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Quentin Gross

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor

Matthew 21:21- Have faith and do not doubt

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Senior Lincoln Wright talks to Coach Lindsey before running in the 800m at the district meet.

Lincoln Wright Wins District Championship Honors

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
May 8, 2026
A loud gunshot fires into the air and spikes dig into the track as senior Lincoln Wright races to the finish line to win his fourth District Championship of the season. “Running allows me to push myself and become a better version of myself on and off the track,” Wright said. “It gives me something to work towards outside of everyday life.”
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During a game, Corbin McDaniel, 11, extends while pitching the ball.

Baseball Returns to Playoffs

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
April 24, 2026

The fans lose their minds in the bleachers as Legacy baseball wraps up their season with a win against Benbrook, finishing with a record of 23-8. The team will now head to the playoffs again and look to rewrite the narrative. “We lost a couple games we should’ve won, but that doesn’t define...

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During the scrimmage on Feb. 16, Grant Petersen, 11, throws the ball from shortstop to first base.

Baseball Welcomes New Season

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
February 27, 2026

Their cleats dig in the new turf as they round the bases, Legacy baseball welcomes a new season with high hopes. After a deep playoff run last year, the team looks to come back better than ever and win state. “We are all locked in,” senior Carson Cox said. “We look a lot cleaner on the field...

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In the MAC on Jan. 30, Coach Courtney Allen delivers his opening speech to the football team.

Football Welcomes New Head Coach

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
January 30, 2026

After Coach Jeff Hulme’s departure, district officials have been on the search for a new head coach. As of Jan. 30, Courtney Allen will take over and lead the program as head football coach and co-campus athletic coordinator. Coach Allen previously coached at North Crowley High School from 2018-2021...

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Opinion: Robertson Got Snubbed

Opinion: Robertson Got Snubbed

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
January 16, 2026

With the 2026 Winter Olympic Games approaching, NHL players get a chance at international best-on-best hockey for the first time since 2014. This opportunity presents itself as one of the greatest challenges for these players and their careers. With the final roster being released at the beginning of...

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Coach Hulme yells from the sidelines of a Legacy football game on Sept. 6, 2024.

Coach Hulme Announces Departure From Legacy

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
December 15, 2025

After the end of a 4-6 season, Football Head Coach Jeff Hulme announced his new contract as Defensive Coordinator for Eastern New Mexico University, an NCAA Division II program. Hulme will finish out the year assisting ENMU while living in New Mexico and helping Legacy staff as needed.  Coach Hulme...

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Opinion: Bedard Over Celebrini

Opinion: Bedard Over Celebrini

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
December 12, 2025

Two players, one 20 years old and the other just 19. Making history while others their age are trying to find a career path. While both Connor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini continue to shock the world, questions remain about who the better hockey player is. In my eyes, the answer remains clear – Bedard...

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On senior night against Lake Ridge, Oct. 31, Harrison Jr. runs the ball upfield towards Lake Ridge players.

J-Uan Harrison Jr.: Positive Through the Plays

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
November 14, 2025

Cowbells ringing and pads clanking as junior J-Uan Harrison Jr. splits the gap and rushes to the endzone. Harrison Jr. looks forward to his final high school season, after earning a spot on varsity since his sophomore year. “It just comes naturally to me,” Harrison Jr. said. “I’m gonna keep...

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NHS President Anay Bhakta, 12, looks at the speaker during an NHS meeting on Oct. 1. NHS is hosting a pickleball tournament to raise funds for Seed2Harvest.

NHS to Host Pickleball Tournament

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
November 5, 2025

Paddles smacking, laughs flying in the air and students cheering. National Honor Society will host their annual pickleball event at the Legacy tennis courts Nov. 6, from 4-7 p.m.  “It’s going to be a lot of fun for everyone who shows up,” NHS Sponsor Alexandra Kim said. “I don’t see any...

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During the varsity softball game against Celina, Hope Gaudio swings at a pitch. Legacy won 15-0.

Hope Gaudio Commits to LSU

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
September 30, 2025

  The loud DING rings off the metal bat of junior Hope Gaudio, who is now and will forever be a Tiger. Gaudio publicly announced her commitment to Louisiana State University on Sept. 7, where she will continue her softball career. “Legacy’s softball program has always been amazing,”...

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NHL Breakout Players

NHL Breakout Players

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
September 30, 2025

With the 2025-26 NHL season starting in early October, many players are poised to break out and become stars in the league. Here’s my top five for this role. Five. Cole Perfetti  Perfetti, on the Winnipeg Jets, is a young, speedy forward who specializes in scoring goals. The 23-year-old put...

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Five Things to Know About the State Fair

Five Things to Know About the State Fair

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
September 30, 2025

The sweet taste of cotton candy dissolving in your mouth as you pet a baby goat born just days before. The State Fair of Texas, hosted just eight minutes outside of Dallas, stands as a tradition for Texas life. The fair lasts from Sept. 26-Oct. 19, but this year brings many new functions of the fair...

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In strut, Riley McCain, 10, competes in the first meet at Waxahachie Aug. 16. McCain placed third overall.

Cross Country: Running With Resilience

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
August 29, 2025

The spikes smack on the charcoal black track, the sweat dripping from the hair of the runners and the finish line in the near distance. The Bronco cross country team competed in their first meet of the season Aug. 16. “This year, we are definitely bringing a lot more intensity,” sophomore Riley...

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Big Changes

Big Changes

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
August 25, 2025

The sliding door to my mom’s dusty old grey minivan slides shut.  I climb into the third row seat, smack my baseball cleats off and buckle my seatbelt that has been cooking in the sun for hours. “I love you all,” my grandma almost sings as all six of us Gross children file into the car.  The...

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Junior Cori Brown cheers at a pep rally on Aug. 30, 2024. Brown learned this routine at UCA camp over the summer.

Cheer Attends UCA Camp

Quentin Gross, Sports Editor
August 22, 2025

Hair flipping, emotions flying and passion flowing through the room, the cheer team electrifies the gym. This past summer, the cheer team traveled to the Great Wolf Lodge to participate at the Universal Cheerleaders Association camp.  “We learned tons of material that will benefit us for football...

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Varsity Baseball Continues Playoff Run

Varsity Baseball Continues Playoff Run

Ian Irwin and Quentin Gross
May 2, 2025

[Update 5-7-2025] Mansfield Legacy will play Midland Legacy in the next round of playoffs. The teams are now competing in the "Area" round, and the winner of the three game series will advance to Regional Quarterfinals. [5-2-2025] Loud pings echo through the diamond, dirt flies and fans...

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State Champs

State Champs

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
May 1, 2025

You never really understand how it feels to win, until it actually happens. And this year, we finally won.  March 21, 22 and 23 was the 2025 TAHA State Tournament. The Mansfield Varsity ice hockey team went into the tournament looking for pay-back, after losing in the city playoffs at the end of...

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Ms. Katie Nance works at her desk on April 3. She works behind the scenes as Principal Stephanie Bonneau's secretary, organizing her meetings, taking phone calls and sending passes.

Katie Nance: Star Secretary

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
April 21, 2025

Setting meetings, writing and delivering passes, answering countless calls and questions, Ms. Katie Nance works as Principal Stephanie Bonneau’s secretary at Legacy. “I have the opportunity to work closely with Dr. Bonneau and Mrs. Monajami each day, providing any support that is needed. I work...

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Alumna Harmoni Turner celebrates after getting drafted for the WMBA to play with the Las Vegas Aces.

Alumna Picked In WNBA Draft

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
April 16, 2025

From sitting in the classrooms and walking the hallways at Legacy to studying at Harvard and playing basketball, Legacy Alumna Harmoni Turner prepared herself for the 2025 WNBA Draft in the MAC on Monday, April 14. “I think the name of the school speaks for itself. You want to leave a legacy,...

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Opinion: Alex Ovechkin Dominated NHL

Opinion: Alex Ovechkin Dominated NHL

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
April 8, 2025

Since he scored two goals in his very first game on Oct. 5, 2005, star hockey player Alex Ovechkin dominated the league when it comes to scoring goals. The young phenomenon from Moscow, Russia contains a touch to his game that we have never seen before. Fast forward 20 years, April 6, 2025, Ovechkin...

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NHL Playoff Predictions

NHL Playoff Predictions

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
March 6, 2025

In the NHL, any team that makes the playoffs can actually win the Stanley Cup. These are my predictions for the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. Starting in the Western Conference, I think the first-round matchups will be:  1.Jets vs. 4.Canucks,  2.Stars vs. 3.Avalanche,  1.Oilers vs. 4.Kings,  2.Golden...

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New Drake Album Review

New Drake Album Review

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
February 17, 2025

Toronto born rapper Aubrey Graham, also known as Drake, came together with Jahron Brathwaite, also known as PARTYNEXTDOOR, to create the album “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U.” “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U” is a 21 song album by Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR. The album came out on Feb. 14. There were high expectations...

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How to Adult: Buying Tires

How to Adult: Buying Tires

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
January 14, 2025

As high school students, driving becomes part of our lives. With that comes taking care of a vehicle and making sure the parts on it work properly. All vehicles need tires, and they need to be changed every now and then. This will tell you how to purchase new tires and the whole process. When do I...

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Effect of Increased Cost of College Education

Effect of Increased Cost of College Education

Quentin Gross and Ian Irwin
December 12, 2024

College has become an experience people all across the world get to experience. However, with prices rapidly increasing, this experience seems to be harder to reach. This change can be a major issue for people as they simply cannot afford to attend universities. Senior Sarah Marstaller experienced the...

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Opinion: Tyson Versus Paul Was Not Rigged

Opinion: Tyson Versus Paul Was Not Rigged

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
December 2, 2024

“Declaring your winner by unanimous decision… Jake Paul,” yelled the announcer. Was it rigged? What was in their contract? Why was Mike Tyson so weak? What are they not telling us? Well, let’s break this down.  For some background information, Mike Tyson started boxing professionally in...

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At the annual Key Club Toys for Tots pep rally, football and Key Club members perform a halftime dance.

Key Club Prepares for Toys for Tots Pep Rally

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
November 20, 2024

The crowd cheers. The basketballs fly, The teachers battle the students., Key Club hosts the Toys for Tots pep rally on Thursday, Nov. 21 in the main gym. Students who want to attend must pay $3 as an entrance fee. The money raised will be used to purchase toys for Toys for Tots.  “I’m most...

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Opinion: What Classifies a Sport?

Opinion: What Classifies a Sport?

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
October 31, 2024

What makes a sport a sport? Well, the Britannica dictionary defines a sport as a contest or game in which people do certain physical activities according to a specific set of rules and compete against each other. However, I believe there is more to it. Legacy Student Media posted a poll asking...

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Recovery to Rink

Recovery to Rink

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
October 25, 2024

An update. If you haven’t read my previous blog, you may be confused about what I’m talking about. For a quick rundown, I injured my shoulder multiple times leaving me out of playing for weeks. These weeks were horrible. I sat there watching all of my friends playing together, having fun, having...

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During their second home game, Maddox Puzzuole, 12, shots a slapshot in the offensive zone. The team won the game, extending their record to 2-1.

Maddox Puzzoule: Senior Skates to Success

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
October 14, 2024

Lacing up the skates, tightening his shoulder pads and taping his stick, senior Maddox Puzzoule prepares for his last season of Mansfield Hockey. “I’m thankful for the opportunity to play this game,” Puzzoule said. “I give all my glory to God for helping me improve throughout my life.”  Puzzoule...

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Top 10 NHL Teams

Top 10 NHL Teams

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
October 8, 2024

As the 2024-2025 NHL season slowly approaches the league consists of many powerhouse teams. Based on previous seasons and the offseason, here's a look at my top 10 teams going into the year. Vancouver Canucks The Canucks, led by young captain Quinn Hughes, finished first in the Pacific Division,...

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Varsity Volleyball Coach Earns 400th Career Win

Varsity Volleyball Coach Earns 400th Career Win

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
September 30, 2024

Drawing up the game plan, Volleyball Head Coach Amanda Shingleton prepared for the game that could’ve been her 400th career win.  “What drew me in was the connections, the relationships and the look on a kid’s face when they figure something out,” Coach Shingleton said. “It is like the...

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Facing Set Backs as a Young Athlete

Facing Set Backs as a Young Athlete

Quentin Gross, Staff Writer
August 30, 2024

How does a player’s healthiness affect their sports career? Coaches for all sports need their players to perform at the best version of themselves which includes their physical health. For example, Phil Kessel played 1,064 straight games in the NHL for the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Pittsburgh...

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