With late changes in the program, Plano East’s volleyball team is quickly preparing to start the regular season. Nikki Pugh, last season’s first-year head coach, takes on a new role as head coach at Berkner High School in Richardson. Taking over the team is Sarah...

Plano East has a lot of veteran experience returning to its defense, but one of its biggest questions is at linebacker. The Panthers lost starting middle linebacker and team leader Jaxon Atchley. He led the team with 60 tackles last season and was one of the best...

Plano East had one of the best running back tandems in District 6-6A last season with Ismail Mahdi and Xavier Franco. Mahdi led the team with 1,332 yards rushing and 14 touchdowns in 2021, earning himself his second first-team all-district honors. Behind him, Franco...

The Plano East Panthers went undefeated over the weekend tournament, a perfect 3-0. They opened the weekend with a 68-40 win over Burleson Centennial on Friday, June 24, at Duncanville High School. Following the strong opening performance, the Panthers continued their...

The Plano East Panthers return several pass-catching options, helping the new offense. Head coach Tony Benedetto is excited about his returning group, led by senior wideout Rushil Patel. The returning starter led the team in receiving last season, finishing the year...

With several returning players on the Plano East defensive line, the coaching staff views it as one of the strengths of the defensive unit. Returning three starters, Plano East head coach Tony Benedetto is excited for the prospects this upcoming season. The group will...

Plano East may be undersized on the offensive line, but it isn’t stopping them from being aggressive on offense in 2022. The Panthers return two starters and have several depth options for the upcoming season. The two returning starters, Gavin Speight and Ralee...

Competing in one of the toughest districts in the state, Plano East saw improvement and two players with all-district nods. While still finishing eighth in District 6-6A, the Lady Panthers (3-11, 8-16) improved by three wins in the district. That led to two players...