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Phillip Smith

Phillip Smith, Sports Editor

Hi, my name is Phillip Smith and I'm the Sports Editor for The Rider Online. I have been in journalism for three years, I'm on varsity basketball, and my favorite player was Kobe.

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United Airlines Flight 175 crashes into the WTC South Tower on Sept. 11, 2001. (From the 9/11 photos stream on Flickr Creative Commons.)

Remembering 9/11

Jacob Friedberg and Phillip Smith
September 11, 2022

School Day Should Start Later

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
October 24, 2017
Flying can be a breeze after reading this helpful list of tips

How to Adult: Using the Airport

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
August 21, 2017
Final Blog: Phillip Smith

Final Blog: Phillip Smith

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
June 1, 2017
JaLeesa Giles, 12, (left) Lyric Turner, 12, JaLyric Giles, 10, and Maquela Noel, 12, (right) qualified for the regional track meet.

Track Advances to Regionals

Phillip Smith, Sports Editor
April 20, 2017
Sophia Hannabas, 11, throws a pitch in a home, district game against Lake Ridge.

Varsity Softball in Hunt for Playoff Run

Boone Gilbreath and Phillip Smith
April 12, 2017
Senior Heaven Conner dribbles the ball through Lake Ridge defenders in a district game.

Girls’ Soccer Advance To Area

Phillip Smith and Jorden Melson
March 31, 2017
Cyliest Smith, 11, triple-threats in a home district game against Red Oak on Jan. 20.

Girls’ Basketball Advances to Regional Tournament

Phillip Smith, Boone Gilbreath, and Jorden Melson
February 22, 2017
Lashaune Lunford, 12, sets up a play in a district game against Lancaster.

It Took A Decade

Phillip Smith and Jorden Melson
January 30, 2017
Head Boys Basketball Coach, Cornelius Mitchell, dribbles a basketball in the main competition gym.

Mitchell Joins Basketball Staff, Season Begins

Phillip Smith, Sports Editor
November 2, 2016
Varsity football defensive players speak with a referee during homecoming against Aledo.

Varsity Football Begins District

Phillip Smith, Sports Editor
September 16, 2016
Senior Nathan Nowlin prepares to hit the tennis ball during an afternoon tennis practice. He and other tennis players will be working with the younger kids during the tennis camp June 27-30.

Athletics Programs Host Summer Camps

Phillip Smith, Sports Editor
May 27, 2016
Coach Murdock coaches at a game against Richardson.

Coach Murdock Resigns, Takes Summit Counselor Job

Phillip Smith, Sports Editor
May 20, 2016
The boys golf team advances to the State Tournament for the second time in school history.

Boys’ Golf Advances to State Tournament

Phillip Smith, Sports Editor
April 21, 2016
Lisa Hart,12, makes contact with the ball during a district game versus Ennis.

Varsity Softball Remains Undefeated In District

Phillip Smith, Sports Editor
April 8, 2016
Ms. Gross teaches PAP Algebra 2.

Mrs. Gross

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
March 17, 2016
Trevone Fuller, 10, dribbles the ball during a district game against Seguin.

Boys’ Basketball Hoping For Strong Finish

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
February 16, 2016
The TAO Chair allows the user to watch TV while simultaneously burning calories, thanks to its innovative design.

5 Interesting Inventions

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
February 8, 2016
Lacy Beckler, Legacy track and cross country coach, does box jumps during a crossfit workout.

Teachers Compete in Crossfit

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
January 21, 2016
Phillip Smith, 11, talks about Kobe Bryant retiring.

Growing Up With Kobe

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
January 11, 2016
Seeing Double

Seeing Double

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
December 16, 2015
Students will no longer have to worry about homework over Thanksgiving Break, among other district holiday breaks.

New Guidelines Remove Homework Over Thanksgiving Break

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
November 17, 2015

Blue Bell Returns to Shelves in North Texas

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
November 3, 2015
Chex MIx can serve as a great healthy alternative to Halloween Candy.

5 Healthy Halloween Treats

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
October 28, 2015
Colors for Caring, a cancer awareness and support initiative will take place at the beginning of every month.

Colors for Caring to Support Various Cancer’s Research

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
October 23, 2015
Mansfield was named as the 17th best place to live in the nation and 2nd best place to live in Texas.

Mansfield Named 2nd Best Place to Live in Texas

Phillip Smith, Stafff Writer
October 16, 2015
Mrs. McDonald moved to Madrid, Spain for a school semester to be immersed in Spanish culture and lifestyle while earning college hours.

Kristi McDonald

Phillip Smith, staff writer
October 8, 2015
Dwayne Johnson stars as a rescue pilot in San Andreas, which opens on May 29.

5 Upcoming Summer Movies

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
May 21, 2015
Francisco Rodriguez, 12, and Jorge Trevino, 12, say goodbye to JROTC after participating for four years together.

Four Year JROTC Career for Two Seniors Ends with Drill Meet

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
May 14, 2015
A Chinese class will soon be offered on campus. Students previously had to travel to Ben Barber to learn Chinese.

Chinese Class to be Offered on Campus

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
May 12, 2015
Jared McGee, 11, runs in the relay at the area track meet.

On Track to State

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
May 1, 2015
The Mansfield Trash Off will be on April 11 starting at 9 a.m.

City of Mansfield Organizes Trash Off

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
April 9, 2015
Before performing for the UIL competition, theater gave a sneak peek during their last practice.

Theater Gives Sneak Peek of “Diary of Anne Frank”

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
April 6, 2015
10 Unusual Holidays

10 Unusual Holidays

Phillip Smith, Staff
March 23, 2015
Heres a list of notable African Americans who have changed history.

Black History Month: Nine People You Should Know

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
February 26, 2015
Dr. Stephan Shardy poses with his Wing Commander to accept an Air Force Commendation Medal.

Dr. Stephan Shardy

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
February 26, 2015
How you should be getting ready for college. (UTA Admissions | Used with Permission)

Get College Ready

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
February 14, 2015

The Evolution of Video Games

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
February 10, 2015
Last minute shoppers struggle to find that perfect gift.

Great Gift Ideas for Everyone

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
December 20, 2014
www.publicdomainpictures.net |Used with Permission

Clubs Help Families In Need With Adopt-A-Child

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
December 9, 2014
Keyante Gilliam, 10, is a member of JROTC.

Keyante Gilliam

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
November 3, 2014
The new Mason Jar Gallery will consist of selfies.

Art Club Collects Selfies For New Gallery

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
October 21, 2014

Blog: Fine Arts Makes High School Better

Phillip Smith, Staff Writer
October 7, 2014
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