Get’cha head in the game pep rally brings spirit to PHS

Students, teachers perform, gather following unplanned break
Byline photo of Kate Duncan
Byline photo of Victoria Byers
Kate Duncan and Victoria Byers • February 3, 2026
Fists in the air, sophomore Ayden Holman showcases her stunt. It was announced that Holman was a JV Game Girl of the Week on Oct. 25, 2025. Along with being on the cheer team, Holman participates in powerlifting, placing fourth in her latest meet two weeks ago.
Fists in the air, sophomore Ayden Holman showcases her stunt. It was announced that Holman was a JV Game Girl of the Week on Oct. 25, 2025. Along with being on the cheer team, Holman participates in powerlifting, placing fourth in her latest meet two weeks ago.
Kate Duncan
IMG_9918
Kate Duncan
Hands on her hips, sophomore Zoe Noland listens to instructions from her cheer coach. Before each pep rally, performing groups prepare their routines extensively. Britnee Senner is the Head Coach with assistant coaches Chrissy Jackson and Aly Jasper.

Click the photo above to start a slideshow with information about the ‘Get’cha head in the game’ pep rally, the last one of the 2025-26 school year.

Who: PHS students and teachers

What: Wear jerseys to gather school spirit for the final pep rally of the year

When: Friday, Jan. 30

Where: PHS arena

What’s next: Meet the Eagles will be tomorrow at 7 p.m.

This slideshow was edited by Trisha Panicker, Polly Greaves and Tejas Konka.

Tags:
Donate to Eagle Nation Online
$1734
$2000
Contributed
Our Goal

Your donation will support the student journalists of Prosper High School. Your contribution will allow us to purchase equipment and cover our annual website hosting costs.

More to Discover
More in Photography
Caps in the air, the class of 2026 celebrates their final moments as Prosper High School students. 755 students graduated this year. "It's kind of bittersweet," senior Jerrick Jeyasee Kamaraj Christopher said. "Yes, I'm excited to graduate, but I'm going to miss the community here at Prosper. But, there's so many new opportunities that are opening up, so I'm very excited to explore all of that."
Seniors celebrate 2026 graduation
Blue and red lights flashing, a fire truck leaves in the middle of the ceremony to respond to a nearby emergency. The alarm sounded and the ceiling monitors flashed, notifying firefighter paramedics who left instantly. Later, the fire truck came back and attendees pushed it back into the station as a tradition, symbolizing the final step of the ceremony.
Emergency responders come together for fire station opening
Huddling together before a mini game, freshmen Connor Chastain, Mason Yoo-Tritt and sophomore Andrew Hoye converse with the youth participants. All three are members of the JV baseball team. "I think the event went really well, it was a good turnout, and I think the kids had a good time and that's what it's all about," Cooper Duncan, junior, JV baseball team member said. "I'm most excited to get going, being around my teammates and having a good season."
Dugout Dudes event brings youth, high school players together
Walking around the stage, freshman Ariana Nasery holds the microphone with one hand and looks out to the crowd. Napery performed "Mr. Electric," according to the 2026 setlist. There were 12 solo performances out of the 20 total.
Harmony in every voice
Before kickoff on Thursday, Jan. 22, the soccer team held a senior night recognition. Senior players were acknowledged for their time with the program. They gathered on the field for a group photo as part of the pregame ceremony.
Boys varsity soccer celebrates senior night
One foot in front of the other, junior Liam Barry prepares to kick the ball. This is Barry's first year on the junior varsity team. The next game will be away against Duncanville.
Boys soccer teams take on Little Elm
More in Showcase
The photos display aspects of senior Trisha Panicker's life, from journalism to debate to spending time with her friends. Panicker will be double majoring in politics and journalism in college. "I want to continue the work I was doing in Prosper, from covering locals to reporting on community events and traditions," Panicker said. "The joy and purpose that this gives me will hopefully motivate my future endeavors during my time in university."
Senior Column: How journalism changed my life
Sketching at a desk, Sapphire Vasquez works on a portrait. Sapphire Vasquez is a substitute teacher for art. "I've enjoyed (the different art) a lot because everybody has a different style, everybody wants different materials," Vasquez said. "They are creating things that they love on top of the things that they probably don't enjoy as much."
Students receive maximum points at VASE art competition
Beaming ahead, assistant Jimmy Frideley takes a break from his work. Frideley has been an AP for the past three years and at PHS for six. He taught social studies and special education before becoming an assistant principal.
Assistant principal focuses career on student advocacy
In a collage of photos, senior Aarushi Rana showcases her highschool memories. Rana has been on the newspaper team for two years. "Journalism has my heart," Rana said. "I have made some of my best memories in this room."
Senior Column: How I found my passion
Made in Canva by Grace Suzuki, the graphic features photos taken by and featuring Victoria Byers. Byers is the Eagle Nation Online and Eagle Nation Times Social Media Director. She is graduating high school and leaving the program to go to Howard University.
Senior Column: How do you do it all?!
Holding a microphone, Head Tennis Coach Curtis Martin praises his tennis players at their banquet. The event took place Apr. 29 from 6-9 p.m. Both JV and Varsity teams were recognized by their coaches, peers and families.
Eagle Brief: May 18 – 23
More in Slideshows
Walking the track, student council officers lead the "Survivors Walk." Prosper High School hosts the Relay for Life fundraiser annually during the month of April. Over 10 clubs host stalls with fun activities for attendees.
Prosper races towards awareness at relay for life
Looking ahead, the PHS archery team stands posing for a picture. The team attended the State Competition in March, coming home with many personal bests. They will compete at Nationals in April.
Archery prepares to hit bullseye at Nationals
Arms open, sophomore Polly Greaves stands in the ocean of Maui, Hawaii. She visited her grandma on a girls' trip with her mom and attended a luau. “The best part was the whales,” Greaves said. “From the beach, you could see them breaching. It was magical.”
Staffers take part in spring break activities
Motioning toward the audience, junior Violet Bozik sings with her co-star junior Cash Kretz. Bozik plays the Baker's Wife and Kretz plays the Baker in the show. "Preparing for the role of Baker's Wife has been a road of self discovery," Bozik said. "Whether it be testing my limits as a performer, or pushing myself to bring a level of stage presence I haven't yet, I can confidently say I've left this show with a new found confidence and appreciation for the process."
Final rehearsal of 'Into the Woods' held before elementary showcase
Together for an embrace, junior Peyton Butler and Head Band Director Aaron Rezenbrink hug after Butler's words were read. Butler honored Rezenbrink for helping him become a better marcher and musician. "I felt really good about being able to honor the teachers who have made commitments today," Butler said. "It was really nice."
Juniors celebrate educators at mini ceremony
The Prosper Christmas Festival draws a crowd to its warm lights. The event offered different vendors and artisans, who sold goods from freeze-dried candy to hand-knitted blankets. "I enjoyed the amount of activities and the different people who were being welcoming," Caitlyn Okonkwo said, "and making it very enjoyable."
Prosper hosts annual Christmas festival
About the Contributors
Kate Duncan
Kate Duncan, Feature Editor
Junior Kate Duncan performs her role at Eagle Nation Online as Feature Editor. This year officially marks her second on staff, and she is excited to see how the school year will play out. When she isn’t writing articles, Kate participates in other clubs like Breast Cancer Awareness Club as secretary and Key Club, and she enjoys reading, photography and spending time with the people close to her during her free time. Honors & Awards:  2 Best of SNO publications TAJE 2025 Best in Texas News Awards: Superior: Staff Editorial ILPC 2025 Individual Achievement Awards: 1st: Editorial Writing 3rd: Multimedia Package TAJE 2026 Best in Texas News Awards: Excellent: Feature Story Excellent: Entertainment Review ILPC 2026 Individual Achievement Awards: Honorable Mention: Entertainment Review Honorable Mention: Portrait Quill and Scroll Honor Society Member
Victoria Byers
Victoria Byers, Social Media Director
Senior Victoria Byers leads social media posts for Instagram, X (formally known as ‘Twitter’) and Facebook.  This is her second year as a staff member, and she normally reports football games as a Mighty Eagle Band member. As she continues to find more and more creative tasks, clubs and electives, she gets to finalize and lead in band, two clubs, along with joining three new organizations.
Donate to Eagle Nation Online
$1734
$2000
Contributed
Our Goal