Peterson hops her way to collegiate soccer at TCU

Julianne Cauley News Editor For many student athletes, competition at the collegiate level is what most dream and aspire for. For New Tech junior Kayla Peterson, this is becoming a reality as she verbally committed to take her soccer talents to Texas Christian University. “My whole life has basically revolved around soccer since I was 4 years old,” Peterson said. “I have met so many incredible people, best friends, and mentors because of the game. The biggest preparation I had for this opportunity was all the time I have spent during practices and games. I have always worked hard and now it’s paid off.” Peterson has started for the Cowgirls since freshman year. “Kayla brings…

Briel is nation’s number one equestrian

  By Andy Tabor In a sport of extreme concentration and mental prowess, one CHS student exemplifies what it takes to be no. 1.  In the nation. Junior Kayla Briel is the best rider in her age group of 16-17, and looks forward to be a top contender for a long time. At 6 years old, Briel was sent to a horse riding camp for one week and was not too impressed with the sport.  Although nothing clicked for her then, she soon realized horse riding would be intertwined with her life for years to come.  Her family bought a pony and the rest is history. “When I was 12 we bought our pony, [Sky],…