Lovejoy Football

SEASON
TOUCHDOWNS 76
stats
11
246.79
interceptions
passing yards per game

10 forced
fumbles
196.79
rushing yards
per game
striping
AWAY
A FO
OTBALL TRADITION
At the start of every season, the football team
participates in a helmet striping ceremony.
During the ritual, the players and their fathers
work together to apply long stickers to their
helmets symbolizing a rite of passage and “I feel like having the “It was a really special “It meant a lot to me
“It’s more of a bonding
commemorating a new team and new season. stripes really show how event to me. I was able to because we get to do it
time with you and your
The tradition creates a great team bonding far I’ve come in my spend time with my dad, with our dads and make
dad while striping your
opportunity and allows the parents to get to football experience.” and bond over football memories with them and
helmet for varsity. It’s a
know each other as well. photos by Jonathan -Ty Smith, 110 with him.” the team.”
great experience.”
Schmitt and courtesy of Football - Jaymez Beaner, 11 -Jacob Janecek, 10
- Jose Ignacio Guevara, 11
LEOPARDS WIN DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP

FOOTBALL
fever
KICKING IT OFF Sophomore Cooper Ryan (#25),
prepares to kick a field goal at Princeton High
School on Oct. 6. The Leopards were able to score
on every possession defeating the Panthers 63-0.
“I’ve been a kicker since seventh grade, and played
soccer before joining football,” Cooper said. “I really
enjoy being able to be a part of the team, and I hope
to continue in this position.” photo by Drew Holland
KEEP IT SAFE Excited for his last football

season and school year at Lovejoy, senior
Mason Dragoo (#9) plays defensive end and
tight end against North Crowley on Sept. 8.
“My favorite part of Lovejoy Football is my
teammates and coaches who I get to see
every day,” Mason said. “All of them have
been impactful in my life and I wouldn’t want
to play for any other program,” Mason said.
photo by Layne Dechant
FIELD FLIER Playing his heart out during his last year, senior Dante Dean (#4) runs
the ball against Denison at the homecoming game. Playing from a very young
age, Dante loves the game and enjoys helping the team to victory as the team’s
running back. “I’ve played since I was little, and the love from the game made me
10 want to continue playing,” Dante said. photo by Avery Haeussler
victory
DANCE
ATHLETES
CELEBRATE
SUCCESS
SAME SPORT, NEW MENTALITY Celebrating a defensive
play with his teammates, junior Owen Magee (#23)
showcases his triumph on the field. photo by Avery Haeussler
MOMENT OF CELEBRATION Senior Ethan Nelson (#18)
receives high-fives and congratulations from his coaches after
a successful play before returning to the field. “Playing with
the team is really fun and helping them win is even better,”
Ethan said. photo by Avery Haeussler
PLAY HARD, WIN EASY During the Pink Out game on Oct.
13, senior James Brunson (#7) celebrates. “I was excited we
stopped them from scoring,” James said. photo by Caroline
Dolberry
DYNAMIC DUO Shoulder bumping after an incredible play,
Bear Tenney (#85) and Parker Livingstone (#9) hype each
other up, after working together to beat McKinney in the first
scrimmage of the season. photo by Avery Haeussler
CHAMPION LIFT Cheering after an amazing play, junior
Daylan McCutcheon (#11) is lifted up William Fry (#70), to
congratulate him on his play. He was joined by Bear Tenney
(#12), and Matthew Evans (#20) as they celebrated as a
team. photo by Layne Dechant
STAR PLAYER Ready

to clutch the ball, junior
Bear Tenney catches a
pass during the McKinney
scrimmage on Aug. 7. Bear
explains what drives him at
games to do his best and
what keeps him motivated
when playing football. “It’s
great playing football. I’ve
always loved it since I was
a kid,” Bear said. photo by
Avery Haeussler
KICKING TO VICTORY Sending the ball down the field, senior Cameron
Garcia (#37) plays in the first playoff game against Pine Tree on Nov. 10.
Cameron has enjoyed being a part of the Lovejoy football team. “My favorite
thing about football is the energy it brings,” Cameron said. “Not many other
sports have the type of energy football has.” photo by Layne Dechant
GRAVITY DEFYING CATCH Football thrown down the field, Junior Daylan
McCutcheon (#8) jumps up to make a catch, during the scrimmage against
McKinney on Aug. 17. “Running out on the field with my teammates and
supporting the school, gives me the motivation to play my best,” Daylan
said. photo by Avery Haeussler
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SEASON

passing yards per game

LEOPARDS WIN DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP

KEEP IT SAFE Excited for his last football

STAR PLAYER Ready

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