Friendswood's Chase Richardson (Jr. G)
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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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2025-26 Stratford Girls Basketball
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From there, the Spartans advanced past Heights 47-40 in the Bi-District round before their playoff run ended in the Area Round against Fulshear.
Now in her third year as head coach, Audrisa Harrison (40-24) brings back a healthy mix of juniors and sophomores ready to take the reins this season.
Stratford's Tess StephensonMatt Powell (VYPE)
At the center is 17-6A Co-MVP Tess Stephenson, who averaged 17 points and 5 rebounds per game as a sophomore and earned TGCA All-State and TABC All-Region honors. Harrison notes Stephenson’s ability to score at all levels, paired with court vision and two-way impact, makes her the team’s cornerstone.
Other returning players include Riley O’Connor (Jr. G) and Ava Gibson (So. G), both honorable mention all-district selections. Watch also for Camille Warren, whose relentless motor can shift momentum, and Sophia Prejean, a versatile post/stretch player with high upside.
By all measures, the team’s motto — “Accept the Challenge” —perfectly embodies Stratford’s approach this winter.
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