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Varsity volleyball loses against McKinney Boyd after previous win

Prosper Lady Eagles defeated 3-1
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Aarushi Rana, Yousuf Ali, and Sahasra Venkata Kandiboyina • October 8, 2025
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Launching the ball into the air, junior Samyika Rudraraju prepares to serve. Rudraraju is number 15 on the team. "I think we did have some really good plays," Rudraraju said. "The outcome of the game wasn't what we hoped, but I'm still really proud of everyone for fighting for every point."

Click the photo above to view a slideshow with information about Prosper’s Varsity volleyball team competing against McKinney Boyd.

Who: Prosper Lady Eagle Varsity volleyball team

What: Varsity volleyball game against McKinney Boyd

When: Friday, Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m.

Where: Prosper HS arena

What’s next: The Lady Eagles will compete against Rock Hill on Friday, Oct. 10 at 6:30 p.m.

 

This slideshow was edited by Kate Duncan, Victoria Byers and Emily Logan.

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About the Contributors
Aarushi Rana
Aarushi Rana, Multimedia Editor-in-Chief
Aarushi Rana, originally from Connecticut, is a senior at Prosper High School. This is her second year on Eagle Nation Online and she serves as the Multimedia Editor-in-Chief. In her free time, she enjoys photography, reading and watching movies. Through ENO, she hopes to enhance her community outreach. Honors & Awards:  2 Best of SNO publications
Yousuf Ali
Yousuf Ali, ENT Editor-in-Chief

Senior Yousuf Ali leads the print magazine Eagle Nation Times. This is his second year on the ENO staff and his third year as a graphic design student. He loves to design and create new pieces while hoping to inspire others with them. He is excited to design and publish new magazines this year for everyone to read. Outside of school, he enjoys playing video games, watching movies and shows, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

 

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Sahasra Venkata Kandiboyina
Sahasra Venkata Kandiboyina, Graphic Designer
Sahasra is a sophomore at Prosper High School. This is her first year working for Eagle Nation Online and Eagle Nation Times, and she is very excited for what’s coming next. She is a student in Musical Theatre and Choir. In her free time, Sahasra enjoys listening to music, catching up on new Netflix shows, and trying out new things.
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