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Kendra Washington

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor

My name is Kendra Washington. I am a senior with a love for Jesus, writing, singing, football and people. I’m the Sports Editor for TheRiderOnline.com and a manager for Bronco football.

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Final Blog: Kendra Washington

Final Blog: Kendra Washington

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
May 19, 2018

The end of an era. I could only call this moment a weird experience, trying to sum up four years of crazy into a couple of paragraphs while also acknowledging that the crazy ends soon. High school has been four years of being everything I was not while I was on my way to finding out who I am. And...

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Akim Bangwiha,12, walks with Coach Michael Keel during varsity soccer's match against Lancaster on Jan. 26.

Akim Bangwiha: Facing a Crossroad

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
April 24, 2018

They are losing seconds. Seconds that the varsity boys’ soccer team will never get back. Their season ends with a crushing 2-4 loss against Midlothian. This is the last time a lot of their senior-heavy team will play together after several years of being teammates not just as Broncos, but also in out-of-school...

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MISD Athletics will compete in a Border Brawl with Tulsa, OK area schools.

New Partnership Brings Competition Across State Lines

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
March 9, 2018

Mansfield ISD has agreed to compete in a ‘Border Brawl’ with Tulsa, Oklahoma area schools. MISD High Schools will compete with Tulsa Union, Jenks, Broken Arrow, Bixby and Sand Springs during the 2018-2019 Track & Field and Football Seasons. The brawl will kick off with a track meet on March...

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Jake Stacks, 12, searches for a teammate to pass the frisbee to during the Ultimate Frisbee Club's first match that took place on Mar. 2.

The Revival of Ultimate

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
March 8, 2018

Junior Landon Wentz’s eyes search the sky. He squints, trying desperately to find the soaring disk in the sun’s bright glint. He tunes out the sounds of his teammates screaming so he can focus. He finds the white disk and lifts his right hand. When he realizes the wind is gonna carry the disk away...

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Kendra Washington, voices her opinion on what is considered a sport.

Opinion: We Need To Redefine Sports

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
February 23, 2018

As someone who has been involved in sports and fine arts throughout high school, there’s an argument I always hear: what should be considered as a sport? “Band is a sport.” “Show Choir is a sport.” “Dance is a sport.” “Musical Theater is a sport.” To some degree, they’re...

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Senior Sam Troutt competes in a track meet.

Sam Troutt: Going for Gold

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
February 21, 2018

Senior Sam Troutt strives to finish this marathon in three hours, that puts him at about seven minutes per mile. Troutt feels it around mile eight. He’s unable to keep water down and his muscles begin to tense up. Troutt continues with his goal in mind. He begins to feel lightheaded, a burn dances...

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Kevin Young, 12, bowls at tryouts on Oct. 5. The Broncos will have their next match on Jan. 31.

Bowling Takes First in District

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
January 30, 2018

Boys’ varsity bowling currently stands in number one district spot after defeating Martin 14-1 on Jan. 25. The Broncos have a 7-2 record and a total of 107 points. The Broncos are pulling in a 133 baker average as well. Coach Mike Young started coaching all of Legacy’s bowling teams back in the...

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Mikey Keefer, 12, watches the ball fly towards his teammate Matthew Mounce, 12 during their shutout match against Cedar Hill. The Broncos face Lancaster on Jan.26.

Boys’ Soccer Prepares for a Season of Improvement

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
January 23, 2018

 Varsity Boys’ Soccer will begin district play against Lancaster on Jan. 26. The Broncos finished last season with a district record of 4-9-1 and were ranked sixth in the district. Although this season the sun seems to be peeking in between the clouds for the Broncos. They are recovering five senior...

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Eli Riley, 9, takes the ball down the court during the freshmen A basketball match against Lake Ridge on Jan. 12.

Eli Riley: Adjusting to Change

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
January 18, 2018

Freshmen Eli Riley takes in the unfamiliar atmosphere. He makes his way to the only part of the school that he knows well, the athletic hallways. He takes a deep breath before opening the door. A sea of unfamiliar faces turn and look at Riley as he takes a seat in the back of the room. Most of the athletes...

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Trevone Fuller, 12, plays in the Spring Creek Basketball Tournament on Nov. 30.

Basketball Roster Takes A Hit

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
December 15, 2017

The Broncos are finishing up preseason play with a current record of 6-6. Despite the so-so record, the Broncos are improving. They recently placed second in the Colleyville Heritage Tournament. Varsity Boys' Basketball will begin district play next week against Midlothian, but their roster will...

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Sophomore Antonio Baker dribbles down the court during the first round of the Mansfield Spring Creek Classic basketball tournament.

Varsity Boys’ Basketball Competes in Tournament

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
December 1, 2017

“Number 0, Matthew Reeves!” The announcer declares as Legacy students begin to fill the seats of the varsity gym. Students miss out on their sixth period class to watch varsity boys’ basketball play in the first game of the Mansfield Spring Creek Classic basketball tournament. The Broncos each...

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Junior Jalen Catalon jumps over defenders during Legacy's playoff match against Burleson. Legacy will advance to Round 2.

Broncos Roll Past Burleson, Advance to Round 2

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
November 19, 2017

After defeating Burleson 42-3, Legacy will advance to the second round of playoffs against Kimball at Kincaide Stadium. The match will be held on Friday, Nov. 24 at 7:30 p.m. After senior Demauryon Holmes blocked a Burleson punt, defensive tackle senior Rodney Jones recovered it in Legacy's end zone...

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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.

Broncos Head to the First Round of Playoffs

Kendra Washington and Major Melson
November 15, 2017

The last few seconds run out quickly, but for senior football players like Isaiah Jones, they pass in slow motion. Fans let out dominant screams into the cool fall air as the announcer declares that the game has concluded. The Broncos have defeated Red Oak and Jones has just played his last district...

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District of Doom

District of Doom

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
November 10, 2017

Offensive lineman senior Clayton Franks links his right arm with senior Mason Kinsey’s left arm as the varsity football captains make their way to the middle of the field meeting halfway with Lake Ridge high school’s captains. They shake hands before choosing sides of the coin, their eyes following...

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Junior Nathan Rooney scored a touchdown during the varsity football game against Waxahachie on Oct. 20. The Broncos won the game 39-34. Rooney has scored four touchdowns this season.

Broncos Make a Run for Playoffs

Jorden Melson and Kendra Washington
November 1, 2017

Broncos quarterback, Jalen Catalon drops back and scans the field, rushes to the right, scrambles out of the pocket and heaves it to Wide Receiver Nathan Rooney in the back of the end zone. Rooney jumps up over a Waxahachie Defensive Back and snatches the ball through his hands. Coaches rush the field...

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Junior Christian Violette smiles with his teammate at the varsity tennis match against Summit on Oct. 5.

Tennis Moves to Round Two

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
October 18, 2017

Varsity tennis defeated Burleson in round one of playoffs on Oct. 16 and will advance to round two of the playoffs on Oct. 19. The Broncos finished 10-6 after Burleson omitted the last few matches because of time. Varsity tennis only has two seniors, so they have to depend on a lot of underclassmen...

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Quarterback Jalen Catalon runs the ball at an attempt for a first down in the game against Lancaster.

Varsity Football: Timberview Game Preview

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
October 12, 2017

Pink Out will be held on Friday, Oct. 13. There will be a pre-game BBQ showdown and tailgate at the Phoenix Academy across the street from RLA stadium. Tickets for the BBQ showdown are $5. Mr. Perry and Mr. Villegas will be representing Legacy. All profits will be donated to Moncrief Cancer Institution. The...

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

Ty Bentley: Following Through

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
October 4, 2017

Sophomore Ty Bentley gets down low and places one hand in the turf, ready for the whistle to blow. As the play starts Ty searches for the ball and finds it just as it meets the hands of Centennial’s wide receiver. Ty advances on him and makes the tackle. While the play ends, Ty helps Centennial’s...

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Junior varsity football players gets ready for kickoff return during their game against Aledo on Sept. 14.

JV Players Who Make a Difference

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
September 29, 2017

Every sports team works a little bit like a car. Every part, regardless of how big or small they are, proves to be essential for the overall function and fulfillment of purpose. If you’ve ever been to a junior varsity game, you can probably tell that they all take care of every single part to their...

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Senior Adriana Jaimes stretches junior Jared Hopper before the varsity football game against Aledo.

Opinion: The Danger of High School Sports

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
September 20, 2017

After three years of managing football, I’m still not used to it. The silence happens in an instant. All of the wild, joyous atmosphere disappears in that same moment. Athletes on the field and on the sidelines sink to one knee. You know you’re not the only one holding your breath as you struggle...

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Senior Kylee White prepares to take her swing.

Golf Travels to Arizona

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
August 31, 2017

The boys’ and girls’ golf teams traveled Arizona on Aug. 30 for the Antigua National High School Championships. The tournament will  be held at Whirlwind Golf Club in Chandler, Arizona. Both teams will play a practice round on Aug. 31 and the tournament will begin on Sept.1 and last through...

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Going the Extra Mile

Going the Extra Mile

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
August 30, 2017

Only crickets and the occasional passing car can be heard in Legacy’s parking lot that was filled with loud trucks and teenagers just a few hours ago. While everyone else lays in bed or fills the seats of a fast food restaurant at 1 a.m. after a Friday night football game, coach Jerry Wyatt sits in...

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Kolton Newman, 11, prepares to make a new shot.

Golf Places Sixth at State

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
May 26, 2017

Senior Trevor Mellott hugs his teammate in tears as the state golf tournament and his high school golf career comes to an end. Varsity golf made it to state this year for the third time in the last four years. The state golf tournament was held at Wolfdancer Golf Club in Lost Pines Resort from May...

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Sophomore quarterback Cameron Clark prepares to make a touchdown.

Football Gears Up for Another Season

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
May 25, 2017

The football field house buzzes with excitement as people start flooding in. Players start to get dressed out, while trainers start filling up water bottles, managers work on filling up the equipment boxes and setting up their camera equipment. Head manager junior Kennedie Smith moves quickly to make...

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Senior Grant Moore walks alongside his teammate.

Baseball fights for State

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
May 25, 2017

Senior Grant Moore has played baseball his entire high school career, but now every game could be his last. Varsity baseball heads into the fourth round of playoffs against Forney on May 25. The Broncos will be playing at Dallas Baptist University at 5 p.m. Game 2 will be on May 26 at 8 p.m. and...

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SeniorJa'Leesa Giles runs at the Bronco Relays Track Meet on Feb. 18.

Sprinting into State

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
May 11, 2017

Senior Ja’Leesa Giles walks back up the lane taking the time to catch her breath. Giles has grown used to practicing with her teammates, but Giles will enter the state meet by herself. GIles placed second in the 100m and 200m races at the Region 2 5A Area Meet, qualifying for state in both events....

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Cameron Fisher, 12, slides into a base. Varsity Baseball will face Red Oak on April 28.

Baseball Prepares for Playoffs

Kendra Washington, Sports Editor
April 27, 2017

Laughter erupts from the dugout as Coach Chris McMullen notices that one of his players has put on junior Cade Contreras’ jersey after forgetting his own. That took place earlier this season. Now varsity baseball only has one district game left in regular season and a spot in the playoffs. Contreras...

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Studying in college is a transition from studying in high school. Use these easy tips to help make that transition easier.

How to Adult: Studying in College

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
March 21, 2017

Roger Mancastroppa, associate director at the Academic Skills Center at the University of Richmond, thinks prior to college, students have been taught memorization is the best way to achieve success. Instead, Mancastroppa suggests students should start thinking and studying using more of a critical thinking...

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Starting in the 2017-18 school year, MISD will offer School of Choice, a new program allowing students to engage in special programs that align with their passion despite their designated attendance zone. The School of Choice program will feature a STEM academy, leadership academics and an early college high school.

MISD Introduces School of Choice

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
February 16, 2017

Starting in the 2017-18 school year, MISD will offer School of Choice, a new program allowing students to engage in special programs that align with their passion despite their designated attendance zone. The School of Choice program will feature a STEM academy, leadership academics and an early college...

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National Signing Day and the Meaning Behind It

National Signing Day and the Meaning Behind It

Kendra Washington and
February 2, 2017

As the second semester of the school year wears down, senior athletes are focusing on the recruitment process and where they might be continuing to pursue their passions. Senior varsity football player Zadok Esters remains undecided about whether or not he will be signing in this signing season. If...

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Thousands of men, women and children march on Washington D.C. on Jan. 21. (Photo used with permission by Einar Kvaran under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 License)

Women’s Rights March Protests Trump

Kendra Washington and Saella Ware
January 30, 2017

Junior Steven Tarver glanced about the crowd that lay before him. Tarver watched as a woman walked through the linked hands of his peers, cutting their group in half and separating them. The other half of his group was nearly a speck in the distance, as women, men and children marched around with signs...

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Junior Tristian Adams kicks the ball past opponents at the Everman soccer tournament Jan. 12.

Boys Soccer ‘Kicks’ Off

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
January 24, 2017

Boys varsity soccer kicked off their season earlier this month. The Broncos went undefeated in the Crowley Kowbell tournament with a 2-1 win over Trimble Tech on Jan. 7. Junior Captain Tristian Adams scored one of those points. “As an individual, I went into our games trying to stay focused and...

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Dondre Johnson, 9, pushes the ball down the court during a Freshmen A Boys game vs. Mesquite on Tuesday, December 6.

Freshmen Boys Basketball Observation

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
December 13, 2016

The freshmen boys basketball team trudge back in the gym and start warming up as the halftime seconds tick down. They’re behind by a few points to Arlington Martin, and from the looks of it, they won’t make a comeback. The scoreboard buzzes and players of both teams fill the court as the game resumes....

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Kendall Catalon, 12, scans the field for an opening to pass the ball. (Brandon Bosecker photo)

Varsity Football Makes School History, Advance to 4th Round of Playoffs

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
November 26, 2016

Varsity football will advance to round four of playoffs after defeating Wakeland 42-10 at The Ford Center in Frisco. Senior kicker, Jacob Rowland, accounted for six points. “Our message tonight was unity is power,” Rowland said. “We have some injuries that we’re battling, [but] fourth round...

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Jalen Catalon, 10, runs out with his team at a football game.

Jalen Catalon: Following a Legacy’s Footsteps

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
November 11, 2016

Sophomore Jalen Catalon gets back into position for the next play as the varsity football announcer credits him for the beneficial defensive play. While the crowd screams his name, his number and face flash across the big screen. The referee blows his whistle, and Jalen starts focusing on the next play....

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Kendall Catalon, 12, rushes the ball during Senior Night against Red Oak.

Broncos Predicted To Go Deep in Playoffs

Kendra Washington and Felicity Veliz
November 10, 2016

Junior outside linebacker and wide receiver Jordan Bunch can feel adrenaline increasing in his body, as his teammate starts his team’s ritual chant. He can see the stadium lights dripping in through the front of the tunnel. The cheers of the crowd come together as a muffled roar while his team sprints...

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Serenading Science: Ms. Davis Sets Lessons to Music

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
November 2, 2016

The bell rings as freshmen file in Ms. Arlevia Davis’ fourth block biology class. It’s apparent that the after-lunch fatigue is setting in, as most of them slouch into their seats. Students observe as Ms. Davis shows the class an egg that had previously been sitting in vinegar. The class then names...

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Kendall Catalon #7, 12, rushes for a touchdown against the Lake Ridge Eagles.

Broncos Hope to Defeat Summit for First Time

Jorden Melson and Kendra Washington
October 26, 2016

Lake Ridge Quarterback, Jimmy Bean, drops back in the pocket, scans the field and throws it to his receiver. However, senior Kyle Pruitt breaks on the ball, intercepts it and returns it fifty-three yards setting the Legacy offense in good position to score. The Broncos won the game 49-39, improving...

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[File Photo] Choir prepares for competition by practicing during class.

Choir Advances to Round Two of All State

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
October 25, 2016

The choir program had 18 students advanced from the first round of All State on Sep.17. Since then those 18 students have been busy at work, practicing for round two. On Oct.15 all 18 students endured the tedious audition process again. Six out of 18 advanced to round three and three singers got alternate...

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[File Photo] Students cheer for the Broncos at 2015 homecoming game.

Opinion: Stepping Out of Bounds

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
September 24, 2016

The football players start off with a strong season. Some fans, however, are off to a weak one. Inappropriate language and behavior should not be used in the student section at football games. Football games, or any sporting event for that matter, should be a family event. Games typically have small...

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Cameron Clark, 10, runs to avoid a tackle from a Wichita Falls player during a JV football game.

Cameron Clark: Family Game Night

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
September 2, 2016

Sophomore Cameron Clark listens to the dull roar of the crowd as the buzzer on the scoreboard rings, ending another Thursday night football game and another win adding on to their perfect season. He joins his teammates in a circle after shaking the hands of his opponents. Clark looks at all of the tired,...

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Social Circles

Social Circles

Jake Stacks and Kendra Washington
July 23, 2016

As graduate Kelcey McKinley and hundreds of other students begin to trickle into the empty cafeteria, the silence slowly grows into a dull roar. Over the next three periods, the cafeteria will fill with sounds of raucous laughter, the smell of cheap chicken sandwiches, and thousands of teenagers banding...

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Here are six ways to make your summer more exciting.

Six Ways to Make the Most of Your Summer

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
May 23, 2016

The final days of school are starting to tick down and soon you’ll have almost three months of free time to spend in just about anyway that you want too. Here’s a list of things that you can do, located in the DFW area. Oscar E. Monnig Meteorite Gallery Offering more than 100 meteorites, this...

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Show Choir competes at the Duncan High School competition in preparation for the UIL contest.

Choir Earns Superior Ratings at UIL Competition

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
April 28, 2016

The concert hall of Trinity High School echoes with the sound of heels making contact with the stage floor as Legacy’s varsity Treble Choir enters the auditorium. This ensemble is about to perform for three judges that will give them ratings that they’ve been working all year to achieve. In the middle...

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Kendra Washington discusses the pros and cons on becoming a senior and watching others graduate.

A Bittersweet Ending

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
April 6, 2016

The fragile silence of the hallways in Eaton high school shatters as Silver Elite comes out of the auditorium chanting and laughing. We’ve just won third place at the Academy Classic show choir competition, officially ending our long competition season. We enter the dressing room as we say tearful...

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Procrastination Plagues Students

Procrastination Plagues Students

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
March 9, 2016

Sophomore Jaden Chapman presses the home button on her cell phone and sighs when she sees the time, knowing she probably won’t get much, if any, sleep that night. She turns her attention back to the pile of homework she must finish, realizing that she should have begun her homework days ago when there...

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Color Guard performers practices their routine.

Winter Guard Places Second

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
March 7, 2016

Adrenaline rushes through sophomore Rebecca Roberts’ veins as winter guard prepares to perform their competition show in front of judges for the third time this season. As team captain she starts to ground herself and focus on showing her emotion. Winter Guard competed at Wakeland High School in...

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Show choir students rehearse before their upcoming show.

Silver Elite Show Choir to Host Competition at The Center

Kendra Washington, Staff
February 18, 2016

A meaningful silence fills the auditorium as Silver Elite Show Choir stands in a circle, holding hands on stage as they all think about what their show means to them. For sophomore Hannah Morris the show’s message is personal. “It’s a very serious message and I have a personal connection to...

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Nathan Haslam shares his experience with faith.

Nathan Haslam

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
February 10, 2016

Then seventh grader, Nathan Haslam walks into Tate Springs Baptist Church, the only person in his family to have stepped foot in a church in many years. Haslam was invited by a friend and had accepted with the hope and expectation of free food. Although Haslam did not get food that evening, but he was...

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The official movie poster for The 5th Wave, which hits theatres Jan. 22.

12 Movies To See In 2016

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
January 22, 2016

2016 will be the year of movies.  From sequels to your favorite childhood movies to that one superhero movie with the awesome plot, many long-awaited movies will be released to theaters this year. Take a look at this preview of movies to come this year. The 5th Wave One word. Aliens. Chloe Moretz...

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Rylee Cortines, 11, and fellow Legacy High School cheerleaders walk in the Toys for Tots parade.(Dalton Mix photo)

Cheer Holds Clinic for Future Broncos

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
December 11, 2015

Cheer will hold a clinic for kindergarten through fourth grade girls on Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All participants must be at least five years old. Girls attending the clinic will need to have a payment of thirty dollars and a completed registration form mailed to Legacy or given to the receptionist...

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The baseball team gathers with new head coach, Chris McMullen, for a hitting drill.

Someone New: Baseball Welcomes New Coach

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
December 8, 2015

The final school bells rings and releases students go home for the weekend, but not for the dozens of nervous boys get dressed for baseball tryouts. Among the boys, senior Cooper Keeney, starts warming up for his final try out of his high school baseball career. Legacy Baseball tryouts are January...

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Senior Craig Nealy raises his hand in prayer before a football game.

Can’t Measure Heart

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
December 2, 2015

Last year, junior Craig Nealey sits in his AP physics class on the first day of school ready to start the school year only to get criticized by his classmate, who tells him that athletes shouldn’t be taking the class if they struggled in the pre-requisite class. Now a senior, Nealey looks back at it...

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Jorden Melson (#31) poses with his younger brother Major, his mother and father, Coach Melson after the last game of the Freshman A Football season. [photo from Facebook]

Jorden Melson

Cami Langley and Kendra Washington
November 19, 2015

All that freshmen Jorden Melson can hear is the sound of his father’s voice yelling in his ear. All other noises are instantly drowned out, because all that matters to Melson is that he knows his coach is proud of him. It’s different for Melson, because unlike his fellow teammates, his coach just...

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Varsity football plays Timberview and Red Oak for the end of district play.

Players by the Numbers: Football Fights for Playoff Spot

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
October 30, 2015

Varsity football needs to win the next two games, in order to qualify for playoffs this season. Their next two opponents, Timberview and Red Oak, are both district games. The Broncos play Timberview Oct. 31 and Red Oak Nov. 17. On average, Legacy has scored 42 touchdowns this season totaling to 314 points....

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Keep an eye out for these random holidays on your calendar.

14 Random National Holidays

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
October 19, 2015

Mark your calendars. Check out this list of weird holidays that will occur for the rest of the school year. Make a difference Day (October 24, 2015) This holiday came to be in 1990 to encourage volunteer work around communities. Every year, millions of Americans join together all around the country...

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Coach Greer works with Volleyball and Basketball girls for strength and conditioning in 5th block

New Strength and Conditioning Coach Helps Legacy Athletes

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
October 6, 2015

Tired teenage boys stand under the indefatigable sun as strength and conditioning coach, Hamilton Greer, gives a ten second warning before blowing his whistle sending the boys off into a sprint down the football field while encouraging them to not give up on the task before them. Coach Greer, the...

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Bullying: Life as a Victim

Bullying: Life as a Victim

Kendra Washington, Staff Writer
September 23, 2015

Senior Tony Denson continuously tries with desperate helplessness to befriend a group of teens who verbally and physically abuse him in return. Denson sits in the choir room only acting as a character for show choir rehearsal. In some cases, this type of situation can be a reality. Choir Director...

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Nina Stephens shares her experience of having an autistic brother.

Nina Stephens

Kendra Washington, Guest Writer
January 28, 2015

The sound of broken glass rang throughout the Stephens home. Freshman Nina Stephens' heart started racing as she ran to her autistic little brother. A small pool of blood started to form, and he screamed at the top of his lungs as he saw his cuts. Stephens has been learning and growing with her little...

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