The Student Voice of Prosper High School

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The Student Voice of Prosper High School

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The Student Voice of Prosper High School

Eagle Nation Online
Riley McConnell

Riley McConnell, Chief Operating Officer

Riley McConnell is a senior at Prosper High School and is the Chief Operating Officer for Eagle Nation Online. This is her third year on staff and is involved in the Football Operations Department, an organization she is a founding member of. She is also the head photographer for the school's baseball team, alongside pursuing her personal photography career.

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During the PHS volleyball game against Rockhill, head coach Ashlee McCormick directs a player. She was named Dallas- Forth-Worth All-Area Coach of the Year. She won this award alongside her player and senior Ayden Ames who was named DFW All-Area MVP of the Year.

[Photo] Eagle Brief: Dec. 4 – 10

December 4, 2023
Arm wrapped around Coach Darrin Kight, senior Davis Perkins mourns the end of his season. It was special watching Davis get close with his coaches and teammates over the past few years, said senior Alexis Kirksey. Watching him from the student section was always so fun.

Football takes final loss of season, 35-7

Riley McConnell and Juliana Cruz
November 28, 2023
In the PHS gym, senior Courtney Reed gets ready to donate blood. Carter Blood Care works with the HOSA organization to host a blood drive for students today, Nov. 27. Seniors can get an honor cord for graduation if they donate twice – once in the first semester and once in the second semester. There will be another opportunity for 16-year-olds (with a parent-signed form) and 17-year-olds (and older) to donate in the spring. Every blood drive we do saves so many lives, HOSA sponsor and health sciences teacher Kelli Factor said. As you know, there is a massive shortage of blood available, so this really does make a difference for our community. Every pint collected can save up to three lives.

[Photo] Eagle Brief: Nov. 27 – Dec. 3

November 27, 2023
In a a graphic made my senior Juliana Cruz, displays a playlist of what music is involved in the episode. It includes a local Indie Rock band and fan-favorite Rock band. Todays songs were Flush and Poison by Laredo Two and Now and Then by the Beatles.

Podcast: Who’s Got Aux – Rock, Indie Rock Artists – Season 2 – Episode 4

Riley McConnell, Juliana Cruz, and Gracie Archibeque
November 16, 2023
Eyes on one another, Prosper volleyball huddles before a home game. Prosper finished the regular season with a 34-9 record. They are led by coach Ashlee McCormick. The team will compete in the first round of the state championship tournament on Friday Nov. 17 at 5 p.m. at the Curtis Culwell Center in Garland. With a win, the team will advance to the championship on Saturday, Nov. 18, at 5 p.m. in the same location.

[Photo] Analysis/Preview: Volleyball team earns its way into state tournament

November 17, 2023
Leg planted into the ground, sophomore Zaden Krempin blocks the defensive lineman, allowing the team to move the ball downfield. This year marks Krempins first on varsity. The Eagles will take on Lake Highlands this Friday at 7 p.m. at the Coach Kenny Deel Stadium in Melissa.

Football takes victory against Plano East, heads to Round 2 of playoffs

Riley McConnell and Juliana Cruz
November 14, 2023
In the PHS arena, senior Ayden Ames commits to UT Austin for D1 Volleyball on Signing Day. Ames switched her commitment from University of Nebraska to UT. The PHS Volleyball team qualified for the UIL State tournament.

[Photo] Eagle Brief: Nov. 13 – 19

November 13, 2023
Wearing a cross country shirt under his overalls, senior Max Miller is introduced as a spirit leader at Meet the Eagles. Miller made it to UIL State Cross Country Championships for the third year as a Varsity Elite athlete. He also is a pianist and Spanish Honor Society vice president.

Cross Country State-qualifier Max Miller finds success from small steps

Kaya Miller and Riley McConnell
November 10, 2023
Head bent, head coach Tyler Moore laughs after the team dumped the water on his head, in celebration. This is Moores first year as head coach. The team has earned multiple iconic wins and accomplishments under his guidance.

Column: Football season through my lens

Riley McConnell and Isabel Multer
November 2, 2023
In a digital graphic made by senior Juliana Cruz, Whos Got Aux?, is the title of the podcast, created by last years hosts, 2023 graduates Gianna Galante and Mithra Cama. In this episode, with new hosts, senior Riley McConnell and Cruz, introduce each other to music the other has not heard before. They discuss their opinions after each song is played.

Podcast: Who’s Got Aux – Modern R&B, local artists – Season 2 – Episode 3

Juliana Cruz and Riley McConnell
November 2, 2023
In celebration of a first-quarter touchdown, coach Coby Richards and Brian Thompson yell in excitement. The 49-yard pass from quarterback Nate TeneBarge to senior Javan Henry was followed by an explosion of cheers, setting the score 14-6. I always love football game season, junior Laurel McIntosh said. This game was special since it was my sisters and my senior friends last game. Also, it was a close game, so it was exciting to watch.

Football secures 3rd win against Allen, 1st in district

Riley McConnell and Juliana Cruz
October 31, 2023
Arm pumping into the air, offensive coordinator Malcolm Hill hypes up the players during warmups. We look at film to see if what we worked on throughout the week held up in the game, Hill said. And, if were doing things right, that puts us in the position to be successful.

Preview: Football looks to ‘tackle’ last home game against rival school

Riley McConnell, Chief Operating Officer
October 27, 2023
In a digital graphic made by senior Juliana Cruz, Whos Got Aux?, is the title of the podcast, created by last years hosts, 2023 graduates Gianna Galante and Mithra Cama. In this episode, with new hosts, senior Riley McConnell and Cruz, play songs that each of them never heard before and may like. They discuss their opinions after each song is played.

[Video] Podcast: Who’s Got Aux – Principal Nick Jones, Texas Country bring featured sounds – Season 2 – Episode 2 –

Riley McConnell and Juliana Cruz
October 20, 2023
The home side student section screams as the team scores a touchdown, leaving the score at 12-0. It was a 60-yard interception return for a touchdown. The theme this week was Pink Out for Breast Cancer Awareness month.

Starters, backups contribute to varsity win on Friday, 42-0

Riley McConnell, Juliana Cruz, and Gracie Archibeque
October 17, 2023
In a digital graphic made by senior Juliana Cruz, Whos Got Aux?, is the title of the podcast, created by last years hosts, 2023 graduates Gianna Galante and Mithra Cama. In this episode, with new hosts, senior Riley McConnell and Cruz, play songs that each of them never heard before and may like. They discuss their opinions after each song is played.

Podcast: Who’s Got Aux – Zach Bryan, SZA take spotlight – Season 2 – Episode 1

Riley McConnell and Juliana Cruz
October 13, 2023
At the Battle of the Birds football game, senior drum major Arjun Chati conducts the Mighty Prosper Eagle Band during their performance of the PHS fight song. On Sept. 30, the band competed at the Plano East Marching Invitational and won 6A Grand Champions, the highest award a band could win at the competition. It was definitely a relief, senior Quinn Jones said. We had never been to this competition before, but we were all fairly confident that we would be able to win it. But, when we actually heard him say that we won, it was like a huge weight had been lifted off my shoulders because that meant that the two and a half months leading up to that was all worth it.

[Photo] Marching band wins 6A Grand Champions

October 3, 2023
Opponent inches away, senior Josh Martinez dodges the defensive line, making his way down the field. The team won the game 51-13 against the Little Elm Lobos, sitting at a 5-1 season record. The players will take the field next against the McKinney Boyd Broncos on October 13th at 7 p.m.

Football ‘tackles’ Little Elm, dominates 51-13

Riley McConnell, Chief Operating Officer
October 3, 2023
Eyes forward, the 2023 Prosper Eagle Football team captains line up for the coin toss. According to their coaches, seniors Tyler Mercer, Terrence TJ Jones, Jonah McClendon, and Davis Perkins lead both on and off the field alongside QB1, senior Nate TenBarge. “(After the Rock Hill game,) I saw that we can’t get big-headed, McClendon said. We need to come out punching in order to win the game (against Little Elm tonight).

Preview: Varsity football takes on Little Elm

Riley McConnell, Chief Operating Officer
September 29, 2023
Dodging his defensive opponent, junior Leo Anguiano rushes down the field. Anguiano was named offensive player of the game for the match-up against Rockwall, Sept. 8th. Leo joined the varsity team last year, and plays as running back.

Football rises, claims victory over Denton Guyer, 31-28

Riley McConnell, Chief Operating Officer
September 26, 2023
Because a teacher did not need them for English tutorials, students gather Tuesday in the cafeteria for Eagle Time. On Monday, Sept. 11, drafting started, and teachers could begin helping students during this study hall. Students can be drafted on Mondays for Social Studies and Fine Arts, Tuesdays for English, Wednesdays for Science and World Languages, Thursdays for Math and Fridays for CTE.

[Photo] Editorial: Leaders deserve praise for advisory change

September 12, 2023
Hand on heart, senior Tyler Mercer stands with his team during the national anthem. Mercer committed to Tulane University to further his football career. In the attached article, Mercer reflects on his high school football career and decision to graduate early.

Football team captain reflects on career

Riley McConnell and Juliana Cruz
September 8, 2023
In celebration of a successful sack, senior Davis Perkins runs toward the sidelines as he lets out an excited scream. Perkins plays as a defensive linebacker. He was a part of the homecoming court for this school year, alongside his girlfriend, senior Alexis Kirksey. The festivities began at 6:15 p.m., 45 minutes before kickoff.

Football wins homecoming game against Sachse by a landslide, 49-13

Riley McConnell and Gracie Archibeque
September 6, 2023
Zach Bryans new album released on August 25th, 11:00 p.m. CT. The album consisted of 16 songs and was produced by Zach Bryan and Eddie Spears. The top 10 songs on Apple Music were all from the album only a week after the album dropped. (Album cover by Belting Bronco Warner)

Zach Bryan releases new album, breaks records

September 5, 2023
As his name is announced, senior Parker Browning celebrates winning homecoming king with his mom Jennifer Browning. Browning won king with senior queen Brianna Marler. Browning is on the varsity football team and Marler is the captain of the Talonettes drill team. More homecoming photos will publish tomorrow, too.

[Photo] Eagle Brief: Sept. 5-10

September 5, 2023
Arm extended, Ayden Ames serves the ball at the varsity teams first game of the season versus Decatur. My biggest inspiration is my mom, Ames said. She is my best friend and I look up to her everyday. The Lady Eagles won the game 3-0.

[Photo] Senior volleyball athlete plays for national team

August 31, 2023
Hand raised in the air, holding up a No. 1, senior Julia Whatley stands in line with her classmates, cheering on the team. The Eagles played Decatur High School at home on Tuesday, August 22. The team will play again Sep. 1 against Arlington.

Volleyball ‘hits’ way into 1st game, wins 3-1

Riley McConnell, Chief Operating Officer
August 29, 2023
Sitting on the PISD administration float, assistant principal Dr. Lute Croy throws candy to the 2023 crowd. Every year, many organizations, clubs and teams of Prosper High School and community make parade floats. Community members get to watch and collect candy as part of the homecoming parade tradition.

Students prepare to vote, participate in homecoming

Kaya Miller and Riley McConnell
August 28, 2023
Arm whipped back, senior Nate TenBarge warms up before the game. TenBarge is the starting quarterback for the varsity team this season. Jersey numbers were all swapped for the days events, not correlating with their in-season jerseys.

Football kickstarts season, faces off in scrimmage against Mesquite

Isabel Multer, Riley McConnell, and Sofia Ayala
August 21, 2023
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