Fort Bend ISD March 2026

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John Newton IV

CLEAR SKIES

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WILLOWRIDGE EAGLES Willowridge Hoops finally turned a corner in 2026, as David Carpentier’s Eagles not only finished third in District 21-4A but also reached the playoffs for the first time since 2013. The undeniable catalyst was junior point guard John Newton IV, who averaged just under 20 points per game. Fellow juniors Nicholas Freeman and Larrious Holland also played key roles, boding well for the squad’s future. The Lady Eagles claimed their second consecutive undefeated district title, advancing to the Area Round before drawing La Vega — a team that would go on to compete in the 4A Division I State Championship. District 21-4A Offensive Player of the Year Madison Davis (Sr. CG) anchored coach Tiffany Collins’s squad, joined by Defensive MVP De’miyah Ward (Sr. C) and first-team all-district selections Kyrah Carter (Sr. SG) and Maeana Lazaga (Sr. G). Boys soccer will be contending with Stafford for a playoff spot under head coach David Parra, while coach JC Wright’s girls club finished the winter just outside postseason contention — with both teams showing significant growth in a short span. Under coaches Christian Hartfield and Courtnie Ratliff, Willowridge Track & Field will look to replicate last year’s strong showing at the District meet, which ultimately propelled several competitors to the 4A Region III Meet. The girls relays are expected to be a particular strength, while individual standouts include Joya Hicks, Jonathan Johnson, Savanna Aguilar, Ashton Jones, Kourtney Penson, and Donovan Iles. Both baseball and softball remain in the process of reasserting themselves within their respective district races, while junior Turner Evans and sophomore Emily Mendez headline head coach David Thomas’s developing Eagles golf program.

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