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Senior Stephen McCloud runs toward the ball trying to block the play. The Tide ended their season losing 35-42. “I feel like we had more to play for,” said McCloud.

PAHS Football Season has Come to a Close

Wyatt Selinko, Staffer • December 5, 2019

The Crimson Tide football team’s season came to an end Friday, November 22. The Tide lost in the State Quarterfinals to Jersey Shore in triple over time. The final score of the game was Jersey Shore...

Crimson Tide Quaterback, Damon Yost breaks through the pile of players to score a Tide touchdown against Blue Mountain. Pottsville ended the season with a close game against Jersey Shore, losing 42-35. Damon said, “I’ve been playing football for 5 years, and what I love most is the bond you grow with your teammates.”

Damon Yost- Quaterback of the Crimson Tide

Ava Jefferson, Staffer • November 25, 2019

     Senior Quarterback, Damon Yost has thrown 2,530 passing yards, including the regular football season and at Districts. He now leads his team in this category as they advance to the first State...

Junior Robert Walchak dives in an attempt to tackle the ACC quarterback. Walchak played football since he was young and has dreamed about winning the District Championship. “We deserved that win so much more than any other team in the district,” said Walchak.

We’re Number “Won”- PAHS Football

Wyatt Selinko, Staffer • November 21, 2019

The Pottsville Crimson Tide football team has been on a tear this season. They won their last two District playoff games. By succeeding in those games, the Tide secured a spot in the District XI Championship...

What is Your “Why”?

Tayla Jones, Contributor • November 20, 2019

Everyone has a “why” for the sport that they play, whether they play it for a specific person or just for personal interest. Unfortunately, not everyone knows their “why”. Knowing your “why”...

Senior Mason Barnes looks down the court for a teammate to pass the ball to. Barnes has been playing basketball for PAHS all four years of high school. “I plan on playing basketball in college. It has been a goal of mine since I was young,” said Barnes.

What’s in store?- Boys Basketball

Ava Jefferson, Staffer • November 15, 2019

With the 2019-2020 Boys Basketball season starting up, the boys are putting on a tough grind to be bigger and better than last year. Practicing and getting shots in before the season arrives is important...

Senior Payton Tomlinson runs down field looking to make a play. She played for the PAHS soccer program all four years of her high school career. Tomlinson said, “The thing I will miss the most about high school soccer will be the team. I have been playing soccer with some of these girls since second grade and it will be hard to leave that part of my life in the past. The soccer team was and will always be my family. I will miss seeing these girls everyday and creating memories on the field.”

Accomplishing Goals

Wyatt Selinko, Staffer • November 12, 2019

The Lady Tide soccer team went undefeated this season against Schuylkill County teams. This lead them to a 3-0 win against Blue Mountain in the Schuylkill League Championship. This was the Lady Tide’s...

Pottsville Boys Basketball players hold up the Schuylkill League Championship trophy after their victory over Blue Mountain 51-35 on February 16, 2019. The Pottsville Boys Basketball Program has won multiple Schuylkill League championships, District championships, and has made appearances in states throughout the past twelve years. “We have high expectations for this upcoming season. I feel like this team could produce one of the best seasons we’ve ever had as a program,” Senior Mason Barnes said.

The Secret Behind The Pottsville Boys Basketball Program’s Success

Josh Daubert, Contributor • November 7, 2019

Eight Schuylkill League titles. Four District XI titles. Eight-time state qualifier. All in the past twelve years. Nothing screams success like that does. Pottsville’s Boys Basketball program has one...

Cheerleaders get ready to perform for the pep rally on stage in the auditorium. Tiana Green said, “ My favorite cheer we perform is of course everyone’s favorite ‘Give a Yell’. Everyone goes crazy and it’s the best cheer around in my opinion”.

Playoffs Equal Pep Rallies

Ava Jefferson, Staffer • November 1, 2019

     We've got spirit, we've got soul, just like butter, we're on a roll! The Tide went into their game last week with a 8-1 record, taking the loss to North Schuylkill 29-7. Crimson Tide still has...

North Schuylkill senior, Jaden Leiby, is throwing the ball to another teammate. During the game on October 25, he was seriously injured making a tackle. Countless thoughts and prayers outpoured from the community in hopes of a speedy recovery. Hashtags like the one pictured above have been circulating throughout social media in support of Jaden.

Prayers for Six

Carly Mohl, Staffer • November 1, 2019

A parent’s worst nightmare took place during the football game last Friday night. Jaden Leiby was making a tackle on Pottsville’s Bobby Walchak. As he was running to make the tackle, Leiby crashed...

Sophomore Julia Plachko stands under the net waiting to receive the ball at practice in the 2018-2019 season. Many players like Plachko are returning this season with a new coach. Plachko said, I am looking forward to playing with all the girls and having a lot of fun.

In It to Win It- Starting Off the Season with a New Coach

Ava Jefferson, Staffer • October 31, 2019

New year, new season. The JV girls and Varsity girls basketball team has a new coach this year; Mr. Mike Dooley. The team has been preparing for their season since the beginning of summer and continued...

On the morning of Friday October 25, senior players gave away their home jerseys to a teacher that inspired them during their time at PAHS. This is one of many traditions that the seniors participate in to wrap up their time as high school football players. Senior Noah Lecher said, The part Im going to miss most is playing with my teammates because we are all so close and have had each others backs through a lot of hard times over the past six years.

All They Do is Win

Wyatt Selinko, Staffer • October 25, 2019

Incredible. That’s the word for the Crimson Tide’s football season. They are on a six game win streak heading into their last game. A win here could mean everything for playoffs.  Pottsville Area...

The Pottsville Area Crismon Tide team is preparing to hit the ball. They ended up losing the game to the Blue Mountain Eagles with a score of 3-1. Teammate Caroline Gist said, We have so much love and dedication towards the game, and no matter our outcomes, we are always proud of each other.

BUMP, SET, SPIKE! A Glance at PAHS Volleyball

Carly Mohl, Staffer • October 25, 2019

Three words: What a season! This year was one for the books. The PAHS Varsity girls volleyball team finished another winning season with a record of 25-5-2. Starting the season off strong, the Tide...

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