The Student Voice of Prosper High School

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The Student Voice of Prosper High School

Eagle Nation Online
The Student Voice of Prosper High School

Eagle Nation Online
Ana Arredondo

Ana Arredondo, Editor-in-Chief

Senior Ana Arredondo is the Editor-in-Chief of Eagle Nation Online, the student publication of Prosper High School. She is a part of the yearbook and newspaper staff on campus, competes on the UIL Journalism team, and is also a member of the student council. She has received several recognitions and awards for her writing, including an “Excellence” in sports writing at the JEA National Convention. She promises to strive to do her best with coverage of all Prosper events and students. Ana plans to double major in journalism and business. You can usually find her on the sidelines with a camera.

All content by Ana Arredondo
Junior photojournalist Justin Hudson photographs himself while wearing a mask and abiding by Centers of Disease Control recommendations to protect himself and others from COVID-19. According to the CDC, 33% of hospitalized patients were black and 92.3% of deaths out of 100,000 people in New York were as well. "African Americans are experiencing an excessive COVID-19 death toll," Hudson said. "This further reveals the dark legacy of racial inequality in America."

Visual Column: Photojournalist expresses concern
over COVID-19 outbreaks in African American communities

Justin Hudson and Cate Emma Warren
May 6, 2020
The class of 2020 poses together for a picture after Senior Sunrise on August 16, 2019. Governor Abbott announced today, April 17, schools will remain closed through the end of the school year. Senior editor-in-chief Ana Arredondo reflects on the news in the attached column. "The people of Prosper High School engraved a mark on me," Arredondo said." "And, I’d like to think I left a small one on them."

Column: Senior looks both forward, back for Eagles of 2020

Ana Arredondo, Editor-in-Chief
April 17, 2020

Senior families gather outside stadium to watch slideshow

Ana Arredondo, Editor-in-Chief
April 16, 2020
Essential workers continue to help people around the Metroplex maintain buildings and homes. This repairman in the Rock Hill area grabbed junior photojournalist Justin Hudson's attention during one of the cloudy days this month. The North Dallas area had the second wettest March on record, which gives plenty of owners an opportunity to find possible roof leaks.

A view from the top – Social distancing, essential work continues

Justin Hudson, Photographer
April 8, 2020
Sophomore Justin Endicott reads the COVID-19 district update. Superintendent Dr. Drew Watkins announced the decision to extend spring break for all students and staff for a week as a precaution for the coronavirus pandemic. Classes will resume on Monday, March 23 for all campuses.

PISD extends spring break amidst COVID-19 pandemic

Ana Arredondo, Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2020
Center-back Cole Newman, No. 25, looks down before sending the ball forward. The Eagles were tied with McKinney High for third place in district standings, but beat the Lions 3-1.

Boys soccer looks to beat Plano East after win over McKinney

Ana Arredondo and Ryan Stanley
February 21, 2020
A student loads Life360 on their phone. As of 2018, 18 million families use Life 360. "I actually think it’s really convenient," sophomore Carrington Langston said. "Especially when I have to get picked up from a theatre rehearsal or drill team, I can see that my mom is at Kroger or that she’s turning into the high school."

[Photo] Students review benefits, drawbacks of Life 360, location-tracking apps

February 20, 2020
NBA fans universally felt abandoned after losing a former player. Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna Bryant, passed away in a helicopter that crashed into hills in California Sunday morning. "Kobe may have passed, but his leadership, his legacy, and his fame will still live on forever," reporter Justin Hudson said. "Mamba mentality lives on."

Kobe Bryant’s accident impacts students

Justin Hudson, Photographer
February 4, 2020
Senior captain Jack Simonini leads the ball downfield. The Eagles are went 4-3-1 in pre-season. They kickoff district play against McKinney High Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 7:30 p.m.

Soccer kicks district season against McKinney

Ana Arredondo, Editor-in-Chief
January 21, 2020
PODCAST PHOTO

[Photo] Fridays Are For The Girls Reish invites Prosper varsity football players

All voices
January 21, 2020
Disney Plus releases the nostalgic show called "The Proud Family," which was a Disney Channel original show that debuted in 2001 and had four years of running seasons. "This show was a huge hit especially in African Americans households," reviewer Justin Hudson said. "You have time now to start binge watching old seasons before new episodes come out Feb. 1."

Review: ‘The Proud Family’ comes to Disney Plus

Justin Hudson, Reporter
January 16, 2020
Prosper offense gets ready for there next play.Prosper went against the Skeets getting an win ,now early waiting to go against Rockwall for Bi District.

Prosper Vs. Rockwall Preview

Justin Hudson, Photographer and Reporter
December 5, 2019
Quarterback Jackson Berry, No. 5, and receiver Cameron Harpole, No. 9, celebrate a 46-yard pass touchdown.

Analysis: Prosper knocks out The Woodlands from playoffs, wins Regional Semifinals

Ana Arredondo, Editor-in-Chief
December 2, 2019
"The Super Midway" is the place where fair games can be played and where "State of Texas" attendees can get their thrills on fair rides. The fair was around from early September to late October. In the attached slide show and opinion piece photojournalist Justin Hudson and columnist Giana Ortner-Findley lead readers through this year's fair to give the experience of the rush of rides and the reasons to plan not to miss this event next year

Texas State Fair Review – Next year, to do or not to do?

Gianna Ortner-Findlay and Justin Hudson
November 11, 2019
Student body president Preston Cutler and Student Council member Cole Kindiger cheer as CBS 11 reporter interviews them. This was the last pep rally of the season. "Being able to represent the positive spirit of Prosper High School on TV was pretty awesome," Cutler said.

Students cheer at CBS 11 pep rally

Ana Arredondo, Editor-in-Chief
November 8, 2019
Junior Herman Lee kneels at the goal post before kick off. Prosper fell to Allen 35-7. The Eagles look to play Plano on Friday. The seniors will be honored before the game.

Analysis: Prosper looks to beat Plano during senior night after loss to Allen 35-7

Ana Arredondo, Caroline Wilburn, and Lexi Goodrum
November 6, 2019
Kicker Brad Larson greets his friends after concluding the homecoming game Friday night. Larson kicked three field goals and made 2/3 PATs. He has only missed one PAT this season.

Analysis: Prosper defeats McKinney Boyd in homecoming victory, prepares for Plano West

Ana Arredondo, Editor-in-Chief
October 22, 2019
Homecoming queen Victoria Carpenter receives a bouquet of flowers from student body president Preston Cutler. Carpenter ran alongside senior Panashe Ruswayi. They were also named to the sophomore homecoming court in 2017. "I am very happy for the win, but more importantly I am grateful that all of the contestants display great leadership and discipline in everyday life," Carpenter said. "At Prosper, we are one, and I share this with all the beautiful queens of PHS."

Eagles win over McKinney Boyd Broncos at homecoming game

Emma Gnidziejko, Justin Hudson, Ana Arredondo, and Aaron Boateng
October 22, 2019
Tyler Bailey, No. 4, looks for open holes to run the ball. He scored a touchdown in the first quarter. The Eagles lost to Jesuit 41-14.

Prosper prepares for homecoming game against McKinney Boyd

Ana Arredondo and Grace Williamson
October 18, 2019
Sophomore Tyler Bailey rushes the ball after catching a 22-yard pass. He carried it into the end zone to advance Prosper's lead to 28-0. Bailey had previously ran a 2-yard drive for another touchdown in the third quarter

Analysis – Football dominates Plano East in shutout 42-0

Ana Arredondo, Editor-in-Chief
October 2, 2019
Junior Grant Peck, No. 14, signals a thumbs up to an official. Peck is a slot receiver for the team. Slot receivers are played in an offensive formation closest to the sideline.

Eagles stay undefeated with victory over McKinney

Ana Arredondo, Kennedy Wyles, Justin Hudson, and Christi Norris
September 26, 2019
With hands lifted high, senior Hunter Sheffield does not hold back his cheers at the Eagles' matchup against McKinney High Friday, Sept. 20. Although there was a light rain shower late in the third quarter, the student section broke out to sing "Sweet Caroline" together. Prosper came out on top with a win over the Lions 49-14. "My favorite moments of Friday Night Lights are the memories," Sheffield said. "I always tend to meet new people at the game and always establish a friendship, or get to know them better when it's under the lights."

Senior cheers on football team in victory over McKinney

Ana Arredondo and Christi Norris
September 25, 2019

Player of the week Tate Nichols plays game, discusses what to expect at McKinney

Ana Arredondo, Maggie Hale, and Mya Peterson
September 20, 2019
Tate Nichols, No. 15, tackles a Flower Mound player. The Eagles are 3-0 and will play their next game against McKinney High School Friday, Sept. 20 at the McKinney ISD Stadium. The McKinney Lions currently have a record of 2-1 this season.

Analysis – Undefeated Prosper prepares for matchup against McKinney

Ana Arredondo, Editor-in-Chief
September 19, 2019
Varsity players Jacob Ross, No. 80, Deven Mathis, No. 6 and Damien Stuver, No. 56 join the rest of the team in a huddle. At halftime, Flower Mound trailed Prosper, the scoreboard reading 36-0. The Eagles won with a final score of 57-34

Prosper stays undefeated with victory over Flower Mound

Ana Arredondo and Kennedy Wyles
September 17, 2019
Junior Aidan Siano, No. 44, gets ready during warm-ups before the football game at Flower Mound Friday night Sept. 13. The Prosper Eagles beat Flower Mound with a score of 57-34. The team is currently 3-0, and they will take on McKinney High school Sept. 20 at McKinney, starting 7 p.m.

[Photo] Football looks to win over McKinney High

Caroline Wilburn, Reporter
September 18, 2019
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