A Winning Spring in SBS Athletics
The spring sports season has wrapped up, and our SBS Eagles soared from the start, leaving everything on the field, court, track, diamond and course. Director of Athletics Mike Walker sang each team’s praises and was there for all the SBS moments.
“In the past few weeks, I have cheered on our Eagles in the playoffs, driving more than 1,500 miles around the state of Texas. From tennis and track in Waco to baseball in San Antonio and softball in Victoria, I can tell you our teams were right up there with the best TAPPS teams in the state. I am so proud of our 11 individual athletes who qualified for state competitions, as well as our softball and baseball teams, who finished near the top of our district, advancing in the state tournament.”
Coach Walker continued, “Special thanks to our coaching staff, who intentionally created meaningful experiences and opportunities for our athletes. As we close the book on another year of SBS athletics, I am truly honored to have a front-row seat to witness the incredible things God is doing on the field and in the lives of our students.”
Softball
The softball team made runs on and off the field. “This spring has been very successful,” said Coach Oz. “We have worked well together as a team, and I am very proud of our seniors for stepping up as great leaders.”
1st Team All-District
Emily Rogers ‘23
Ella Ryan ‘23
Mackenzie Schmidt ‘24
Catherine Clark ‘24
Sophie Navarrette ‘26
Second Team All-District
Peyton Walsh ‘26
Reagan Redick ‘23
All-State
Emily Rogers ‘23
Ella Ryan ‘23
Mackenzie Schmidt ‘24
Academic All-State
Ella Ryan ‘23
Emily Rogers ‘23
Reagan Redick ‘23
Mackenzie Schmidt ‘24
Annie Rawn ‘24
Catherine Clark ‘24
Baseball
Varsity baseball ended their season with a place in the Final Four! Head Coach Raynor Noble reflected on the team’s uphill trek, saying, “This was a very challenging year for us. We had to overcome a multitude of injuries and other obstacles. We persevered and finished strong, culminating in a trip to the final four. I wish the very best to our departing seniors. They are going to be missed.”
1st Team All-District
Luke Pettite ‘23
Christian McCleary ‘26
2nd Team All-District
Ben Kalife ‘24
Carson Bratcher ‘25
Tommy Willis ‘23
Honorable Mention
Ben Feuer ‘23
JD Crisp ‘24
Wes Baker ‘25
Ty Baker ‘23
All-State
Luke Pettitte ‘23
Academic All-State
Luke Pettitte ‘23
Ben Kalife ‘24
Tommy Willis ‘23
Track
“The track team made great strides all season, and many athletes kept improving and kept the momentum as the year progressed,” beamed Coach Brad Lane.
Lane continued, “RJ Lee ended the season 5th in district, throwing over 120’ at the district meet, a new personal record for him. Garrett Hughes is the triple jump regional champion and is now ranked 6th in all TAPPS. CJ Hobbs reset the SBS school record in the 3200M and is now ranked 7th in all TAPPS, which earned him his second qualifying time for the Texas Meet of Champions.”
“Sara Griffin ‘26 has the second fastest (1600m) and third fastest (3200m) in SBS women’s track history after her performance at TAPPS regionals. We also saw flashes of talent from other freshmen and sophomores, including Syria DeBakey, Casey Krueger, Langston Davis, Bryce Butler, Christian Haskett, and Bridget Roth.”
Coach Brad Lane concluded, “I am so proud of all our athletes who competed this year. In this sport, you are competing against yourself as much as you’re competing against anyone else, and that can make the season difficult at times. We all witnessed the work our kids put in and how it paid off as we saw times drop, and distances increase throughout the season. Our athletes should be very proud of what they accomplished this season.”
- Varsity State: Garrett Hughes ‘23 - 3rd place - Triple Jump
- Varsity District
- Olivia Smith ‘24 - District Champion High Jump
- CJ Hobbs ‘23 - District Champion 3200M
- Middle School
- Boys’ - 3-way tie for HJPC 1st place
- Girls’ - HJPC Runner-up
All-State
Garrett Hughes ‘23
Academic All-State
CJ Hobbs ‘23
Olivia Smith ‘24
Emily Rogers ‘23
Garrett Hughes ‘23
Tennis
Coach Kroll reports that tennis had a successful season. “Our players fought hard for every point. I am especially proud of the positive attitude and sportsmanship displayed on the court all season.”
Varsity: Brandon Sek ‘25 and Marcos West ‘26 - 3rd place in men’s doubles
Academic All-State
Fubo Liu ‘23
Elliot Preston ‘24
Stella Baird ‘24
Golf
“I cannot begin to tell you how proud I am of all of the players in our golf program,” Coach Jenny Murdock began. “The qualifying process for the men’s team was hotly contested throughout the year. My choices were difficult, which is a very good thing for the program. The players who ultimately represented SBS in district had to really earn their spot, and it was not earned easily. While we can only take five players to district, regionals and state, it was absolutely a collective effort by all members of the men’s team. We had a fun season, mixing in practices at TopGolf, Memorial Park, and other local courses. We grew as a team, and next year’s team has a lot of talent, too. The future looks very bright for SBS golf!”
- Varsity - State Results: Carson Elder ‘25 - 11th place
- Middle School - State Results
- Boys: HJPC - 2nd place
- Girls: HJPC - 3rd place