{Game Days} Lately

Goodness, it's MONDAY! This post covers one of those packed football weekends: a Thursday out-of-district game followed by a Friday of Senior Day events at McKinney Boyd. The writer, Shay, describes travel logistics, sideline moments, and family rituals across two nights.

Leopards were scheduled to play an out-of-district opponent whose coaching staff suggested using a larger stadium. The site chosen was Godley High School, outside the family's usual area. Because of the distance and a school-night kickoff, the family left McKinney at 3:00 p.m. and met friends (the Slaughters) for an early dinner near Godley.

Shay captured video more than photos but did get a few stills: #40 (a player on the team) walking to the sideline, the captains heading out for the coin toss, and the inflatable with the smoke at halftime. The team trailed 14-0 at halftime, but the late-game action changed everything. With no time left, quarterback Nixon Slaughter completed a Hail Mary to win the game. The crowd's reaction—hugs between friends and strangers—made the long drive home feel worthwhile.

Friday: pep rally and Senior Day at McKinney Boyd

After the walk, Shay and a friend went straight to the concession stand for water and a Chick-fil-A sandwich. They settled into seats to watch the varsity squad and the senior cheerleaders perform. The post closes with the family heading home after the game and Shay reflecting on motherhood and how much she enjoys these moments.

This account is a first-person, family-focused snapshot of two consecutive high school football nights: one notable for a dramatic finish on the road, the other for a set of school traditions recognizing seniors. The details are practical—departure times, who stayed home, who picked up whom, where dinner happened, and which family members photographed the events—so readers get a clear sense of logistics and emotion.

If you follow Texas high school football, have kids in school activities, or want a concrete example of how families balance travel, cheer schedules, and school traditions, this recap provides a compact, experience-based look at how one family manages a busy athletic weekend.