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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”...

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...

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...

Senior Damon Yost is scanning the field looking for a receiver to throw the football to.

Hittin’ The Road

Wyatt Selinko, Staffer • September 27, 2019

A two hour bus trip may not sound the most pleasing right before a game, but the Crimson Tide had to deal with it. This didn’t stop the players from playing any harder. Freshman Joey Palko said, “I’m...

Junior David Troutman is preparing to hit the ball. He wanted to make it into the hole to help his team. “I want to focus and try my best on all 18 holes,” said Troutman’s teammate, Dominick Chiccini.

Saying Goodbye to the Golf Season

Ava Jefferson, Staffer • September 23, 2019

Athletes find it upsetting when their seasons come to an end. Football, baseball, basketball and soccer are all included, but in this case, golf is our game! Athletes will be awaiting next year for positioning...

Junior Kenneth Glore can be seen demonstrating his part of the presentation. He was describing the uses for radioactive material during the Manhattan Project.

History Night 2019

Michael Johnson-Ponce, Editor • May 15, 2019

History Night is one of Pottsville’s greatest traditions. Every year, juniors in Mr. Taronis’ American history classes get into groups to give students and parents a glimpse into the past with a topic...

Junior Kalie Conrad shoots a free throw while other Tide players surround her. The Eagles waited anxiously as she shot the ball. “Our last game went very well because Pottsville was able to walk off the court with a win,” said Senior Alexa Cesari.

The Rivalry Continues

Greta Snukis, Staffer • February 5, 2019

The Blue Mountain vs. Pottsville game is always something the students and athletes look forward to. Fans fill up the stands to watch the thrilling games between the opposing teams. According to PAHS athletes,...

Figure Skating has always been something I enjoyed, but I wouldn’t be as successful without the help of my mom. Her motto is “Surround yourself with those who lift you higher.”

A Pretty Icy Topic

Greta Snukis, Staffer • January 11, 2019

  Ever since I was young, I’ve always had a love for figure skating. The thought of flying on the ice after landing an amazing jump or doing a very difficult spin intrigued me. I admired the competitive...

Senior Noah Nabholz winds up to fire a pitch during a game at Steidle Field. Nabholz and five other seniors have committed to college to play a sport. “I chose Shippensburg because they showed the most interest in me. The coaches were always calling and texting me, asking how I was doing,” Nabholz said.

Athletes decide to further athletic careers

Alexis Yoder, Editor • May 18, 2018

As their time in high school comes to a close, six seniors have made the decision to further their academic and athletic careers at the college level. The seniors are Ian Murhon, Ian Renninger, Tyler Timberlake,...

Winter Sports Recap

Winter Sports Recap

Alexis Yoder, Editor • April 6, 2018

Varsity Boys’ Basketball Photo by Allura McCuller The varsity boys repeated what they did last year and became Schuylkill League Division One champions once again. From there, they defeated...

Freshman Bobby Walchak attends the National Combine and U.S. All-American Bowl. He was chosen out of a selected group of underclassmen football players throughout the country. “While I was at this camp, we did things like the broad jump, vertical jump and 40-yard dash. We also had one-on-one competitions against cornerbacks, with the quarterback throwing at us,” Walchak said.

Freshman Bobby Walchak attends U.S. Army All-American Bowl

Gillian Revenis, Editor-in-Chief • April 5, 2018

The All-American Bowl Selection Committee chose underclassmen from around the country, including freshman Bobby Walchak, to participate in the National Combine and to attend the All-American Bowl. It was...

On the wrestling mat, junior Nick Onea looks to turn his opponent. Onea and the Crimson Tide defeated Blue Mountain on senior night by a score of 34-32. “I knew I just had to stay on my offense and wrestle smart,” Onea said.

Wrestling team takes Schuylkill League title

Mark Disabella, Staffer • February 28, 2018

The wrestling team won the Schuylkill League championship for the second consecutive year. At leagues, the wrestling team took first place, while Upper Dauphin and Blue Mountain trailed behind in second...

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