Eagle Sports Roundup: Dec. 2 – 9

Football, basketball, wrestling, swim & dive continue to compete

Neena Sidhu, Sports EditorDecember 2, 2021Leave a Comment

Standing in green Malcom Hill continues his passion for football as a coach. This marks his second year working for Prosper High School. "I kind of fell in love with the sport in middle school," Hill said. "Played it throughout high school and up until college.”

Malcolm Hill brings faith to the field

Hands clapping, senior Branson Reeves gets the crowd loud. Prosper is currently ranked 21st in the state. "My goal for the rest of the season is to get at least one more touchdown," Reeves said. "I also want us to get through the playoffs at least through the third round."

Football defeats Princeton, looks forward to playing Plano West

Huddled up, the team gathers to talk before the start of practice. The team began their practice during off–season to prepare for its games in the spring. The practice was held at the PHS baseball field.

Baseball gets into halloween spirit with practice

Kneeled to the ground, senior Leo Anguiano prays on the sideline before the first quarter starts. He earned the title "Offensive MVP" for this game, along with several others. The game was broadcast on WFAA channel 8.

After loss to Allen, Eagles seek Thursday-night home field win

Eyes on the clock, senior Sophie Bridges focuses on the game. This is Bridge's fourth year in the volleyball program. She has committed to the Air Force Academy, where she will play on their volleyball team next fall.

Prosper faces 1–3 loss against Allen Eagles

Holding up a 'Smile for Sadie' sign, senior Gavin Teague and junior Alyssa Milner stand in the Talonette section. The Talonettes performed a dance dedicated to their teammate Sadie Neddo. A prayer was held at the end of the game to honor her.

Eagles come out with close win over McKinney Lions

After a hold from Plano's offense, senior Blake Summers successfully intercepts the ball and runs to a first down. Summers plays cornerback for the Eagles. "I think I produced pretty good," Summers said. "Learning through all the defense, routes, and placement; we came out with a win."

Football takes win against Plano Wildcats

Hand on the ball, no. 63 freshman Drew Alderton prepares to snap the ball to the quarterback. This is Alderton's first year playing center in the football program. This marked the fifth home game.

Freshman football ‘white’ defeat McKinney 77 – 6

As she holds her medal, senior Regan Reed laughs with family and friends. Reed finished in 17th place on the varsity girl's team. The teams run the UIL 6A–District 6 meet tomorrow.

Cross-country teams prepare for UIL 6A–District 6 championships

Riley McConnell

Right after the win, assistant coach Coby Richards celebrates. The game was held in Lubbock at Lowry Field against El Paso Eastwood. The team will face Denton Guyer at Allen, Saturday, Dec. 4, at 1 p.m.

To view the calendar of scheduled sporting events, click the high school athletics calendar here.

Upcoming

Varsity football will compete against the Denton Guyer Wildcats for the quarterfinals round of the play-offs at Allen ISD Stadium, Saturday, Dec. 4, at 1 p.m.
Varsity swim and dive will compete in a meet against Plano East Senior High School at home, Wednesday, Dec. 8, at 6 p.m.
Varsity girl’s basketball will play against McKinney North at home, Tuesday, Dec. 7, at 6:30 p.m.
Varsity girl’s basketball will play against Plano West at Allen High School, Friday, Nov. 19, at 12:30 p.m.
Varsity boys basketball will play in a game against Lake Highlands at Lake Highlands High School Tuesday, Dec. 7, at 8 p.m.

Varsity boy’s basketball will play in the PHS Shootout tournament against Frisco Wakeland and Frisco at home, Friday, Dec. 3, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and against Hebron and Plano, Saturday, Dec. 4 at noon and 5 p.m.
Varsity girl’s basketball will play a game against Mansfield Summit at Mansfield Summit High School, Friday, Dec. 3, at 6:30 p.m.

Highlights

Boys basketball has a 4-4 record.
Girls basketball has an 8-5 record.
Football has a 9-4 record.
The UIL Texas Football State Championship 6A Division 2 bracket is below.
2021 UIL Texas Football State Championships 2021 Football Conference 6A D2

Tweets

So proud of our guys. Plenty of adversity through the beginning of the season, and they keep battling. No excuses and they continue to show our program values. #Believe #Serve #Compete https://t.co/EYG0Eb6SUq

— Jake Garner (@jbgarner90) December 1, 2021

🎄Officially Football in December☠️#DYJ #OffTheRails #BreakfastClub pic.twitter.com/Iwzv9JlQrs

— Prosper Eagles FB (@ProsperEaglesFB) December 1, 2021

229 6A high schools in Texas have already started off-season, but we get to practice tomorrow morning! #DYJ #GoldBallSZN #txhsfb #TheShip

📸: @_rileymcconnell pic.twitter.com/0sNVqLiA9j

— Tyrel Lenard (@prosperCBcoach) December 1, 2021

It’s MEET DAY! PHS Divers starting us off with 1st place in BOTH Boy’s & Girls 1M.#weareprosper #HWPO #buildinglegacy @ProsperHS @PISD_Athletics @PISD_Aquatics pic.twitter.com/CiRdCDfQ3K

— Prosper Swim & Dive (@ProsperSWIMDIVE) December 2, 2021

Prosper Eagles down the Wakeland wolverines tonight!! Congrats!

Boys results:
Prosper 54 Wakeland 15

Girls results:
Prosper 36 Wakeland 12

💪🦅💥💚@PISD_Athletics @ProsperHS @JohnMBurdett @Hferguson28 pic.twitter.com/Fbbu6KJNgB

— Prosper Eagles Wrestling (@Eagle1Wrestling) December 2, 2021

So proud of our Eagles!! https://t.co/6sLG9VlBLA

— Prosper High School (@ProsperHS) November 29, 2021

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