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Starting forward, sophomore Ethan Rausch swipes the puck away while kicking up ice to keep it for the Spartan offense. Rausch skates back down to pass the puck back.

Skating to a Standstill

Izzy Dunllap, Staff Photographer October 18, 2024

The varsity hockey club took on Franics Howell for the St.Chuck Cup tournament Oct. 15 at the Rec-Plex. The game ended in a 1-1 tie after three periods of play. Matthew Grisman, defense player for...

Lydia Beffa and Hayley Vineyard stand in their positions, holding on to each other. Beffa and Vineyard were waiting for their opponent to serve the ball.

Transitioning Into High School Volleyball

Miley Cooper, Staff Reporter October 11, 2024

Middle school to high school transition can be difficult, especially for sports. Annabelle Edwards, libero, on the girls freshman volleyball team has had her ups and downs but has made a smooth transition...

 Sophomore Max Layman raises both arms above his head in celebration while senior Tia Harlow waves to him from the back of the trailer. Taken after their competition, this photo captured what Harlow described as a “really happy moment.”

An Historic High Note

Hannah Halterman, Co Web Editor-in-Chief October 10, 2024

The Spartan Regiment made school history on Saturday, Oct. 5 when they qualified as regional finalists in the BOA Memphis marching band championships. BOA, or Bands of America, holds nationwide marching...

The varsity cheer team huddled together for a picture. This is before their performance at the Regional competition on Saturday Sept. 21.

Cheering across Regionals

Colin Nichols, Co Web Editor-in-Chief October 7, 2024

Junior Lillie Smotherman, an enthusiastic varsity cheerleader performed the bolt, a 360 degree backflip tumbling pass, alongside her cheer team during their regional competition on Saturday, Sept. 21....

On Sep. 27, 2024 the Francis Howell Central Spartans huddle up before their game against Troy. Both teams have been conference rivals for years.

Football Stereotypes: Fact or Fumble?

Sydney Ross, Staff Reporter October 7, 2024

As the field lights beam down on the field, helmets and headgear clash against one another. Players can be seen either aggressively yelling at their teammates and opponents from the sidelines, or running...

Senior Josh Stuhlman dodges the player attempting to slide and kick the ball at the game against Francis Howell North. While dodging the player Stuhlman also kicked the ball to a teammate nearby on Sept. 10.

Persevering Through the Pressure

Audrey Webb, Staff Photographer September 24, 2024

A long-fought game on Sept. 10 with a score of 0-0 eventually ended in a series of penalty kicks and the Spartans coming out on top against Francis Howell North. Senior Josh Stuhlman talks about what...

The varsity boys volleyball team comes together on the court to celebrate after a successful block in the finals match. Lafayette had many players over six feet so blocking was difficult.

Spiking to New Heights

Colin Nichols, Web Editor-in-Chief May 24, 2024

The varsity boys volleyball team placed second after a loss against Lafayette(Wildwood) in the state championship finals with a final match score of 3-0 on May 22 played on a Maryville University court....

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Asher’s Takes

Asher Wilson, Staff Reporter May 22, 2024

Fantasy football is a storm that has engulfed many people including me. Every morning while I drink coffee I check my teams and make sure they are set.   I’ve been managing fantasy football teams...

Reese McDevitt looks at the course ahead during a cross country race. McDevitt set a school record of 19:16.7 this year to become the fastest female junior in school history.

A Hunger to CompEAT

Hannah Halterman, Staff Reporter May 22, 2024

As the official blows his whistle to signal five minutes until the cross country race begins, runner Laney Parmeley rips open a packet of Skittles while Reese McDevitt drinks honey from a small bottle....

A Valuable Victory

A Valuable Victory

Ava Reyes, Photo Assignments Editor May 20, 2024

Facing Saint Dominic, the girls Lacrosse team played their district game on Thursday, May 16. After a close game the Spartans ended out on top with a score of 10-6. The girls played a good game on...

In a heated game against Fort Zumwalt East, junior Chase Williams jumps up to set the ball. He sets the ball to senior Connor Layman for the winning point  and match of 2-0 on May 6.

Hitting a New High

Katherine Albertson, Staff Photographer May 10, 2024

In a tough district match against Fort Zumwalt East, varsity volleyball took a well-earned win with a score of 2-0. During this tough match, many onlookers were impressed by the team’s positive attitude...

Senior Claire Sanders smiles while being handed her personalized sign from her teammates. Each of the seniors got a different sign from the team, made specifically for the senior receiving it.

Sending the Soccer Seniors Off

Summer Suarez, Staff Photographer May 8, 2024

To celebrate the graduating seniors, the girls varsity soccer team held their Senior Night before their game against the Timberland Wolves on Tuesday, April 30. This being a special night for the team,...

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