SEASON OPENER.
Burbank at Medina Valley
Freshmen & JV · 5:30 PM
Varsity · 7:00 PM
BURBANK HIGH SCHOOL · SAN ANTONIO, TX
BUILT HERE.
EXPECTED
EVERYWHERE.
Good teammates. Great leaders.
Striving for competitive greatness.
PRIDE OF THE SOUTHSIDE2026 — 2027 ● GIRLS BASKETBALL
BE A GOOD TEAMMATE✦BE A GREAT LEADER✦STRIVE FOR COMPETITIVE GREATNESS✦
YOUR WEEK AT A GLANCE
THIS WEEK.
ISSUE #11.
Academics, attendance, tournament information, and the updates families need.
READ THE NEWSLETTER ↗READY FOR GAME DAY.
Rank One forms must be completed and verified. Varsity banner orders are due November 6.
FAMILY RESOURCES ↓01 / OUR PROGRAM
MORE THAN
A GAME.
A STANDARD.
Building young women.
Building a legacy.
Basketball is one of our greatest classrooms. Through commitment, adversity, teamwork, leadership, and competition, we prepare young women for success in school, athletics, and life.
Every player will be coached, encouraged, challenged, and given opportunities to grow. We develop good teammates and great leaders who pursue excellence on and off the court.
WHAT THAT LOOKS LIKE ↓PROTECT
THE TEAM.
DO NOTHING DETRIMENTAL
TO YOURSELF OR THE TEAM.
MAKE THE
TEAM BETTER.
OUR DAILY COMMITMENTS
EVERYONE HAS
A ROLE.
Coaches. Players. Parents.
One program. One shared standard.
Put the team first. Encourage others. Build trust. Protect our culture. Make people around you better.
COACHES
- Build relationships
- Communicate honestly
- Value every athlete
- Create a positive environment
PLAYERS
- Put the team first
- Encourage teammates
- Communicate positively
- Build trust
PARENTS
- Support the entire program
- Promote positive relationships
- Celebrate all athletes
- Support team initiatives
Leadership is influence. Leadership is behavior, not position.
COACHES
- Model standards
- Act with integrity
- Take ownership
- Lead professionally
PLAYERS
- Take ownership
- Lead by example
- Represent Burbank with pride
- Communicate respectfully
PARENTS
- Model sportsmanship
- Model accountability
- Communicate professionally
- Promote responsibility
Commit to improvement and pursue excellence every day.
COACHES
- Develop every player
- Provide honest feedback
- Put the team first
- Continue improving ourselves
PLAYERS
- Show up prepared
- Bring energy and effort
- Accept feedback
- Prioritize academics
- Pursue improvement daily
PARENTS
- Emphasize growth
- Support attendance
- Support academics
- Trust the development process
OUR PILLARS
Development / Accountability / We / Greatness / Standards
2026–27 / VARSITY
THE NAME
ON THE FRONT.
12 players. One team.
Meet your varsity Lady Bulldogs.
| # | Player | Class | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Nyila Botello | Senior | PG / SG |
| 1 | Gabby Flores | Junior | G |
| 2 | Alexis Hernandez | Junior | F |
| 3 | Julianna Castilleja | Sophomore | G |
| 4 | Abigail Martinez | Junior | G |
| 5 | Hailey Garza | Sophomore | G |
| 10 | Danielle Varela | Senior | G |
| 11 | Ashylnn Acosta | Freshman | G |
| 12 | Melody Garcia-Perez | Junior | G |
| 21 | Kathrine Uribe | Freshman | G |
| 24 | Lilliana Cervantes | Senior | F |
| 32 | Jaylin Estrada | Senior | C |
Source: 2026–27 MaxPreps varsity roster ↗. Roster updated October 28, 2026. G: guard · F: forward · C: center · PG: point guard · SG: shooting guard.
THE LADY BULLDOG BARK / ISSUE #11
LADY BULLDOG OF THE WEEK
JULIANNA
CASTILLEJA.
Congratulations to Julianna, our Lady Bulldog of the Week featured in Issue #11 of The Lady Bulldog Bark!
BE A GOOD TEAMMATE.
BE A GREAT LEADER.
STRIVE FOR COMPETITIVE GREATNESS.
02 / THE SEASON
OUR STORY IS
JUST BEGINNING.
The people. The work. The moments.
Lady Bulldog Basketball, 2026–27.
THE BEGINNING2026–27 SEASON FILM
NOVEMBER BASKETBALL
AWAY · SEASON OPENERAt Medina ValleyMedina Valley HS
Freshmen & JV · 5:30 PM
Varsity · 7:00 PM
AWAYAt SouthsideSouthside HS
Freshmen & JV · 5:00 PM
Varsity · 6:30 PM
TOURNAMENTHarlandale TournamentPool F · Thursday, November 12
Southwest · 2:00 PM
El Paso Socorro · 6:30 PM
McCollum HS · Dennis Smith Gymnasium
Friday & Saturday · Bracket play, times pending
HOME · HOME OPENERvs. SomersetBurbank HS
JV · 5:00 PM
Varsity · 6:30 PM
TOURNAMENTSAISD TournamentNov. 19 · St. Anthony · 7:00 PM
Nov. 20 · Opponents TBA · 10:00 AM & 3:00 PM
Nov. 21 · Schedule pending
Locations to be confirmed.
AWAY · THANKSGIVING BREAK GAMEAt NB Long CreekNB Long Creek HS
Freshmen & JV · 10:00 AM
Varsity · 11:30 AM
VIEW THE TWO-WEEK SCHEDULE ↓
Times are subject to change. Check SportsYou for confirmed details and tournament updates.
2026–27 SEASON OPENER
THE WAIT
IS OVER.
BURBANK AT
MEDINA VALLEY
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6
FRESHMEN / JV5:30 PM
VARSITY7:00 PM
FAMILIES: GAME-DAY SPORTSMANSHIP REMINDER ↓
THE NEXT TWO WEEKS
PLAN AHEAD.
SHOW UP READY.
November 2–15, 2026
All times Central · Check SportsYou for changes.
PRACTICE UPDATE
Wednesday and Thursday depend on Tuesday’s volleyball result. If volleyball wins: 6:00–8:00 AM. If volleyball loses: 4:30–6:30 PM, with varsity shooting 6:30–7:00 PM. Final confirmation will be posted on SportsYou.
WEEK 1 NOVEMBER 2–8
| Date | Event | Time & details |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Nov 2 | Varsity-only practice | 6:00–8:00 AM |
| Tue, Nov 3 | Volleyball playoff team event PROGRAM EVENT | No basketball practice. Bus leaves directly after school for Blossom Athletic Center. Transportation provided there and back. Student passes accepted; tickets $4. |
| Wed, Nov 4 | Basketball practice CONDITIONAL | Volleyball win: 6:00–8:00 AM. Volleyball loss: 4:30–6:30 PM; varsity shooting 6:30–7:00 PM. |
| Thu, Nov 5 | Basketball practice CONDITIONAL | Volleyball win: 6:00–8:00 AM. Volleyball loss: 4:30–6:30 PM; varsity shooting 6:30–7:00 PM. |
| Fri, Nov 6 | At Medina Valley GAME DAY | Freshmen & JV: 5:30 PM Varsity: 7:00 PM |
| Sat–Sun, Nov 7–8 | No event posted | Check SportsYou for any updates. |
WEEK 2 NOVEMBER 9–15
| Date | Event | Time & details |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Nov 9 | Practice schedule pending TO BE CONFIRMED | Practice details will be shared through SportsYou. |
| Tue, Nov 10 | At Southside GAME DAY | Southside HS Freshmen & JV: 5:00 PM Varsity: 6:30 PM |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Practice schedule pending TO BE CONFIRMED | Practice details will be shared through SportsYou. |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Harlandale Tournament · Pool F | Southwest: 2:00 PM El Paso Socorro: 6:30 PM McCollum HS · Dennis Smith Gymnasium 500 W. Formosa Blvd., San Antonio, TX 78221. |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Harlandale Tournament · Bracket play | Opponent, time, and location pending pool results. |
| Sat, Nov 14 | Harlandale Tournament · Bracket play | Opponent, time, and location pending bracket results. |
| Sun, Nov 15 | No event posted | Check SportsYou for any updates. |
POOL FINISH → 1st: Gold bracket · 2nd: Silver bracket · 3rd: Bronze bracket. Additional bracket details will follow pool play.
03 / THE FAMILY HUB
STAY CONNECTED.
STAY READY.
Everything families need.
One place to get started.
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SPORTSYOU
Our team communication platform. Parents and guardians can contact Coach Brown for group access.
TEAM FAMILIES: EMAIL COACH BROWN FOR ACCESSRANK ONE
Athletic forms & participation paperwork. Have your student ID ready.
QWIKCUT
Team film & player highlights.
PARENT & PLAYER GUIDE
Open or download the program handbook, expectations, and policies.
MAXPREPS
Lady Bulldogs schedules, scores & team information.
PARENT MEETING
Program expectations, season information & family responsibilities.
VIEW PDFFUNDRAISER FLYER
Digital discount card fundraiser. View the flyer and scan to support the program.
VIEW PDFPARENT SURVEY
Your feedback helps us build a positive experience for our athletes and families.
LADY BULLDOG TEAM STORE
Basketball apparel and spirit wear for athletes, families, and supporters.
HANDBOOKS & POLICIES
FAMILY BULLETIN
Parent meeting: thank you & presentation+
Thank you to the families who attended our parent meeting. A strong partnership between coaches, players, and families makes our program better. Review the presentation ↗ and send questions through SportsYou.
Rank One: all forms must be submitted and verified+
All student-athletes must have their Rank One forms completed and verified before participating in Friday’s game. Please complete any outstanding paperwork as soon as possible. Open the parent portal ↗. Questions about an individual athlete’s status should be handled through SportsYou.
Team photos & varsity individual banners+
Team and individual pictures are complete. Photo links were sent by text and email to the contacts provided at registration. If you have not received your link, contact Bailey Christian Studio at 210-825-4111.
Varsity individual banners cost $75. The order deadline is November 6. Enter the athlete’s name exactly as it should appear and include the jersey number. A proof will be sent for approval, and banners will be delivered to school. Orders after November 6 incur a late fee and shipping costs and may miss the first home game. Order a varsity banner ↗.
Game day & long sleeve shirt payments+
Short sleeve game day shirts and long sleeve travel/pregame shirts have been ordered. Cost: $29 per athlete. CashApp payments total $30, including the $1 processing fee. CashApp: $Bathleticbooster25. Please submit payment as soon as possible.
Vertical Raise: everyone participates+
Please help your athlete send her fundraiser link to at least 20 contacts, share it on social media, and follow up with family and friends. Contributions support opportunities and experiences for our student-athletes. View the fundraiser flyer ↗.
Help document our season+
Send action shots, team photos, travel photos, fan photos, and special moments through SportsYou. These memories will help us create the 2026–27 end-of-season presentation. Please also make sure athletes and parents/guardians are connected to the appropriate SportsYou groups.
GAME DAY / THE LADY BULLDOG WAY
CHEER WITH PRIDE.
LEAD WITH CLASS.
SPECTATOR REMINDER · TEXAS SB 2929
For school district- or UIL-sponsored or sanctioned athletic events, referees and other game officials may eject a spectator for inappropriate behavior without first giving a verbal warning. Please help keep our games positive and respectful for every athlete, family, and official.
Read SB 2929 · Texas Education Code §37.105(a-1) ↗IN THE STANDS
- Cheer for our team—not against the other team.
- Respect officials, opponents, coaches, and every athlete.
- Let players play, coaches coach, and officials officiate.
- Celebrate effort, teamwork, growth, and positive responses.
- Represent Burbank with pride, in person and online.
ON THE RIDE HOME
Give your athlete space to decompress. Listen when she is ready. Keep your support steady, regardless of the score or her playing time.
“I love you, and I enjoyed watching you play.”
Wait 24 hours after games before raising competition or playing-time concerns. Report urgent health, safety, or well-being concerns immediately.
FAMILIES MAKE THE TEAM BETTER
HELP FUEL
THE LADY BULLDOGS.
We are looking for parents and guardians to help organize team meals and snacks on game days. A little coordination can make a big difference for our athletes.
WAYS TO HELP
- Serve as a parent meal or snack coordinator.
- Help organize family contributions and pickup or delivery.
- Help identify local businesses interested in sponsoring a team meal.
- Pitch in when you can—every contribution is appreciated.
Please coordinate plans, timing, and food needs with the coaching staff before arranging a meal.
I’D LIKE TO HELP ↗Email Coach Brown · tbrown10@saisd.netLet us know whether you can coordinate, contribute, or help find a sponsor.
ATHLETE FIRST.
Players initiate conversations about their role and development. Families stay informed through SportsYou and the weekly team newsletter.
THE 24-HOUR RULE.
Wait 24 hours after games before raising competition or playing-time concerns. Urgent health, safety, and well-being concerns should be reported immediately.
STUDENT FIRST.
Academics come first. Our goals: 100% Honor Roll, a team GPA of at least 3.0, and team attendance of at least 90%.
A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
How is playing time determined?+
Playing time is earned through program investment, attitude, effort, skill level, and the ways an athlete impacts the team. Every athlete will be developed; playing time is not guaranteed.
When will coaches respond?+
Our goal is to respond within 24 hours on school days. Messages after 8 PM are generally answered the next day; weekend messages may be answered Monday. Games and travel can delay replies.
Are there practices and games during school breaks?+
Yes. The program practices and plays over Thanksgiving and Winter Break. Check SportsYou for the current schedule.
How can parents support the program?+
Support every athlete, model sportsmanship, encourage responsibility, and celebrate growth. Cheer for our team and help us make the program better.
PARENT & PLAYER GUIDE
OUR PROGRAM.
OUR PLAYBOOK.
Review the complete 2026–27 guide.
Standards, expectations, and family information.
04 / COACHING STAFF
ONE STAFF.
ONE PURPOSE.
Committed to developing the athlete
and the young woman.
TYLER
BROWN
Varsity · Program leadership
tbrown10@saisd.net ↗JAZIMAN
KING
Junior Varsity
MAGAN
MORAN
Freshmen
WE ARE BURBANK.
WE ARE DAWGS.
WE COMPETE.
GOOD TEAMMATES. GREAT LEADERS. COMPETITIVE GREATNESS.