Alief ISD Fall 2025

PREGAME Dear Alief ISD Community, Just like these blazing summer temps, the Fall 2025 athletics season is already heating up—and we’re just getting started! Even before the first bell rang, our athletes were in action: Volleyball was in full swing, Team Tennis was battling it out on the courts, Cross Country had notched a few early meets, and Football is picking up steam. To say this year started with a bang would be an understatement! As your Athletic Director, I couldn’t be more thrilled to be part of this incredible journey. We’ve hit the ground running this year with a clear mission: to continue to move the needle forward for our student-athletes, coaches, and the entire Alief community. So far this year, we’ve: • Revamped extracurricular eligibility policies to provide greater opportunities for participation, • Launched a Head Coaches Academy to support and grow our coaching staff, • Increased stipends for high school coaches to recognize their dedication, • Expanded sponsorship partnerships to better support our programs. And we’re just getting started.

One of the major upgrades on the horizon is our new press box, coming during the 2025–2026 school year. This will be more than just a facelift—it will enhance our ability to host events like band contests, expand career and technical education opportunities for students, and elevate the overall stadium experience to make it more inclusive and engaging for everyone. We are incredibly thankful for the unwavering support from our parents, families, and community partners. You are the backbone of our programs. There’s truly no place like Alief, and together, we will continue to make it a shining example of what’s possible when a community invests in its students. The energy so far this year has been electrifying, and I cannot wait to see what’s ahead. We invite you to come out and support our student-athletes as they showcase the dedication, discipline, and heart they pour into their sports and activities. Let’s pack the stadiums, gyms, and stands as we continue to GROW INTO GREATNESS!

Go Alief! Marla Brumfield Lewis Director of Athletics