Dennis Silva II
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Free agent sports writer • Contributing writer: si.com/high-school • Covering Katy ISD athletics for densilva2.substack.com • 2023 THSCA Sportswriter of the Year • Story ideas/tips? Email: densilva2@gmail.com
“People on the outside might say, ‘Oh, what’s wrong with the Spartans?’ Whereas internally, we’re saying, hey, let’s learn from it, and we’re going to be tough to beat later on.”
Seven Lakes finds stride with 3s, defense after rare setbacks.
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Seven Lakes finds stride with 3s, defense after rare setbacks.
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Boys Basketball: Seven Lakes finds stride with 3s, defense after rare setbacks
Thirty-eight game district win streak snapped, state-ranked Spartans respond by winning six in a row in dominant fashion
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January 7, 2025 at 9:35 PM
“People on the outside might say, ‘Oh, what’s wrong with the Spartans?’ Whereas internally, we’re saying, hey, let’s learn from it, and we’re going to be tough to beat later on.”
Seven Lakes finds stride with 3s, defense after rare setbacks.
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Seven Lakes finds stride with 3s, defense after rare setbacks.
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“When the moment comes, I never run from it. There’s nothing I can’t handle. I’m used to it.”
Maturity of record-setting guard Jaden Holt fuels state-ranked Katy Jordan. #txhshoops
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Maturity of record-setting guard Jaden Holt fuels state-ranked Katy Jordan. #txhshoops
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Maturity of record-setting guard Jaden Holt fuels state-ranked Katy Jordan
As Jaden Holt wrapped up an electric 12-point fourth quarter Saturday, single-handedly lifting undermanned state-ranked Katy Jordan to a pivotal district win, r
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January 7, 2025 at 9:05 PM
“When the moment comes, I never run from it. There’s nothing I can’t handle. I’m used to it.”
Maturity of record-setting guard Jaden Holt fuels state-ranked Katy Jordan. #txhshoops
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Maturity of record-setting guard Jaden Holt fuels state-ranked Katy Jordan. #txhshoops
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This NCAA women's volleyball championship is crazy good. I think Penn State is the better team, but man, Louisville FIGHTS. What a rollercoaster.
December 22, 2024 at 9:39 PM
This NCAA women's volleyball championship is crazy good. I think Penn State is the better team, but man, Louisville FIGHTS. What a rollercoaster.
So, so cool. In only his program's third year of varsity play, at a school named after his father, Brian Randle is an undefeated state champion. Coached Mayde Creek in 2020 before leaving to take over Randle. An incredible night for the Randle family. #txhsfb
December 21, 2024 at 4:27 AM
So, so cool. In only his program's third year of varsity play, at a school named after his father, Brian Randle is an undefeated state champion. Coached Mayde Creek in 2020 before leaving to take over Randle. An incredible night for the Randle family. #txhsfb
“It’s going to be an honor. I’m ready to get to work.”
Katy’s Byron Nelson, a UNC signee, excited for Bill Belichick era at Chapel Hill. #txhsfb
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Katy’s Byron Nelson, a UNC signee, excited for Bill Belichick era at Chapel Hill. #txhsfb
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Katy’s Byron Nelson, a UNC signee, excited for Bill Belichick era at Chapel Hill
Katy High’s Byron Nelson signed to the University of North Carolina on Early National Signing Day, Dec. 4. The decision might have surprised some, but not those
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December 19, 2024 at 5:48 PM
“It’s going to be an honor. I’m ready to get to work.”
Katy’s Byron Nelson, a UNC signee, excited for Bill Belichick era at Chapel Hill. #txhsfb
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Katy’s Byron Nelson, a UNC signee, excited for Bill Belichick era at Chapel Hill. #txhsfb
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Former Katy High standout Nic Anderson is headed to LSU. Was a top 10 talent (top 5 WR) in the transfer portal.
Anderson had 38 catches for 798 yards and 10 TDs for Oklahoma in 2023 before injuries derailed his 2024 season.
Anderson had 38 catches for 798 yards and 10 TDs for Oklahoma in 2023 before injuries derailed his 2024 season.
December 18, 2024 at 4:27 AM
Former Katy High standout Nic Anderson is headed to LSU. Was a top 10 talent (top 5 WR) in the transfer portal.
Anderson had 38 catches for 798 yards and 10 TDs for Oklahoma in 2023 before injuries derailed his 2024 season.
Anderson had 38 catches for 798 yards and 10 TDs for Oklahoma in 2023 before injuries derailed his 2024 season.
Jordan defensive coordinator Chris Babin has been hired as head football coach/campus athletic coordinator at Katy Taylor High. Many Warrior coaches and players agreed defense led the way for Jordan’s 11-2 regional semifinalist campaign this year. #txhsfb
December 14, 2024 at 6:29 PM
Jordan defensive coordinator Chris Babin has been hired as head football coach/campus athletic coordinator at Katy Taylor High. Many Warrior coaches and players agreed defense led the way for Jordan’s 11-2 regional semifinalist campaign this year. #txhsfb
Four Greater Houston area teams are vying for a spot in next week's #txhsfb state championships.
I previewed this week's semifinals for SI.com.
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I previewed this week's semifinals for SI.com.
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Greater Houston area high school football state semifinals preview
Four Greater Houston-area schools are vying for a spot in next week’s Texas high school football state championships at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. A look at thi
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December 12, 2024 at 10:21 PM
“... it was our responsibility to be leaders and being the coaches on the floor. It’s an everyday process. Almost like we’re at the drawing board every day.”
Elijah Black, Jaden Holt have state-ranked Jordan off to dominant 14-1 start. #txhshoops
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Elijah Black, Jaden Holt have state-ranked Jordan off to dominant 14-1 start. #txhshoops
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Elijah Black, Jaden Holt have state-ranked Jordan off to dominant 14-1 start
Program stalwarts headline experience-laden Warriors team with state championship aspirations
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December 12, 2024 at 7:53 PM
“... it was our responsibility to be leaders and being the coaches on the floor. It’s an everyday process. Almost like we’re at the drawing board every day.”
Elijah Black, Jaden Holt have state-ranked Jordan off to dominant 14-1 start. #txhshoops
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Elijah Black, Jaden Holt have state-ranked Jordan off to dominant 14-1 start. #txhshoops
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“I wouldn’t trade him for anybody in Houston. .. He’s someone who can do anything on the basketball court, offensively or defensively.”
Sophomore Isaiah Santos leading the charge for Seven Lakes. #txhshoops
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Sophomore Isaiah Santos leading the charge for Seven Lakes. #txhshoops
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Sophomore Isaiah Santos leading the charge for Seven Lakes
The 6-5, 200-pounder is evolving into a premier versatile talent for the regional power Spartans
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December 8, 2024 at 7:16 PM
“I wouldn’t trade him for anybody in Houston. .. He’s someone who can do anything on the basketball court, offensively or defensively.”
Sophomore Isaiah Santos leading the charge for Seven Lakes. #txhshoops
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Sophomore Isaiah Santos leading the charge for Seven Lakes. #txhshoops
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Legacy Stadium will host the 6A Division I state semifinal next Saturday at 2 p.m.
Austin Westlake, which beat Lake Travis 24-17 tonight, will play the winner of tomorrow's regional final between North Shore and Atascocita. #txhsfb
Austin Westlake, which beat Lake Travis 24-17 tonight, will play the winner of tomorrow's regional final between North Shore and Atascocita. #txhsfb
December 7, 2024 at 5:59 AM
Legacy Stadium will host the 6A Division I state semifinal next Saturday at 2 p.m.
Austin Westlake, which beat Lake Travis 24-17 tonight, will play the winner of tomorrow's regional final between North Shore and Atascocita. #txhsfb
Austin Westlake, which beat Lake Travis 24-17 tonight, will play the winner of tomorrow's regional final between North Shore and Atascocita. #txhsfb
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filing the story
December 6, 2024 at 3:05 AM
filing the story
“It’s built a huge amount of toughness in our team. We can go anywhere and play. It’s a privilege to coach a bunch of kids that are mature enough to handle that.”
Without a home stadium, La Porte’s football team finds solace in winning. #txhsfb
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Without a home stadium, La Porte’s football team finds solace in winning. #txhsfb
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Without a home stadium, La Porte’s football team finds solace in winning
It’s been a nomadic couple of seasons for La Porte High’s football team, which is without a home stadium for the time being. With their on-campus Bulldog Stadiu
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December 6, 2024 at 4:00 AM
“It’s built a huge amount of toughness in our team. We can go anywhere and play. It’s a privilege to coach a bunch of kids that are mature enough to handle that.”
Without a home stadium, La Porte’s football team finds solace in winning. #txhsfb
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Without a home stadium, La Porte’s football team finds solace in winning. #txhsfb
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“It’s been hectic but it’s been a blessing. ... Without God, this would not be possible.”
Having never played football until this year, 4-star DE recruit Tobi Haastrup signs with Oregon football. #txhsfb
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Having never played football until this year, 4-star DE recruit Tobi Haastrup signs with Oregon football. #txhsfb
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4-star defensive lineman Tobi Haastrup signs with Oregon football
Seven months ago, Mayde Creek High senior Tobi Haastrup knew nothing about football. He couldn’t tell you how to line up on the field, let alone what a sack or
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December 5, 2024 at 8:25 PM
“It’s been hectic but it’s been a blessing. ... Without God, this would not be possible.”
Having never played football until this year, 4-star DE recruit Tobi Haastrup signs with Oregon football. #txhsfb
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Having never played football until this year, 4-star DE recruit Tobi Haastrup signs with Oregon football. #txhsfb
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ESPN story on Houston’s win over OKC in the battle of 1 vs. 2 in the West, which reinforced that the rough-and-tumble Rockets are emerging as a force to be reckoned with: www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...
Rockets earn gritty win vs. OKC, close gap in West
The Rockets earned a gritty win over the Thunder to pull within a half-game of the Western Conference leaders.
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December 2, 2024 at 5:27 AM
ESPN story on Houston’s win over OKC in the battle of 1 vs. 2 in the West, which reinforced that the rough-and-tumble Rockets are emerging as a force to be reckoned with: www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...
Man. Texas’ defense went into Kyle Field and held the Aggies’ ‘O’ scoreless. Demonstrative effort. Looks like the Longhorns fared nicely in a big-time SEC showdown on the road at night. Rendered all the pregame chatter immaterial. Impressive.
December 1, 2024 at 4:20 AM
Man. Texas’ defense went into Kyle Field and held the Aggies’ ‘O’ scoreless. Demonstrative effort. Looks like the Longhorns fared nicely in a big-time SEC showdown on the road at night. Rendered all the pregame chatter immaterial. Impressive.
Wonderful. One more night we get reminded how ridiculous college football overtime rules are.
November 30, 2024 at 4:39 AM
Wonderful. One more night we get reminded how ridiculous college football overtime rules are.
I felt bad for Drew Lock after the Giants went with QB3 Tommy DeVito instead of him to succeed Daniel Jones but now I get it.
November 28, 2024 at 11:54 PM
I felt bad for Drew Lock after the Giants went with QB3 Tommy DeVito instead of him to succeed Daniel Jones but now I get it.
The Bears’ discombobulation got me thinking: what if you could actually carry unused timeouts from one game to the next? 🤔
LOL clock management at the end there, Bears.
November 28, 2024 at 9:36 PM
The Bears’ discombobulation got me thinking: what if you could actually carry unused timeouts from one game to the next? 🤔
LOL clock management at the end there, Bears.
November 28, 2024 at 9:01 PM
LOL clock management at the end there, Bears.
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The other ninja turtles really give Raphael a hard time for expressing the correct emotion of anger at being a sentient creature forced to live in the sewers and fight as a child soldier
November 28, 2024 at 6:13 PM
The other ninja turtles really give Raphael a hard time for expressing the correct emotion of anger at being a sentient creature forced to live in the sewers and fight as a child soldier
Spent time in Fulshear this week to see what makes the 12-0 Chargers go.
It's a bit of everything, with a lot of unconventionality.
“This is a special time at a special place. And we’re in the right place at the right time together.”
My latest for SI.com.
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It's a bit of everything, with a lot of unconventionality.
“This is a special time at a special place. And we’re in the right place at the right time together.”
My latest for SI.com.
STORY: si.com/high-school/... #txhsfb
November 27, 2024 at 8:12 PM
Spent time in Fulshear this week to see what makes the 12-0 Chargers go.
It's a bit of everything, with a lot of unconventionality.
“This is a special time at a special place. And we’re in the right place at the right time together.”
My latest for SI.com.
STORY: si.com/high-school/... #txhsfb
It's a bit of everything, with a lot of unconventionality.
“This is a special time at a special place. And we’re in the right place at the right time together.”
My latest for SI.com.
STORY: si.com/high-school/... #txhsfb
These NBA Cup court designs are eyesores. Woof.
November 27, 2024 at 6:12 AM
These NBA Cup court designs are eyesores. Woof.