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Proud of His Cameroonian Heritage, Ebeke Forges Success
Ben Ebeke might be a quick study, or maybe he’s just smart. Whatever the reason, he’s picked up the complexities of football faster than most.
Lewis Looks to Build Culture, Continue Trajectory for Longhorns
Even before he arrived on campus this spring, Bryson Lewis knew W.T. White was the perfect place for his first football head coaching job.
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W.T. White Seeking To Take Next Step, Fulfill Postseason Potential
W.T. White has made four consecutive playoff appearances for the first time in school history. Now players and coaches are eager to take the next step.
Big Man on Campus: Norris Stands Out on Offensive Line for Longhorns
Tyler Norris remembers his first varsity football game as a 14-year-old freshman at W.T. White. At 270 pounds, he looked the part, but mentally, he was anxious and uncertain if he could handle the pressure.
Basketball Twins Provide a Double Dose of Scoring
For W.T. White basketball teammates Ben and John Price, playing alongside one another comes with privileges and pressure.
Longhorns Aim to Keep Building Toward Higher Goals
Three straight playoff appearances have resulted in three lopsided first-round losses for W.T. White. But the key to changing that postseason trend comes in the regular season.
Superintendent Sees Her Role as Lifting Up Dallas ISD
Stephanie Elizalde wore W.T. White orange during a recent meet and greet at the high school and explained how she views her role as Dallas Independent School District superintendent.
Now Head Coach, Ross Has Greater Aspirations for Longhorns
After his offense led W.T. White to its highest-scoring season in program history, Kenchee Ross was eager to continue the upward trajectory.
Another Honor for Legendary W.T. White Baseball Patriarch
Retired coach Shepherd is part of third DISD hall of fame class.
Long Wait: New Facilities Have Helped Boost Longhorns, Panthers
When W.T. White High School football coach Tony Johnson first arrived on campus four years ago, his players lifted weights in a double-wide trailer with holes in the floor.
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Pandemic Perspectives
Like many of us, Tony Johnson took advantage of some downtime during the COVID-19 pandemic to reflect.
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For the Love of the Games: More Than Just Scores
Since its founding, People Newspapers has been dedicated to the community and placed particular focus on the great unifier: sports.
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Longhorns Look to Become Playoff Regulars
After last season, W.T. White High School hung a banner in its weight room, commemorating the Longhorns’ first playoff berth since 2007 and first winning season since 2000.
First Impression: WR Dejon Baker Starts Fast for Longhorns
Dejon Baker gets to the end zone in a hurry, and not just because of his foot speed.
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Longhorns See a Clear Opportunity in 2020
W.T. White hasn’t made the playoffs since 2007 and hasn’t finished with a winning season in two decades.
No Playoffs, But Longhorns Celebrate District Crown
Postseason aspirations must wait until 2021 when W.T. White moves to 5A
W.T. White Grad Overcomes Hearing Loss to Chase MLB Dreams
Sherrod, a 6-foot-4 right-hander, has filled various roles this season in the bullpen for such teams as the Clinton Lumberkings, the Batavia Muckdogs, and the Jupiter Ham- merheads.
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Longhorns Confident About Progress in 2019
W.T. White is coming off a 1-9 season in which it was outscored 258-68 over its final five games, including back-to-back games in which it surrendered 63 points.