Cantrell is MHS Homecoming Queen
From the Sep 23, 2025 e-Edition
McKENZIE (September 19) — Senior Olivia Cantrell is the 2025 McKenzie High School football Homecoming Queen.
Cantrell, the 17-year-old daughter of Trey and Amber Cantrell, was crowned prior to Friday's football game.
Other members of the royalty are senior Carli Beeler, 17-year-old daughter of Tim and Ashley Beeler; senior Morgan Little, 17-year-old daughter of Patrick Little and Ashley Bell; senior Nadia Sisemore, 17-year-old daughter of Brittani Esch and Kris Sisemore; and senior Charli Weatherford, 17-year-old daughter of Kelly and Clara Weatherford.
The ladies were driven onto the field by Steve Berryman in a stylish convertible.
McKenzie City Florist provided the beautiful flowers and the sash for the queen.
Members of the royalty were selected by nominations from each homeroom. The M-Club narrowed down the nominees to five.
The royalty were escorted by senior football players. Other senior players, along with senior cheerleader Tobey Brooks, presented the crown and sash to Cantrell.
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