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The student news site of McNeil High School

The Trailblazer

The student news site of McNeil High School

The Trailblazer

The Mavericks (5-3, 4-2 in district) come into this showdown 5th in the district vying for a playoff spot. Not only is this matchup taking place on Halloween, it is also Senior Night for players, trainers, dancers and band members.

Varsity Football Faces Off Against Manor

Rae Perez, Reporter 21 hours ago

It’s time for school spirit this season to get spooky. Manor vs. McNeil Football Game at Dragon Stadium is on Halloween!   Students all around campus have mixed feelings about a beloved holiday...

Diving Into the Life of a Swimmer

Diving Into the Life of a Swimmer

Landry Barron, Reporter October 10, 2025

The McNeil Swim Team is coached by Coach Foss, who also coaches the Water Polo team. ”We have a very talented group of swimmers and divers. We’re very excited about what we can accomplish this year.” The...

On Monday, Sep. 29, Varsity tennis placed third in their tennis tournament. The tennis team defeated Cedar Ridge 10-1 that Monday, but unfortunately lost a heartbreaking match against Vandegrift that Tuesday. This led them to setting up a match against Round Rock Wednesday for 3rd place which the Mavericks scored a win 10-3.

Tennis Places Third in District

Aarya Manchikanti, Reporter October 10, 2025

Varsity tennis wrapped up their fall season with a third-place finish in district, defeating rival Round Rock High School to close out their run. The Mavericks battled through a tough schedule that began...

Varsity Volleyball huddle in preparation for the second set in their match against Round Rock

Varsity Volleyball Approaches Season Closing

Sophie Garrett, Print Editor-in-Chief October 10, 2025

The Varsity Volleyball team marked the halfway point of their season in a heated match against Manor Senior High School on Friday, Sep. 26, ending in a big 3-1 win for the Lady Mavs. As their 2025 season...

The girls cross country team placed second in the Pro-Fit Cross Country Invitational 2025 for 5A-6A

Cross Country Season Recap

Kiyona Marshall, Reporter October 10, 2025

Cross Country’s last meet of the season took place on Wednesday, October 8th, and as the season comes to an end, athletes now take time to reflect on not only their personal performance, but their overall...

Senior Aden Taylor runs the ball, gaining yards leading up to the second touchdown of the game.

Varsity Football Gets First Ever Win Against Vandegrift

Gordon Bilz, Reporter October 10, 2025

The varsity football team beat the Vandegrift Vipers, 17-14, on Oct. 3 for their first win against the Vipers in program history. The game was tied 14-14 in the fourth quarter until senior kicker Bryce...

Student athletic trainer Halynd Golden runs onto the field during a timeout to hand water to the referees.

Beyond the Sideline: The Job of an Athletic Trainer

Paige Honeycutt, Sports Editor October 10, 2025

Athletic trainers start their morning before sunrise. Behind every game, there is a certain level of preparation and attention to detail that correlates with the success of McNeil's sports programs', This...

FALL SPORTS PHOTOS

FALL SPORTS PHOTOS

October 10, 2025

Varsity Football Dominate In District Showdown

Varsity Football Dominate In District Showdown

Sophie Garrett, Print Editor-in-Chief September 29, 2025

On Friday Sep. 26, the Varsity Football team bounced back from their loss to Round Rock High School in a 56-21 win over the Stony Point Tigers. The winner of the game became clear early with the Mavericks...

Varsity Volleyball Drops District Match Against Stony Point

Varsity Volleyball Drops District Match Against Stony Point

Sophie Garrett, Print Editor-in-Chief September 25, 2025

On Tuesday, Sept. 23, the Lady Maverick Varsity Volleyball team faced off against the Stony Point Tigers in a tough district matchup as the Tigers are currently ranked third in the district, with the result...

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