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Leander High School's online student-run newspaper

The Roar
Leander High School's online student-run newspaper

The Roar
All content by Dylan Hanna
Austin Graham has been a part of 'The Roar' staff since his sophomore year. He's been an amazing assistant-editor, friend, and human being this past few years, and we will miss him very much. -[THE ROAR STAFF]

[Photo] A letter of goodbyes

by Austin Graham, Assistant Editor
June 2, 2017
In a previous game, sophomore Hunter Stevens aims to score. Stevens is one of two sophomores on the team.

[Photo] Lions end streak with win against Lobos

by Michelle Parker, Staff Writer
February 21, 2017
In a previous game, senior Kobe Thompson falls into an opposing player. Thompson plays guard, point guard, and forward for the Lions.

[Photo] Reigned in by the Rangers and Vipers

by Michelle Parker, Staff Writer
February 3, 2017
Senior Blane Smith lines up a shot in a previous game. Smith is one of four forwards on the Lions.

[Photo] Lions narrowly escape the Lobos

by Michelle Parker, Staff Writer
January 27, 2017
Sophomore defensive back and punter Ben Hoff walks off the field after the defense failed to prevent a score. The Lions have been unable to prevent scoring in recent games.

Dual shutouts against Westlake

by Dylan Hanna, Staff Writer
November 9, 2016
Sophomore running back Adison Larue breaks past the Lake Travis defensive line. Larue had his first scoreless game of the season against the Cavaliers.

Lions fall to Hays, Lake Travis in consecutive losses

by Dylan Hanna, Staff Writer
November 3, 2016
The Viper running back is stopped on a run by the Lion offense. The play, which was a failed 4th-down conversion, resulted in a turnover.

Swept by the Vipers

by Dylan Hanna, Staff Writer
October 18, 2016
Sophomore running back Adison Larue rushes past the Vista line to score his first touchdown of the night. Larue scored both of the Lion touchdowns.

JV Lions fall to Vista Ridge

by Dylan Hanna, Staff Writer
October 6, 2016
Sophomore Rashad Carter runs the ball against the Tigers. This is Carter's first game on varsity.

[Photo] Lions fall to Tigers in homecoming game

by Kyle Gehman, Editor-In-Chief
September 21, 2016
Addison Larue stiff-arms a Warrior defender. He scored three touchdowns on the night.

Another close win for JV

by Dylan Hanna, Staff Writer
September 19, 2016
The addition of Glenn High School, led the district to redraw its zoning patterns. Many students of Running Brushy and Leander Middle felt the effects of the rezoning.

The Glenn Effect

by Dylan Hanna, Staff Writer
September 13, 2016
Sophomore quarterback Rashad Carter runs a keeper play. Carter rushed for one touchdown.

JV falls to Pflugerville

by Dylan Hanna, Staff Writer
September 8, 2016
Sophomore quarterback Rashad Carter breaks through the Ellison defense. Carter secured two rushing touchdowns against the Eagles.

One point win in JV season opener

by Dylan Hanna, Staff Writer
September 1, 2016
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[Photo] Austin Graham

August 31, 2016
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[Photo] Bri Branscomb

August 31, 2016
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[Photo] Amanda Nguyen

August 31, 2016
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[Photo] Kyle Gehman

August 31, 2016
A jumper competes during the Lion Relays. Senior Pardes Larks and sophomore Busisiwe Banda were the only jumpers who competed at regionals.

[Photo] Track finishes season at regional

by Kyle Gehman, Assistant Editor
May 4, 2016
Senior Dallas Sullivan shoots the ball towards goal. He finished his last goal with a hat trick.

[Photo] A final farewell

by Kyle Gehman, Assistant Editor
March 23, 2016
Senior Pedro Silva dribbles towards a defender. The boys tied this game 2-2.

[Photo] Brought down by the Patriots, Rangers

by Kyle Gehman, Assistant Editor
March 9, 2016
A JV girls' soccer player kicking the ball against Georgetown. The game resulted in a 0-0 tie.

[Photo] JV girls continue fighting

by Lyn Cheely, Staff Writer
March 2, 2016
Junior holding middle TJ Barrett blocking a Georgetown Eagle. “When preparing for a game, I like to jam out to loud upbeat music beforehand,” Barrett said. “Then, when we warm up on our own, I use the time to work on passing with Aurora, my best friend.”

[Photo] Stuck in a rut

by Aimee Bozoudes, Staff Writer
February 25, 2016
The JV boys played Vista Ridge. They lost 2-0 on February 12.

[Photo] JV boys’ soccer defeat East View, Dripping Springs

by Brianna Sabrsula, Staff Writer
February 25, 2016
Freshmen outside middle Claire Imig preparing to take control of the ball for the Lions. The Lady Lions would later lose to the Rangers with a score of 0-2.

[Photo] Communication is key

by Aimee Bozoudes, Staff Writer
February 19, 2016
Senior captain Dallas Sullivan attacks the Vandegrift defense. Sullivan is a forward but was unable to beat the Vandegrift defense in this game.

[Photo] Lions face Timberwolves, Mustangs

by Kyle Gehman, Assistant Editor
February 9, 2016
Sophomore Luis Montes kicking the ball down the field. The team beat Marble Falls 4-1 last Friday night.

[Photo] JV boys’ soccer defeats Marble Falls

by Brianna Sabrsula, Staff Writer
February 9, 2016
Quarterback Kyle Irlbeck sets up to throw a pass. He connected with his receiver for a touchdown later in the game.

[Photo] JV falls short to Timberwolves

by Kyle Gehman and Matthew Grissom
October 13, 2015
Quarterback Kyle Irlbeck throws the ball. Irlbeck connects with Christian Matthews later in the game for a touchdown.

SRO Corporal Trzeiack gives a presentation during class meetings about theft prevention. The class meeting also discussed truancy and absences.

[Photo] Truancy now considered a civil issue

by Jack Densmore, Editor-in-Chief
October 1, 2015
Band members play their instruments in the stands. March-a-thon will be this weekend at Bible Stadium.

[Photo] Choral Works goes to BOA with band

by Natalie Ditsler, Staff Writer
October 2, 2015
Saxophones preforming the band's show, Choral Works. They would nab first place during finals

[Photo] Band brings home the gold

by Garrett Gage, Staff Writer
October 1, 2015
The band preforming their halftime show. On Monday they will be the last to preform out of the high schools at 8 p.m.

[Photo] Festival of Bands showcases the best of the district

by Garrett Gage, Staff Writer
September 21, 2015
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