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The student news site of Downers Grove South High School

Blueprint
The student news site of Downers Grove South High School

Blueprint
Brenna Cohoon

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor

Brenna Cohoon is a senior at DGS and is the Online Sports Editor for the Blueprint.  This is her first year on staff, but she has experience from writing blogs for an Illinois running news website, ilxctf.com.

Cohoon is involved at school as a member of the cross country and track teams, as well as NHS, Blue Crew, SAALT, JKB, ACE and the transfer student program.  She is also a PE Leader and works as a tutor in the DGS Literacy Center.

Currently, Cohoon is looking at universities where she can major in journalism or communications and minor in marketing.  Additionally, she wishes to continue her athletic career by running at the collegiate level. After college Cohoon hopes to run professionally and travel abroad.

Outside of school and running, Cohoon enjoys spending time with her family and friends.  She also loves listening to music, taking yoga classes and shopping for her next favorite fashion trend.

All content by Brenna Cohoon
Remember to share your wonderful smile whenever you see someone outside during these difficult times.

COVID-19 has created a sense of community

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
April 22, 2020
Although I am ready for college, I was not expecting my high school career to end in such an unexpected way.

I’m excited for college, but I don’t want high school to end sooner

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
April 16, 2020
Social media platforms have not only been a way for people to cure their boredom, but also connect with others through various challenges.

Social media challenges spreading positivity during COVID-19

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
April 3, 2020
As a way of keeping ourselves occupied during this time of social distancing, my family has started keeping track of our time in quarantine.

Top ten positive things about COVID-19

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
March 24, 2020
Taken at Iowa State University, the coronavirus has me wondering if my next race will be as a Mustang or a Cyclone.

Longing to get back on track: COVID-19 through the eyes of an athlete

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
March 20, 2020
Fans have an impact upon athletes and coaches in varying capacities.

Too fanatical? A take on fan interactions at sporting events

Brenna Cohoon and Jacqueline Sumida
March 12, 2020
Faith Nelson and Samantha Wiggins performing at last weekends national qualifying tournament.

Members of DGS speech team qualify for national tournament

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
March 10, 2020
Let this week’s horoscope inspire your next act of kindness

Let this week’s horoscope inspire your next act of kindness

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
February 26, 2020
The two best people to disect the sports world

Backup athletes play ‘pivotal role’ in team success

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
January 24, 2020
Five Blueprint staff members strike a pose and show off their style.

What past year’s style should you adopt in the new decade?

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
January 22, 2020
Distance members of the girls track and field team recover after a day of training.

[Photo] Girls track and field gears up for 2020 season

Luc Alvarez, Copy Editor
January 14, 2020
All home varsity basketball games are held in the large gym.

Charging on the court, into the minds of two varsity Mustangs

Brenna Cohoon and Kira Matheson
December 17, 2019

Q&A with Connor Cigrand

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
December 17, 2019
There is not only a contrast in the artwork associated with Coldplays last two albums, but also in the evolution of their sound.

Coldplay’s most recent music makes ‘Everyday Life’ more meaningful

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
December 6, 2019
My right spike is the only shoe from the pair that remains, scarred from being run over during the sectional meet.

A personal account: Running with one shoe

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
December 5, 2019
The girls varsity basketball team is preparing for their upcoming season with intense workouts, such as working on their core and endurance. The rigorous training will hopefully help them recover from losing two of their key players.

Girls varsity basketball aims to rebound in upcoming season after graduation of two pivotal Mustangs

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
November 22, 2019
Despite the fun family relations at Thanksgiving dinner, there are many things to be thankful for, such as beautiful fall scenery.

Top ten things you hear from your family at Thanksgiving dinner

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
November 19, 2019
My family takes Halloween very seriously, focusing on every detail all the way down to our jack-o-lanterns.

The stresses of Halloween

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
October 29, 2019
From left to right: sophomore Alex Spang, senior Brenna Cohoon, sophomore Sophia McNerney, senior Erin Reidy, junior Rebecca Diddia, sophomore Kelsey Casella, and sophomore Renee Kowalski.

[Photo] Girls cross country team takes first at regional meet

Paul Szmanda, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 29, 2019
DGS girls cross country will be competing at the IHSA Regional meet at Lyons Township High School on Saturday, Oct. 26.

[Photo] Girls cross country strides towards end of season, starting with IHSA Regionals

Sarah Barber, Online Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 24, 2019

Red Ribbon Week assembly inspires students in a subtle way

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
October 21, 2019
FAFSA Friday workshops are available to provide assistance to students throughout their college application process.

FAFSA Fridays: Application workshops for post-secondary help

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
October 11, 2019
Kennedy Warden is practicing with her cross country team preparing for their next meet

[Photo] Kennedy Warden runs towards the end of her high school cross country career

Lauren Wilmore, Online News Editor
October 4, 2019
A common solution athletes utilize to heal from an injury is KT Tape.

Athletes’ injuries are becoming more than physical

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
October 3, 2019
Freshman Nora Joy sprints through the finish at Mondays home meet.

[Photo] DGS girls cross country dashes towards state title, nationals bid

Luc Alvarez, Copy Editor
September 27, 2019
The boys varsity cross country team warms up at the First to the Finish Invitational in Peoria, Illinois on Sept. 14.

Boys cross country team runs off of positive dynamic

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
September 16, 2019
Alex Spang and Kelsey Casella have been friends with each other since kindergarten, but have grown closer ever since.

[Video] Friendship Friday: Forever friends

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
September 13, 2019
This is my first photo taken senior year at the anticlimactic senior sunrise.

Expectations vs. reality of senior year

Brenna Cohoon, Online Sports Editor
September 12, 2019
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