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Left: During warm-ups senior Ethan LeFlore jumps up in the air to warm up his shots. LeFlore then moves spots and shoots from a different part of the court. (Amelia Raziq) Right: In the middle of her breaststroke during the 400-meter individual medley relay, junior Katie Wuertz comes out of the water to take a breath. As she takes her breath, her arms come forward to push herself through the water.(Caroline Kraft)
LeFlore and Wuertz: January Athletes of the Month
Lillian Richter and Hannah Halterman April 29, 2025

Grabbing at her challenger’s hands, sophomore Makenzee McPherson struggles to escape her opponent's grasp. Just before McPherson can be returned to the mat, she breaks loose from the clutch of her opponent.
Underclassmen Under Pressure
Nadia Moore, Staff Reporter • April 10, 2025

Once sophomore Makenzee McPherson, the 100-pound varsity girls' wrestler, hits the mat, she instantly feels the pressure and tension her teammates...

Principal Suzanne Leake smiles as she puts a medal around senior Ethan LeFlore’s neck. Dr. Leake later hugged LeFlore for his accomplishments and commitment to the basketball program.
Solo Senior Success
Izzy Dunlap, Staff Photographer • March 7, 2025

Every high school player’s season eventually has to come to an end but to celebrate they give the seniors in the program a dedicated night...

Being blocked by two members of the opposing team, sophomore Jamarious Britt attempts to jump over them to make a basket. Britt had no other choice but to jump above the two players to get past them.
Amidst Successes
Audrey Webb, Staff Photographer • March 5, 2025

Throughout the basketball season, each of the players picks different things to ensure that they improve throughout the year. The team has...

Tying Up the Season
Tying Up the Season
Kamryn Twitty, Staff Photographer • February 28, 2025

Starting out strong, the junior varsity boys basketball team battled Lafayette High School in a tension-packed game Feb. 25. However, they...

Pink Out's Privation
Pink Out’s Privation
Caroline Kraft, Visuals Editor-in-Chief • February 24, 2025

After week-long anticipation and a plethora of pink shirts sold, the Spartans hosted the Liberty Eagles for the annual Pink Night which helps...

Head Coach John Varner looks down at his notebook before telling his team what play he wants them to run. Varner then broke the huddle and sent his team out back on the court.
The Trojan Take Down
Amelia Raziq, Social Media Editor • February 24, 2025

After a close game and tough loss against Liberty a couple of days before the Spartans were looking to come out hot. On Feb. 11, the varsity...

Junior Xavier Morrison lets out a celebratory yell after scoring against North Point. The Spartans won 86-59.
On the Rebound
Hannah Halterman, Web Co-Editor-in-Chief • January 21, 2025

It’s 7 pm on Friday night, and Francis Howell Central’s gym is packed. Students line the bleachers, holding posters and cheering as the varsity...

As he holds the ball junior Xavier Morrison looks for an open teammate to pass to. Morrison takes a deep breath and collects himself to get ready for the next play.
Kick off the Season
Amelia Raziq, Social Media Manager • December 19, 2024

The boys varsity basketball team attended the 54th Annual Troy Buchanan Peoples Bank and Trust Invitational tournament on Dec. 6. After a...

A Basketball Beat Down
A Basketball Beat Down
Ava Reyes, Staff Photographer • December 19, 2024

  The varsity boys basketball team faced North Point High on Dec. 11. The boys, who were in the lead by halftime, went into the game...

Senior Will Zadell leaves the court for the final time and gives Coach Brian Cissell a joyous hug.
Coaching Conclusion
Hannah Halterman, Staff Reporter • May 26, 2024

In late April, head basketball coach Brian Cissell announced to his basketball team that he will not be returning as their coach next year. Cissell,...

 Senior Ashton Mathews looks for a teammate to pass the ball to.
Senior Sendoff
Kaitlyn Morgan, Staff Photographer • March 22, 2024

The boys varsity basketball team took on the Francis Howell North Knights on Feb. 23 winning with a score of 62-48. The game was constantly...

Sentimental Seniors
Sentimental Seniors
Audrey Webb and Kendyl Lay March 22, 2024

  During senior night on Feb. 23, the boys basketball team came out victorious over the Francis Howell North Knights with a score...

Lucas Williams guarding and defending the teams side of the court.
A Modest Defeat
Ava Reyes and Lillian Seithel March 22, 2024

  The Spartans took a defeat against Fort Zumwalt West’s Jaguars on Feb. 9. The JV boys fought hard and ended only five points...

Being guarded heavily by the player on Troy, guard Drew Wyss looks for a teammate to pass to. To get around the defenders arms, Wyss bounce-passed to an open member of the team.
Teamwork Against the Trojans
Summer Suarez and Sophia Allen February 29, 2024

Playing at their home court, the junior varsity boys basketball team took on Troy Buchanan high school on Feb 6. The boys fought hard together...

Boys Basketball Results
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Mar 5 / Boys Basketball
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Lafayette
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Feb 25 / Boys Basketball
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Lafayette
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Feb 25 / JV Boys Basketball
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