9 Questions with Blanchard’s Cate Collingbourne – e-Sports Spotlight – Presented by Shelter Insurance – Rayburn Insurance Agency LLC
Blanchard’s Cate Collingbourne VYPE: Cate, what game do you compete in and what grade are you in this year? Cate Collingbourne: I’ve been competing for the Overwatch team since my sophomore year. I’m currently a senior. VYPE: What do you love most about your team and teammates at BHS? CC: I love that teammates are […]
Blanchard’s Addison Schmidt – Soccer Spotlight – Presented by Shelter Insurance – Rayburn Insurance Agency LLC
Blanchard’s Addison Schmidt Addison Schmidt did not grow up as a longtime soccer player, but the Blanchard High School senior has quickly become part of the foundation of the Lady Lions varsity program. Schmidt, who plays mainly forward or striker and sometimes center back, said her path in the sport is still new. She started […]
Blanchard’s Braxton Turner – Golf Spotlight – Presented by H&H Plumbing & Utilities, Inc.
Blanchard’s Braxton Turner Blanchard High School sophomore Braxton Turner is still early in his high school golf career, but he already carries the mindset of a seasoned player. Inspired by legends, driven by discipline and surrounded by close friends on the course, he is working to turn potential into consistent results for the Lions boys golf program. Turner, […]
Blanchard’s Emory Smalley – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Garrett Rayburn, Shelter Insurance
Blanchard’s Emory Smalley By Elizabeth Contreras Emory Smalley has played basketball since he was three, driven by his competitive nature to be better than his dad. With years of youth leagues and AAU programs under his belt, Smalley is now a key player for Blanchard High School. In basketball, Smalley views himself as more than […]
Q&A with Blanchard’s Kylann Dobbs – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Garrett Rayburn, Shelter Insurance
Blanchard’s Kylann Dobbs By Elizabeth Contreras VYPE: As a senior, how has your role changed this year?Kylann Dobbs: My role has evolved into being a leader both on and off the floor. VYPE: How do you feel your game has grown since last season?KD: I feel like my offense has improved most since last season. […]
Blanchard’s Sullivyn Sneed – Soccer Spotlight
Blanchard’s Sullivyn Sneed Blanchard High School midfielder Sullivyn Sneed has embraced a new role on the pitch while helping guide one of the school’s youngest athletic programs. A varsity soccer standout, she has quickly become a key piece for the Lions as they build on a surprisingly successful debut season. Last season, Sneed played center […]
Q&A with Blanchard’s Noah Smith – Football Spotlight – Presented by Garrett Rayburn, Shelter Insurance
Q&A with Blanchard’s Noah Smith By Elizabeth Contreras VYPE: Can you introduce yourself by sharing your name, grade, and the position you play on the football team? Noah Smith: My name is Noah Smith. I am in 11th grade, and I play the position of quarterback. VYPE: What does playing football at your school mean […]
Blanchard’s Christian Young – Football Spotlight – Presented by Garrett Rayburn, Shelter Insurance
Blanchard’s Christian Young At Blanchard High School, upcoming sophomore Christian Young stays focused on what is important to him: his faith. From Little League to high school football, Young says he lives for an audience of one—Jesus Christ. His parents, both pastors of a local church, have shaped his leadership and values. “They have always […]
Blanchard’s Brinley Abbott – Volleyball Spotlight – Presented by Dobbs Welding & Fabrication
Blanchard’s Brinley Abbott By Ivy Knapp Volleyball has been a big part of Brinley Abbott’s life since the seventh grade. As a setter, she has grown greatly on the court. Volleyball has taught her many valuable skills and brought her lifelong friendships along the way. “What I enjoy most is being part of a team,” […]
Blanchard’s Kylann Dobbs – Volleyball Spotlight – Presented by Dobbs Welding & Fabrication
Blanchard’s Kylann Dobbs You may know Kylann Dobbs for her spectacular talent on the Blanchard High School basketball court, but her talent in another hardwood sport rivals even that of her hoops mastery. “Volleyball helps me stay in shape for basketball,” said Dobbs, a senior. “There really aren’t that many similarities, but both sports are […]