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Carson Cashion

Carson Cashion, Sports Editor

Carson Cashion is a senior Sports Editor for The Brantley Banner. Cashion has been on staff for two years and wants to pursue journalism outside of The Brantley Banner. Being on the newspaper staff allows Cashion to get a better feel for the journalistic world and expose himself to various writing styles. After high school, he hopes to go to either the University of Georgia or the University of Florida. There, he will pursue a degree in journalism. Despite being involved in newspaper Cashion also plays water polo, plays the trumpet and even writes for a hockey blog. Cashion’s achievements include passing his AP LANG national and scoring 25 goals for his water polo team.  In his free time, he enjoys throwing the ball or going on walks with his dog, Baxter. Some fun facts about Cashion are that he is left-handed, his favorite color is royal blue, and his favorite animal is the Orca Whale. To keep up with Carson and sports around Lake Brantley, check out his podcast KC Squared in the “Podcast” section of our website.

All content by Carson Cashion
Michael Jordan dribbles the basketball during his playing days. "The Last Dance" has given younger fans a chance to see Jordan in action.

“The Last Dance” Brings Michael Jordan Back to the T.V. Screen

Carson Cashion, Sports’ Editor
April 30, 2020
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Patrick Mahomes, 49ers Defense Promise Exciting Super Bowl LIV

Patrick Mahomes, 49ers Defense Promise Exciting Super Bowl LIV

Carson Cashion, Sports Editor
January 28, 2020
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KC Squared podcast members include Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore.

KC Squared: Episode 6

Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore
January 11, 2020
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On Friday, Oct. 11, the varsity football team tears through the homecoming banner as they begin their game. The game was the first on the newly re-turfed Tom Storey Field.

Turf Troubles at Tom Storey Field

Carson Cashion, Sports Editor
October 29, 2019
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KC Squared podcast members include Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore.

KC Squared: Episode 3

Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore
September 25, 2019
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KC Squared podcast members include Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore.

KC Squared – Intro

Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore
August 29, 2019
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Despite the Super Bowl being the pinnacle of the football season, it was met with much criticism this year due to the lack of points scored. Fans had grown accustomed to high scoring battles, so a game that only had 16 combined points was not what fans wanted.

Despite a Low Scoring Game, 2019 Super Bowl Still Provided Excitement

Carson Cashion, Staff Reporter
February 11, 2019
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On Friday, September 21st, the varsity football team charges through the banner to start the game. The Patriots won the game, with a final score of 35-28

Brantley Football Shines Against University

Carson Cashion, Staff Writer
October 8, 2018
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Sophomore Anayansi Santiago assesses the court on Monday, January 29, at the Main Gym. Santiago is a starting guard for the varsity Girls’ Basketball team. “Any games with good communication and equal mindsets benefit the team,” Santiago said. “This way, we can grow and understand each other better and play the game at a higher level.”

Despite Loss, Girls Basketball has Bright Future

Carson Cashion, Journalism 1 Reporter
February 11, 2018
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Senior Carson Cashion plays the banjo on his back porch on Tuesday, Apr. 7. Playing banjo is something he does not only to keep himself occupied, but to entertain both himself and his family during the quarantine.

Staff Picks: Playing Music

Carson Cashion, Sports Editor
April 8, 2020
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The number 24 jersey of Kobe Bryant and the number 2 jersey of Gianna Bryant. The Bryant's were two of nine killed in the January 26 helicopter crash in Los Angeles.

Mamba Out: Remembering Kobe Bryant

Carson Cashion, Sports Editor
January 30, 2020
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KC Squared podcast members include Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore.

KC Squared: Episode 7

Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore
January 15, 2020
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The varsity boys’ soccer team runs through a passing drill before their game against Lyman High School on Wednesday, Nov. 20 on Tom Storey Field. These drills give the players a chance to warm up their legs, develop chemistry with their teammates, and put themselves in the right mindset.

Late Goal Boosts Boys Soccer Past Lyman, 1-0

Carson Cashion, Sports Editor
December 6, 2019
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On Friday, Sept. 13, the varsity football team races through the banner to start their game. They played against the Lake Mary Rams, and lost 0-49.

Brantley Football Bounces Back Against Buchholz

Carson Cashion, Sports Editor
October 28, 2019
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KC Squared podcast members include Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore.

KC Squared Episode 2

Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore
September 13, 2019
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Books v.s. Badges

Books v.s. Badges

Shelby Brunson and Carson Cashion
February 20, 2019
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On Sep. 19, junior Aiden Stein goofs around in his Latin 3 class. The class is all about ancient history, so they don't shy away from silliness.

Latin Club Review

Carson Cashion, Reporter
November 1, 2018
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On Friday, August 24th, the Lake Brantley Varsity Football Team scores a touchdown against the Hagerty Huskies. The Patriots won the game at Tom Storey Field, 35-17.

Running Game, Defense Lead Patriots Past Huskies, 35-17

Carson Cashion, Staff Reporter
September 4, 2018
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KC Squared podcast members include Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore.

KC Squared: Episode 8

Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore
March 6, 2020
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Album cover of My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy by Kanye West, drawn by Aurora Jimenez Castro. This was the staff pick for album of the decade.

Album of the Decade – My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy

Carson Cashion, Sports Editor
January 30, 2020
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LSU Tigers quarterback Joe Burrow #9, LSU Tigers offensive tackle Saahdiq Charles (77), and LSU Tigers tight end Foster Moreau (18), Georgia Bulldogs vs LSU Tigers, Football, Tiger Stadium, October 13, 2018, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Tammy Anthony Baker, Photographer

Joe Burrow, LSU Tigers Top Clemson in National Champioship

Carson Cashion, Sports Editor
January 17, 2020
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KC Squared podcast members include Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore.

KC Squared: Episode 5

Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore
November 15, 2019
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KC Squared podcast members include Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore.

KC Squared: Episode 4 (Homecoming Edition)

Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore
October 17, 2019
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KC Squared podcast members include Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore.

KC Squared: Episode 1

Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore
August 30, 2019
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On Feb. 2, the Lake Brantley teachers’ team advances the ball down the court of the main gym during the charity basketball game. While the men are not on any professional basketball teams, they still used teamwork and excellent shooting to play well.

Charity Basketball Game

Carson Cashion and Anna Wesley
February 14, 2019
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Senior Cade Cecere take a drink of water after playing in the varsity football game. The Patriots won the game against Orange City University, 35-28

101 Degree Football

Carson Cashion, Staff Reporter
October 8, 2018
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Team United States of America (gold) poses after defeating Team Canada (silver) 3-2 in the Women's Ice Hockey Gold Medal game on day 13 of the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympic Games at Kwandong Hockey Centre on February 22, 2018 in Gangneung, Republic of Korea. GettyImages

Olympics Opinion: Men’s Hockey

Carson Cashion, Journalism 1 Reporter
March 12, 2018
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Senior Will Pikalow and junior Jett Boss discuss their last moves at the Tom Storey Field as the end of the game approaches on Friday, Oct. 20. Lake Brantley won with a score of 49, beating Oviedo by 21 points.

Football: High Risk for Head Injuries

Carson Cashion, Journalism 1 Reporter
January 17, 2018
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