McCaig, Greg Campus Athletic Coordinator, Head Football Coach, QBs - 9th Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
Lafayette, Louisiana
High School:
Acadiana High School
College:
Louisiana State University
Birthday:
October 18th
Family:
Sherri, wife,
Steven & Matthew, sons
Coach McCaig is a graduate of Louisiana State University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education and a minor in Social Studies. Coach McCaig has been coaching for 24 years. He will serve as Head Football Coach and Offensive Coordinator for the Cougars during the upcoming season.
Previous coaching stops for Coach McCaig include Bellaire High School and Catholic High School in Louisiana. His stops in Texas include Houston Memorial High School, Langham Creek High School, Giddings High School and Stratford High School. This will be Coach McCaig's 13th year as a Head Coach and his 8th year as Head Coach for the Cypress Creek Cougars. During his tenure as Head Coach for Cypress Creek, the Cougars have shown steady improvement. The Cougars have gone from 2 - 8 in 2002 to 4 - 6 in 2003 and 6 - 4 in 2004, a trip to the playoffs in 2005, 8 - 2 in 2008, 9-2 in 2009 and 9-3 in 2010. Highlighting Coach McCaig's professional career was a trip to the state semifinals in 1998 while serving as Athletic Director and Head Football Coach at Giddings High School.
Coach McCaig has been married to his wife, Sheri for 20 years and they have two sons, Steven, 19, a member of the Cougars football team and Matthew, 15.
Alexander, Jennifer Head Girls Basketball, 3rd Year @ Cy-Creek
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College:
Howard Payne University
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Coach Jennifer Alexander is a graduate of Howard Payne University with a B.A. in English Language Arts and Reading and a minor in Exercise and Sport Science. Coach Alexander is in her sixth year of teaching and coaching and her second year as Head Girls’ Basketball Coach and third year at Cypress Creek.
Prior to coming to Cypress Creek, Coach Alexander played shooting guard for the HPU Women’s Basketball Team. Upon graduation, she spent her first two years at Bastrop High School as the freshman girls’ basketball coach and varsity assistant softball coach. Her next stop was at Madison High School (San Antonio) where she was the freshman girls’ basketball coach and assistant softball coach for one year.
Coach Alexander and the Lady Cougar Girls Basketball program are looking to repeat a playoff run in the upcoming season!
Allen, Natalie Varsity Girls' Cross Country Coach, Assistant Track - Hurdles, high jump, & girls' distance - 4th Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
Kingwood, TX
High School:
Kingwood High School
College:
Texas A&M University
Birthday:
August 7th
Coach Allen currently teaches Algebra I and Algebra Lab and holds coaching positions in Cross Country and Track and Field. She graduated from Texas A&M University in December of 2003 with a degree in Kinesiology and minor in Mathematics. Coach Allen was hired by Cypress Fairbanks in January 2004 for a PE/coaching position at Bleyl Middle School, where she stayed for 4 years before transferring to Cypress Creek High School. 2 years later, she is now the Head Girls Cross Country coach and is an assistant track and field coach, specializing in boys' and girls' hurdles.
Beech, Chris Freshman Football, 4th Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown: Toronto, Canada
High School:
College:
Upper Canada College
York University
East Tennessee State Univ
Louisiana Tech University
Wife: Jenni
Children:
Shelby - 10
Cheyanne - 4
Coach Chris Beech is the freshmen boys’ head football coach. In addition he will be an assistant boys’ track and field coach in the spring. Coach Beech teaches economics and this will be his 4th year at Cypress Creek, and 17th year in education. Chris grew up in Toronto, Canada and graduated from Upper Canada College. He received a B.A. degree in Economics from York University and has also earned Master of Education degrees from East Tennessee State University (physical education) and Louisiana Tech University (secondary social studies). Chris and his wife Jenni have two daughters – Shelby who is 10 years old and Cheyanne who is 4 years old.
Jeff started swimming year round at age 5 and swam competitively until 20. Jeff graduated from Tokay High School in Lodi California where he was a three sport Varsity Letterman for 3 years in Water Polo, Wrestling and Swimming. He earned All-American status his senior year in water polo as well as League M.V.P. and 1st Team All-Section. Jeff graduated from Modesto Junior College with his A.A. At Modesto, Jeff earned Water Polo and Swimming All-American honors in both years of attendance. He is one of two 4 time All-Americans in school history allowing Jeff to be enshrined in the Modesto Junior College Athletic Hall of Fame. Jeff graduated from California State University Stanislaus with a B.S. in Geography.
Jeff started coaching after his stint in Modesto, returning to his alma mata coaching J.V. Water Polo and Swimming winning titles in four straight years. He was named the Girls Head Coach from Water Polo and Swimming, where he turned out several All-Americans. Jeff then took some time off from coaching to finish his degree. He returned to coaching as an assistant at the University of Pacific in Stockton California. Jeff coached as an assistant for both Men’s and Women’s teams and was the local water polo club developmental coach. Jeff then returned to Tokay High School as the Head Water Polo and Swimming Coach and taught Life Skills for the Special Education Department.
Jeff moved to Texas in 2007 to become the Cy Creek High School Swimming and Water Polo Coach. Jeff was the Regional Co-coach of the Year for boys in water polo and the District Coach of the Year for girls and Co-Coach of the Year for boys in swimming in 2007-08.
Jeff’s parents Charles and Elaine live in Arizona and are both retired teachers. Jeff’s younger brother, Jess and wife, Jennifer have two beautiful girls Harley (6) and Riley (4).
Combs, Tami Head Girls Volleyball, 1st Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
High School:
Deer Park High School
College:
University of Louisiana
Birthday:
Husband:
Chris
Children:
Ayden - 4
Addison - 2
Coach Tami Combs attended Deer Park HS and is a graduate of University of Louisiana (Rajun Cajuns) with a B.A. in General Studies and a minor in English/Reading. Coach Combs has been coaching and teaching for 6 years at Cy Woods high school. This will be her 1st year as a Cougar and also her first year as a head volleyball coach.
Prior to teaching, Coach Combs played college volleyball for Lee College as a freshmen and sophomore. There she competed at nationals both years and had a finishing record of 90-5. Coach Comb’s team was 2nd in the nation and she was ranked #1 setter in Texas and #2 setter in the nation. She also took and still has all of the setting records at Lee College. After completing her junior college experience, she continued on at the University of Louisiana. As a Rajun Cajun, she geared her academics towards becoming a classroom teacher and coach. Upon graduation, she was given the assistant volleyball coaching position at Cy Woods and helped lead them to a state appearance.
Tami and her husband Chris have 2 children Ayden 4 and Addison 2. Coach Combs is very excited to be apart of the cougar family and looks forward to the many traditions that Creek has to offer.
Davis, Nina JV Boys and Girls Swimming, 2nd Year @ Cy-Creek
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Family:
Reid & Charlie, children
Nina Davis comes to us from Mayde Creek High School where she was the coach for 3 years. She has served as head coach for the Barkers Ridge summer team for 2 years. Coach Davis has been swimming since the age of 7 and year-round competitive swimming since the age of 11 for ATEX and SST. Nina swam at Klein Oak High School over the course of her 4 years. Nina earned an engineering degree from Texas A&M, and teaches Geometry in addition to her coaching duties. She has 2 boys, Reid (9) and Charlie (2). Nina keeps herself busy with Reid playing in all sports including soccer, baseball, football and of course...swimming.
Essien, Umana 9th Grade Football, 2nd Year @ Cy-Creek
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Wife: Dawn
Coach Umana Essien enters his second season at Cy-Creek, he will be coaching freshman football and basketball. He came to us from Arnold Middle School where he helped several teams in football, basketball and track win multiple zone championships and meets while developing skill sets. Coach Essien has been married for 14 wonderful years, his wife Dawn teaches Kindergarten, they have a 6 year old daughter.
Faith, Trent JV Football Coach, 9th Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
Austin, TX
High School:
Lanier High School
College:
Texas Lutheran & Prairie View A&M University
Birthday:
July 1, 1963
Family:
Christina, wife
Trent, son
Coach Faith is beginning his 7th season of coaching Cougar Football
and 23rd year total, he has had stops at Stratford, Langham Creek, Bloomington and Leander.
Coach Faith holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Texas Lutheran, where he earned N.A.I.A. Division I All American Running Back honors. Coach Faith also holds a Masters Degree at Prairie View A&M University.
Coach Faith has been married 24 years to his high school sweetheart Christina.
Fling, Kathy Girls Varsity and JV Soccer Coach - 19th year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
Bishop, TX
High School:
Bishop High School
College:
Corpus Christi State University & Texas A&M University
Birthday:
May 28
Family:
Randy, husband
Lisa & Lyndsey, daughters
Kevin, son
Mackenzie, Maddie, Jack & Davis, grandchildren
Coach Fling is Head Coach for girl's Varsity Soccer and is in her 19th year at Cy-Creek. She coached 5 years in Gregory Portland before coming to Creek. She has 22 years of teaching experience. She graduated from Corpus Christi State University and got her Health Certification at Texas A&I . She has a degree in Health, Physical Education and Business. She has one son and two daughters, two grand-daughters and two grandson's. She graduated from Bishop High School in Bishop, Texas.
Her soccer team has been to the playoffs the last 15 years in a row, has been District Champs 6 years, district runner up 8 years and 3rd place 3 years.
Franklin, Philip Head Golf Coach, 22nd Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
Wichita Falls, Texas
High School:
Rider High School
College:
Abilene Christian University
Birthday:
May 28
Family:
Beth, wife
Pierce & Perry, sons
Braeleigh, daughter
Coach Franklin in his 22nd year at Cypress Creek serves as Head Coach for they boys and girls golf teams. He teaches Pre-Calculus for his classroom assignment.
Coach Franklin graduated from Wichita Falls Rider High School and Abilene Christian University.
Coach Franklin has been married to his wonderful wife, Beth, for 19 years, and they have three children, Pierce-15, Perry-11, and Braeleigh-8.
Coach Froman is currently in his 6th year at Cy-Creek. He began as a freshman coach at Creek and now coaches the Varsity defensive tackles and Sophomore Basketball. Coach Froman started his coaching career at Denison High School in 1987 and has had several stops in between before coming to Cy-Creek. He has 20 years of experience as a Texas High School teacher and coach.
Coach Froman graduated from Lamesa High and has a bachelor's degree from Texas Tech.
Coach Froman and his wife Gloria have 2 children, Nicole 9 years old and Troy is 5.
Hensley, Thomas Head Cross Country Coach - Boys and Girls, Head Girls Track Coach, 4th Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
Corrigan, Texas
High School:
Corrigan-Camden High School
College:
Sam Houston State University
Birthday:
info coming soon
Family:
Heather, wife
Allie, daughter
Hello, my name is Thomas Hensley and I am a teacher/coach at Cypress Creek High School. This is my 4th year at Creek, and my 11th year in education. I have a wonderful wife (Heather) and a sweet little girl (Allie).
I grew up in Corrigan, Texas and graduated from Corrigan-Camden High School in 1995. I received my B.S. degree in English/Kinesiology from Sam Houston State in 2000. I am currently pursuing my Master's Degree in Educational Administration.
In addittion to teaching English II, I also coach cross country and track.
Coach Junewick is the JV Volleyball Coach and Freshmen Basketball Coach. She has been teaching physical education at Cypress Creek for the past 25 years.
She graduated from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI. where she played both collegiate volleyball & basketball.
Coach Junewick also has a home-based floral studio—Spring Creek Farm!
A native of Pennsylvania, Coach Kerr attended Greenville Senior High School. While attending GHS, Mr. Kerr was active in choir, student council, athletics, and the school newspaper.
Upon graduation, Mr. Kerr attended Bethany College, Bethany, WV where he graduated with a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Education and Psychology. While attending Bethany Coach Kerr was given the Kalon Leadership Scholarship and gained acceptance into both the Psychology honorary society (Psi Chi) and the Education honorary society (Kappa Delta Phi). In addition, Mr. Kerr served the campus as a resident assistant and was a member of the B.I.S.O.N.S., earning the B.I.S.O.N. of the year award in 1992. Coach Kerr was a member of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity serving as an officer for two years.
While completing his student teaching assignment, Coach Kerr served as wrestling coach at Buckeye Local Middle School in Rayland, Ohio prior to arriving in Texas. While there, his team went undefeated in both tournament and dual meet competitions garnering the Ohio Valley Athletic Conference Championship.
Mr. Kerr arrived at Cypress Creek in 2007 as an Adaptive Behavior instructor and assistant coach in wrestling and track. Under his leadership as assistant wrestling coach in their inaugral season, the Cougars saw four wrestlers reach the district finals and had five athletes qualify for regional competition.
In 2008, Corey was named as the head coach for the Cypress Creek Cougars wrestling team. In the first season the team finished as champions at Brazoswood's "Woodshed Dual Tournament" and also garnered top ten team finishes in the Cypress Fairbanks Invitational Tournament and the Klein Collins Tiger Invitational. The '09 squad crowned eight district champions, qualifying eleven wrestlers for the regional tournament in Allen, Texas. Cypress Creek High School saw it's first Regional Champion, Anna McAleavey, crowned. In addition, two other wrestlers, Courtney Richardson and Zach Goldbold, qualified for the state wrestling meet in Austin ISD's Delco Center.
He is entering his eighteenth year in education, his third at Cypress Creek High School. Previously he worked in Aldine ISD for 15 years, serving as an assistant baseball coach for 11 years. He will serve as the head wrestling coach and varsity assistant in baseball.
Coach Kerr and his wife, Aimee, reside in Spring with their four daughters: Jamie - (19), Kaitlyn - (13), Abigail - (6), and Addison - (2).
Kight, Randy Head Softball Coach, Strength Coach- 20th Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
Beaumont, TX
High School:
Forest Park High School
College:
University of Houston
Birthday:
November 16
Family:
Kathy, wife
Coach Kight has coached for 34 years. Coach Kight has coached in Clear Creek ISD, Spring ISD, and Cy-Fair ISD. He opened Westfield H.S. as the Varsity Boys Basketball coach and spent 6 years at that position. He left coaching for four years, then returned in 1991 as the Varsity Softball coach at Cy-Creek. This is currently his 19th year at Creek. He also coached Freshman Volleyball, and Girls JV Basketball.
Coach Marks, an instructor in Health, is the Defensive Coordinator of the Freshman Football Team and has been at Cypress Creek since 1982.
Coach Marks is a graduate of Southwest DeKalb High School in Decatur, Georgia, and the University of Houston, with a B.S. and a Master's in Education. Coach Marks previously at Katy High School, Mt. Carmel High School, and Memorial Hall High School.
He and his wife Lynda, have been married 38 years and are the proud parents of son Shannon, daughter-in-law Kimberly, grandson Tyler and granddaughter Emily. Coach Marks also loves baseball and serves as the Freshman Coach of the Cougar Baseball Team. It should come as no surprise that he named his dogs "Dugout" and "Slugger"!
I have a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Sam Houston State University, majoring in Accounting. My experience includes three years as an Accounting Manager for Comet Rice, Inc. in Houston, three years in sales for Tomball Ford, Joe Myers Imports and The Home Depot in Houston, and twenty years as an Associate Member of the Chicago Board of Trade in Chicago. I also lettered in basketball for Rice University and Sam Houston State University.
My wife, Denise, teaches French at Klein Collins High School. We are the proud parents of three girls and three boys.
McCollum, Michael Head Baseball Coach, Assistant Football Coach - Safeties, 4th Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
Robinson, TX
High School:
Robinson High School
College:
Texas A&M University
Birthday:
April 14
Family:
Christy, wife
Cooper & Cash, sons
Reagan, daughter
Coach McCollum is in his third year at Cypress Creek after coaching four years at Terry High School. Coach McCollum serves as a varsity football coach and is the head baseball coach. He will be teaching World Geography.
Coach McCollum graduated from Texas A&M University where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree.
Coach McCollum has been married to his wonderful wife, Christy, for 12 years and they have three children, Cooper (9), Cash (3), and Reagan (1).
McDowell, Shaun Football - Offensive Line, Track, 4th Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
Sugar Land, TX
High School:
Stephen F. Austin High School
College:
U.S. Coast Guard Academy & University of Houston
Birthday:
October 27
Family:
Lisa, wife
Shaun, son
Maya & Ella, daughters
My name is Shaun McDowell and I teach Web Mastering and Business Computer Information Systems (BCIS). I also coach Varsity Football (Offensive Line) and Track. This is my third year at Cy-Creek. In the 2008 football season, Cy-Creek was 8-2 overall with a 7-0 district record. We were Undefeated 15-5A District Champions, Bi-District Champions, and Area Finalist.
I am a 2002 graduate of the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance with a Minor in European Studies. I am also currently obtaining my Masters Degree in Education Administration from Lamar University.
Prior to going to U of H, I received an appointment and football scholarship to the United States Coast Guard Academy where I was a 3-year letterman. In 1997, I helped lead the Academy to a 9-1 record and received a birth to the NCAA Div III playoffs.
I am married to my beautful wife, Lisa, and have three children, Maya (7), Ella (4), and Shaun II (3). They can be seen in the stands at every football game going crazy in Cy-Creek blue!
If you ever have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me at shaun.mcdowell@cfisd.net or 281-897-4200..
O'Dear, Joshua Head Coach Boys Soccer, 2nd Year @ Cy-Creek
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College:
Iowa State University
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Family:
Shannon, wife
Isabelle, daughter - 8
This is Coach O'Dear's second year at Cy-Creek High School. Coach O'Dear is originally from Iowa, and attended Iowa State University, where he received a bachelor's degree in Exercise and Sports Science with a minor in Coaching. He was the assistant varisty coach at Ames High School during his last two years at Iowa State. When arriving in Texas, Coach O'Dear was the assistant varsity coach at MacArthur High School for two years before becoming the head boys coach at George Bush High School. In the second season at Bush Coach O'Dear led the Broncos to the school's first playoff run, and also received District 20 5-A's "Coach of the Year". Coach O'Dear spent four years at George Bush High School before going to Katy Taylor High School for a year in 2005-06. He has spent the last three years as the head soccer coach over at Cy-Falls High School. Coach O'Dear completed his USSF National "C" license, and will be pursuing more soccer education in the future. Coach O'Dear enjoys playing soccer, whenever he can, and enjoys spending time with his wife, Shannon and seven year old daughter Isabelle.
Redner, J.D. Assistant Football Coach - Defensive Line, Assistant Track, 4th year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
Benavides, TX
High School:
Benavides High School
College:
Texas A&M - Kingsville
Birthday:
August 3
Family:
Molly, wife
Coach Redner, beginning his fourth year at Cypress Creek and his 10th overall, has made stops in South Texas and the Austin area before joining the Cougars. Coach Redner will be an assistant offensive line coach with the varsity and call the offense for the JV Silver. Coach Redner graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in History from A&M University-Kingsville in 2000 and will be teaching World Geography.
Coach Redner and his beautiful finacee, Molly, are very excited to be a part of the Cougar family and for the start of the 2007 season.
Reyes, Ronnie Freshmen Football Coach - Offensive & Defensive Line, JV Boys Basketball, 2nd Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
Runge, TX
High School:
Runge High School
College:
Southwest Texas State University
Birthday:
October 19
Coach Reyes is entering his first year at Cy-Creek and his seventh year overall. Coach Reyes serves as a Freshman Football Coach and Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach.
Coach Reyes is a graduate of Southwest Texas State University where he earned a Bachelors Degree in Exercise Sports Science.
Rodriguez, Heather Assistant Volleyball Coach, 1st Year @ Cy-Creek
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College:
Texas A&M
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Coach Heather Rodriguez is the Freshmen B volleyball coach at Cypress Creek High School. Her favorite sport and passion has always been volleyball, but is just starting out as a coach. Her focus, until recently, has just been in the sciences. Heather attended Texas A&M University and graduated with a degree in Biomedical Science. She is currently teaching chemistry and looks forward to learning and working with her volleyball girls!
Shipman, Jarrett JV Boys Soccer, 3rd Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
High School:
Mansfield High School
College:
University of Texas @ Arlington
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Family:
Taylor, wife
I am entering my second year of teaching and coaching at Cypress Creek. I graduated from Mansfield High School where I played soccer and football. After high school I attended Texas Tech University. My junior year I then transferred and graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a BA in History. I moved to the Houston area in the summer of 2008. I married my wife Taylor in June of 2009 and she is currently in her second year of law school at South Texas College of Law. I enjoy pretty much all sports. When I am not at school you can probably find me on the golf course or down at the beach.
Smith, Lance Football Wide Receivers Coach - 3rd Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
Houston, TX
College:
McNeese St. University
Lamar University
Birthday:
May 28
Family:
Vicki, wife
Ashlynn & Abigail, daughters
Coach Smith is beginning his 1st season as the Cougars wide receivers' coach after coaching at Langham Creek for 5 seasons. Coach Smith has been coaching 15 seasons and has been an Offensive Coordinator in Caldwell, TX and has had other stops at Jersey Village, Madisonville, and Smithson Valley.
Coach Smith holds a Bachelors Degree from McNeese St. University where he was an All-Conference catcher on the Cowboy Baseball Team before being drafted by the Houston Astros and playing for 3 seasons in their organization. Coach Smith also holds a Masters Degree from Lamar University.
Coach Smith has been married 19 years to his lovely wife Vicki. They have a two daughters Ashlynn (10), who participates in competitive cheerleading and Abigail (7) who excels in gymnastics at Cypress Academy.
Steely, Amber Assistant Tennis Coach, 5th Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
High School:
Cypress Creek
College:
Stephen F. Austin
Birthday:
Coach Amber Steely is the freshman and JV tennis coach. Like so many young tennis players she started by playing NWYTA and played varsity tennis at Cypress Creek all 4 years of high school. She continued playing intramural tennis in college at Stephen F. Austin State University. She taught science and coached tennis at Knox Middle School in Conroe from 1998 – 2000. In 2000 she moved back to CFISD and taught science at Labay Middle School from 2000-2007. In 2007 she came to Cypress Creek to teach Biology and Anatomy/Physiology. Amber currently plays HTA and USTA women’s doubles and singles and is excited to bring her many years of tennis experience to the Cougar Tennis Team.
Tatum, Ryan Assistant Girls Basketball Coach, 3rd Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
High School:
College:
Baylor
Family:
Kiana - Wife
Coach Ryan Tatum is the JV Girls’ Basketball Coach and an Assistant Girls’ Basketball coach. He is also a Freshman Football Coach. This is Coach Tatum’s third year teaching at Cy-Creek and his second year coaching. Coach Tatum began to feel the drive for coaching while serving as a basketball coach for multiple years in community youth leagues during high school. Coach Tatum holds a Bachelors Degree from Baylor University in Secondary Social Studies Education. While at Baylor, he was still able to feed his coaching desire as he volunteered with the Vanguard Prep. High School Basketball program in Waco, Texas. Coach Tatum also holds a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a Specialization in American History from Baylor University. Coach Tatum was married this past summer to Kiana.
Thomson, Ron Head Boys Basketball Coach, 8th Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
Greenville, AL
High School:
Greenville High School
College:
Cleveland State University & Ohio State University
Birthday:
June 16
Family:
Pam, wife
Chris, dog
My name is Ron Thomson. I have been teaching and coaching for the past 28 years. At Cypress Creek High School I teach a variety of physical education courses and in my "spare time", I coach the Varsity Boys' Basketball Team. I am beginning my 8th year at Cy-Creek and have been in the district for 10 years.
I am a native of the great state of OHIO and yes, I am a "Buckeye" all the way! I graduated and received my B.S. in Education from Cleveland State University and then moved on to "The Ohio State University" where I earned my M.A. in Education in 1981.
My wife Pam and I have been married for 23 glorious years! Pam is a Special Education teacher at Birkes Elementary. Our famly also includes our loyal companion, "Chris", who is a very large and gentle German Shepard which we adopted from the Austin German Sheppard rescue program several years ago.
Before coming to CFISD, Pam and I taught overseas in the International Schools system over a period of ten years. From Budapest to Frankfurt ........then Taipei to Abu Dhabi, we have many fond memories of our travels, adventures
and former students and colleagues.
As a proud Cy-Creek Cougar, I am looking forward to the 2011-2012 school year.
Throckmorton, Laura Assistant Girls Soccer Coach, 1st Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
High School:
Lone Peak
College:
Utah Valley University
Birthday:
Coach Laura Throckmorton is the Junior Varsity girls’ soccer coach at Cypress Creek High School. Laura came to Cypress Creek from Highland, Utah. She lettered on the Varsity team at Lone Peak High School, played 2 years at Graceland University NAIA, and finished at Utah Valley University NCAA Division I. Coach Throckmorton teaches Biology and holds a Bachelors Degree in Community Health from Utah Valley University. Laura teaches Biology.
Vacek, Bill Varsity Football - Inside Linebackers, Head Boys Track Coach, 15th Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
East Bernard, TX
High School:
East Bernard High School
College:
Tarleton State University
Birthday:
September 13
Family:
Mary, wife
Elizabeth, daughter - husband - Chris
Josh, son - wife - Tammy
Sarah, daughter
Will, grandson
Mr. Vacek is in his 29th year in education, teaching American History, World History, Government, Economics, Health and Physical Education. All but 3 years in his career have been in history and is very honored to be in the profession. In addition to his B.S. degree in History, he also holds a Masters degree in Educational Administration. He has taught in five other school districts beginning with the Katy I.S.D. in 1981. Mr. Vacek says he is proud to acknowledge the fact that 14 of his 30 years have been at Cypress Creek High school and all but one year teaching World History. Mr. Vacek is most often addressed as Coach Vacek, as he is the head track coach at Cypress Creek and varsity assistant football coach. Coach Vacek considers it an honor to be in the coaching profession, especially at Cypress Creek.
Wade, Ashley Assistant Softball Coach, 1st Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
High School:
Hargrave High School
College:
University of Illinois - Springfield
Birthday:
Coach Ashley Wade is the Freshman volleyball coach and JV softball coach. She graduated in 2003 from Hargrave High School in Huffman, TX where she played varsity volleyball all four years. She was also a multi sport athlete competing in basketball and track as well. She played for Texas Thunder Volleyball club in 2002 and 2003. Coach Wade received a full scholarship to play volleyball at the University of Illinois at Springfield where she played all four years. After earning her Bachelors degree in Communication in May 2007, Coach Wade continued her education and received a Master's degree in Communication in December 2008. Coach Wade had been a club volleyball coach for the past 8 years and she coached soccer and taught English at Klein High School last year. She is excited to join the cougar staff this year and looks forward to a great season!
White, Steve Tennis Assistant Coach, 12th Year @ Cy-Creek
Hometown:
Alexandria, LA
High School:
Nacogdoches High School
College:
Stephen F. Austin State University & Tulane University
Birthday:
June 18
Family:
Kathy, fiancè
Natalie, daughter
Luke, son
Coach White is in his 9th year at Cypress Creek and has been Assistant Tennis Coach for 6 years.
Coach White is a graduate of Nacogdoches High School
and Stephen F Austin State University with a Bachelor of Science degree
in Physical education and a minor in General Business. He has also
earned and MBA from Tulane University. His classroom assignment
includes; BCIS, Business Ownership and Business Law.
He has two
children (twins) age 23 Natalie and Lucas.
