U18 Continental Championship in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, she had a 12-point match (with 10 kills) in a sweep of Barbados.

No. 5 Eddie Lampkin, Morton Ranch, Basketball, 2020

Morton Ranch's Eddie Lampkin is the Big Man on Campus

Jayme Wright

Brother played football at Oklahoma. At 6-foot-10 and nearly 300 pounds, Lampkin is a beast and un-guardable at the high school level. He can put you in the rim or light you up from the outside. Has a dozen offers from big-time programs. He's athletic for a big-guy and has a magnetic personality.

No. 6 Jada Malone, The Village School, Basketball, 2021

Malone is a national recruit

By Bradley Collier

Houston is a hub for tremendous girls basketball talent from the Ogwumike sisters to Brittany Griner. Tons of talent are in the WNBA from H-Town. Malone is the next big thing. While she plays in the private school ranks, Malone has offers from Tennessee, TCU, LSU, Georgia Tech among others.

No. 7 Dylan Maberry, The Woodlands, LSU-commit, 2020

Dylan Maberry is committed to LSU

By Diana Porter

The Hammer of the North is Dylan Maberry. The 6-foot-2 outside was the leader kill artist in Houston and has tremendous bounce. She was the District Outside Hitter of the Year and an all-state selection. The traditional power goes as far as Maberry takes them.

No. 8 Vernon Broughton, Cy Ridge, Football, Texas-commit, 2020

Broughton is now a Longhorn

Has an NFL body right now and a bright future at Texas. His motor is great for a big guy and will get double-teamed all season. Will he peak in high school? Still to be unseen, but he has a great work ethic and can play with anyone in the country.

No. 9 Rueben Fatheree, Foster, Football/Basketball, 2021

Fatheree is a dual-sport star

Diana Porter

The dual-sport star is a 6-foot-8 giant. He started receiving offers as a freshman in both sports. On the line, he can just push opponents around and will only get better. In hoops, he has great hands in the paint and has great court IQ. Pick a sport

No. 10 Maggie Herdejurgen, Crosby, Softball, Oklahoma State-commit, 2021 

Herdejurgen can crush the ball

By Bradley Collier

Do not pitch to this kid. In her first-ever varsity at-bat as a freshman, she launched a ball over the fence. She has already committed to Oklahoma State as a freshman as a power-hitting catcher. She will re-write the record books at Crosby at the plate.

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FOCUSED FAIRWAYS: HCHS Junior Emily Zhang Rises Among Texas’ Premier Golfers

Matthew Ogle
09 Apr, 2026

Houston Christian's Emily Zhang

Photo by: Jamey Wright (VYPE)

On the greens at South Shore Harbour Country Club, few golfers in Texas command attention like Yixin “Emily” Zhang. Equipped with an exemplary aptitude for the sport, the Houston Christian junior has quickly proven herself among the state’s elite, combining skill and coherence in a way that makes her a standout well beyond Houston.

At the end of March, Zhang captured the title at the Southern Texas PGA Golf Performance Group Houston Junior Classic, shooting just one over par. Yet her success is no surprise. Months earlier, she had finished first at the STPGA Prestige Tour H-Town Showdown in August, following a third-place finish at the SPC Tournament last spring. Each victory reflects a steady culmination of talent, preparation, and mindset.

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VYPE HIGHLIGHTS: Willis Wildkats Track and Field Meet

VYPE
09 Apr, 2026

On Tuesday, the Willis Wildkats track and field teams competed in a track meet at Grand Oaks high school.

Check out the highlights from the meet below!

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CHANGING OF THE GUARD: Brianna Taylor ushers in a new era at Houston Christian

Matthew Ogle
09 Apr, 2026

Houston Christian High School announces the hiring of Lake Creek GBB Coach Brianna "Bre" Taylor in March 2026

Photo taken by: Bradley C. Collier (VYPE) // Graphic developed by @vypegraphics

Brianna “Bre” Taylor didn’t always envision herself pacing the sideline or leading a classroom. Now, she’ll soon be doing both at Houston Christian, where her presence signals both continuity and a fresh sense of direction.

A Houston native and former guard for the Texas Longhorns, Taylor arrives after a two-year stint as head coach at Lake Creek. She will finish out the current academic year there before transitioning to Houston Christian full-time, taking on a dual role as head coach and English teacher—an intersection she believes is central to building something lasting.

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THE DEFINING 80: UIL Boys Soccer 2025-26 State Final Preview -- College Park vs. Summer Creek (6A D2)

THE DEFINING 80: UIL Boys Soccer 2025-26 State Final Preview -- College Park vs. Summer Creek (6A D2)

THE DEFINING 80: UIL Boys Soccer 2025-26 State Final Preview -- Klein Cain vs. Atascocita (6A D1)

THE DEFINING 80: UIL Boys Soccer 2025-26 State Final Preview -- Klein Cain vs. Atascocita (6A D1)

THE DEFINING 80: UIL Girls Soccer 2025-26 State Final Preview -- Kingwood vs. Forney (6A D2)

THE DEFINING 80: UIL Girls Soccer 2025-26 State Final Preview -- Kingwood vs. Forney (6A D2)

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GAMES

VYPE Live Lineup - Thursday 4/9/26

VYPE Live Lineup - Thursday 4/9/26

6PM - Baseball: Fulshear vs. George Ranch

6PM - Baseball: Fulshear vs. George Ranch

VYPE Live Lineup - Wednesday 4/8/26

VYPE Live Lineup - Wednesday 4/8/26

VYPE Live Lineup - Tuesday 4/7/26

VYPE Live Lineup - Tuesday 4/7/26

7PM - Baseball: Westwood vs. Round Rock, Game 2

7PM - Baseball: Westwood vs. Round Rock, Game 2

7:30PM - Baseball: Vandegrift vs. Manor, Game 2

7:30PM - Baseball: Vandegrift vs. Manor, Game 2

7PM - Boys Lacrosse: Regents vs. St. Michael's

7PM - Boys Lacrosse: Regents vs. St. Michael's

7:30PM - Baseball: Manor New Tech vs. Travis, Game 2

7:30PM - Baseball: Manor New Tech vs. Travis, Game 2

7PM - Baseball: Liberty Hill vs. Lehman, Game 2

7PM - Baseball: Liberty Hill vs. Lehman, Game 2

7PM - Baseball: Cedar Park vs. Lockhart, Game 2

7PM - Baseball: Cedar Park vs. Lockhart, Game 2

5PM - Baseball: Dripping Springs vs. Del Valle, Game 2

5PM - Baseball: Dripping Springs vs. Del Valle, Game 2

7PM - Baseball: Buda Johnson vs. Converse Judson, Game 2

7PM - Baseball: Buda Johnson vs. Converse Judson, Game 2

5PM - Baseball: Bowie vs. Akins, Game 2

5PM - Baseball: Bowie vs. Akins, Game 2

1PM - Baseball: Anderson vs. Liberty Hill

1PM - Baseball: Anderson vs. Liberty Hill

8PM - Boys Lacrosse: Dripping Springs vs. Westlake

8PM - Boys Lacrosse: Dripping Springs vs. Westlake

7PM - Baseball: Austin High vs. San Marcos

7PM - Baseball: Austin High vs. San Marcos

6:30PM - Softball: Aldine vs. Davis

6:30PM - Softball: Aldine vs. Davis

6PM - Baseball: Randle vs. Lamar Consolidated

6PM - Baseball: Randle vs. Lamar Consolidated

7PM - Baseball: Westwood vs. Round Rock, Game 1

7PM - Baseball: Westwood vs. Round Rock, Game 1

7:30PM - Baseball: Vandegrift vs. Manor, Game 1

7:30PM - Baseball: Vandegrift vs. Manor, Game 1

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