Fort Bend ISD March 2026

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Maximiliano Sanchez

O U T C L A W S

KEMPNER COUGARS In the pool, head coach Jameson Frey guided the Cougars back to Regionals, with several swimmers advancing to the UIL 5A State Meet in February. Tyler Thurman once again starred, capturing two gold medals at Regionals (four total), while Holly Finley earned four medals of her own. Jackson Vogel and Allyson Ortiz helped round out a roster known for its widespread prowess. Moving over to the turf, Ezequiel Garcia’s boys soccer team chases a share of the District 22-5A title with Victoria West, potentially Kempner’s first since 2022. Junior forward Maximiliano Sanchez leads the charge, flanked by midfielder Edlan Narvaez, center back Pedro Noriega, and goalkeeper Esteban Rodriguez. The Lady Cougars, meanwhile, secured their seventh consecutive playoff berth behind sophomore midfielder Sophie Borjon, junior Gabrielle Reumont, and senior goalkeeper Maria Fernandez. Basketball also showcased Kempner’s balance and promise. The boys reached the postseason for a fourth straight year, finishing 17-16 and advancing to the Area Round under head coach Jeff Whitaker. Jayden Hopkins (Jr. G), Isaac Sugut (So. G), and senior Isaiah Washington were key contributors. The girls improved to 13-19, including a 4-10 district mark, fueled by District MVP Latavia White (Sr. G) and the steady production of Nia McWilliams (Sr. G) and Zorriyah Bolden (Jr. G). Spring figures to be equally profitable for the Cougars. Softball looks to earn its first playoff berth since 2019, anchored by UCLA commit Sydney Hatch (Sr. OF), Natalie Hernandez (Sr. MIF), and Torri Medrano on the mound. Baseball remains youthful, but Alex Lara (Jr. SS), Owen Graf (Jr. UT), and Mohammad Ibrahim (So. OF) are already leaving their mark. Senior sprinter Gbolahan Oyetunji spearheads track & field, joined by Ayana Williams, Shaniya Singleton, Rex Dike, Rahlon Barber, and Ma’zanae McWilliams. The golf program continues to trend upward with increased numbers.

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