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Farmers' Harvest

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Farmers' Harvest

The school news site of Lewisville High School

Farmers' Harvest

Ruben Plascencia

Ruben Plascencia, Staff Writer

“When frogs are falling from the sky, just take responsibility.” – “C’est La Vie” by The Killers. Football, ketchup and capybaras. That’s all anyone really needs to know about senior Ruben Plascencia. He’s as ambitious–albeit lazy–about school and as passionate about contact sports as ever. In his second year on staff, he’ll either be one of the quietest people in the room or blabbering about some team you’ve never heard of and how much strife they put him through.

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Rivalries, parity and pucks

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Senior pitcher Jaxon Erlinger throws a fastball in a game against Denton Ryan on Saturday, March 16. The Farmers commemorated their seniors before the game, which was a 7-5 win.

District dangers

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April 4, 2024
Junior Trenton Brantley pitches in a game against Plano East on Friday, March 15. The Farmers lost 5-0, splitting the series 1-1 with East.

Battling against odds

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March 22, 2024
Junior Jacob Gallegos anticipates the ball during the game against The Colony on Feb. 23.

Steep hills to climb

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March 7, 2024
Shortstop Jacob Gallegos dives to touch first base and avoids being out in a game against The Colony on Friday, Feb. 23. The Farmers beat the Cougars 6-5, with Gallegos running in the walk-off hit.

Accepting the challenge

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March 1, 2024
"Eventually, something has to stay. I can’t write and erase forever. Even if it’s just an internal monologue to make me feel less negative about my writing."

Column: The process

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February 12, 2024
Senior Jaydan Hardy poses for a photo along with family and head football coach Michael Odle at the mock signing day on Thursday, Dec. 14.

Committed to excellence

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December 15, 2023
Sophomore Samaya Burton passes the ball to senior Aaliyah Scott during the game against Denton on Thursday, Nov. 7.

No room for error

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December 8, 2023
Running back Viron Ellison tries to gain yardage against Eagle’s defense on Thursday, Nov. 9 at John Clark Stadium.

By the smallest margin

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November 15, 2023
"This was Game 1 of the World Series, and I was going to be a part of it."

Column: Not dreaming anymore

Ruben Plascencia, Staff Writer
November 8, 2023
Running back Tenel Hill (28) scores the final touchdown of the game while Hawks’ offensive guard Jadon Lilly (9) and defensive end Jason "Clay" Lindmark (12) rush to stop the play. The Farmers ended the game with a score of 32-10.

A heavyweight battle

Ruben Plascencia, Staff Writer
November 8, 2023
Tight end Gabriel Lewis (16) runs the ball past Plano East cornerback Braylon Coleman during the first quarter of the game on Friday, Oct. 3.

Hunting the Hawks

Ruben Plascencia, Staff Writer
November 2, 2023
Rangers take home a big win from the first game of the 2023 World Series with a 6-5 score.

Finally bringing it home

Ruben Plascencia, Staff Writer
November 2, 2023
Farmer running back Viron Ellison (21) dashes with the ball while Marauders' defensive back Cam Canady (12) tries to tackle Ellison.

Wrapping up with wins

Ruben Plascencia, Staff Writer
October 27, 2023
Alumnus Walter Garrison passed away at the age of 79 on Oct. 11.

Remembering a true Cowboy

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October 13, 2023
Senior offensive lineman Xavion Davis looks to block Plano West defenders to make space for senior running back Viron Ellison during the Plano West football game.

Making a statement

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October 12, 2023
Quarterback Ethan Terrell runs with the ball before a pass in the fourth quarter of the Coppell football game.

A look in the mirror

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October 5, 2023
Varsity running back Viron Ellison (21) runs the ball as Flower Mound defense tries to tackle him.

Duel of district fates

Ruben Plascencia, Staff Writer
September 29, 2023
Senior wide receiver Tye Miller (3) runs his route against Skeeters cornerback Loyd McIntosh (14) in the first quarter of the away game against Mesquite.

District champs return

Ruben Plascencia, Staff Writer
September 21, 2023
The Farmer football team begins district play on Friday, Sept. 22. Last year, the Farmers were named the 6-6A district champions.

District 6-6A preview

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September 21, 2023
Quarterback Ethan Terrell (7) scans the field for an open receiver for his final Hail Mary of the game against Highland Park on Friday, Sept. 1.

First taste of adversity

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September 7, 2023
Quarterback Ethan Terrell runs the ball through defensive linemen from Naaman Forest.

A clash of contenders

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August 31, 2023
Senior quarterback Zephen Walker looks down the field for a receiver during the scrimmage against Byron Nelson on Thursday, Aug. 17.

Trying to get to 1-0

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August 24, 2023
Senior Bre'Anna Harlin commits to TCU to run track.

Sprinting to state

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May 12, 2023
After spinning three times, junior Devin Love throws the discus at the Flower Mound invitational.

Racing into Regional

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April 27, 2023
2023 NFL mock draft

2023 NFL mock draft

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April 27, 2023
Courtesy of David Pugh.

Column: One of a kind

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April 21, 2023
Senior Te'Anna Harlin commits to TCU to run track.

Running through records

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April 20, 2023
Senior DJ Koulai prepares to pass the ball during the game against Flower Mound.

Kicking into new gear

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February 17, 2023
NFL playoff primer

NFL playoff primer

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January 13, 2023
Senior Xavier Lewis (11) sprints past an Arlington Martin defender during the game on Friday, Nov. 18. The Farmers won 10-0.

Uncharted territory

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December 2, 2022
Junior Ethan Terrell (7) runs the ball during the Allen game on Friday, Nov. 11.

Deja vu

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November 18, 2022
Junior Viron Ellison (21) runs to get a first down against Hebron's defense.

Not finished yet

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November 11, 2022
Football coaches share a hug after their first Battle of the Axe win in four years.

Finishing strong

Ruben Plascencia, Staff Writer
November 3, 2022
Quarterback Ethan Terrell runs the ball in for the second touchdown of the night. This tied the game after earning the field goal point.

On the road again

Ruben Plascencia, Staff Writer
October 28, 2022
Viron Ellison (21) prepares to take on Coppell’s center back Braxton Myers (4) while Lucas Sanders (82) blocks Coppell’s linebacker Gabe Warren (9).

Looking to end the streak

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October 21, 2022
The varsity football players run through a blow-up school logo at the enter the field for the homecoming football game.

An early advantage

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October 14, 2022
Kicker Feddy Joya punts the football down the field during the first quarter of the homecoming game.

Road trip

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October 7, 2022
Quarterback Ethan Terrell (7) prepares to pass the ball to a teammate at the game against Mesquite on Friday, Sept. 9.

Quick draw

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September 30, 2022
Familiar foes

Familiar foes

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September 23, 2022
Quarterback Ethan Terrell passes the ball to his offensive players at the game against Highland Park on Friday, Sept. 2.

Potential shootout

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September 9, 2022
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