Pushing to Persevere

Texas interception results in triumph against Mount Pleasant

Story by Kunan Anjum, Editor-in-Chief

October 17, 2025

Running back Ahmad Moore charges toward the end zone, scoring a touchdown for the Texas Tigers and leading the them to victory. On Oct. 17, 2025, the Tigers faced Mount Pleasant at Tiger Stadium at Grim Park, securing a victory of 21-15.

Just as the crowd begins to settle post-homecoming festivities, the tiger spirit roars to the max as the Texas Tigers make way onto the field, ready to claim their victory. On Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, the Tigers faced Mount Pleasant at Tiger Stadium at Grim Park.

Courtesy of the offensive line, the Tigers were able to end the first quarter strong by catching a lead on Mount Pleasant, with a score of 14-3.

“I think offense showed up to the challenge,” running back Ahmad Moore said. “We had a good first two drives, and we started the game plan by just taking what the defense gave us.”

Moving into halftime, the Tigers finished the first half of the game with a score of 14-9. Despite receiving resistance from Mount Pleasant, the Tigers successfully triumphed through the majority of the plays within the first half.

The third quarter showcased the Tigers’ drive with an interception from defensive back Markus Hall, ultimately saving the match from Mount Pleasant triumph. With a score of 21-15 in both the third and fourth quarters of the game, players agree that the interception saved the match, resulting in the Tigers’ victory.

“I was able to accomplish this by listening to my coaches, listening now for the plays, reading keys and watching the quarterback,” Hall said. “The ball was just coming a little slow, so I just had to take it before he caught it.”

Concluding the night with a score of 21-15, the Tigers’ record now sits at 7-1. Texas will leave to play Jacksonville on Oct. 31, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.

About the Contributors

Kunan Anjum, Editor-in-Chief

Despite nearly being decimated by his ungodly workload from junior year, Kunan Anjum is boldly stepping back into his position as a second-year Editor-in-Chief and a third-year staff member of the Tiger Times Online student newspaper. Unfortunately, Anjum dropped the majority of his other extracurricular activities upon selling his soul to Texas High Publications; however, he remains a member of the National Honor Society, Quill & Scroll and HOSA. Anjum was unable to build the program back to its former glory and secure a Pacemaker last season. Still, he’s looking forward to giving it another shot this year in hopes of making his idol, Laura Spicher, proud. Contrary to the no-life & try-hard allegations, Anjum does in fact have a life outside of school. Some of his favorite activities include hanging out with friends at coffee shops instead of studying, listening to Skid Row on full volume, and contributing to the ongoing overconsumption epidemic by feeding his insatiable shopping addiction. As for future plans, Anjum is torn between Vanderbilt University and UT Austin (hook ‘em horns), and though he thought he knew what he wanted to major in, Anjum remains unsure as college application season approaches. Despite the existential dread and growing pains, Anjum looks forward to making the most of his senior year and a successful comeback for THS Publications.

Leah Crow, Photographer

Leah Crow is a junior at Texas High School and returning for her second year on the publications staff as a visual journalist and also a first year staff member of Yearbook. She has a strong passion for storytelling through photography and has received recognition at both the state and national levels for her work. Leah is also a proud member of the Texas Imagemaker Team, which honors the top student photographers in Texas. Outside of publications, she enjoys spending time with friends, playing softball, listening to music, and learning new things. Leah is excited to continue growing as a photojournalist and capturing the moments that make this year special.