The online newspaper of Canyon High School

The Eagle's Tale
The online newspaper of Canyon High School

The Eagle's Tale
The online newspaper of Canyon High School

The Eagle's Tale
Cortlyn Dees

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief

My name is Cortlyn Dees and this year I am Co-Editor-In-Chief of The Eagle’s Tale, alongside Kori Adair. I am a senior, and this is my second year as a varsity cheerleader. I am a member of National Honor Society, American Sign Language Honors Society, and the Quill and Scroll Honor Society. I am the historian for the Class of 2014. I am passionate about journalism and enjoy writing sports stories. I am attending the University of Arkansas next year and will major in broadcast journalism. I am in love with Pure Water tea. I am supportive by an amazing family and group of friends. I’m looking forward to a great senior year, and I will see you on the field… or court… or track!

All content by Cortlyn Dees
Seniors Cortlyn Dees and Kori Adair were the co-editors-in-chief of The Eagle’s Tale for the 2013-2014 school year.

A final farewell from the former co-editors-in-chief

Cortlyn Dees and Kori Adair
May 29, 2014
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(Media) #BringBackOurGirls spreads awareness, calls for change

Kori Adair, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 13, 2014
CHS journalism students won 33 individual award at ILPC in Austin on April 26.

(Media) Journalism students win 33 awards at ILPC

Josh Collins, Associate Editor
May 9, 2014
Sophomore Chance Perry competes in motor-cross as a hobby.

(Media) Sophomore races motor-cross competitively

Avery Cummings, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 12, 2014
The Things They Carried by Tim OBrien won the approval of Ashley Vanderford as the only school-assigned book I have ever enjoyed reading.

(Media) Senior finds ‘The Things They Carried’ meaningful read

Ashley Vanderford, Yearbook Associate Editor
May 7, 2014
Senior Kori Adair styled her hair in a headband bun for a quick, simple and elegant updo.

Roaring ’20s prom styles made easy

Cortlyn Dees and Kori Adair
May 5, 2014
Seniors Kori Adair and Cortlyn Dees write an opinion about how to escape the disease of Senioritis.

Senior editors give outlook on ‘Senioritis’

Cortlyn Dees and Kori Adair
April 24, 2014
I am thankful that I had this realization that my road in high school is about to come to an end, senior Cortlyn Dees said. Im putting on the brakes, and will truly enjoy the time I have left.

Merging out of the fast lane

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 21, 2014

Lady Eagles dominate area track meet

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 18, 2014
Todays fitness gram is just going to take up my class time, senior Kori Adair said. I would prefer to work on something productive, not prove I can do a sit-up.

(Media) Senior displays dismay for Fitnessgram

Kori Adair, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 17, 2014

Girls track claims district title

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 14, 2014

Boys golf wins district title

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 8, 2014
Canyon High School earned the 2014 district 3-AAA academic championship.

(Media) Academic team wins district

Maisie Dyer, Associate Editor
March 28, 2014
The Key Club will play Rebecca Blacks Friday over the intercom during passing periods until they reach their goal of $1,000 for the American Cancer Society.

(Media) When every day is ‘Friday’…

Tasha Brown, Editor-in-Chief
March 25, 2014
Media alters definition of beauty

Media alters definition of beauty

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 7, 2014

Lady Eagles win basketball state championship

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 3, 2014
The Lady Eagles won the regional championship Feb. 22.

Lady Eagles head to state basketball tournament

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 25, 2014
Roses and carnations are now on sale at The Eagles Nest.

School store to sell Valentine’s Day items, hosts open house

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 11, 2014
Thursday morning, Feb. 6, was a chilly 2 degrees as students arrived at Canyon High School.

School provides safe haven from cold

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 6, 2014
Senior Madison Parker goes up for a lay up against Amarillo High Jan. 31.

Lady Eagles end flawless district, head to playoffs Monday

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 5, 2014
Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman hits the ball away from San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Michael Crabtree and is intercepted by Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker Malcolm Smith on last play during the NFC championship game on Sunday, Jan. 19. The Seattle Seahawks defeated the San Francisco 49ers, 23-17.

Professionalism shining on and off the field

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 30, 2014
A purple ornament sporting The Eagles Tale sparkles on the Christmas tree in the lower commons.

(Media) Best wishes from the newspaper staff

December 20, 2013
Juniors Madison Myrick and Macy Wright pack a gift box for a five-year-old girl at City Church Dec. 11 with Teen Leadership Amarillo & Canyon.

(Media) Holiday Happenings

December 18, 2013
The boys basketball team gathered at senior Dylan Douglasss house Dec. 9 to shave their heads in support of head coach Guy Crenshaw.

Coach’s battle with cancer inspires boys to go bald

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 10, 2013

Football falls to Aledo in regional playoff game

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 2, 2013

Canyon claims bi-district title, to face El Paso Bowie

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 18, 2013
Krofi (raised doughnuts), a light and lemony fried pastry from Slovenia, are best fresh, but keep well for a day, and so may be made the night before and served for breakfast.

Tummy rumbles classroom, creates breakfast believer

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 12, 2013
Junior Isaac Garland rushes into the end zone against the Palo Duro Dons Nov. 8.

Eagles finish regular season undefeated

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 12, 2013

Volleyball season ends in five-set loss

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2013
Senior Chris Spencer rushes for yards against the Amarillo High Sandies Oct. 31.

Undefeated football team clinches district championship

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 1, 2013

Defense demolishes Caprock Longhorns

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2013
Morgan Finke, Lorin Barnes, Annalisa Delao and Rebekah Crump huddle together after the chilly-weather crowning of Homecoming queen.

Land, Delao crowned homecoming royalty

Cortlyn Dees and Kori Adair
October 24, 2013
Girls basketball coach and Spanish teacher Sheila Evans address the crowd at the Hall of Fame ceremony prior to the homecoming pep rally.

Hall of Fame welcomes Evans, Lombard

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 18, 2013
Hurdling his opponent, junior Derrick Spencer receives a hand off and attempts to get a first down against Randall.

Football defeats rival Raiders, extends perfect season

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 17, 2013
Junior Dylan Strickland stretches across the court for a backhand volley while his doubles partner, senior Sammy Hogan, stands ready in mid-court.

District tennis champions undefeated, advancing to area tournament

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 11, 2013
Boys golf wins Hereford tourney

Boys golf wins Hereford tourney

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 17, 2013
Senior quarterback Blake Weaver breaks a Bulldog tackle to score for Canyon.

Canyon sends Plainview Bulldogs to the pound

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 13, 2013
Modest is Hottest edited

(Media) Modest is hottest, especially in August

Kori Adair and Cortlyn Dees
September 10, 2013
Canyon High School choir members were among visitors to the 9/11 Memorial in New York City in March 2012.

Students remember 9/11, observe Patriot Day

Cortlyn Dees, Kori Adair, Maisie Dyer, and Sarah Fruge'
September 11, 2013

Football pummels Pampa, to play Plainview

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 9, 2013
Staff photo illustration includes images of a Syrian refugee camp by Flo Smith and Miley Cyrus at the 2013 Video Music Awards by Nancy Kaszerman.

The worst of both worlds, ignorance and war

Staff Editors, Cortlyn Dees, Kori Adair, Maisie Dyer, and Josh Collins
September 4, 2013
Freshman Brailey McMinn returns the ball while winning her match against Dumas.

Tennis begins district with win over Dumas

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
August 30, 2013
The Canyon Eagles run a receiving drill at an afternoon practice last Wednesday.

Eagles prepare for season on new field

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
August 26, 2013

Tennis places at AHS team tourney, optimistic about season

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
August 25, 2013
Sophomore Issac Garland pitches to Wichita Falls Rider in the regional semi-finals.

Loss to Rider ends baseball season

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 29, 2013
Senior Jace Vessels up at bat against Amarillo High.

(Media) Baseball sweeps Sandies, advances to Region 1 semifinals vs Rider

Trevor Ferril, Associate Editor
May 18, 2013

Baseball clinches Area, to face Amarillo High

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 15, 2013

Dark skin, darker consequences

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 22, 2013

Boys’ basketball season comes to close with loss to Tigers

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 28, 2013
The varsity basketball team huddles around their area championship trophy after a 58-57 victory of El Paso Hanks Feb. 22.

Canyon claims area championship, to face Frenship in regional quarterfinals

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2013

Lady Eagles to face PD tonight in regional quarterfinals

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 19, 2013

Canyon completes district, to face Monterey in bi-district playoff

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 14, 2013

Lady Eagles defeat Tigers for bi-district championship

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 13, 2013

Boys defeat Randall in final home game

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 11, 2013

Girls basketball closes out district, looks ahead to playoffs Tuesday

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2013
Sophomore Aaron Hughes goes up for two-points against Palo Duro defenders in the Feb. 5 victory over the Dons. Hughes led Canyon with 22-points in the game.

Eagles defeat PD, to face district rival in final home game

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2013
Senior Cali Erwin practices the skills she learned during her CNA class in the fall.

Nineteen seniors earn CNA certifications

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2013
Sophomore Aaron Hughes gets air in Tuesday nights game against the Randall Raiders. Canyon defeated Randall 53-51.

Boys defeat Randall in district rivalry

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 23, 2013
Sophomore Aaron Hughes and junior Jake Relyea go up for the rebound against Amarillo High in Jan. 15 win.

Lady Eagles defeated by Amarillo High, boys triumph

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 16, 2013

Girls dominate Dumas in second district game

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 9, 2013
Senior Wyatt Sippy shoots the ball during the Jan. 4 game against Lubbock Monterey.

Community raises $20,472 for coach’s cancer battle

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 7, 2013
Mr. and Miss CHS Wyatt Sippy and Rylee Shaller

Class favorites, Mr. and Miss CHS honored at social

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 20, 2012
Canyon teams take championships at Kids Inc. tourney

Canyon teams take championships at Kids Inc. tourney

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 5, 2012

Kids Inc. tourney to host Australian teams

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 29, 2012
Eagle basketball begins season with rocky start

Eagle basketball begins season with rocky start

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 14, 2012

Canyon Eagles finish district season with overtime victory

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 9, 2012

Volleyball season ends in regional quarterfinal loss

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 7, 2012

Canyon Eagles blown away by Amarillo High sandstorm

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2012

Lady Eagles win Area title in straight sets

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 3, 2012

Boys cross country wins district, travels to Regionals

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 1, 2012

Lady Eagle volleyball wins bi-district championship

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 1, 2012

Canyon ‘shark tank’ demolishes Longhorn offense

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 30, 2012

Volleyball to face Frenship in playoff game tonight

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 30, 2012

Football demolishes Dumas for first district win, faces Caprock Longhorns tonight

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2012

Lady Eagles close district with win

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2012

Senior scores hole-in-one during qualifying practice

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2012

Tennis team finishes second in district, competes at regional tourney today

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2012

Cross country races today at district in Amarillo

Cortlyn Dees, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2012
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