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The Falcon

The Student News Site of The Kinkaid School

The Falcon

The Student News Site of The Kinkaid School

The Falcon

Freshman quarterback Jordan Young scans for a wide receiver to make a play Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, during the third quarter in their game against Episcopal High School. Playing through rain, the Falcons’ game ended in a 14-6 loss in the final minutes of the fourth quarter of their second-ever game. Young states the loss “hurt, but now the team [and him] have to buckle down at practice so [they] can get the results [they] want in game.”

Freshman football team faces Episcopal

Kinley McCartney, Staff Writer September 23, 2024

At first onlookers may have wondered if the historic freshman football game against Episcopal High School’s JV would take place, as the rain falling from the darkened sky was quite prominent.  The...

Junior Courtney Whittaker poses on the University of Denver lacrosse field. Whittaker verbally committed to the university’s lacrosse program a few days later. “I am thankful for my family for supporting me through everything,” Whittaker said.

Junior commits to play lacrosse at the next level

Ellie Ott, Staff Writer September 21, 2024

Courtney Whittaker has been playing lacrosse for many years. She has shown her natural athletic talent through many varsity sports since her freshman year, playing varsity volleyball, soccer, lacrosse...

As the sun begins to set, the Falcons prepare to play defense. It is the end of the 1st quarter and the score is tied at 7-7. The stakes are high as Gunter has a 32 game winning streak. The coaches create a game plan to keep the other team from winning.

Falcons face Gunter Tigers

William Donnelly, Staff Writer September 18, 2024

Wide receiver Folarin Oshe throws with a teammate during football practice on Sanders Field.

New freshman football players ‘fight for the team’

Elizabeth Koo, Staff Writer September 16, 2024

As Thursday afternoon dimmed with rain, Kinkaid’s new freshman-only team jogged out to the 35-yard line of Segal Field to kick off its second game of the season. Though the weather continued to worsen,...

Senior and goalie Colton Silverstein got his 1000th save during the semifinals.

Lacrosse player leaves after remarkable journey in two sports

Kavin Mukerji, Staff Writer June 5, 2024

Senior lacrosse goalie Colton Silverstein has grown up with the game of lacrosse. As a member of the school's lacrosse team, Colton started all four years at goalie. His efforts helped Kinkaid achieve...

Sophomore Tanner Nyveen steps up to bat in round one of the Southwest Preparatory Conference playoffs.

Nyveen shines on varsity baseball, football teams

Matthew Guyton, Staff Writer May 24, 2024

Sophomore Tanner Nyveen has carved himself a place not just in the hearts of his peers and coaches but also as a strong force in multiple athletics programs.  Nyveen is a catcher and outfielder for...

The boys golf team poses after the game.

Boys’ golf wins eighth straight SPC tournament

Will Burba, Staff Writer May 23, 2024

For nearly a decade now, the men’s golf team has been at the top of the Southwest Preparatory Conference charts and this year was no different as the team won the SPC championship for the eighth time...

Senior and goalie Colton Silverstein got his 1000th save during the semifinals.

Boys’ lacrosse make it to semifinals in high-octane round

Will Burba, Staff Writer May 13, 2024

The boys’ lacrosse team has stormed its way into the semifinals of the Class A Texas State tournament. Riding high off a state championship from last season, the Falcons carried over their momentum,...

Sophomore Jack Susman in his JL3 Elite jersey during a recent game.

Sophomore shines on and off basketball court

Matthew Guyton, Staff Writer May 13, 2024

Jack Susman, a sophomore student-athlete, has made significant progress in athletics and academics during his short time as an underclassman.  As a key player on the varsity basketball team, Susman...

Sophomore Jasmine Nguyen, line one single, prepares to hit a backhand. “I’m really proud of this team,” Nguyen said. “We’re undefeated and have a great shot at SPC.”

Kinkaid tennis teams clinch first seed for SPC

Hudson Holton, Staff Writer April 26, 2024

The boys’ and girls’ tennis teams faced off against St. John’s to decide who would receive the No. 1 seed for the Southwest Preparatory Conference tournament on April 23. The Kinkaid boys’ and...

A picture from the alumni vs. faculty game in early February.

Varsity baseball off to a strong start as veterans guide, underclassmen excel

Will Burba, Staff Writer April 1, 2024

Early this season, the Falcons have faced a grueling non-conference schedule, playing multiple 6a teams to get ready for play in the Southwest Preparatory Conference.  The Falcons have held their own...

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