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Kailyn Williams

Kailyn Williams, Sports Editor

Kailyn Williams is a second-year member of the newspaper staff and Sports Editor. She is an overachieving perfectionist, who doesn’t like failing. She is a member of the varsity volleyball team and likes to maintain straight A’s.

All content by Kailyn Williams

[Video] Volleyball banquet

January 31, 2023
Travis Kelce (87) and Patrick Mahomes (15) of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrate after defeating the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20 in the AFC Championship game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023, in Kansas City, Missouri. (David Eulitt/Getty Images/TNS)

Chiefs return to the Super Bowl

January 30, 2023
Super Bowl LVII predictions

[Video] Super Bowl LVII predictions

January 26, 2023
Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills gestures towards the crowd during the third quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Highmark Stadium on Nov. 13, 2022, in Orchard Park, New York. (Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images/TNS)

Hamlin on the road to recovery

January 21, 2023
Junior Tamarcus Gray drives the lane in their game against Tyler High Jan. 13, 2023. The game was suspended after an altercation between the two teams later on in the first quarter.

Altercation throws off basketball season

January 20, 2023
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Avatar: The Way of Water

January 18, 2023
The Georgia Bulldogs claim their second championship crown, back-to-back, after dominating TCU 65-7 Monday, Jan. 9, 2023.

Georgia reign

January 10, 2023
Buffalo Bills players look on after teammate Damar Hamlin (3) collapsed on the field after making a tackle against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first quarter at Paycor Stadium on Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, in Cincinnati. (Dylan Buell/Getty Images/TNS)

Hamlin recovering from collapse

January 6, 2023
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[Photo] Making history . . . again

December 9, 2022
University of Connecticut commit Stephon Castle drives the lane in main event against Duncanville in day two of Hoopfest Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022. Despite Castles 41 point performance, Duncanville took the win 80-76.

The main event

December 6, 2022
Senior Ron Holland of Duncanville celebrates after a fast break dunk in main event of day on of Hoopfest Friday, Dec. 2. The Duncanville Panthers defeated Bartlett 66-51.

Duncanville dominates Bartlett

December 3, 2022
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National Championship shake-up

November 30, 2022
Duncanville returns to Texas High to face the rest of the teams at the Red River Hoopfest Dec. 2 - 3, 2022.

Red River Hoopfest

November 29, 2022
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Stanford goalkeeper Katie Meyer (19) acknowledges the crowd after a 4-1 win against UCLA in a semifinal of the NCAA Womens Soccer College Cup at Avaya Stadium on Dec. 6, 2019, in San Jose, California. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group/TNS)

Meyers family files wrongful death lawsuit

November 28, 2022
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Duncanville dynasty down

November 24, 2022
Seniors Xavier Dangerfield and Trent Kelley celebrate a touchdown against Colleyville. The Tigers defeated 48-23 on Sept. 2, 2022.

The last ride

November 7, 2022
The Tiger football team poses with the district championship trophy after their win over Pine Tree 16-13 Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022. The Tigers will face Terrell in the first round of playoffs at home Friday, Nov. 11, 2022.

Back-to-back-to-back

November 4, 2022
Freshman Taryne Stiger and senior Bella Cherry set up a block in their first round playoff match against Huntsville. The Lady Tigers defeated Huntsville 3-0 and will go on to face Forney in round two Friday, Nov. 4, 2022.

First round sweep

November 2, 2022
The Lady Tigers throw toilet paper into the air after defeating Pleasant Grove Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022. The Tigers defeated their rivals 3-1.

The final stretch

November 1, 2022
Tradarian Ball fails of the endzone during the second quarter in the varsity matchup against Whitehouse on Oct.28, 2022. The Tigers failed to defend their home turf, and their undefeated district win streak for the 2022 season.

Tigers fall to Wildcats at home

October 28, 2022
Sophomore Javari Johnson does high knees in warm-ups for district match against Whitehouse Friday, Oct. 28, 2022. The Tigers will be competing to defend their district championship and keep their home winning streak alive.

Defending the turf

October 28, 2022
Junior Tamarcus Gray receives the ball in game against Marshall, Friday, Oct. 14, 2022. The Tigers defeated the Mavericks 42-35.

Downing the Dragons

October 20, 2022
T.J. Gray fights for the ball against a Marshall Maverick on Oct. 14, 2022 at Tiger Stadium. The Tigers improve their district record to 3-0 with a victory over the Mavericks.

Tigers wrangle the Mavericks

October 14, 2022
Freshman Tradarian Ball kneels on sideline during practice. Ball is first year varsity starter, who has made a big impact on Texas High football.

The playmaker

October 12, 2022
Freshman Kyleigh Perkins attacks a ball in tight match against Mt. Pleasant Friday, Sept. 30, 2022. Texas won the match 3-2.

A close match

October 4, 2022
Texas High Schools Max Likins passes the ball to a teammate on Sept. 27, 2022, during the Tigersharks match against Rockwall.

Making a splash

September 29, 2022
Senior Bella Cherry attacks ball in home match against Tyler. The Lady Tigers swept the Lady Lions 3-0 in their game Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022.

Bring out the brooms

September 23, 2022

Stepping up

September 23, 2022
Red Raiders shackled by Tigers

Red Raiders shackled by Tigers

September 16, 2022
Sophomore liber Carlyn Clack passes a ball in district match against the Longview Lady Lobos. The Tigers swept the Lobos 3-1 in their second district match, making their district record 2-0.

Lady Tigers sweep the Lobos

September 14, 2022
Sophomore David Potter throws a pass in his first varsity game against Benton after the injury of senior quarterback Cody Reese. The Tigers defeated Benton 46-35 Friday, Sept 9,2022.

Next man up

September 14, 2022
Senior Bella Cherry sets a ball in match against Pleasant Grove Aug 23, 2022. The Lady Tigers defeated PG in Cherrys final Texas High rivalry match 3-1.

Cherry bomb

September 12, 2022
Junior CY Hopkins swings at ball against the Whitehouse Lady Wildcats in first district match. The Lady Tigers defeated Whitehouse 3-1 Sept 9, 2022.

Tigers overcome the Lady Cats

September 12, 2022
Tigers stomp the Panthers

Tigers stomp the Panthers

September 3, 2022
Lone Star outshines Texas

Lone Star outshines Texas

August 26, 2022
Hawk hunters

Hawk hunters

August 24, 2022
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The crosstown rivalry

August 22, 2022
The Lady Tigers come together to celebrate a point. The Lady Tigers swept the Lady Panthers 3-0 Aug. 16, 2022.

Tigers best the Panthers

August 16, 2022
Tigers Kiara Martin and Kyleigh Perkins set a block in the game against Gilmer in the Tyler Volleyball Tournament on Aug. 12, 2022.

Tough games in Tyler

August 13, 2022
Junior Mally Lumpkin spikes the ball against the Atlanta defenders for one of her 14 kills in the match with Atlanta High School. The Tigers won their season opener in straight sets (27-25, 25-19, 28-26) in the Tiger Center against Atlanta High School Rabbits on Aug. 9, 2022.

Texas wins home opener

August 9, 2022
Photo illustration: Athletes face multiple stressors, triggering anxiety and depression.

Matter over mind

May 13, 2022
Senior Lauren Allred makes a play from shortstop to first base in varsity softball game. Allreds ability to be a utility player aided her in landing scholarship opportunities.

Ragin’ Cajun

May 2, 2022
Mt. Pleasant sophomore Morgan Hill takes a pitch in her at bat in the first inning of the Tiger vs. Tiger match up Mar 29, 2022 in Texarkana. Mt. Pleasant defeated the Tigers 9-3.

Mt. Pleasant top the Tigers

March 30, 2022
Sophomore Mally Lumpkin throws to sophomore Caitlin Salisbury in the district against against Hallsville March 22. The Lady Bobcats defeated the Lady Tigers 8-3.

The Bobcats best the Tigers

March 28, 2022
Sophomore Mollie Fisher battles Sulphur Springs pitcher Crimson Bryant in the first inning of the game on March 17, 2022. Fishers at-bat lasted nine pitches with an eventual strikeout.

Wildcats sneak by the Tigers

March 19, 2022
Senior Lizzie Smith delivers a pitch to opposing batters of the Pine Tree softball team. Smith struck out 11 batters in the Tigers game against the Pirates at Texas High on March 16, 2022.

Tigers loot Pirates

March 17, 2022
Sophomore Mally Lumpkins waits for the pitch in the game against the Marshall Mavericks. The Lady Tigers won 10-4 in the district opener.

Tigers top Mavericks

March 11, 2022
Time ticks on

Time ticks on

March 1, 2022
Texas High senior Jayden Godwin attempts to reset the play after encountering the Mt. Pleasant defense. The Texas Tigers lost to the Tigers of Mt. Pleasant on Feb. 1, 2022.

Mt. Pleasant beats Texas at home

February 2, 2022
Texas Highs Ashanti Northcross looks over the Longview defense in the second quarter of the game at the Tiger Center on Jan. 28, 2022. The Lady Tigers defeated the Lady Lobos 43-20.

Lady Tigers trounce Lady Lobos

January 29, 2022
Texas Highs Delayna Augustus struggles against the Mt. Pleasant defense on Jan. 7, 2022. The Lady Tigers of Mt. Pleasant gave Texas High their first district loss of the season.

Visiting Tigers defeat Texas High

January 8, 2022
Senior Jalyn Golette attempts a basket against the Sulphur Springs Lady Wildcats on Dec. 17, 2023. The Tiger defense smothered the Lady Wildcat offense leading to a 55-30 victory.

Lady Tigers smother Lady Wildcats

December 21, 2021
Sophomore Cy Hopkins spikes the ball in the game against the North Forney Falcons. The Lady Tigers ended their season falling 23-25 to the Falcons.

Looking forward

November 15, 2021
Runningback Braylon Stewart rushes down the home sideline scoring a touchdown in the third quarter against Houston Fulshear in the 2021 Bi-Distrcit playoff game at Tiger Stadium on Nov. 11. The Tigers defeated the Chargers with a score of 42-14, advancing them to the second round of the playoffs.

Tigers stop the charge

November 12, 2021
Senior Logan Pilgreen reflects on how she was able to become a college athlete early. Pilgreen graduated in December which allowed her to join Stephan F. Austin Universitys soccer team for the spring semester.

She shoots to SFA

November 5, 2021
Senior running back Braylon Stewart rushes for a touch down against the Jacksonville on Oct. 22, 2021. Texas High improved their 2021 season record 7-0 and clinched a playoff berth with the 42-9 victory against the Indians.

Jumping over Jacksonville

October 23, 2021
Two Georgia coaches have been charged with second-degree murder in the death of a 16-year-old who died after practice in the heat.

The ultimate price

September 1, 2021
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