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Ashley Richardson

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor

My name is Cheeks, yes Cheeks, it’s not weird. I am a senior and I am the sports section editor. I am socially awkward, kind of, don’t judge me. You’ll grow to love me, everybody does, eventually. It’s a great day to save lives people (if you don’t know what that means, I’m disappointed).

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Full House aired from Sep. 22, 1987 to May 23, 1995, broadcasting eight seasons and 192 episodes. Fuller House aired Feb. 26, 2016.

Review: Fuller House

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
August 20, 2016

It’s been over 21 years since the last episode of Full House aired, and Netflix just dropped the first 13 episodes of the new spin off: Fuller House. The original series filled family's homes with relatable life experiences, catchy phrases and humorous moments. Fuller House does the same but adds more...

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Heaven Conner, 11, hugs Peyton McGee, 11, after winning the third round of playoffs against Sulphur Springs. (Brandon Bosecker photo)

Girls’ Soccer Advances to Regional Semifinals

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
April 6, 2016

[Updated April 6] Sophomore Emily Lass walked into the game against Sulphur Springs with confidence. Getting into her zone, Lass kept quiet and prepared for the upcoming match. At the half, the score was tied, 0-0, however the Lady Broncos strategized and the team managed to score two points in the...

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Kade Strowd, 12, prepares to hit against Aledo in the first basbeall scrimmage of the season. Legacy defeated Aledo 10-7.

Varsity Baseball Hits The Field

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
February 10, 2016

Senior Cooper Keeney focuses on his offensive ability during his final season as a Bronco baseball player. With this being his senior year, Keeney has one goal in mind to end his career on a high note, State. Throughout off season, Keeney participated in multiple drills that helped improve his offensive...

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Benjamin Ritter, 12, waits to rebound a free throw verses Richardson High School.

Boys’ Basketball Seniors Focus on Final Season

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
December 21, 2015

Dribbling the ball down the court, senior Tanner Neufeldt, shooting guard, shoots and scores for the Broncos. With district starting Tuesday Dec. 15, the team prepares for the tough competition that stands ahead. “It’s supposed to be tough,” Neufeldt said. “We are in one of the toughest districts...

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Varsity Volleyball plays Summit on Tue. Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. at Mansfield High School.

Volleyball Advances to Quarter Finals

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
November 10, 2015

[Updated 11/10/15] After defeating Sulphur Springs in a 3-1 victory, varsity Volleyball moves on to face Summit High School on Nov. 10 at Mansfield High School. Senior Shelby Stewart hopes that her team will be able to put their best foot forward and play as well as they can. “I feel confident,”...

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Softball tryouts begin the third week of January.

Fall Ball: The Pre-Season That Starts it All

Ashley Richardson and Fernando Fernandez
October 22, 2015

With a new season approaching, senior Lisa Hart gets back into the swing of things with the help of fall ball. The varsity softball team participates in the fall ball games that are held on Wednesday nights at McKnight Park. Fall ball helps the team get to know each other better, as well as helping...

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Alanna Zaskoda and Ashley Richardson share their thoughts on football.

How We Feel About Football

Ashley Richardson and Alanna Zaskoda
September 25, 2015

Ashley Richardson  Although fanatics might find it hard to believe, including me, football always will be a favorite sport in Texas. Football manages to cause many differences among individuals. With the football season kicking off, us ‘non-football fans’ have a hectic run ahead of us. Now,...

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David Walden will coach at Willis High school after coaching at Legacy for six years.

Coach Walden Leaves After Six Years

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
June 1, 2015

As the Bronco baseball season comes to an end, so does the coaching career of head coach David Walden. Coaching at Legacy for six years now, Walden takes an offer at Willis High School that he just could not resist. Informing his team of his departure, he leaves behind the coaching experiences and...

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The varsity girls' soccer team takes on Dallas Samuels in Duncanville on Thursday, March 26 at 6:30 p.m.

Girls’ Soccer Looks to Go Further in Playoffs

Ashley Richardson and Jacob Friedberg
March 26, 2015

Focus and dedication finally paid off for the Legacy girls’ varsity soccer team this season as they finished second in their district. The team clinched their playoff spot by defeating Red Oak, putting them where they wanted to be in the district standings. Senior Stevie Riddle feels that finishing...

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What it Means to Be a Leader

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
December 25, 2014

Work ethic, character and a positive attitude make someone a good leader. Everyone has the potential to become a leader in whatever they want to, the challenge is whether or not they are willing to make themselves the one that their teammates look up to for help and advice. In softball, we elect...

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Ashley Richardson, 11, gives her opinion about a recent feminism video.

Thinking Past Football

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
October 17, 2014

Even though it might amaze some people, but, here at Legacy, there is such thing as sports other than football. Yes, I know it’s shocking, but it’s true. Actually, some of these other, somewhat hidden sports might even be better than the football team. Our school is made up of a group of students,...

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Ashley Richardson: Jersey Numbers

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
September 23, 2014

Everyone has a story behind their numbers they pick for their particular sport. Some say that there isn’t a specific reason for their choice, while others are so superstitious that they must have a certain number or else they won't play correctly. It all began for me when I was 6 years old, I was...

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Varsity game against Crowley High.

Football: Vote on Fox DFW to Air Legacy Game

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
September 16, 2014

The Legacy High school football game versus the Waxahachie Indians could be aired on live TV if everyone votes. Visit the My Fox DFW site and click on the Legacy versus Waxahachie game. Voting ends Thursday Sept. 18, 2014 and only 1 vote per day.

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Kenton Mayberry, 12, competes in long jump to secure his spot in state.

A Long Jump: Kenton Mayberry Places Ninth in State

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
May 20, 2014

Senior Kenton Mayberry clenched the title of regional champion and competed at the state track meet on May 9 at UT Austin. During the regional meet, Mayberry jumped 23’ 8” in the long jump competition and placed ninth in the state meet. “I felt like it was a prestigious event,” Mayberry said....

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Valentine's Day Toss-up

Valentine’s Day Toss-up

Ashley Richardson, Staff Writer
February 11, 2014

Valentine’s Day, the day girls take for granted, that is, if they are in a relationship. Girls treat Valentine’s Day like a second Christmas, longing for oversized teddy bears, chocolate candies and bundles of roses. Girls can even go overboard asking for new Nike tennis shoes or James Avery jewelry. As...

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Senior Sara Scott restocks toppings at her workplace, Blue Heaven.

Students Suffer Side Effects from After School Jobs

Trevor Byington and Ashley Richardson
January 24, 2014

Senior Sarah Scott has worked at Blue Heaven since March 2013, when her friends asked if she wanted to work there with them. After recommending her to the store manager, Scott received an interview and was hired shortly after. “I chose Blue Heaven because I had friends that worked there that liked...

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Sophomore Channa Parvin dribbles across the gym.

High Expectations: 5’3″ Girl Makes Varsity Basketball Team

Ashley Richardson, Staff Writer
November 7, 2013

Ask any of her fellow players on the Legacy basketball team and they will say sophomore Channa Parvin can move fast and handle the ball; they will say her height doesn't limit her. Parvin prepares herself by working on ball handling and weaving through obstacles to work on her quickness; she must have...

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High School Experiences

High School Experiences

Ashley Richardson, Staff Writer
September 13, 2013

As summer begins to fade, students prepare to dive back into school. School isn't usually the first topic on students’ minds, but they still know what to expect from the school and also themselves. Senior Ryan Wright has her own expectations for her senior year, not only from her teachers, but from...

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Shannon's Run honors Shannon Mabe, a social studies teacher at Danny Jones Intermediate School who passed away in 2015.

Shannon’s Run: MISD Honors Teacher With 5K Race

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
May 6, 2016

Shannon Mabe was one of the first teachers hired to work at Donna Shepherd Intermediate School when it initially opened. After teaching for 18 years, Ms. Mabe was diagnosed with Melanoma Cancer in 2012 and later passed away in 2015. Mansfield will host a 5K titled ‘Shannon’s Run’ in honor of...

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Channa Parvin, 12, dribbles the ball during the playoff game against South Oak Cliff. Legacy advanced after defeating South Oak Cliff 68-34.

Girls’ Basketball Advances to Area

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
February 12, 2016

[Updated Feb. 16] The girls' basketball team advanced to the Area playoff game after defeating South Oak Cliff 68-34. The team will face John Tyler High School Thursday, Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. at Forney High School. After making playoffs, the team dyed a section of their hair purple. Junior Grace...

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Review: Making a Murderer

Review: Making a Murderer

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
February 5, 2016

Lately, the Netflix industry has been booming with new hit series, but the most recent set of episodes, Making a Murderer, stole the show. With the intense storyline of Steven Avery’s life, giving detail into the work of lawyers and allowing the people to take a look into how the court system works,...

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Mansfield was named as the 17th best place to live in the nation and 2nd best place to live in Texas.

Mansfield Hosts Hometown Holiday Parade

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
December 4, 2015

Christmas season is here, and Mansfield knows just how to kick off the holidays. Over two nights, Mansfield will host the Hometown Holiday Parade consisting of a tree lighting ceremony and a parade in downtown Mansfield. On Dec. 4, Downtown Mansfield will host the annual tree lighting ceremony. With...

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The five MISD high schools with sports teams will be required to wear exclusively Under Armour product within three years.

MISD Signs Apparel Deal with Under Armour

Ashley Richardson and Jacob Friedberg
November 9, 2015

Mansfield ISD recently signed a five year contract with Under Armour. With this agreement now in effect, every sports program within MISD must wear their brand. Though the contract takes effect immediately, teams have until 2018 to be in full Under Armour gear. With Under Armour now sponsoring MISD,...

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The varsity football team prepares for the Homecoming game. The varsity squad has a bye week Oct 2.

Bye Week: Not Just a Week Off

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
October 8, 2015

With the district football season close to half over, the team gets a break this week. Although, a bye week is commonly thought of as an off week for the players, that is not how coaches and players view it. Bye weeks are determined as a district when the head coaches come together and form their...

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RLA Stadium off Broad Street

Home Field Advantage: How Football Game Locations are Selected

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
September 10, 2015

This season’s varsity football team plays one game at Vernon Newsom Stadium and five at R.L. Anderson Stadium (RLA) raising questions of inequity about distribution of games among MISD high schools. This year, Legacy will play at RLA five times, two of those games as visitors against Timberview and...

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Why Josh Hamilton is Good for the Texas Rangers

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
May 12, 2015

Baseball All-Star Josh Hamilton, former Texas Ranger outfielder, signed a $125 million contract to play for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in December of 2012. During the first two seasons with the Angels, Hamilton faced challenges in his health and marriage. Those challenges might just be what brings...

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Baseball Playoffs

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
April 7, 2015

As the varsity boys’ baseball team sets in on the road to state, they are tied with rival Waxahachie for the first place district title. The boys will play Waxahachie Friday, May 1 at 7 p.m., for the district title. This season has consisted of long practices organized around skill based drills...

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Seniors Braxton Thomas, Byron Edwards, Braylon Chandler, Ashley Felan, Khirah Madison and Taaj Bakari sign to play their sport in college.

Student Athletes Commit to Colleges

Ashley Richardson and Jacob Friedberg
February 16, 2015

With the help of friends, family and coaches, seven students will sign the contract to play their sport at their future college. Taaj Bakari, committed to play football at Oklahoma State University (OSU) looks forward to playing his sport in college. “It’s a good school and they always compete...

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Ashley Richardson, 11, gives her opinion about a recent feminism video.

Young Girls Dropping Bombs for Feminism: Too Far?

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
November 13, 2014

The recent video, “Potty-Mouthed Princesses Drop F-Bombs For Feminism,” disturbed most who watched it. The girls make it difficult to focus on the message of the video because of the constant vulgar language. The video was posted on Tuesday October 21, 2014 by an Ohio based company called FCKH8. The...

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Jake Weith Breaks School Record in Cross Country

Jacob Friedberg and Ashley Richardson
October 13, 2014

Senior Jake Weith competed in the Fort Worth Invitational cross country meet on Sept. 13, 2014. He ran the race just as he always would, but got a sense of excitement after crossing the finish line. Weith ran the 5K race in 15:36, breaking the previous set school record of 15:55, finishing fourth...

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Tips To Avoid Theft

Tips To Avoid Theft

Ashley Richardson, Staff Writer
June 3, 2014

Intruders invade the personal belongings of individuals, leaving them emotionally hurt and distraught. Not only do they take valuables, but they also take sentimental things. When leaving your home, take precautions in order to avoid having an incident occur. Hide all electronics When leaving...

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Reagan Wright, 10, prepares to drive the ball.

Softball Team Advances in Playoffs

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
May 1, 2014

The Legacy Bronco Softball team played strong and defeated the Tigers in a two game sweep. According to players, the Bronco offense and defense was a key aspect of the game. “I feel good about how we played in the first round of playoffs,” sophomore Reagan Wright said. “We played well on all...

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Top Apps of 2013

Top Apps of 2013

Ashley Richardson, Staff Writer
February 6, 2014

Ever since the iPhone, released in 2007 and iPad, released in 2010, technology, applications and games have dominated peoples’ daily routines. Even though 2013 has come and gone, the amazing top hit applications still remain. iPhone Apps Candy Crush Saga: In the sweetest game students will ever...

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Why I Still Love Josh

Why I Still Love Josh

Ashley Richardson, Staff Writer
January 7, 2014

Josh Hamilton, former Texas Rangers All-Star, carries on his love of baseball with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Nobody seems to remember all the amazing things Hamilton did for the Rangers, both offensively and defensively, yet everyone remembers the negative aspects of his time as a Ranger. Josh...

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Sara Scott, 12, works on her throw during practice.

Softball Players to Open Season Confidently

Ashley Richardson, Staff Writer
September 23, 2013

The Legacy Bronco softball team starts to buckle down as they mentally and physically prepare for the upcoming season. As the players speculated on their past experiences of last season as Semi-Finals champions, they now start to focus on what they need to improve upon. Senior returner, Sarah Scott,...

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Ryan Hill, 10, prepares to hit during a district game.

Q&A With the Bronco Baseball Team

As sophomore Ryan Hill walks up to the plate, he tries to stay as focused as possible. The crowd yelling his name, the pitcher digging his cleats in the mound, so many things are going on around him, but he must relax. The pitch is thrown and Hill makes contact. A run scores and the Broncos win. “The...

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(Brandon Bosecker photo)

Bronco History: Girls’ Basketball Advances to Regional Quarterfinals

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
February 19, 2016

The final buzzer sounded as John Tyler chunked the basketball at the goal for a last second shot. In a second that felt like time stopped, the players and fans watched as the ball fell to the floor, missing the basket that could have tied the game. Legacy defeated the number six ranked high school (in...

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Football seniors Brett Bloodworth, Darryl Thomas, Jermaine Brealy and Austin Franks sign to their select colleges on National Signing Day.

National Signing Day: Football Seniors Sign to College

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
February 3, 2016

With second semester starting, senior athletes start choosing where they want to attend college. College scouts watched the football games and picked their favorites, and athletes choose between the offering schools. National football signing day is Wednesday, Feb. 3. Senior Austin Franks signed...

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Freshman football goes undefeated, completing season 10-0.

Football History: Freshmen Go Undefeated

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
November 12, 2015

Freshman wide receiver, Jorden Melson, sprints to the end zone to catch the touchdown pass from quarterback Jaylen Catalon. Running to the sidelines, the two share a handshake and the team realizes what they just accomplished. The freshman football team went undefeated, winning district, for the...

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Noah Syndergaard starts game 3 of the World Series

Legacy Grad Noah Syndergaard Starts Game 3 of World Series

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
October 29, 2015

When Noah Syndergaard played for Legacy, he pitched for about 100 fans on Friday nights. Now, wearing number 34 as a starting pitcher for the New York Mets, Syndergaard will start game three of the World Series, pitching in front of over 45,000 fans and being televised on Fox Sports networks. Syndergaard...

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Varsity volleyball gets together after winning a match against Summit.

Varsity Volleyball Prepares for Second Set of District

Ashley Richardson and Ava Green
September 28, 2015

Legacy varsity volleyball prepares to start their second round of district. Looking ahead at two of their top competitors, Summit and Waxahachie, the team stays focused on their district journey through district. Bethany Ross, 12, enjoys the fight that the team holds, and looks forward to the rest of...

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Cooper Keeney, 12, cheers on the football team during the Legacy vs Lovejoy game.

Hear Me Roar

Ashley Richardson and Jacob Friedberg
September 4, 2015

Just minutes before the football game starts, the well known lion enters the gates. Wearing a tan fursuit finished with paws and a lion mane, he is the topic of choice during pre-game. Since it takes only seconds for him to get into character, he slips into his attire, which he keeps close by in the...

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District Champions: Baseball Advances to Playoffs

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
May 5, 2015

As the varsity boys’ baseball team sets in on the road to state, they defeated Waxahachie Friday, May 1, for the first place district title. This season has consisted of long practices organized around skill based drills and conditioning. The boys’ prepare for yet another playoff run, with state...

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Channa Parvin plays varsity basketball against

Channa Parvin

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
January 6, 2015

From basketball practice to the doctor’s office, junior Channa Parvin, a varsity basketball player, has a busy schedule for an athlete. Parvin does not fall into the group of ordinary athletes, however, she is one on the team everyone should look up to. Her adversities help define her character as...

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Volleyball Regional Quarterfinals to take place November 11 against Waxahachie.

Volleyball Set to Play Waxahachie in the Regional Quarterfinals

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
November 11, 2014

The Legacy varsity volleyball team is set to play the Waxahachie Indians in the Regional Quarterfinal playoff game on Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Duncanville High School. "We want fans because they get us pumped and motivate us to do well," senior Jamsine Jones said. "Their energy gives us energy."

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Byron Edwards, 12, Leads the team out before the game.

Football Team Adopts New Motto

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
October 3, 2014

Throughout the years, the Legacy football team has acquired team mottos. The mottos change from year to year because of a new senior class taking over the field. However, the previous mottos never disappear, the new ones just get added on. This years motto has officially been recognized as ‘Respect...

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Senior quarterback, Sheldon Hogan, high fives fans after victory against Lovejoy.

Football Team Achieves First Victory of the Season

Ashley Richardson, Sports Editor
September 4, 2014

The stands filled up minutes before the first game of the season took place and the pressure built on the Legacy football team. While returners had high expectations for the young newcomers, the newcomers just soaked in all the roaring and dedicated fans for the first time. Senior Sheldon Hogan, starting...

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Gluten Free: The Adverse Effects of Celiac Disease

Gluten Free: The Adverse Effects of Celiac Disease

Ashley Richardson, Staff Writer
April 16, 2014

According to the Celiac Foundation Website, Celiac disease, the constant battle of the digestive system attacking itself everytime gluten enters the body, affects 1 in every 100 people worldwide. Celiac disease forces people to change their diet because gluten is common in many foods. When people...

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Bailee Meals has a genetic disorder know as Cystic Fibrosis.

Bailee Meals

Ashley Richardson, Staff Writer
February 4, 2014

Sophomore Bailee Meals’ morning routine takes longer than other students. Meals has a genetic disease called Cystic Fibrosis, also known as CF. Every morning she wakes up and does a daily treatment for her CF. Meals, diagnosed with CF at five months old, continuously got misdiagnosed by doctors....

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A Day of Softball

A Day of Softball

Ashley Richardson, Staff Writer
December 17, 2013

Laughter fills the track as the Legacy softball team continues with their fall workouts. They all know when to pay attention, yet they have fun at the same time. When they finish stretching on the track, they hustle into the field house to do their final lifting of the season. They begin first with...

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Internet Security: Students Seek to Remain Safe Online

Internet Security: Students Seek to Remain Safe Online

Ashley Richardson, Staff Writer
November 1, 2013

Almost all students use social media networks such as Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. However, users don’t understand that hackers can easily trace their location through a post or a picture on the users’ profiles. “It is scary that people can easily track your location,” sophomore Callie...

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Former Legacy student, Alex Richardson, was 19 years old when his rock stacking love began.

Alex Richardson

Ashley Richardson, Staff Writer
January 10, 2013

Alex Richardson’s rocky artwork began to draw attention to the locals living in Galveston. The calm, sandy beaches were soon filled with dozens of this unknown artist’s work. Most people wondered while some just ignored. Former Legacy student, Alex Richardson, was 19 years old when his rock stacking...

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