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Rounding out the corner, the Redhawks come out of the Regional meet hot. Sending athletes in two different events to the state competition, the team is determined.

Redhawks on track for State

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
May 2, 2022
Racing into the regional competition Friday, senior Cori Ross and her team have their eye on the prize preparing for the upcoming competition. The meet will be held at Maverick Stadium.

Redhawks left with one stop on state journey

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
April 28, 2022
After taking the UIL 5A state boys title last year, the track team heads out of the area competition Thursday looking back on last years memories. For some, this will be the last time they compete.

Redhawks on track for success

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
April 25, 2022
Advancing out of regionals, the boys and girls track teams are planning their travel to state. With the boys securing 1st place last year, they have big shoes to fill.

Track treks on

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
April 20, 2022
Running feet first into their District competition, track looks to round out their season. The team is determined to secure their spots in the area meet.

Track jogs to Kuykendall

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
April 12, 2022
Racing out of the weekend, the Redhawk track team looks back reflecting on their last meet. Winning state in the 2021 season, this years team feels they have large shoes to fill.

Track looks to improve leaps and bounds

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
April 4, 2022
Racing into the end of their season, track heads to the District 10-5A meet. They compete on Wednesday and Thursday, when they aim for top finishes to qualify for Area.

Redhawks on track for success

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
March 25, 2022
Running through the break, senior Cori Ross is back in action. While many students got to rest over spring break, track stuck with it with three back to back meets.

Track tiers out with back to back meets

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
March 14, 2022
Cheering each other on from the sidelines, girls basketball is proud of their efforts this season. Although moving further in playoffs was the teams ultimate goal, building lifelong bonds with teammates is the best reward according to the players.

Girls’ basketball bounces out of playoffs

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
February 28, 2022
In a game featuring two of the states top four 5A teams, the Redhawks (#4) handed McKinney North (#20 just its second loss of the year Tuesday night. The Redhawks outscored the Bulldogs 34-15 in the second half to win 59-35 and advance to the regional semifinals for the 4th straight year.

One season continues, one comes to an end

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
February 23, 2022
With Redhawks on either side, the Heritage Coyotes struggle to find an open shot. With Coyotes eager to score, #5, Jonathan Dupree-Buford, and #23, Jacobe Coleman, block the shot.

Boys’ basketball dribbles into playoffs

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
February 22, 2022
Attempting to defend the basket, the Redhawks are focused in on their defense. To stay ahead #23 Jacobe Coleman looks to block the shot.

Boys’ basketball bounces back

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
February 17, 2022
Looking to shoot and score, the Redhawks have the ball. Trying to find an open teammate, #11 Tristen Kailey gears up to pass the ball.

Basketball bounces back better than before

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
February 15, 2022
The girls basketball team faces the Emerson Mavericks on Tuesday, where they aim to secure another win. They sit at first in District 10-5A with a 7-1 record.

First step on the road to state begins for girls’ basketball

Kaden Groom, Staff Reporter
February 14, 2022
Looking to secure the ball for his team, #5 Jonathan Dupree-Buford tips the ball. The ball moves in favor of the Redhawks, giving the team the head start they are looking for.

Girls’ basketball dribbles their way into playoffs

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
February 9, 2022
Wingspan staff member Kaden Groom explains how Planos Whats Cluckin fried chicken restaurant is worth the visit.

The best Cluckin’ chicken in town

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
February 9, 2022
Kicking off the game, junior Jake Harvey welcomes #2 Trenton Walters onto the court. Walters leads the starters onto the court to start the game.

Basketball starts busy week with wins

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
February 8, 2022
The the boys basketball team took on a busy winter break playing a total of 4 games and ending the tournament with a 3-1 record. The team found success through working together as a group, which they will take into their district season underway.

Wins over Heritage keep basketball teams in prime playoff position

Kaden Groom, Staff Reporter
February 2, 2022
The boys

Playoff positioning on the line as basketball hosts Heritage

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
February 1, 2022
Looking to secure a point for his team, number two, senior Trenton Walters takes a shot. After sinking the shot, the team shifts to defense, looking to stay in the lead.

Redhawks cage the Racoons

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
January 31, 2022
The boys’ basketball team looks to beat the Heritage Coyotes on Tuesday for their senior night. They are currently ranked first in District 10-5A and aim to add another win to their record.

Winning streaks on the line as basketball teams take on Frisco

Kaden Groom, Staff Reporter
January 28, 2022
After a loss to the Memorial Warriors on Friday, the team is looking to bounce back against the Centennial Titans on Monday. They are looking for their first district win, and many players feel prepared.

Redhawks duel with the Knights

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
January 26, 2022
The boys basketball team is soaring into a busy winter break. They will be participating in the 82nd Annual Dallas ISD Holiday Invitational along with facing Lebanon Trail and Heritage.

Wins over Wakeland keep Redhawks basketball soaring

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
January 25, 2022
Redhawk basketball heads back to the Nest this Friday for a home game against the Wakeland Wolverines. The Redhawks will be defending their court this Friday as their last few games required the teams to travel within the district.

Redhawks look to defend home court

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
January 21, 2022
The Redhawks swept the Trail Blazers off their feet on Tuesday in a District 9-5A game. Both teams saw victories which put an end to the boys losing streak.

Redhawks sweep Trail Blazers

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
January 19, 2022
After seeing split results for both girls and boys basketball, the teams are more ready than ever to prove what they can do. Both teams look to take on the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.

It’s split results for the Redhawks, but still a focused team

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
January 18, 2022
After seeing split results for both girls and boys basketball, the teams are more ready than ever to prove what they can do. Both teams look to take on the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.

Seeking bounce back wins, basketball hosts Centennial

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
January 14, 2022
Entering Tuesdays game against Memorial High School, the girls basketball team was undefeated in District 9-5A with an 8-0 record. But after failing to score in overtime, the Redhawks fell to Memorial 37-32, leaving both teams in a tie for 1st place.

Grounded by the Warriors, girls’ basketball loses first district game

Kaden Groom, Staff Reporter
January 12, 2022
As Covid-19 takes out team after team, the Redhawks are hoping to continue out their season and finish strong. For many seniors this will be the last time they play FISD schools as round two of District 9-5A play begins.

Girls’ basketball looks to hold on to 15 game win streak

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
January 11, 2022
Following a tough win against McKinney North, the Redhawks are bouncing into their next round of playoffs. Staying so close throughout the first half gave the team the drive they need heading into Friday.

Redhawks wrap up round one of districts

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
January 10, 2022
After a loss to the Memorial Warriors on Friday, the team is looking to bounce back against the Centennial Titans on Monday. They are looking for their first district win, and many players feel prepared.

Trying to keep perfect district record, girls’ basketball takes on Reedy

Kaden Groom, Staff Reporter
January 7, 2022
Cheering each other on from the sidelines, girls basketball is proud of their efforts this season. Although moving further in playoffs was the teams ultimate goal, building lifelong bonds with teammates is the best reward according to the players.

Shooting to stay undefeated in district, Redhawks host Rangers

Kaden Groom, Staff Reporter
January 4, 2022
The Redhawks look to shoot and score on Tuesday in a District 9-5A game against the Independence Knights. While the athletes feel this is not their biggest competition yet, they still believe that they must treat each game with equal importance as not to get ahead of themselves.

Knights duel with Redhawks

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
December 14, 2021
The Redhawks look to shoot and score on Tuesday in a District 9-5A game against the Independence Knights. While the athletes feel this is not their biggest competition yet, they still believe that they must treat each game with equal importance as not to get ahead of themselves.

Redhawks soar over Wolverines

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
December 13, 2021
Rallying together, girls basketball gears up for a District 9-5A competition against Wakeland. The game will take place at 6:30 p.m. at Wakeland High School.

Redhawks on the hunt for Wolverines

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
December 10, 2021
Dominating against Lebanon Trail, the girls managed to hold a minimum of 8 points over the Trail Blazers throughout the entirety of the game. This leaves the team undefeated in their District 9-5A season.

Girls’ basketball extinguish Trail Blazers hopes for a win

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
December 8, 2021
Girls basketball brought home a 54-22 win in a District 9-5A game against the Centennial Titans on Friday. While it seemed like a game the Redhawks had in the bag, the team still fought throughout the entirety of the game to follow through with their drive and secure their final score.

It’s down the court and through the hoop for girls’ basketball

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
December 6, 2021
Opening District 9-5A play on Tuesday, the Redhawks hosted the Memorial Warriors. The two teams had already played twice this year in tournament play with each team earning a win. But the Redhawks got the advantage in the district standings with their 49-45 win at The Nest.

Redhawks win by a tail feather

Kaden Groom and Harley Classe
December 1, 2021
Seeking out a win heading into break, the girls basketball team plays in the Allen Hoopfest Tournament. They are playing in the gold bracket Thursday through Saturday at Allen High School.

Redhawk basketball soars into district season

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
November 30, 2021
The Redhawks look to maintain their winning streak of 4 in the Allen Hoopfest on Thursday, November 18. Honing on the minor details, they hope to perfect their game.

Girls’ basketball looks to maintain winning streak

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
November 18, 2021
Following a close loss the previous week, the Redhawks brought home a championship in the annual Mavs Fall Classic. The game came down to a final basket made by junior, Journee Chambers.

Redhawks dominate in Mavs Fall Classic

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
November 15, 2021
After a previous loss in their first game of the season, the Redhawks girls basketball team is looking to bounce back. The team plays in the Mavs Classic Tournament this Thursday.

Girls basketball looks to bounce back

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
November 11, 2021
Girls basketball kicked off their season with a game against South Grand Prairie High School where they lost 52-47. The team will not let this stop them however has their next game is just around the corner.

Girls’ basketball falls short in season opening game

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
November 8, 2021
The swim and diving teams saw first place finishes and record breaks at the 5A TISCA Meet Thursday-Sunday. “Overall the team did excellent. I am very proud of each and every swimmer and diver,” head swim and dive coach Zach Gnoza said.

FISD Invitational gives swim a preview of competition

Kaden Groom, Sports Reporter
November 5, 2021
With three games left in the regular season, the Redhawks travel to Princeton for a District 7-5A game against Princeton High School. The Redhawks head into Fridays contest with a 4-1 district record. Leading the way for the Redhawks, junior quarterback Keldric Luster who has a stable of receivers catching his passes.

From the shadows to the spotlight, receiver corp taking flight

Kaden Groom, Staff Reporter
October 22, 2021
Parents and guardians have the opportunity to step into their students shoes for Meet the Teacher night. The event is Monday from 6-7:30 p.m.

Kyle Parks

Kaden Groom, Guest Contributor
September 20, 2021
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