Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: San Antonio College Entry Title: The Fighter: How a Lost Young Man Found His Way at San Antonio College Entry Credit: Olivia Rico Judge Comment: The writer clearly built trust with her subject to tell his delicate story so powerfully.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Rice Entry Title: Rice legend Frank Ryan remembered for athleticism, intelligence, perseverance Entry Credit: Andersen Pickard Judge Comment: An excellent obituary that captured a very full life.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Tarrant County College Entry Title: Looking for answers Entry Credit: Hope Smith Judge Comment: A powerful feature about a family grappling with the unexplained death of a loved one. His character shines through.
Place Name: Honorable Mention Contestant Name: San Antonio College Entry Title: For History Professor, Empathy, Games Are Vital Tools Entry Credit: Legaci Lee Judge Comment: The writer really captured the motivations of this professor, which isn't always easy.
