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The Falcon

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The Falcon

A Kinkaid defender leaps to block a kick during the rivalry game against St. John’s on Nov. 3 at St. John’s School. The Falcons won 38–14 in their first matchup away from Rice Stadium in 45 years.

Rivalry game relocates after 45 years

Ellie Ott, Staff Writer November 11, 2025

After 45 years of tradition at Rice Stadium, the annual Kinkaid–St. John’s rivalry football game moved to a new location, marking the end of a long-standing chapter in the schools’ shared history....

Junior Blair Strachan dribbles along to the right side line, passing the St. John’s defense. Later, she scores a goal, saying “I don’t even know what was going through my head at the moment. Although I was super excited that we were now ahead, the game was still extremely close. If anything, I just felt more motivated to make sure we stayed in the lead!”

Falcons soar past St. John’s 5-2 in fiery rivalry win

Sophie Tang, Staff Writer September 12, 2025

The varsity field hockey team earned a thrilling 5-2 win at home against rivals St. John’s on Sept. 11. On this sweltering day, The Falcons, who are the South Preparatory Conference runnerup of the...

Kinkaid students packed the stands at Segal Field, dressed in camouflage and banging trash can lids to cheer on the Falcons during the Thursday night game against Gunter.

Falcons pack the stands in electric season opener

Wyatt Cureton, Staff Writer August 28, 2025

As the final bell rang, students burst out of class to the Falcons’ first football game against Gunter High School.  The bright lights, the roar of the crowd, and the sense of camaraderie filled...

Junior running back Wayne Shanks Jr.  broke through multiple defenders to score a crucial touchdown. In a tightly contested game, Kinkaid needed the score to stay alive, and Shanks delivered. “I was really excited to get my first receiving touchdown of the year and take the lead for us,” Shanks said.

Varsity football prepares for season opener against Gunter

John Rosser, Staff Writer August 28, 2025

The Falcons will begin their Southwest Preparatory Conference title defense tonight when they host Gunter at Segal Field. The pre-conference matchup comes with intrigue, as Gunter handed Kinkaid its only...

Brown poses for a picture at Davidson College

Junior commits to play field hockey at the next level

Ellie Ott, Staff Writer March 24, 2025

Junior Harper Brown has officially committed to playing Division I field hockey at Davidson College. A long time standout in the Houston field hockey scene, Brown’s commitment marked the culmination...

Senior named VYPE Defensive Football Player of the Year

Senior named VYPE Defensive Football Player of the Year

William Donnelly, Staff Writer February 21, 2025

Beep! The clock sounded, and the players rushed to the field. The Kinkaid Falcons had soared to a new height, defeating the Episcopal Knights.  The Falcons were led by star defensive lineman and tight...

Sophomore Wayne Shanks was a great addition to the varsity football team this year

Sophomore named VYPE offensive player of the year

Zoe An, Staff Writer February 12, 2025

During his first year at Kinkaid, sophomore Wayne Shanks had an unforgettable season for the Falcon football team, leading the team as the starting running back. Shanks transferred to Kinkaid as a sophomore,...

The varsity football and cheer teams celebrate the victory over Episcopal.

Falcons defeat Episcopal in SPC championship

Landon Layhew, Staff Writer November 13, 2024

The Falcons are no stranger to football SPC championships, as they have won eight championships in the last 13 years.  2024 marked the third straight year the Falcons squared off against the Episcopal...

The Falcons celebrate their victory by proudly holding up the SJS game trophy  after an unforgettable season of hard work and dedication.

Varsity football scores victory against rival St. Johns

Alexia Hoffman, Multimedia Producer November 8, 2024

Blinding lights illuminated the football field as chanting, screaming and cowbells ringing echoed through the air.  When the buzzer screeched, the Falcon varsity football players, wearing black jerseys,...

The field hockey team walks in unity. "I genuinely love field hockey. This sport and its community has given me so much. I’m just hoping to give back a little,” said Raynes

Varsity field hockey team stumbles against no. 1 in the nation

Elizabeth Koo, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

It was too late.   In the midst of sweaty hugs and high fives, the varsity girl’s field hockey team didn’t realize their opponent was barreling toward their goal. “We were so discombobulated,”...

“The loss last year has stuck with me throughout the year and motivated me to work harder for this season,” said junior wide receiver Alexander Donnelly.

Falcons face Episcopal in SPC championship rematch

Will Burba, Staff Writer October 18, 2024

On Friday, Oct. 18, the Falcons are set to host the Knights of Episcopal High School in a rematch of the 2023 SPC championship game, where the Falcons were defeated 35-25.  The creator of the social...

Kinkaid field hockey players Caroline Raynes, Nina Piazza, Ella Ou, Grace Essalih, and Harper Brown taking the field in all smiles ready to take on the St. Johns Mavericks.

Varsity field hockey dominates in matchup against St. Johns

Catherine Rosser, Staff Writer October 15, 2024

It’s arguably the most important game of the regular season. On a warm hot fall day, the Falcons, who are the No.18 ranked team in the Southwest Preparatory Conference, took on the No. 8 nationally...

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