On the field at Battle High School, Sam Schupp lines up at the 10-yard line to attempt an extra point, her head down and her shoulders relaxed.
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Sam Schupp and her father Chris Schupp discuss kicking technique Oct 4 at Battle High School. Both of Schupp's parents came to support her and shag footballs during her practice.
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Sam Schupp shows off her manicure Saturday at Battle High School. Schupp has 10 different teammates pick colors for her manicure before games.
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Sam Schupp sets up the ball for a practice kick Oct. 4 at Battle High School. Schupp moved the tee often to avoid damaging the field. "I feel bad, I keep kicking holes in the turf," Schupp said.
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Battle kicker Sam Schupp kicks a football Oct. 4 at Battle High School. Schupp is a track athlete who joined the football team for her senior year.
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Sam Schupp takes off her cleats and puts on her shoes Oct. 4 at Battle High School. Schupp split the sole off her right shoe at the previous week's game against Moberly High School, but she taped it back together to continue playing.
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Sam Schupp gathers footballs during her workout Oct. 4 at Battle High School. Schupp practiced on her own outside of the team's regular after-school practices.
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