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One of the seniors who has helped make an impact to the Parish Episcopal Panthers' football team over the last two seasons includes safety Dylan Davis. After a couple of successful seasons in the Panthers uniform, Davis has made his commitment to play collegiate football at Ole Miss official by signing his National Letter of Intent. VYPE DFW was able to catch up with Davis regarding his decision in an exclusive interview.
A two-time TAPPS state champion, Davis had no trouble fitting in on the Panthers squad. Always full of life and energy, the safety put all of his effort into not only being a great asset to the team, but also being one of the leaders that others could look to when necessary. With a passion for the sport and the dedication to go far, Davis played an integral role on the Panthers' team during his junior and senior seasons. After signing with Ole Miss football, VYPE DFW interviewed Davis about his time with Parish and what led him to his decision:
The decision to leave home isn't always an easy one. What impacted your decision to choose Ole Miss when considering your college career?
"Ole Miss has always been appealing to me because of the atmosphere, location, and the history of the football program."
What has been your favorite memory with Parish Episcopal?
"My favorite memory as a Panther was definitely winning state this year. We had such a close group of seniors and it made it that much sweeter when holding the trophy."
How long have you been playing football? Who got you into the sport?
"I've been playing football since I could run. My dad had signed me up for little league and I instantly fell in love with the sport and everything that comes with it."
What professional athlete do you look up to and why?
"Growing up playing quarterback led me to idolize Aaron Rodgers. He wasn't highly recruited and had to earn everything he has achieved as a professional. I have always been drawn to that."
What has been your biggest accomplishment in your high school career?
"My biggest accomplishment would have to be the part I played on the football team these last two years at Parish."
As you prepare for the NCAA, what goals do you have?
"A goal of mine heading into college is to find my place on a new team and earn a role where I can contribute and help my team succeed."
Do you have a game day routine that you stick to?
"I follow the same routine every game. I eat the same meal and I have a couple of songs that I have to listen to before each game starts."
What do you do in the offseason to ensure that your skills are sharp for the next season?
"My offseason consists of working out and training, but I'm also competing in lacrosse as well."
What is your mindset going into each new season?
"My mindset going into each season is just trying to learn and improve as much as I can week in and week out."
In your opinion, what has been the secret to your success?
"The secret to my success, I think, is my football IQ. I see the game in ways that not everyone can and it has helped me reach each play from safety."
In your opinion, what has been the secret to your team's success?
"The key to my team's success was the work we put in during the offseason. This was a result of upperclassmen leadership and a brotherhood where we kept each other accountable."
Davis continued to work hard throughout his junior and senior seasons on a dominant Parish Panthers squad. While he prepares for college, he is playing lacrosse for Parish- be sure you catch him in action and keep an eye on him once he puts on a Rebels' jersey.
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Check out our Top 25. Also, check out our team-by-team analysis as we breakdown the Who's Who of H'Town baseball over the next few weeks.
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VYPE’s PUBLIC SCHOOL BASEBALL TOP 20
No. 1 Pearland Oilers
No. 2 The Woodlands Highlanders
No. 3 Ridge Point Panthers
No. 4 Friendswood Mustangs
No. 5 Tompkins Falcons
No. 6 Lake Creek Lions
No. 7 Grand Oaks Grizzlies
No. 8 Cy Woods Wildcats
No. 9 Strake Jesuit Crusaders
No. 10 Oak Ridge War Eagles
No. 11 Katy Tigers
No. 12 Crosby Cougars
No. 13 Kingwood Mustangs
No. 14 Deer Park Deer
No. 15 Clear Creek Wildcats
No. 16 El Campo Ricebirds
No. 17 Cypress Ranch Mustangs
No. 18 Cy-Fair Bobcats
No. 19 Tomball Cougars
No. 20 LaPorte Bulldogs
No. 21 Barbers Hill Eagles
No. 22 Summer Creek Bulldogs
No. 23 Magnolia West Mustangs
No. 24 Katy Taylor Mustangs
No. 25 Lamar Texans
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Others to Watch…
Bellaire Cardinals
Bridgeland Bears
Foster Falcons
Huffman Hargrave
Magnolia Bulldogs
Milby Buffs
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Northwest ISD Athletics
The Northwest Lady Texans basketball program has been working their way through their season with an intensity on the court that hasn't been matched by many others. As the team continues to battle in the playoffs, VYPE DFW takes a dive into their season so far and what fans can expect moving forward.
Regular Season Play
Jumping back on track this season, the Lady Texans have been a force to be reckoned with on the court. With determination and skill, Northwest has taken every opportunity to prove themselves and show that they belong playing against the best in the state. Using adversity and challenges in preseason play to their advantage, the Lady Texans posted wins over the likes of Flower Mound Marcus, Abilene Cooper, San Antonio Brandeis, Grapevine, Frisco Emerson, and more as they sharpened their skills for district play.
Throughout district, the team fought hard while defeating Saginaw, Aledo, Mesquite Poteet, Frisco Centennial, Azle, Granbury, and more. Finishing third in their district with a 7-5 district record, the Lady Texans knew what that nothing was going to be handed to them in the playoffs. More importantly, the Lady Texans knew the kind of hard work it would take for them to continue to succeed.
UIL Playoffs
So far in the playoffs, Northwest has not slowed down or looked back as they took on their opponents. First up, the Lady Texans went head-to-head with Arlington Heights where they were able to post a 50-34 victory in order to make it to the next round. Most recently, the Lady Texans went up against a strong Argyle squad. In a back and forth, hard-fought match, the Lady Texans were able to post the narrow 37-35 victory over the Lady Eagles.
Advancing to the regional quarterfinals can only mean great things for the Lady Texans- even if they must stay focused and be more determined than ever to face off against an incredible Mansfield Timberview squad. The two teams are set to face off on Tuesday, February 21st with the winner heading to the regional semifinals.
What To Expect
The team has continued to play with tenacity and drive on the court. Fans can expect the Lady Texans to be sharp against Mansfield Timberview on Tuesday as they look to continue advancing in the UIL Girls Basketball Playoffs. Focus, determination, and smart playing has gotten the Lady Texans this far and it's sure to continue through the final whistle of their final game. Be sure to catch these ladies in action, you aren't going to want to miss a single moment of them on the court.
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