Volleyball Battles for State

Amelia Vohsen, Emily Wolfe, Erin Reitz, Photo Editor, Staff Photographers

November 17, 2019

As girls volleyball battles for state title, a variety of emotions fill the stadium, with the last game of the season quickly coming to an end. On Nov. 9, the Spartans went up against Liberty (KC) in the third place game. Although the girls lost the game, they ultimately placed fourth in the state, an ...

Freshman Girls Volleyball Last Game of the Season

Abby Turner, Staff

November 11, 2019

On Oct. 22nd, our freshman girls volleyball team played their last match against Fort Zumwalt West. Sadly the girls lost 0-2 to the Jaguars. With it being the last, many girls were upset with how it ended, but freshman Alice Landry thought different.  “The second match, I feel like we did the be...

Girl’s Golf Goes To State

Morgan Kromer, Staff Reporter

November 10, 2019

“I literally almost cried. I was so happy and a little in disbelief. [Coach] Otto said hurry let’s go before they change their mind,” senior Gabrielle Berger said. Berger was so excited because she had just found out she made it to state for the girl’s golf team, who made ninth place with...

Districts End Boys Soccer Season

Emily Wolfe, Amelia Vohsen, and Erin Reitz, Staff Photographers

November 9, 2019

As the clock ran out on the second half of the game, the varsity soccer team was filled with emotion. The players were hugging and comforting each other on the field, some even began crying, because losing the game on Nov. 6 signified the end of their season. With a score of 0-1 against FZN, the Spartan...

Facing Fierce Competition

Natalie Walsh, Print Assignments Editor

November 8, 2019

As the girls warm up, they realize what needs to be accomplished. After losing both sets in their first game, winning their upcoming matches will be crucial in deciding whether they play for first or third place.  Unfortunately, winning both sets isn’t that easy. Battling the Liberty Blue Jays, w...

Last Second Goal

November 8, 2019

Boys varsity fought hard down to the last second of their game on Thursday, October 24th. Playing against Francis Howell North, the boys were tied 3-3 for most of the second half until they scored in the final seconds to pull ahead for the win. Senior Connor Mcgoogan says  “Even though the so...

The Spartans Dominate Districts

November 8, 2019

Girls Varsity volleyball began their battle for State on October 30th. Winning both of their district games, the girls team competed with furiosity, wearing out the other teams and always making their opponents work for points. Facing both the Colombia and Francis Howell teams, Francis Howell Central h...

Freshmen Fall to North

Ann-Maree Gammell, Staff Photographer

November 8, 2019

The freshman football players heart’s were beating as the opposing team continues to make scores against them. The Spartans faced the Francis Howell North Knights on Monday, Oct. 7th At 5 pm.Although they lost the game, freshman Dylan Keith was able to find the motivation in himself to conti...

Senior Celebration

Amelia Vohsen and Suzie Safi, Photo Editor, Staff Photographer

November 4, 2019

As the Varsity boys soccer team heads to districts, the team sets aside time to thank the eight seniors who have helped with the team's success. The seniors include captain Sam Newton along with Allen Butterfield, Brayden Conley, Luke Hantack, Chris Boerding, Connor Schmitz, Carl Swanson, and Connor...

A Warm Farewell for Our Seniors

Corinne Vorderstrasse, Staff Photographer

November 4, 2019

Every year, a handful of girls become a group of seniors who have been volleyball players on the team for all four years of their time in Central. On Tuesday, Oct. 22, these seniors were recognized and medaled for their dedication to the team and the sport for so long. Junior player Annamarie Yates spok...

Planning Ahead

Amelia Vohsen, Photo Editor

November 2, 2019

Leading up to districts, the Varsity boys soccer team suffered a tough loss against FZW on Tuesday, Oct 22. Although the team lost 2-0, they fought hard throughout the game and put up a tough fight. Junior Noah Heath says the team needs to "not talk to the refs to avoid future yellow cards" because...

Bennett Ascends A Slippery Slope

Essy Ingram, Staff Reporter

November 1, 2019

Chunks of cold mud dribble down the calves of the oncoming herd. The slimy substance is sprayed out from behind them, a spectacle not unlike that of a lawn mower spewing grass clippings. Just beyond the reach of the spray is another group, but one of them loses a shoe as the others try desperately t...