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Varsity Boys Defeat Shelton

Varsity Boys Soccer Starts Off District Play with a Win
Nicholas Catullo, staff writer
December 8, 2023
Photo by: Emma Ashcraft
Senior Liam Corley looks to throw the ball in.

On Thursday, December 8, the McKinney Christian Academy varsity boys’ soccer team played against Shelton as their first district game of the season. The Mustangs’ beat Shelton 3-1 winning their first district game of the season with goals scored by seniors Liam Corley, Breckin Billington, and captain David Roller. When asked about how the game, Roller said, “This was a great way to kick off district play, we played our soccer by playing physical and moving up the sideline, it feels nice to start off district play 1-0.”

The Mustangs next game will be on Monday, January 8, against Dallas Covenant.

Sophomore Hutson Clayton dribbles up the field. (Photo by: Emma Ashcraft)
Senior J.C. Harrison looks for a pass. (Photo by: Emma Ashcraft)
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About the Contributors
Nicholas Catullo
Nicholas Catullo, staff writer
Nicholas Catullo is currently a senior and has been attending MCA since 1st grade. This will be his second year in newspaper. Catullo will be competing in cross country, soccer, and golf for his school. In his freetime, he enjoys racing in Ironman triathlons with his dad and hanging out with friends and family. His favorite memory at MCA is going to the cross country State Championship  his freshmen year. His favorite bible verse is Isaiah 41:10 “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
Emma Ashcraft
Emma Ashcraft, Photography Editor
Emma Ashcraft is a junior this year. She joined MCA as a freshman. This is her third year in Newspaper and she is excited to be photography editor in the class. Ashcraft is a part of a dance team at the The Dance Movement and has been dancing ever since she was little. On the weekends, she enjoys being outside and hanging out with friends. She attends Preston Trail Church and serves in the 2nd grade room every Sunday. Her favorite bible verse is Psalms 119:37. "Turn my eyes from worthless things, and give me life through your word."