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Grayson McCrate

Grayson McCrate, Reporter

This is my second year on staff as a writer. I enjoy all things to do with sports and like hanging out with friends.

All content by Grayson McCrate
Betting against yourself

Betting against yourself

Dangers of sports gambling addictions
Grayson McCrate, Reporter December 16, 2024

There is an epidemic affecting teens that’s been on the rise for years.  It’s not vaping, social media, or any other hot topic issue on the morning news. This epidemic can’t be seen, and signs...

Ryan Smith and Dylan Bean show off their catches of the day after the Metroplex Division THSBA tournament held on Lewisville Lake on October 26, 2024.

Bass Fishing Team Quietly Shines with State-Level Success

Bean and Smith a dynamic duo on the water
Grayson McCrate, Reporter November 14, 2024

While clubs and sports such as student council, football, and basketball get the most attention and recognition on campus, one of Marcus’ most unique and successful teams tends to be overlooked - the...

Senior defensive back Taylor Haslem (18) celebrates with the student section after Marcus' 33-32 "Mound Showdown" victory over Flower Mound on October 25, 2024.

Senior Night Success

Marauders rout Little Elm, 66-14
Grayson McCrate, Reporter November 6, 2024

“Senior Night" could not have been scripted any better for Marcus last Friday, November 1, against Little Elm. The Marauders improved to 3-3 in district play (6-3 overall) by trouncing the Lobos, 66-14,...

League losers

League losers

Top 5 punishments for fantasy football
Grayson McCrate and Gabriel Weaver October 30, 2024

Ever heard chatter from obnoxious groups of guys talking about how a star player is out or how they can’t believe they didn’t win this week? Odds are, they’re talking about fantasy football. Fantasy...

Owen Kroh calls for the ball in a game against Southlake Carroll. Marcus would go onto win this game 17-12. (Atharv Vundyala)

Ripples to waves

Water polo captain aims for state championship
Grayson McCrate, Reporter October 30, 2024

Screams and cheers echo throughout the towering ceilings of the Josh Davis Natatorium. Senior Owen Kroh finesses his way into scoring a goal, putting the Marauders Water Polo Team up by two in the state...

Driveway Dreams to Reality

Driveway Dreams to Reality

Junior receives attention of college scouts for basketball prowess
Grayson McCrate, Reporter October 4, 2024

The noise from rowdy fans was deafening as the basketball team neared the end of the first half against dreaded rival Flower Mound. A missed Marauder shot ricocheted back to the floor; trouble seemed...

Riding a winning wave

Riding a winning wave

Water polo dominates to secure state championship
Grayson McCrate, Reporter November 30, 2023

Editor’s note: This story won an honorable mention for sports news story in the 2024 ILPC contest.    The Marcus water polo team had already defeated Richmond Foster in a physically taxing...

Head football coach adapts to changing high schools

Head football coach adapts to changing high schools

Mike Alexander takes on new role as Athletics Director and Head Football Coach
Grayson McCrate and Janisha Kesar November 14, 2023

Football has been at the center of new Athletic Director and Football Head Coach Mike Alexander's life since he was in high school. In college he played defensive back at Arkansas Tech University and was...

Rangers World Series

Rangers World Series

Students share thoughts on this years World Series matchup
Grayson McCrate, Reporter October 30, 2023

For the first time in over a decade, the Texas Rangers are in the World Series, against the Arizona Diamondbacks. After defeating the Houston Astros in a thrilling series, the Rangers are hopeful to capture...

LISD funds grant for freshman campus library improvements

LISD funds grant for freshman campus library improvements

M9 library receives $2,000 for upgrades
Grayson McCrate, Reporter September 15, 2023

LISD Education Foundation awarded $103,000 to district teachers, including M9 Librarian Kayla Hill on Aug. 16. LEF’s goal is to provide teachers with funding for projects that the district doesn’t...