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The featured standouts of the 2026-27 C.E. King Lady Panthers basketball team.
READY FOR THE GAUNTLET: A Loaded District Sets the Stage for No. 8 C.E. King to Make Noise
No. 8 C.E. King Panthers
A 30-win season has put C.E. King firmly on the radar in Houston-area girls basketball. Following an impressive 30-8 showing that featured a district runner-up finish and an Area Round appearance, head coach Alexandra Bowman’s squad has its sights set on taking another step forward.
Seniors Tiana Patterson, Ja’myah Crout and Jaelyn Blackshire provide a veteran presence, while junior Skylar Conway, the team’s leading returning scorer, figures to be a focal point offensively. Sophomore Mia Zuniga is another name to watch as she prepares to assume an expanded role.
The challenge? Navigating a loaded district featuring back-to-back state champion Summer Creek and a formidable North Shore squad. Consistency will be paramount against that level of competition, but the Panthers have already demonstrated their ability to compete at a high level.
With valuable postseason experience under their belts, C.E. King has plenty of reasons to aim higher in 2026-27.
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The featured standouts of the 2026-27 Katy Jordan Lady Warriors basketball team.
NO CEILING IN SIGHT: No. 9 Jordan Sets Its Sights Even Higher After Historic Playoff Breakthrough
No. 9 Jordan Warriors
The Jordan Warriors reached new heights last season, posting a 25-8 record (12-4 in district) en route to a historic third-round playoff appearance.
Having surpassed 250 career wins, head coach Shalesha Pierce has established an impressive precedent for a program eager to build on its recent breakthrough. Senior guard Carlie Lewis, an East Central University commit, returns alongside fellow senior Natalie Epstein, providing the Warriors with veteran experience in the backcourt and frontcourt, respectively.
Meanwhile, sophomore Tessa Arnoldi and junior post Toni Ademuwagun figure to assume expanded roles as Jordan looks to replace key production without sacrificing its competitive edge. Last year's postseason showing was more than a milestone — it was a statement of the program's potential.
The standard has been raised, and Pierce's squad now faces the challenge of proving that its historic ascent was only the beginning.