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The student news site of Kingwood Park High School

KP TIMES

The student news site of Kingwood Park High School

KP TIMES

Kendall Daniel, 11, competes against The Woodlands on Nov. 13. They won the game 71-41. The team started the season 17-0.

Daniel returns from knee surgery in time for basketball, softball

Khamille Jones, Staff Writer January 13, 2021

Quarantine has been anything but uneventful for junior Kendall Daniel. In June, Daniel underwent knee surgery for a torn meniscus. In September, she committed to play softball at the University of Houston. Now...

Skylar Suggitt clears the bar during a practice at the Bay Area Pole Vault Academy. The senior started pole vaulting as a freshman in high school.

Reaching new heights

Crosslin Silcott, Editor-In-Chief December 10, 2020

With only a 13-foot pole to help lift her, senior Skylar Suggitt hurls herself more than 11 feet in the air. Her sprint down the runway and the precision of planting the pole perfectly in the 8 inch box...

Senior linebacker Wyatt Sheppard takes a break during an offensive series in the 27-18 win against Santa Fe on Nov. 19.

Linebacker leads by example in senior season

Gabby Norman, Managing Editor December 4, 2020

Wyatt Sheppard’s major philosophy on the football field is to put his teammates first. After that, everything will fall into place. The senior linebacker has been a three-year varsity player. As one...

After a successful day at Atascocita Golf Club, Kane Anderson, 9, JD McComb, 9, Jett Endsley, 11,  and Austin Eagan, 10, celebrate together. Anderson finished 17th, McComb finished 9th, Endsley took 8th and Eagan finished 10th during the Oct. 15 competition.

Low scores highlight strong start for golfers

Maria Landy Garcia, Photo Editor October 27, 2020

When the coronavirus struck, most sports were put on hold as they were unable to practice and compete. Golf was an exception. Due to it being an individual sport, they were able to keep playing and take...

During fifth period practice, the varsity football players work on drills to prepare for their season opener this weekend against Pasadena South Houston. The team played a scrimmage last weekend.

Football team ready for Saturday night kickoff

Gabby Norman, Managing Editor September 22, 2020

As the first kickoff nears, varsity football player Xander Aguilar is growing increasingly excited. The junior was disappointed with the season being pushed back, but believes in the long run this could...

Swim coach John Dissinger works out in the natatorium before school starts. Dissinger trains in his free time for open water races. Last April, he signed up to swim in a race from San Francisco to Alcatraz Island, which is supposed to be held in September.

Teachers use workouts to lose weight, stay fit

Crosslin Silcott, Features Editor April 22, 2020

With the amount of hours teachers and coaches spend at school, it is often difficult for them to find time to focus on their own personal fitness. Many have additional after-school commitments and families...

Freshman Josie Winters is introduced to the crowd as Kingwood Park's name is announced at the Kingwood Invitational earlier this year.

Winters finds niche in gymnastics

Sara Geiger, Editor-In-Chief April 14, 2020

Gymnastics coach Justin James introduced each school over the speakers in Kingwood High School’s gymnasium as the women’s gymnastics teams from surrounding high schools lined up to pose for the crowd...

Senior Jacob Bruce dribbles away from a Sharpstown player earlier this year. The Panthers were eliminated by Sharpstown one game away from State last year but avenged that loss this season. The boys were undefeated and dominated the district prior to the season being suspended.

Soccer teams await word on future of seasons

Gabby Norman, Sports Editor April 2, 2020

With major events in the sporting world postponed, it was no surprise when UIL suspended athletic activities until at least May 4. Campuses are closed and teams are unable to meet, leaving the boys...

Kristi Selva stands next to her sons Cristian Selva, 10, and Armando Selva, 12, during halftime of the Feb. 14 boys soccer game. The team honored Selva, who is going through cancer treatments this spring.

Selvas appreciate support from KPARK family

Bailey Ricker, Staff Writer March 31, 2020

For over 11 years, the three Selva siblings Gabriela, Cristian and Armando have been active in soccer. Their parents have always been supportive of their soccer careers. They help drive the kids to push...

Senior Jacob Allen competes in the 400m wheelchair race on Feb. 24. While the season has been suspended, Allen has continued practicing at the Kingwood Middle track to stay in shape and prepare. He will compete at the University of Arizona next year, with his ultimate goal of competing in the 2024 Paralympic Games.

Allen sets sights on college, Olympic success

Gabby Norman, Sports Editor March 25, 2020

Senior Jacob Allen has crossed the sea in order to compete in races all over the world, and he credits his success to one thing - his pre-race meal of chocolate cake. “I eat chocolate cake every time,”...

Freshman Cameron Maxey and junior Juan Garcia work out during class.  
Each sport rotated through the weight room on certain days so all teams could take advantage of it.

Renovations improve weight program for all sports

Gabby Norman, Sports Editor March 16, 2020

For three months, a plan for one of Kingwood Park’s newest renovations was in the works. Finished in just two weeks, a brand new weight room has created excitement for athletic director Clayton Maple...

Junior Maddie Sandquist heads to Regionals in hopes of earning her third trip to the state championships. Sandquist earned her 100th victory this season.

Five wrestlers advance to Regionals

Crosslin Silcott, Features Editor February 13, 2020

Sophomore Gabby Norman began wrestling as a freshman. Inspired by her dad who wrestled in high school, she said it’s pretty special that they share the same sport. Norman was one of 26 wrestling team...

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