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In high spirit, junior hitter Ava Schuette, during the second set, springs up to hit the ball at the volleyball game against Francis Howell on Sep. 23. Schuette and her team were determined to secure a victory.

Rising Above the Net

Olivia Unash, Staff Photographer November 3, 2025

As the volleyball season has come to an end, the Francis Howell Central girls volleyball team’s match against Francis Howell on Sep. 23 highlights the special sportsmanship among the girls. Through...

As the game on Oct. 18 is being highly anticipated, Central calls a timeout. As senior captain Grace Holtz talks to the team, junior Kenzie Held listens and takes in the message.

Stepping Off the Court

Gabrielle Viehmeyer, Staff Photographer November 3, 2025

Posters, balloons, and ribbons decorate the gym to celebrate the final game of the season. Before the game, seniors Grace Holtz and Lucy Griesenaur were greeted by cheering teammates, coaches, and...

On September 15th, in the heat of a match, sophomore Charlotte Fischer blocks the incoming ball during the volleyball game against St. Dominic high school. After a sharp hit from the opposing team, Charlotte rapidly jumped to save the ball from reaching the floor.

Setbacks At The Net

Olivia Unash, Staff Photographer October 28, 2025

The team leaps into action on their 5th match of the season against St. Dominic high school's volleyball team. Although they took a loss, they still played hard and continued to have a positive attitude....

Running to sub in, Natalie Hirth makes her way down the bench receiving high fives from her teammates. She extends her arm out to the last seat getting a high five from the freshman coach, Molly Wittmer.

Reaching for Greatness

Emma Kull, Staff Photographer October 27, 2025

Chants and cheers erupted in the Francis Howell Central gym as the girls varsity volleyball team began their match with the Liberty eagles on September 16. Although the Spartans lost 3-1 the team kept...

Sophomore Amelia Krause bumps the ball to the teams setter Ava Gordils as the ref watches. During this game frustrations with the reffing started to lower morale of the team.

A Call Away

Jacob Banks, Staff Photographer October 1, 2025

The girls volleyball team was pitted against Francis Howell North on September 11th. During the game both teams had frustrations with the calls being made by the refs making it hard for them to play...

While Charlotte Fischer jumps and tips the ball over the net, sophomore Bella Hutchinson covers her in her ready position if the opponents block it. This is commitment for Bella to help Charlotte.

Effort in Every Play

Lola Bedel, Photographer October 1, 2025

 The varsity girls volleyball game on Sept. 9 the team has gave effort and learning from their mistakes. The team lost 0-3 but this was a lesson that they can learn from and to work harder next time....

Left: Junior Ian Harting races along the 5k course at McNair Park in 95 degree weather. This was the team's first official meet. (Photo by Rachael Latzel)
Right: Senior Logan Rubel jumps to block a hit from the Trojans. The Spartans won this match 3 sets to 0. (Photo by Mallory Davie)

Harting and Rubel: October Athletes of the Month

Hannah Halterman, Web Co-Editor-in-Chief November 26, 2024

Senior Logan Rubel watches in anticipation as her teammate spikes the ball over the net. The opposing players jumped in the air to attempt to block the ball.

Three for Three

Mallory Davie, Staff Photographer October 15, 2024

The Spartan varsity girls volleyball team took down Troy Buchanan High School on Oct. 1, destroying the Trojans all three rounds of the game. The team celebrates as they continue to go on a winning...

The Spartans celebrate together after winning the second set causing the game to go into a third set. During the game against Troy Buchanan on Oct. 1 which took place at the Spartan's home court.

Approaching the End

Rachael Latzel, Staff Photographer October 15, 2024

As the Spartans are nearing the end of the fall sports season, C–team girls volleyball was able to bring home another win of 2-1 from their game against Troy Buchanan on Oct. 1. Although the team...

Hayley Vineyard and Ava Gordils 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...

Howell spikes a ball downwards straight at sophomore Natalie Hirth, causing her to dive so she can get the ball up for her teammates to play out. While a dive isn’t preferred because control is lost, it can be necessary in order to keep the ball in play.

Passing the Positivity

Rachael Latzel, Staff Photographer October 3, 2024

The girls JV volleyball team played a challenging game against Francis Howell at our home courts on Sept. 24, losing 2-0. The key trait that keeps teams connected and gives confidence, is a positive...

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