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PRESS RELEASE: Willis HS Athletics Hosting Texas Way Sportsmanship Assembly After Cleveland Incident
Willis, TX – Willis High School will be hosting a sportsmanship assembly for all student-athletes following the unsportsmanlike incident at a recent football game against Cleveland High School. Looking to turn that negative incident into a learning opportunity, school leadership has invited player development coach Stephen Mackey, founder of 2Words Character Development, to meet with the student-athletes about The Texas Way, a statewide sportsmanship initiative launched in partnership with the Texas High School Coaches Association and Texas High School Athletic Directors Association.
The curriculum of the Texas Way focuses on three pillars:
- Respect for Others: The Texas Way teaches respect that goes beyond the scoreboard. It’s about who we are, not what others do.
- Control of Self: This pillar is about maintaining composure and grace, especially when the stakes are high. The Texas Way encourages handling challenges with class.
- Spirit of Competition: We’re here to win, but not at the cost of integrity. The Texas Way promotes giving your best effort while holding true to your values.
WHO: Willis High School football coach & athletic director, Trent Miller and Stephen Mackey, founder of 2Words Character Development
WHAT: Texas Way Sportsmanship Assembly for all student-athletes
WHEN: Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Willis High School
Willis, TX 77378
**Everyone must check in at the front office
WHY: To make good sportsmanship a way of life throughout the state
NOTES:
- Please RSVP to Kirk Reynolds, kirkreynoldspr@gmail.com, if you plan to cover the assembly.
- Trent Miller, Stephen Mackey and Willis ISD Superintendent Dr. Kimberley James will be available for interviews after the assembly.
ONE OF THE BOYS: Mentado-Perez living up to family name
WHY IS CHELSEA MENTADO-PEREZ SO GOOD AT SOCCER?
Well, she has a theory.
The junior mid-fielder is the only girl in a family of four siblings, who all played soccer.
“Growing up with three brothers can be frustrating, but makes you tough,” she laughed. “They are always messing with me, but they have made me a better soccer player. I never wanted to sit and watch them play as their sister, so I grew up playing soccer on boys teams. I’ve been like that since I was little. I always wanted to play.”
She, like her older brothers, have played varsity since her freshman year. Her little brother is a freshman and also plays varsity soccer.
With a high soccer IQ, it’s no surprise that she is the quarterback on the field.
“I love to move the ball around the field and get my teammates involved as a mid- fielder,” she said. “I just see the field really well and love to attack the defense by setting my attackers up for success.”
Her play as a sophomore was paramount in the team’s success as they made the postseason for the first time since moving up to the Class 6A classification. The ‘Kats won a playoff game against Aldine to advance to the Area Round.
This season, Mentado-Perez is the team’s leading scorer as they chase a playoff spot.
“I love this team and playing with all my friends,” she said. “Our chemistry is so good, and we just treat each other with respect. Everyone says it, but we are really a family.”
Off the pitch, she loves to go on walks with her animals, watching car movies and listening to anything that “relaxes” her.
“I’m a very hyper, outdoorsy person,” she laughed. “I love to listen to chill music to call me down sometimes.”
Again, she’s just one of the boys.