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[File photo] Payton Hyden, 11,  digs the ball at a varsity volleyball game.

[Photo] Volleyball Begins District Play

Melissa De La Cruz, Personalities Editor
September 17, 2019

[File photo] Payton Hyden, 11, digs the ball at a varsity volleyball game.

Matthew McCoy, 11, presents his AP English project to his peers after school. English students will present their projects at open house on Jan. 14.

[Photo] AP English Students Present Projects

Zach Planche, Staff Writer
January 14, 2019

Matthew McCoy, 11, presents his AP English project to his peers after school. English students will present their projects at open house on Jan. 14.

Members of the Legacy Chamber Choir perform. They have prepared for the Festival di Voce all year, and will have a run through performance at the PAC on April 24.

[Photo] Chamber Choir Prepares for Festival Concert

Kathryn Pedroza, Staff Writer
April 24, 2018

Members of the Legacy Chamber Choir perform. They have prepared for the Festival di Voce all year, and will have a run through performance at the PAC on April 24.

Key Club Helps the Community

Key Club Helps the Community

Ellie Brutsche
February 12, 2018

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[Photo] Dance

Sembree Yeary, Staff Writer
September 21, 2017

Grant Johnson, 12, jumps over a defender during the Broncos' third round playoff match against North Forney. The Broncos won 45-35 to advance to the fourth round.

[Photo] Legacy Finds an Even Opponent in Lone Star

Jorden Melson, Staff Writer
December 6, 2017

Grant Johnson, 12, jumps over a defender during the Broncos' third round playoff match against North Forney. The Broncos won 45-35 to advance to the fourth round.

Christian Hachat, 11, performs in the storybook theater for elementary school students.

[Photo] Theater Holds Storybook Performance

Kathryn Pedroza, Staff Writer
November 17, 2017

Christian Hachat, 11, performs in the storybook theater for elementary school students.

[Video] LBTV: Homecoming Recap

October 21, 2017

Recap of Legacy’s win against Waxahachie on Oct. 20

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Ty Bentley, 10, gets in position to begin a play during a football game.

[Photo] Ty Bentley: Following Through

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
October 4, 2017

Ty Bentley, 10, gets in position to begin a play during a football game.

Megan Novak, 10, serves the ball to the 3rd girls doubles team from Midlothian on Aug. 29. 
Varsity tennis will play again Sep. 12 at Timberview. (Ellie Brutsche photo)

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Tennis

September 1, 2017

Megan Novak, 10, serves the ball to the 3rd girls doubles team from Midlothian on Aug. 29. Varsity tennis will play again Sep. 12 at Timberview. (Ellie Brutsche photo)

Nate Rombach, 10, high fives his teammates as his name is called in the starting lineup.

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Baseball Playoffs

June 2, 2017

Nathan Rooney, 10, throws to the first baseman.

Keslyn King, 10, watches the volleyball as it comes down to hit her arms at the varsity game on Sept. 20.

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Varsity Volleyball

September 22, 2016

Keslyn King, 10, watches the volleyball as it comes down to hit her arms at the varsity game on Sept. 20.

The team celebrates in the final seconds of their game against Aledo. They defeated Aledo 1-0.

[Photo] Girls Soccer: State Tournament Preview

Jorden Melson, Sports Editor
April 16, 2019

The team celebrates in the final seconds of their game against Aledo. They defeated Aledo 1-0.

Christine Holley, 11, performs during the Homecoming pep-rally.

[Photo] Christine Holley: It’s Not All Black And White

Micaih Thomas, Entertainment Editor
February 19, 2019

Christine Holley, 11, performs during the Homecoming pep-rally.

Junior Brooke Johnson and sophomore Jordyn Folsom wear shorts and ripped jeans now allowed by new dress code.

[Photo] How To Adult: College Visit 101

Summer Barakat, Staff Writer
September 4, 2018

Junior Brooke Johnson and sophomore Jordyn Folsom wear shorts and ripped jeans now allowed by new dress code.

At the Legacy's annual Westside Picnic, Lexus Ramos, 11, and Michael Cooper, 10 pose in front of a photo booth made by the student council. The picnic encourage community among all of Legacy's feeder schools.

[Photo] Westside Picnic

Ryland Mallett, Staff Writer
April 17, 2018

At the Legacy's annual Westside Picnic, Lexus Ramos, 11, and Michael Cooper, 10 pose in front of a photo booth made by the student council. The picnic encourage community among all of Legacy's feeder schools.

Jalen Catalon, 11, tries to find an open receiver that can catch the football. Catalon was injured later on in the football game. (Ellie Brutsche)

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Football Playoffs Round Five

December 18, 2017

Jalen Catalon, 11, tries to find an open receiver that can catch the football. Catalon was injured later on in the football game. (Ellie Brutsche)

Senior Justin O'shields (#20)  runs out of the tunnel prior to varsity football's match against Lake Ridge on Oct. 27.  The first round of playoffs will be on Nov. 17.

[Photo] Broncos Head to the First Round of Playoffs

Kendra Washington and Major Melson
November 15, 2017

Senior Justin O'shields (#20) runs out of the tunnel prior to varsity football's match against Lake Ridge on Oct. 27. The first round of playoffs will be on Nov. 17.

Cross Country participated in the Mansfield Invitational on Sept. 22. Sophomore Harmoni Turner finishes 4th in varsity women, and is the only Legacy runner moving on to UIL Regional Cross Country Meet.

[Photo] Turner Runs Through the Competition

Major Melson, Staff Writer
October 23, 2017

Cross Country participated in the Mansfield Invitational on Sept. 22. Sophomore Harmoni Turner finishes 4th in varsity women, and is the only Legacy runner moving on to UIL Regional Cross Country Meet.

Legacy theater performs 'Faith County'.

[Photo] Review: ‘Faith County’

Cameron Dudzinski, Staff Writer
October 6, 2017

Legacy theater performs 'Faith County'.

Junior Saella Ware brainstorms project ideas for Enviromental Club.

[Photo] Environmental Club

Jordyn Folsom, Features Editor
February 18, 2016

Junior Saella Ware brainstorms project ideas for Enviromental Club.

Varsity Football sprints on to the field. Varsity played at Aledo on 9/15 and loses 24-3. (Ellie Brutsche Photo)

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Aledo Football Game

September 20, 2017

Cameron Clark, 11, throws the ball while avoiding the opponent. Clark makes the throw to his receiver. (Ellie Brutsche Photo)

Megan Novak, 10, serves the ball to the 3rd girls doubles team from Midlothian on Aug. 29. 
Varsity tennis will play again Sep. 12 at Timberview. (Ellie Brutsche photo)

Megan Novak, 10, serves the ball to the 3rd girls doubles team from Midlothian on Aug. 29. Varsity tennis will play again Sep. 12 at Timberview. (Ellie Brutsche photo)

Keslyn King, 10, watches the volleyball as it comes down to hit her arms at the varsity game on Sept. 20.

[Photo] Volleyball Spikes for Playoffs

Jorden Melson, Staff Writer
October 7, 2016

Varsity volleyball plays Waxahachie on September 20th. Keslyn King, sophomore.

The girl's soccer team celebrates after winning the regional game. The team will play in the state semi-finals on April 18 at 12 p.m.

[Photo] Girl’s Soccer State Playoff Information

Sarah Akande, Staff Writer
April 14, 2019

The girl's soccer team celebrates after winning the regional game. The team will play in the state semi-finals on April 18 at 12 p.m.

Dance students prepare for the fall recital. The recital will be held at Willie Pigg on Dec. 3 at 6:30 p.m.

[Photo] Dance To Perform Fall Recital

Jada Gantt, Staff Writer
November 30, 2018

Dance students prepare for the fall recital. The recital will be held at Willie Pigg on Dec. 3 at 6:30 p.m.

Lindsey Blakely, 12, dances in the center of a circle at prom. The DJ's handed out glowing foam noodles after awards were given out. (Ellie Brutsché photo)

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Prom

May 18, 2018

Lindsey Blakely, 12, dances in the center of a circle at prom. The DJ's handed out glowing foam noodles after awards were given out. (Ellie Brutsché photo)

Michael Cooper, 10, and Lexus Ramos, 11, pose in front of the photo booth.  The photo booth was made by student council just for the picnic. (Ellie Brutsche photo)

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Westside Picnic

April 18, 2018

Michael Cooper, 10, and Lexus Ramos, 11, pose in front of the photo booth. The photo booth was made by student council just for the picnic. (Ellie Brutsche photo)

Major Melson, 10, is congratulated by Bronco fans after their fourth round win. (Ellie Brutsché photo)

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Football Playoffs Round Four

December 9, 2017

Major Melson, 10, is congratulated by Bronco fans after their fourth round win. (Ellie Brutsché photo)

Grant Johnson, 12, hurdles over the defending team and continues on to score a touchdown. Legacy won against North Forney 45-35. (Ellie Brutsche photo)

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Football Playoffs Round Three

December 4, 2017

Coach Chris Melson talks to Jalen Catalon, 11, and gives advice about the game. Catalon was pulled out of the game for a cramping leg and then went back in to throw a touchdown pass. (Ellie Brutsche photo)

Theater cast performs a scene from Faith County. The show ran from Oct. 5 through Oct. 8.

[Photo] Theater Wraps Up First Production of 2017

Jazmine Necessary, Staff Writer
October 10, 2017

Theater cast performs a scene from Faith County. The show ran from Oct. 5 through Oct. 8.

Abigail Walker, 12, leads the varsity drill team on to the football field. The drill team introduced the varsity football team. (Ellie Brutsche photo)

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Lancaster Football Game

October 6, 2017

Kaymin Edwards, 12, performs at the varsity football game during halftime. Edwards performed with the other color guard members at Lancaster. (Ellie Brutsche photo)

Brayden Hodgest, 10, high fives crowd members during a football game.

[Photo] Brayden Hodgest: A Motivated Mindset

Major Melson, Staff Writer
September 27, 2017

Brayden Hodgest, 10, high fives crowd members during a football game.

V Tennis competes in matches against Midlothian on Aug. 29. Megan Novak, 10

V Tennis competes in matches against Midlothian on Aug. 29. Megan Novak, 10

Keyona Thomas, 12, dances with friends at Legacy's senior prom.

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Prom

May 11, 2017

Keyona Thomas, 12, dances with friends at Legacy's senior prom.

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