3 Klein ISD Athletes Named Touchdown Club Finalists
Three Klein ISD athletes have been nominated for the 42nd annual Touchdown Club of Houston UIL High School Awards celebration that took place on December 8, 2021.
Klein Forest’s Kendrick Bradley, Klein Cain’s Matthew Golden, and Klein Cain’s Lukia Rawls showed us what their grit and determination could achieve: game wins and undeniable stats.
Kendrick Bradley was the district’s leading rusher with a record 1,652 yards. Bradley, who finished in our state’s top 5 in rushing yards, helped the Klein Forest Golden Eagles get their first district win in 10 years! The Eagle Offensive MVP completed his high school career with nearly 3,000 yards and 38 touchdowns.
Klein Cain football had a stellar season, reaching the playoffs once again as the young program’s growth and exceptional athletes continue to stun the community each year.
Lukia Rawls is a 2021 15-6A Defensive Player of the Year with an impressive 17 sacks. Rawls was a vital key to the Hurricane’s defense, with over 60 tackles that helped Klein Cain reach the playoffs. The Air Force football commit had a power stat and made the 2021 All-District First Team.
Matthew Golden, a promising dual-threat recruit with over 20 school offers, had a break-out season with over 1,400 yards and 12 touchdowns this season! Golden was a 2021 football team captain and an ESPN top 300 recruit in the nation, making him a must-watch prospect. The 4-Star wide receiver was named the 15-6A Offensive Player of the Year and made All-District First team. Golden finishes his high school career with nearly 4,000 yards and 37 total touchdowns.
Klein ISD congratulates these fine, young men as they proudly represent the school district both academically and athletically on and off the field as true leaders! We wish them all the best with their accomplishments and future aspirations continuing their success as student athletes.
Best Public Schools in Texas
Klein ISD has an established 84-year history of excellence and innovation in education with unique pathways for EVERY student in our care to ensure learners are college, career, military, and life ready. With recognition for STEM, athletics, fine arts, and academics from highly-esteemed organizations, it is clear that Our Shared Vision of every student entering with a promise and exiting with a purpose is a reality for EVERY student who walks through our doors.
About Klein ISD
Klein ISD is a school district in Klein, Texas, located in northwestern Harris County. The district spans approximately 88 square miles and serves more than 53,000 students in 33 elementary schools, 10 intermediate campuses, one high school program of choice, and 5 high schools.
Help Us Share Your Story
There are so many incredible individuals in the Klein Family making a lasting impact on our community. We want to recognize and celebrate our leaders and learners that are cultivating talent, building relationships, reimagining learning and making Promise2Purpose a reality daily. Share your story here: https://kleinfamily.net
