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Hayden Swanson

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor

This is my 3rd year on staff. I hold the title of Managing Editor this year, and my job is to manage and assist people on White Days. Outside of Student Press, I'm a big movie buff and love to make movies and videos of my own.

All content by Hayden Swanson
Ron Howards new film Hillbilly Elegy debuted on Nov. 24 to incredibly mixed reactions. Photo courtesy of @netflix.

‘Hillbilly Elegy’ Proves to be Disastrous Misfire

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
November 27, 2020

Varsity Football Snaps Losing Streak, Notches 42-28 Homecoming Win Over McNeil

Sourav Dhar, Sports Editor
November 27, 2020
Space Force debuted on Netflix to mixed reception on Friday, May 29. Photo Courtesy of @spaceforce

‘Space Force’ Struggles to Stick The Landing

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
June 2, 2020
A Retrospective Word With the Warriors: Coronavirus.

A Retrospective Word With the Warriors: Coronavirus.

Hayden Swanson, Serenity McIntosh, and Connor Cain
May 30, 2020
A Word With the Warriors: School Drills.

A Word With the Warriors: School Drills.

Hayden Swanson, Serenity McIntosh, Ian Drerup, and Connor Cain
May 23, 2020
A Word With the Warriors: Our School Mascot.

A Word With the Warriors: Our School Mascot.

Hayden Swanson, Serenity McIntosh, Connor Cain, and Ian Drerup
May 21, 2020
Christian Robinson 20 catches a rebound. The Warriors had great defense and crashed the boards after halftime with a 10-0 run.

Varsity Boys’ Basketball Slays Cypress Lakes Spartans 47-43 in Intense Playoff Showdown

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
February 27, 2020
Sprinting towards the goal, Coby Koch 20 dodges enemy Dragons and attempts to score. The Warriors were ultimately unable to score during the first quarter of the game.

Varsity Boys' Lacrosse Annihilated by Round Rock Dragons 9-4

February 20, 2020
Jack Baddour 20 attempts to prevent an enemy Dragons advance during a defensive play. The Dragons scored several times during the third quarter, creating an enormous lead.

Varsity Men's Lacrosse vs Round Rock Highlights

March 2, 2020
The new film is the last of the current saga, ending the series on a good note. Photo Courtesy of @starwars.

‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ Brings Cherished Saga to a Satisfying Conclusion

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
January 10, 2020
Star Wars Movie Rundowns Part Four

Star Wars Movie Rundowns Part Four

Hayden Swanson, Connor Cain, and Ian Drerup
January 7, 2020
Star Wars Movie Rundowns Part Three

Star Wars Movie Rundowns Part Three

Hayden Swanson, Connor Cain, and Ian Drerup
December 28, 2019
Star Wars Movie Rundowns Part Two

Star Wars Movie Rundowns Part Two

Hayden Swanson, Ian Drerup, and Connor Cain
December 22, 2019
Star Wars Movie Rundowns Part One

Star Wars Movie Rundowns Part One

Hayden Swanson, Ian Drerup, and Connor Cain
December 12, 2019
Principal Follows Up On Weekend Investigations

Principal Follows Up On Weekend Investigations

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
November 14, 2019
A Williamson County Sheriff vehicle is parked on campus near the portables.

Administration Responds to Shooting Threat Discovered On Social Media

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
November 10, 2019
The team celebrates after scoring a point. This was near the end of the third set, so tensions were high.

Varsity Volleyball Crushes Round Rock Dragons 3-0 In Final Home Game of Season

Hayden Swanson and Alana True
October 30, 2019
The poster for Jojo Rabbit features the main characters for the film played by outstanding actors and actresses. The colors represent the Nazis and the time period in which the movie takes place, World War II. Photo Courtesy of Taika Waititi Instagram.

Satire ‘Jojo Rabbit’ Impresses Viewers

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
October 28, 2019
The poster for El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie features main character Jesse Pinkman portrayed by Aaron Paul. Paul has won multiple Emmys for his work in the Breaking Bad series. Photo Courtesy of Aaron Paul.

‘El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie’ Falls Short of Expectations

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
October 17, 2019
Outside hitter Abby Gregorczyk 21, setter Abi Rucker 20, and defensive specialist Maddie Gillispie 20 prepare for the opponents serve. Gregorczyk and Ruckers aggression led to the Warriors winning the first set 25-16.

Varsity Volleyball Slays Dragons 3-0

Ian Drerup, Video Editor
September 28, 2019
Live From Area 51

Live From Area 51

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
September 20, 2019
It: Chapter 2 Does Terrifyingly Well

‘It: Chapter 2’ Does Terrifyingly Well

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
September 9, 2019
Robbie Jeng 21 looks down the field, searching for an open receiver while EJ Wiley 21 tries to reach him.

Varsity Football Competes in Spring Game

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
May 15, 2019
Symphony Orchestra plays Bohemian Rhapsody while the video is projected in the background.

Orchestra Holds Final Concert of Year

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
May 13, 2019
Marvel Movie Rundowns: Part Six & Seven

Marvel Movie Rundowns: Part Six & Seven

Catherine Wiesehuegel, Hayden Swanson, and Chayce Wellings
May 7, 2019
Marvel Movie Rundowns: Part Four & Five

Marvel Movie Rundowns: Part Four & Five

Catherine Wiesehuegel, Hayden Swanson, and Chayce Wellings
May 7, 2019
Marvel Movie Rundowns: Part Three

Marvel Movie Rundowns: Part Three

Catherine Wiesehuegel and Hayden Swanson
April 30, 2019
Marvel Movie Rundowns: Part Two

Marvel Movie Rundowns: Part Two

Catherine Wiesehuegel and Hayden Swanson
April 29, 2019
Kaybee Beggs 22 attempts to reclaim the ball in a defensive play.

JV Girls’ Lacrosse Triumphs Over Canyon 6-3

Catherine Wiesehuegel, Reporter
April 19, 2019
Marvels newest entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Captain Marvel, continues Marvels succeeding track record and is another solid entry into the superhero genre.

‘Captain Marvel’ Continues Marvel’s Movie Success

Hayden Swanson , Managing Editor
March 12, 2019
With a McNeil player approaching, Niko Harris 20 kicks the ball across the field.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Defeats McNeil 3-0

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
February 28, 2019
The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part brings the charm of the original movie back to the franchise with unique jokes and a compelling story.

‘The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part’ Builds Up Success

Hayden Swanson , Managing Editor
February 14, 2019
Christie French 19 dodges an opponent in an offensive play.

Varsity Girls’ Basketball Decimates Round Rock 54-38, Moves on to Playoffs

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
February 9, 2019
Annalise Galliguez 20 and Kenzie Beckham 21 prepare to play defense.

Varsity Girls' Basketball Falls to Cedar Park Timberwolves 53-38 In Season Opener

November 9, 2019
Christian Robinson 20 shoots against two Leander defenders.

Varsity Boys’ Basketball Clobbers Leander 58-51

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
February 7, 2019
Makayla Coy 19 dribbles past an opponent in a game against Hendrickson on Jan. 16.

Varsity Girls’ Basketball Prevails Over Vandegrift 47-36

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
February 3, 2019
Desi Davalos 22 passes the ball to a teammate.

Varsity Girls’ Basketball Slain By Dragons 46-45

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
January 23, 2019
Desi Davalos 22 and Anisha Chintala 21 play defense.

Varsity Girls’ Basketball Knocks Down Cedar Ridge 58-42

Hayden Swanson, Managing Editor
January 13, 2019
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