Tyler High School senior Kalyse Buffin inked her letter of intent today to attend Trinity Valley Community College to play basketball. The signing ceremony took place in the gymnasium before her family, teammates, and coaches.
“When you mention Tyler High Girls Basketball, Kalyse Buffin will be one name that will always stand out,” Head Coach Bobby Reynolds said. “From the time she took the court as a freshman on varsity, Kalyse took control of the team and never looked back. Her passion for the game has fueled her desire to surpass all expectations that have been set by many. The countless hours of practice she put into the sport have helped her become one of the best that has ever played for Tyler High.”
Coach Reynolds expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to coach Kalyse over the past two years. He noted that having a leader like her in the program made his job much easier, as she is driven by a strong desire to win and succeed in life. While Kalyse is irreplaceable, he emphasized that she has paved the way for others to uphold the high standard she helped establish. Her influence extends beyond the game, demonstrating what it means to be a true winner both on and off the court.
Buffin surpassed 2,000 career points during her senior campaign and was honored with her second-straight District Most Valuable Player award. After the season, she was named a TGCA All-State, TGCA All-Region, Azalea All-Star, THSCA Academic All-State, and TABC Academic All-State selection for the second consecutive season.
“Kalyse made Tyler High Lady Lion Basketball a better program,” Reynolds said. “Her better days are ahead. Go be great at the next level. Kalyse has left a legacy that will always be remembered at Tyler High School.”
Career Stats: 18.2 points per game, 5.6 rebounds, 4.1 assists, 3.8 steals
Accolades: 2024 & 2025 TGCA All-State, 2024 & 2025 TGCA All-Region, 2024 & 2025 THSCA All-State Academic Team, 2024 & 2025 TABC All-Academic Team, 2024 & 2025 TGCA All-Star Team, 2025 Azalea All-Star Team, 2024 Tyler High School MVP, 2024 Best Preps Girls Basketball Player of the Year, 2024 & 2025 District MVP, District Offensive Player of the Year, District Newcomer of the Year, back-to-back district champion, 3x Bi-District Champion, Area Champion, 4x Academic All-District, 2300+ career points
For more information, contact Reese Lannon at Reese.Lannon@TylerISD.org.