Cody Davenport isn’t the kind of CEO who spends his days behind a desk, distant from the work that drives the heart of his organization. Instead, the leader of the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo is a hands-on, boots-in-the-dirt Texan who can often be found alongside volunteers, loading livestock, or training with his staff … Read more
I remember it well. We were in the Williamsons’ backyard, playing our usual brand of neighborhood baseball, a mix of hustle, imagination, and questionable judgment. I got hold of a great pitch and sent it soaring…straight through the neighbor’s kitchen window. We all scattered like we were running from the law. A few yards later, … Read more
When Fire Chief Manny Casarez pinned the firefighter’s badge on his son, it wasn’t just a career milestone – it was the culmination of two decades of service, sacrifice, and purpose. Now leading the Boerne Fire Department, Casarez brings that same spirit of dedication to the Kendall County community every day. Originally drawn to firefighting … Read more
Mothers have a way of telling us exactly what we need to hear, even when it is not what we want to hear. For my mother, Scottie Florene Leech, this was her specialty. Scottie could cut through distractions, set the game plan, and make sure we didn’t waste time worrying about the wrong things. Sometimes … Read more
In spring 1989, coach Terry Morris taught the importance of “blooming where you’re planted,” emphasizing that fulfillment isn’t found in better circumstances but in embracing one’s current situation. Easter symbolizes transformation from within, reminding us that life can flourish even in hardships. Trusting God’s plan allows us to experience renewal daily.
As March Madness unfolds, basketball fans everywhere agonize over brackets that inevitably unravel by the first weekend. It’s a season that reminds us of the unpredictability of competition and the importance of perspective. And yet, amid the chaos of missed shots and buzzer-beaters, valuable life lessons emerge—not just about basketball, but about life itself. In … Read more
Building a Legacy: The Kendall Gentleman Takes Flight It’s hard to put into words the incredible energy and enthusiasm surrounding the launch of The Kendall Gentleman. When I first envisioned this magazine, I hoped it would resonate with men who value integrity, leadership, and tradition—men who take pride in their role as providers, protectors, and … Read more
As I reflect on nearly four decades of coaching and directing athletics in Boerne ISD and teaching a weekly Bible study at First Baptist Church, one truth continues to shape my life; God is in charge, nobody else. This simple but profound reality has guided me on and off the court, in victories and defeats, … Read more