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Lady Warriors Celebrate Season of Growth at Basketball Awards Banquet

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The Cypress Christian School Lady Warriors gathered on March 22, 2026, to celebrate the conclusion of the basketball season during the annual team awards banquet. While individual accomplishments were recognized, the evening focused on something even greater—a season defined by growth, resilience and a commitment to glorifying God.

Entering the season, the Lady Warriors embraced the understanding that rebuilding would require patience, perseverance and faith. Through every practice, every game and every challenge, the team continued to grow stronger together. As the season progressed, their improvement became evident not only in their performance on the court but also in the character and unity they displayed as teammates.

Throughout the year, the program rallied around the theme “For the Glory of God.” More than a slogan, it became the team’s purpose and identity. Every practice, every game and every opportunity to compete became a chance to honor Christ through effort, humility and teamwork.

“This season wasn’t defined by our record—it was defined by the way these young women chose to grow, encourage one another and keep Christ at the center of everything they did,” said the coaching staff. “Watching this team embrace the theme ‘For the Glory of God’ and live it out every day made this one of the most rewarding seasons we’ve experienced.”

The coaching staff also recognized the graduating seniors, thanking them for their leadership and the legacy they leave behind.

“Once you’re a Lady Warrior, you’ll always be a Lady Warrior,” the coaches shared. “We’re proud of the women you’ve become, and we know you’ll continue to honor God wherever He leads you next.”

For the returning players, the banquet served as both a celebration and a reminder that this season marked the beginning of something special. The foundation has been established, and the growth displayed throughout the year points to an exciting future for the Lady Warriors basketball program.

The evening concluded by recognizing players whose dedication, leadership and performance made a lasting impact on the program.

Junior Varsity Team Awards

  • Timothy Award: Cora Aguirre

  • Sportsmanship Award: Keira Strange

  • Warrior Award: Allie Kate Stovall

  • Most Improved Player: Ava Rizzutto

  • Defensive Player of the Year: Mallory Fivecoat

  • Offensive Player of the Year: Faith Laidlaw

  • Most Valuable Player: Michaela Smith

Varsity Team Awards

  • Timothy Award: Abigail Abbott

  • Sportsmanship Award: Erica Davenport

  • Warrior Award: Evan Neelen

  • Most Improved Player: Kyra Davis

  • Defensive Player of the Year: Audrey Petru

  • Offensive Player of the Year: Lydia Duphorne

  • Most Valuable Player: Zoie Lillie

District & State Honors

Congratulations to the Lady Warriors who earned postseason recognition for their outstanding play:

  • First Team All-District: Zoie Lillie

  • Second Team All-District: Abigail Abbott, Kyra Davis and Erica Davenport

  • District Honorable Mention: Evan Neelen

  • State Honorable Mention: Zoie Lillie

Congratulations to the entire Lady Warriors basketball program on a season marked by faith, perseverance and growth. The future is bright as these student-athletes continue to pursue excellence both on and off the court while playing For the Glory of God.

Cypress Christian School Celebrates Six Student-Athletes on National Signing Day

Cypress Christian School National Signing Day

Cypress Christian School proudly celebrated National Signing Day on Wednesday, February 4, recognizing six student-athletes who committed to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. This milestone reflects years of dedication, perseverance and excellence both in the classroom and in competition.

The following CCS student-athletes signed to compete at the next level:

  • Brayden Dawson – East Texas Baptist University (Football)
  • Croix Farmer – Seminole State Junior College (Baseball)
  • Ava Gonzalez – Texas A&M University (Archery)
  • Zoie Lillie – Russell Sage College (Basketball)
  • Audrey Petrowski – Oklahoma Baptist University (Softball)
  • Ryu Tomita – Hulman Institute of Technology (Football)


Nationally, only about 7 percent of high school athletes go on to compete in college athletics. In a senior class of 70 students, these six Warriors represent 9 percent of the Class of 2026, an impressive reflection of the strength of CCS athletics and the commitment of its student-athletes.

Beyond athletic achievement, these students exemplify the values Cypress Christian School strives to instill: discipline, character, leadership and a pursuit of excellence that honors Christ. Their accomplishments are the result of countless hours of hard work, support from families and coaches and a school community dedicated to developing the whole student.

Cypress Christian School congratulates these six Warriors and looks forward to cheering them on as they represent CCS at the collegiate level.

Eleven Cypress Christian School Student-Athletes Sign to Compete at the Collegiate Level

CCS College Signing Day – Cypress Christian School

Cypress Christian School proudly celebrates 11 student-athletes who have signed National Letters of Intent to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. These signings represent years of dedication, perseverance and commitment to excellence both in competition and in the classroom, and they reflect the strength of CCS athletics and its mission to develop well-rounded student leaders.

Spring Signing Celebration

During a recent signing ceremony, six CCS athletes committed to compete at the next level:

  • Carson Basham – University of Oklahoma (Gymnastics)

  • Tucker Goodall – Ouachita Baptist University (Track & Field)

  • John Kelly – University of Kansas (Football)

  • Grayson Petru – Sam Houston State University (Golf)

  • Gavin Snyder – Eastern Illinois University (Track & Field)

  • Madeline Talkington – Stephen F. Austin University (Soccer)


Additional Collegiate Commitments

Two more Warriors later joined the list of collegiate signees:

  • Megan Smith – Angelina College (Softball)

  • Maximus Supplee – Hillsdale College (Football)


Final Signing Additions

The CCS athletics community recently celebrated three additional seniors who finalized their college commitments:

  • Tristan Fokken – Nelson University (Baseball)

  • Warren Haudek – Dallas College Mountain View (Baseball)

  • Kolton Kurek – Georgia Gwinnett College (Basketball)


A Remarkable Achievement for the Class

With these signings, 11 members of the senior class will go on to compete in college athletics, representing more than 14 percent of the graduating class. Nationally, only a small percentage of high school athletes advance to collegiate competition, making this accomplishment especially noteworthy.

These student-athletes exemplify the values Cypress Christian School seeks to instill in every student: discipline, perseverance, humility, teamwork and a commitment to honoring Christ in all they do. Their achievements are a testament to countless hours of training, support from families and coaches and a school community dedicated to nurturing both athletic and academic excellence.

Cypress Christian School congratulates these Warriors and looks forward to cheering them on as they represent CCS at the next level.

Campus Closed – Cypress Christian School

School resumes Tuesday, January 27, 2026, as scheduled.