Behind Chris Saiz’s Smile

Ana Gutierrez, Entertainment Editor
June 16, 2013

On Saturday, June 8, joyous eyes watched 713 caps fly into the air as the hands from which they came waved farewell to high school years. When the time, graduation, finally came, I delighted in the fact that most of the faces I saw, I recognized. Every name rang a bell. But, there was one face missing:... Read more »

Boys basketball looks to rebound from difficult year

Joe Goodwin, Staff Writer
November 5, 2012

The sound of whistles, sneakers squeaking, and players sprinting back on defense echo throughout the gym during the boys varsity basketball practice. With a month until tryouts, the team is preparing for the upcoming season. Last year’s team not only had to deal with a difficult schedule, but also... Read more »

9 boys, girls basketball players selected for all-district

Shaun Lal, Sports Editor
March 8, 2012

The 2011-2012 all-district selections for 19-5A boys’ basketball were announced on Wednesday, Mar. 7, and three Cinco Ranch players were awarded with the honor. Senior forwards Garrett Wilson and Kyle Douglas were selected for the all-district first and second team, respectively. With both playing... Read more »

Playing in memory of Christopher Rey Saiz

Shaun Lal, Sports Editor
February 9, 2012

As his parents unleashed three white doves, and his friends freed personal messages expressed on balloons, the memory of Chris Saiz radiated through the gathering at his funeral. And as the balloons soared, Saiz’s soul ascended to meet what those three doves represent: the Father, the Son, and the... Read more »

Basketball team retires Chris Saiz’ jersey

Shaun Lal, Sports Editor
February 8, 2012

At halftime of their home game against Katy on Tuesday, Feb. 7, the varsity basketball team retired late junior point guard Chris Saiz’ #23 jersey. Saiz died in a car accident on Tuesday, Dec. 20, six days before his 17th birthday. The guard earned a starting role during his freshman year, and... Read more »

Boys basketball defeated by buzzer-beater, playoff hopes look slim

Shaun Lal, Sports Editor
February 1, 2012

With the most thrilling fourth quarter of the season so far, Cinco Ranch lost to Taylor 46-45 Tuesday night on a buzzer-beating jumper, putting their playoff chances on a thread. The Cougars led early 11-3 with offensive bursts from senior guards Derrick Jones and Garrett Wilson. Taylor gained momentum,... Read more »

Varsity drops season-opener in OT

November 16, 2011

Garrett Wilson dribbles past a Cy-Ranch defender in the home opener Tuesday night, Nov. 15. The Cougars lost in overtime 62-52.