The students of Coahoma High School have recently selected their 2020 Homecoming Court.
The five seniors selected are Kenzi Canales, Julia Cox, Providence Dickson, Katy Manning, and MaKynlee Overton.
Kenzi Canales is the daughter of Jessica Canales and Rudy Avalos. She is an active member of the Coahoma softball, basketball, and track teams. As a freshman, Kenzi was named the newcomer of the year for the All-District 5-3A softball team. She serves as a team captain for the Bulldogette softball team. She was also named the Defensive Player of the Year for her basketball team which last year qualified for playoffs for the first time in a number of years. In the fall, Kenzi will attend McPherson College and study for a career in the nursing field.
Julia Cox is the daughter of Brad and Christina Cox. She serves on the student council and is an active member of the Coahoma FFA chapter and the National Honor Society. Julia is a four-year varsity member of the Bulldogettes volleyball and basketball teams. She also participates in track and golf. During her freshman year, Julia won the FFA Greenhand Creed state championship and qualified for the FFA national competition. Following graduation, Julia plans to attend the University of Texas to study business.
Providence Dickson is the daughter of Steven and Amanda Dickson and Robert and Sydney Rister. Providence has been a member of the varsity cheerleader squad for three years and is a three time All-American Cheerleader. She is an active member of the varsity golf team and was named MVP. She has participated in softball and track. Providence plans to enlist in the US Coast Guard after high school and later attend Tarleton State University to study US history.
Katy Manning is the daughter of Jimmy and Brandy Manning. She serves on the student council and is a class officer. She is a member of the FCCLA and National Honor Society. For the past three years, Manning has been active on the Coahoma cheerleading squad and was named an All-American Cheerleader. She also participates in academic UIL and track. After high school, Manning will study communication sciences and disorders at Oklahoma State University.
MaKynlee Overton is the daughter of John and Amy Overton. MaKynlee is a standout athlete at CHS. A pitcher for the past four years on the varsity softball team, MaKynlee helped lead her team to two Bi-District championships. She was named Athlete of the Year for her freshman and junior years. She also holds the school record in girls shot put. MaKynlee is a member of the National Honor Society. After high school, she plans to attend Texas Tech University and study business.
The Homecoming Court will be presented during the community on Friday. Gates open at 5:15 and the event begins at 6 p.m. Face coverings are required.