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Shooting from the three point line, senior Addie Henderson blocks out all distraction as the Howell bench yells at her. Outside noises can cause players to become unfocused and miss their wide open shots.

The Final Whistle

Ava Breuer, Staff Photographer March 21, 2025

Fighting until the buzzer, the varsity girls basketball team sadly lost to the Howell Vikings in the second round of districts with a score of 45-28, on March 8. Both teams fighting to keep their season...

Avoiding her defender, Riley Henderson passes the ball to her teammate playing in the center of the court. As the player in center is only allowed to stay in their spot for three seconds, the player shot immediately after receiving the pass from Henderson.

Down to the Last Second

Summer Suarez, Photo Assignments Editor March 18, 2025

Competing in the first round of districts, the girls varsity basketball team battled against Timberland High School at Fort Zumwalt West on March 6. As both teams wanted to move on to the next round,...

As the Knights try their hardest to get more baskets, Sam Taylor gazes up at the Spartans basket. Taylor watches to find out whether the points will be awarded to their competitors or if she is able to steal the ball back.

Dribbling Till the End

Rachael Latzel, Staff Photographer March 7, 2025

As winter sports are quickly approaching the end of their season, seniors now start to commit to colleges and universities they wish to attend. Many seniors, such as senior Morgan Davis, are realizing...

After getting fouled on by the point guard from Lafayette, junior Sam Taylor shoots a free throw in hopes of getting a basket for the Spartans. Taylor threw two free throws, banking both of them and keeping the Spartans in the lead.

An Uplifting Victory

Summer Suarez, Photo Assignments Editor March 1, 2025

Playing on their home court, the girls varsity basketball team fought hard while playing against Lafayette High School on Feb. 25. The team took home a win, beating Lafayette by a large margin of 58-37....

Junior Sam Taylor puts her hands up as she defends against the Troy player, hoping to get a steal. Players put their hands up on defense to make themselves bigger and harder to get around.

Trojan Tussle

Ava Breuer, Staff Photographer February 28, 2025

Taking every loss as an opportunity to learn, the girls varsity basketball team battled a tough game against the state ranked Troy Trojans on Feb. 11. Fighting to keep the score close to the Trojans,...

Swooping the ball away from her opponent's reach, Riley Henderon searches for an open teammate to take the ball all the way to the basket. While Henderson was prepared to laser focus on the game, the energy around her and her teammates led to an enjoyable game.

A Smack Down on the Court

Kamryn Twitty, Staff Photographer February 28, 2025

The varsity girls basketball team kept the energy alive on their home court on Feb. 25 one of the final games before districts. Family, friends and fans alike chanted along as the team dominated the...

Smiling at her teammates, sophomore Izzy Brewer holds the ball on her hip. Brewer laughed with her teammates and got most of her reps within the corner of the court.

Locking Down a Win

Izzy Dunlap, Staff Photographer February 10, 2025

During the most recent away game for the varsity girls basketball team, the Spartans took on Francis Howell North on their home ground. The Spartans came out victorious in the end with a winning score...

Senior Addie Henderson holds the ball on the freethrow line as she looks at her teammate Jayla Robinson who is below the basket. She looked for a teammate closer to the basket in order to get a better opportunity to score.

Fighting Till the Finish

Ava Breuer, Staff Photographer January 31, 2025

As the Spartans make their way through the season, the varsity girls basketball team travelled to St. Charles West on Jan. 21 facing a tough loss against the Warriors with a score of 43-34. Surprised...

Senior Morgan Davis sips from her water bottle and concentrates on Coach Hayley Leake’s pep talk during a time-out. The team played aggressively, taking a victory of 63-20.

A Triumphant Takeover

Lillian Seithel, Staff Photographer December 13, 2024

The varsity girls basketball team starts off the season with a triumphant start. On Dec. 11, the Spartans took their second win against North Point, ending the game with a score of 63-20. Building...

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....

Play It Pink

Play It Pink

Kaitlyn Morgan, Staff Photographer March 22, 2024

The girls varsity basketball team took on the Timberland Wolves on Feb.21 for the pink out game. The girls came out on top with a score of 45-18. The girls, no matter what the score was and what time...

Junior Addie Henderson walks towards the opposite side of the court, getting ready for the rebound. The Lady Spartans lost the game, not without a lot of fight.

Driving Towards the Finish

Shaun Matz and Jackson Koziatek March 22, 2024

On Feb. 14, the varsity girls basketball team played a very tough team: Fort Zumwalt West Jaguars. The Spartans played well, with formidable defense, and putting points on the scoreboard for most of...

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