Oregon commit Stephon Johnson is eager to give the Ducks a preview of what he can do for their offense as a member of the DeSoto football team. It was in late April when word that Johnson, a 6-foot, 175-pound wide receiver, left Lancaster for DeSoto made the rounds. “Being told Oregon commit WR Stephon […]
Three-star WR Wilson transfers to state semifinalist Duncanville
Three-star wide receiver Phaizon Wilson has found a new home in what is known as the “District of Doom,” having left Lancaster for state semifinalist Duncanville. Wilson’s presence is likely to give the Tigers’ offense another head-turning weapon. The program compiled a 10-1 record in 2020. “[Wilson’s] a big time player,” a user posted on […]
By John Suayan | Jul 13, 2021
Tracy Perez-Petersen steps down as Arlington Martin volleyball coach
Legendary Arlington Martin volleyball coach Tracy Perez-Petersen has stepped down from her post amid rumors she is set to take a girls coordinator position at Jobe Middle School in nearby Mansfield. “Big changes are happening,” the school posted on Twitter. “Thank you to Coach Tracy Perez-Petersen for your 25 years of dedication to the Warrior […]
By John Suayan | Jul 13, 2021
Luster succeeds retired boss Jackson at North Forney
Randy Jackson has capped a half-decade career with North Forney by retiring from the head football coach and athletic director positions. In Forney reported that assistant head coach Eric Luster has been tabbed his boss’s successor. “So many people I want to thank for this opportunity,” Luster tweeted on July 9 following his promotion. “First […]
By John Suayan | Jul 13, 2021
Little Elm transfer Brooks commits to Ohio State
Four-star prep cornerback Terrance Brooks has been a busy young man this summer. Not only is he looking to...
By John Suayan | Jul 15, 2021
‘One of our own’: Plano East alumna McCutcheon transfers to West Virginia
Plano East Senior High alumna Maya McCutcheon has moved eastward by transferring to West Virginia University...
By John Suayan | Jul 14, 2021
DeSoto guard Thompson pledges to Ole Miss
In what could be considered a flashpoint in the rivalry between Ole Miss and Mississippi State, DeSoto girls basketball floor general Ayanna Thompson chose to be a Rebel. Thompson, who is fresh from helping guide the Lady Eagles to the 2021 Class 6A title, was at the center of a recruiting tug-of-war between the two […]
By John Suayan | Jul 13, 2021
Three-star DL Scarlett joins 4A state champion Argyle
One of the Metroplex’s best private school football players has joined a state defending champion in the region. The Denton Record-Chronicle reported that three-star defensive lineman Jadon Scarlett transferred to Class 4A Division I state champion Argyle from Coram Deo. Scarlett arrives at Argyle as a two-time All-State TAAPS defensive lineman. He showed off the […]
By John Suayan | Jul 13, 2021
Arlington OL Waller pledges to SMU on Fourth of July
Arlington senior-to-be offensive lineman Jacob Waller had a Fourth of July to remember as he committed to SMU on the nation’s 245th birthday. The web site 247Sports reported that the 6-foot-5-inch, 284-pound Waller’s visit to the school just half an hour from his front doorstep last month was impressive enough to elicit a pledge to […]
By John Suayan | Jul 13, 2021
Allen ISD names Wilson new Eagles skipper
Jason Wilson has taken the reins of the Allen Eagles baseball team after six years at the helm at Lovejoy. Wilson expressed his gratitude for his new position in a Tweet on July 6. “Thank you Kim Garner and Allen ISD for this tremendous opportunity,” Allen’s new skipper posted. “I am so excited to build […]
By John Suayan | Jul 13, 2021
Red Oak hires Holmes to lead Hawks football program
Red Oak’s search for a replacement for departed head football coach Michael Quintero quickly yielded a successor in Antonio “Tony” Holmes. Matt Stepp, a reporter for Dave Campbell’s Texas Football, on July 8 reported that Red Oak ISD hired the now-former DeSoto defensive coordinator more than a week after Quintero’s departure for Cedar Park. “BREAKING: […]
By John Suayan | Jul 13, 2021
Four-star Garland safety Biddle commits to SMU
Garland senior-to-be safety Chace Biddle pledged to SMU earlier this month. The four-star defensive back just had two words to say when announcing his commitment to the program just 20 minutes from his home. “Let’s ride,” Biddle Tweeted on July 7. The web site Rivals reported that he chose SMU over 16 other schools, eschewing […]
By John Suayan | Jul 13, 2021
FW North Crowley DE Austin verbally commits to Colorado
Fort Worth North Crowley senior-to-be defensive end Aaron Austin verbally committed to Colorado earlier this month. The Denver Post reported that the 6-foot-2-inch, 240-pound Austin is another Lone Star State addition – the sixth – for the Buffaloes. “Committed to the University of Colorado,” CU’s tenth Class of 2022 recruit Tweeted on July 6. Ranked […]
By John Suayan | Jul 13, 2021
Rockwall-Heath alumna Wheeler ‘blessed’ to matriculate with University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff
Former Rockwall-Heath Hawks girls soccer team member Halley Wheeler’s euphoria couldn’t be contained when...
By John Suayan | Jul 9, 2021
Rockwall graduate Lyon ‘will continue her academic, soccer career at Richland College’
To further her academic and athletic career, fresh Rockwall High School graduate Lesley Lyon will just have...
By John Suayan | Jul 8, 2021
‘So proud’: Prosper’s Lonteen commits to Jacksonville State University
Former Prosper Eagles girls soccer team member Laleh Lonteen will head to Alabama in the fall to attend and...
By John Suayan | Jul 7, 2021
Richland College secures commitment from Wylie graduate Gilbert
Richland College’s women’s soccer program secured homegrown talent in the form of Wylie graduate Emery Gilbert. Gilbert, formerly a midfielder for the Wylie Lady Pirates, officially committed to the Dallas-area community college in May. “Wylie High celebrated five more student-athletes who are headed to the next level,” Wylie ISD posted on Facebook on May 19. […]
By John Suayan | Jul 5, 2021
Cremeans continues ‘dream of playing college ball’ at Central Christian College
Recent Carrollton Newton Smith graduate Parker Cremeans dreamt of playing at the college level. He will soon...
By John Suayan | Jun 28, 2021
Midlothian boys soccer team sends three to next level
The Midlothian Panthers boys soccer team is sending three 2021 graduates to the college ranks, with Will Blevins heading north of the Red River and Zeke Compton and Johnny Hill continuing as teammates close to home. Former Midlothian defenseman Blevins will matriculate with and play for Oklahoma Wesleyan University in Bartlesville, Okla., while Southwestern Assemblies […]
By John Suayan | Jun 27, 2021
Trio of fresh Plano grads moves on to college ranks
The Plano Senior High Wildcats boys soccer program has three now-graduated players who look to continue their athletic careers at the college level. Former midfielders Caiden Chapel and Jonathan Cui have confirmed their pledges to schools on opposite coasts while ex-goalie Esteban Rodriguez is going to stay closer to home. Chapel is set to attend […]
By John Suayan | Jun 27, 2021