Business Details
8 Years
experience
Your Source for High School Sports News & Events in Texas
VYPE, founded in 2018, is a premier provider of high school and youth sports content dedicated to celebrating student-athletes through comprehensive coverage. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, we specialize in live streaming, digital and print magazines, event production, photography, and rankings across multiple states including Texas, Alabama, and Louisiana. Our team delivers exclusive storytelling through platforms like VYPE Live, VYPE U, and partnerships with FloSports, reaching national audiences. With a focus on elevating local talent, we provide recruitment opportunities and scholarships while maintaining a commitment to community engagement. Our experienced staff combines cutting-edge technology with deep industry knowledge to deliver authoritative coverage of football, basketball, volleyball, and more.Trusted by schools, athletes, and fans, we adhere to strict editorial standards ensuring transparency and reliability in all our content. Through annual events like Media Days and 7v7 tournaments, we create immersive experiences that highlight athletic excellence. Our partnerships with brands like Boost Mobile and LOVB enhance our ability to deliver premium programming. With over 6,000 hours of annual live content, we maintain a leadership position in high school sports media. Our Google-compliant content prioritizes user value while demonstrating deep expertise through player rankings, game recaps, and recruitment insights.
Services
Live Event Streaming
Digital Magazines
Sports Rankings
Photography Services
Event Production
Recruitment Analysis
Video Content Creation
Fan Polls
Game Highlights
Athlete Features
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We offer 6,000+ hours of annual live sports coverage across 160+ teams
- Our platform combines expert analysis with immersive multimedia content
- We maintain partnerships with FloSports for national broadcast distribution
- Our staff includes experienced sports journalists and event producers
- We provide recruitment exposure for student-athletes through detailed rankings
Services
Live Event Streaming
Deliver live high school sports coverage through digital platforms. Serve schools and fans seeking real-time game access. Provide national exposure for athletes while maintaining broadcast quality standards.
Digital Magazines
Produce regional sports magazines featuring athlete profiles and game recaps. Target schools and families needing professional content distribution. Combine visual storytelling with in-depth analysis of local programs.
Sports Rankings
Develop weekly rankings for basketball and volleyball programs. Help athletes gain recruitment visibility through data-driven evaluations. Maintain transparency in ranking methodologies for school accountability.
Event Production
Organize Media Days and 7v7 tournaments for athlete exposure. Create immersive experiences that showcase talent to recruiters. Combine photography, video, and live competition elements in event planning.
Recruitment Analysis
Track college commitments and recruitment trends for top prospects. Provide schools with visibility metrics that demonstrate program success. Maintain updated information through partnerships with college coaches.
People
Shane Hildreth
CEO
As founder and CEO, Shane leads VYPE's strategic growth since its 2018 launch. He oversees content operations and national partnerships while maintaining focus on youth sports development.
Matt Malatesta
Editorial Director
Matt directs content creation and manages regional markets. With extensive high school sports knowledge, he hosts the On My Whistle podcast and coordinates statewide coverage strategies.
Jackson DiPasquale
Senior Photographer
Jackson captures key moments through photography and video production. His work appears in media days, game highlights, and athlete features across multiple states.
Questions
What sports does VYPE Media cover?
We cover football, basketball, volleyball, baseball, and more across high school programs in Texas and surrounding states.
How can I access live games?
Live streams are available through our FloSports partnership with annual PRO subscription access across multiple devices.
Do you cover both public and private schools?
Yes, our coverage includes both public and private institutions like Prestonwood Christian Academy and traditional public schools.
How do you handle athlete recruitment information?
We provide detailed recruitment updates and rankings while maintaining NCAA compliance for student-athlete eligibility.
Can I submit content or event suggestions?
Community engagement is encouraged through comments and local event submissions via our online platform.
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