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Sophomore Izzy Dunlap walks off the field towards pinch runner senior Holly Crass. Dunlap had just hit a single and then had to go change into her catchers gear.

A Swing and a Miss

Claire Valle, Staff Photographer November 18, 2024

On Oct 1. at the  softball field, the girls varsity softball team played the Fort Zumwalt West jaguars. The Spartans ended up losing to the Jaguars 12-6 in 7 innings. Junior Mallory Winters played...

Left: Clenching his fists, junior Don Thornton waits for the play to begin.(Amelia Raziq) 
Right: Junior Amelia Raziq taps the base to help herself focus for the pitch. (Addison Yeaton)

Raziq and Thorton: September Athletes of the Month

Hannah Halterman, Web Co-Editor-in-Chief November 18, 2024

Amelia  Q: What position do you play for high school? Raziq: I pitch and play first and third.    Q: When did you start playing softball? Raziq: I started playing probably when I...

Freshman Rylee Breznay crouches down as the Francis Howell North player steps up to bat. While playing against Francis Howell North on Oct. 18, Breznay’s focus helped the Spartans secure the win.

Till Next Time

Caroline Kraft, Visuals Editor-in-Chief November 4, 2024

Making their way through a difficult season, the girls softball team ended with a record of 14–19 before heading into the district tournament. After a blowout against the Pattonville Pirates with...

Seniors Maggie Meyer and Landry Harris pose with their families during the ceremony. The girls were given gifts by their families and teammates congratulating them on their final year on the team.

Senior Send Off

Ava Breuer, Staff Photographer October 31, 2024

Finalizing their season, the varsity softball seniors were paid tribute during their last home game on Oct. 14 against Seckman. The Spartans let up an early lead but were able to close the gap, but...

Freshman Nola Patterson drifts into the dirt and propels her arms out to intercept the ball. Patterson sent the ball flying to first base, hoping to tag the runner out.

Kickin’ Up Dust

Kamryn Twitty, Staff Photographer October 18, 2024

The girls varsity softball team was defeated 26-15 in a home game against Francis Howell North on Oct. 8. The team hustled through the game, pushing close behind North for the first four innings. During...

Junior Savanna Cohen swings her bat and makes contact with the ball as her feet slide while bracing against the impact. Cohen’s hit was successful so she sprinted forward and rested at first base.

Falling Short of a Score

Addison Yeaton, Staff Photographer October 16, 2024

After a tension-filled night, the girls softball game against St. Dominic on Oct. 7 resulted in an 11-0 loss.  Senior pitcher Kendal Morelock gave it her all against St. Dominic which resulted in...

Spartans and Vikings alike form a circle around the pitcher's mound as they light candles in honor of Trevor Joerling. The 2024 purple out game was the tenth memorial game since Trevor died.

More Than Softball

Sophie Rosser, Photographer October 15, 2024

For the past 10 years, the softball teams have worked with Francis Howell to honor and remember the life of Trevor Joerling who passed away in 2014 after a long battle against Hodgkins Lymphoma. Every...

The team rushes to huddle around Callison, jumping and laughing as they congratulate her on her swing and celebrate winning the game together. She won the game for the team and they look forward to playing more games together.

Last-Minute Luck

Addison Yeaton, Staff Photogropher October 1, 2024

  In an unexpected turn of events, the girls softball team made a last-minute win against Liberty High School on Sept. 26, winning 4-3. Sophomore Gretchen Callison hit the winning ball, scoring...

Running to third base, Sophomore Taylei Sesson looks at home to see if she is able to possibly score. She filled in as a runner for one of the players as she is able to get around the bases quickly.

Sprinting Through the Season

Ava Breuer, Staff Photographer September 25, 2024

In a competitive game, varsity softball hosted the Timberland Wolves on Sep. 17, losing 9-3. With innings going by quickly, the Spartans kept up with the speedy play. Every player has a big influence...

After they defeated Fort Zumwalt North in the district semifinals on Oct. 13, seniors Sydney Webb and Ashley Leible head toward their dugout to celebrate with the rest of their teammates. The team posted a 14-20 record this season and advanced to the district championship.

Taking Life’s Throws

Amity Ianiri, Staff Reporter February 15, 2024

As Spartan athletes ease their way into the winter season, softball has reached its bittersweet end. For seniors, this can be a time of intense retrospection, recollecting upon the diverse experiences...

Kendal Morelock is ready to swing to hit the ball. She keeps her eyes on the ball throughout the whole swing.

Dominating at Districts

Summer Suarez and Meghan Baumann October 31, 2023

In the first round of districts on Oct. 12, the varsity softball team beat the Riverview Rams, with an astounding score of 18 to 0. This was sophomore Kendal Morelock’s second time at districts and...

A Heartfelt Goodbye

Katherine Albertson, Staff Photographer October 13, 2023

Varsity softball ended it’s game in the third inning against Fort Zumwalt East High School with a score of 16-3 on Oct. 4. Softball also celebrated their seniors playing their final high school softball...

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