The Spotlight segment offers an in-depth look at the stories behind the teams, athletes, and coaches who go beyond the game. We highlight acts of character, charitable endeavors, and the inspiring journeys of those who overcome obstacles to succeed both on and off the field. Visit this page to explore these powerful stories that showcase the true spirit of high school sports in Houston.
The Bay City Football program has a long storied tradition, with state titles in 1983 and 2000. But the Black Cats missed the playoffs for nine consecutive seasons before Head Coach Lupe Florez led Bay City back to the postseason last year, in his 2nd season at the helm. Now the Black Cats are looking for even bigger things this season after a 5-1 start to the season.
A number of Strake Jesuit football players helped in the community in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, led by junior OL Grant Bordelon, who gathered teams to demo more than 100 flood-ravaged homes.
The Lamar Football program has earned the nickname "DB High" because of a long lineage of talented defensive backs. The 2017 Texans are carrying on that tradition, led by senior CB Anthony Cook and senior S D'Shawn Jamison.
Clear Springs is coming off of its best season in quite awhile and returns several key players that could make this the best team in the school's history.
The tradition-rich volleyball program at The Woodlands looks to get back to state this season after a pair of losses in the regional final the last two seasons.
Samandra Nail is a former Rockette and a highly accomplished dance instructor for the Silver Star drill team.
Football teams steps forward to help head coach John Snelson rebuild his home after damage from Hurricane Harvey.
In the football-crazed town of East Bernard, the Mighty Brahma Band is working hard to prepare for the upcoming season. With determination and teamwork, the band looks forward to making it far in competition and in state.
