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The student news site of Argyle High School

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The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon

The UIL State Basketball Semi-finals at Alamodome in San Antonio, TX on March 4, 2016. (Annabel Thorpe / The Talon News)

Back-to-Back Girls Basketball State Champs Take Home Another Title

Faith Stapleton, Reporter March 6, 2016

Winning state back-to-back is not an easy accomplishment, but with hard work and determination, the girls’ basketball team from Argyle High School plowed their way to the top once again. They claimed...

Seniors Olivia Gray and Kaylie King embrace their win over Liberty Hill 43-32 at the UIL State Basketball Semi-finals at Alamodome in San Antonio, TX on March 4, 2016. (Annabel Thorpe / The Talon News)

Lady Eagles Storm Alamodome in Semi-finals Against Liberty Hill

Faith Stapleton, Reporter March 4, 2016

After a long haul from small Argyle to the hustle and bustle of San Antonio, TX, the Lady Eagles trumped Liberty Hill in the UIL State Semi-finals on March 4, 2016 at the Alamodome. However, this stomping...

The Lady Eagles take on Krum on January 22, 2016 in Argyle, Texas. (Christopher Piel/The Talon News)

Lady Eagle Basketball Working Towards Another State Title

Christopher Piel, Sports Editor January 26, 2016

This year, the girls basketball team has seen success as early as district. Coming off of an state title, this experienced team anticipates similar success to last year's team. "We made a goal as a team...

Left: Argyle takes on Aubrey Friday, Feb. 13, 2015, at Argyle High School in Argyle, TX. Matt Garnett/Special Contributor 
Right: The Eagles take on Liberty Eylau on Dec. 4, 2015 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. (Christopher Piel/The Talon News)

Athlete Changes the Game

Brayden Ratcliff, Multimedia Editor January 22, 2016

There is no rest for a champion. For senior JC Chalk, this reality has become a way of life. Coming off the football field as a tight end after a successful season doesn't end the journey for Chalk;...

Argyle Boys Basketball fall to Kennedale in pre-district match-up

Argyle Boys Basketball fall to Kennedale in pre-district match-up

Russell Perkins, Coach January 8, 2016

The Argyle boys basketball team played Kennedale on Friday evening, falling to them 59-56  in a very close game.   Although the boys fought hard throughout the majority of the game and trailed most...

Lady Eagles basketball team  defeats Kennedale in post-holiday style

Lady Eagles basketball team defeats Kennedale in post-holiday style

Coach Sammie Townsend, Girl's basketball coach January 5, 2016

After 2 week layoff from Christmas break and missing Holiday tourney in California, Argyle played an up tempo style of play against the pressure defense of Kennedale and shot surprisingly well following...

How bad will the Mavericks be?

Hudson McCabe, Reporter | Opinion September 17, 2015

Dallas Mavericks fans have enjoyed much success from NBA championships and twelve consecutive 50 or more win seasons dating from 2000. Since 2011, it seems as if the Mavs starting roster changes drastically...

Three Seniors Take Sports to Collegiate Level

Three Seniors Take Sports to Collegiate Level

Erin Eubanks, Reporter May 23, 2015

Sports are a great way to stay active, meet friends, and enjoy some healthy competition. However, some very talented athletes are taking their abilities to the next level by going on to play college sports...

Girls basketball vs Aubrey at Argyle High School in Argyle, Texas on Jan. 9, 2015. (Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

Delaney Sain Dominates in State Shootout Game

Jocelyn Pierce, Reporter May 23, 2015

Delaney Sain, former post player for the 2015 girls' basketball state team, was invited to play in the Texas Hall of Fame Shootout at the Baylor University's Ferrell Center in Waco, Texas on May 2, 2015. The...

Senior Delaney Sain embaraces Coach Skip Townsend after winning the UIL state championship. (Annabel Thorpe / The Talon News)

Lady Eagles Win UIL State Championship Game 46-25

Matt Davenport, Senior Writing Editor March 7, 2015

The Lady Eagles outplayed the Abilene Wylie Bulldogs through four quarters and won the 4A UIL girls' basketball state championship game 46-25 in the Alamodome on Mar. 7. This victory came after Argyle's...

Vivian Gray (12) slams through the La Vega Pirates defense to score for the Lady Eagles. (Annabel Thorpe / The Talon News)

Lady Eagles Defeat La Vega 58-54 in State Semi-Final

Matt Davenport, Senior Writing Editor March 6, 2015

In the highly anticipated rematch from last year's state championship game, the Lady Eagles defeated the La Vega Pirates 58-54 in a foul-heavy game. Argyle set the tone early and kept a lead going into...

Argyle basketball teams celebrate their seasons achievements at the pep rally on Mar. 3, 2015 in the AHS gymnasium. (Annabel Thorpe / The Talon News)

Lady Eagle Seniors Prepare for State Game

Evan Welsh, Senior Writing Editor March 4, 2015

Determined. The seniors of the Lady Eagle basketball team used this one word to describe their team. As they move forward to the state tournament, it is this word that has stuck with them as seniors Claire...

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