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The student news site of Pottsville Area High School

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“Doing the 100 fly is not my favorite by all means, but I still suck it up and end up doing it; I’ve been swimming since I was like 8 and I am only now really getting the timing and technique down now; that should tell you how difficult it can be.” said senior, Hunter Chescavage

Flying into the season with Hunter Chescavage

Maya Johnson, Staffer • January 6, 2024

1. What is your favorite stroke? Backstroke 2. What is your favorite thing about swimming? Definitely getting to have more time with my friends and stay active 3. When is your birthday? March 24,...

The 400 freestyle relay team consisted of Hunter Chescavage, Marty Davis, Caden Wright, and Noah Bevan. The team swam a 3.57 and won the event.

Swimming season starts at PAHS

Marty Davis, Staffer • December 15, 2023

The Pottsville swimming season has begun at PAHS. The teams first meet was Thursday Dec. 7th against Saucon Valley. The boys team won by a score of 104-52, and the girls lost by a score of 100-51.  The...

Swimmers stand with each other after the 400 freestyle relay, laughing and talking about their times. “Swim and dive is mostly a mental sport. You could have all your technique down but when it comes to yourself mentally, you could crack at the pressure. That’s why it’s really encouraging to have all your teammates backing you and cheering you on. Even the littlest bit of validation can help,” said freshman, Billy Davis.

The PAHS swim and dive team get ready for a new season

Maya Johnson, Staffer • January 10, 2023

These athletes are required to train during the cold winter months. Practices start from the end of November. Swim and dive is available for 9th through 12th grade students at PAHS. A typical...

Standing on the Deck with Xander Hirsch

Standing on the Deck with Xander Hirsch

Maya Johnson, Staffer • January 5, 2023

What is your name? Xander Hirsch How old are you? 18 When is your birthday? November 9, 2004 Do you plan to swim in college? Yes What is your future college? Kutztown How many years...

Sitting on the sideline with Katie Painter

Sitting on the sideline with Katie Painter

Marty Davis, Staffer • November 30, 2022

What’s your name? Katie Painter When’s your birthday? April 16, 2004 What’s your nickname? KP Dream school? Clemson University  Favorite sport? Soccer Years played? 13 years ...

The girls swim team stands proud on the podium knowing they made history as the first district runner ups. Overall the girls scored a 242 in the team event. Katie Painter says, “Being able to compete in districts was a great experience. With the new change, came more opportunities to swim and compete and allowed for a really wonderful day packed with many memories.”

District 11 swim and dive recap

Harry Walls, Staffer • March 15, 2021

The district 11 diving championships occurred on February 27, 2021. The competitors were Alexa Fegley (Moravian), Anna Petke (Bethlehem Catholic), Kylee Fehr (Blue Mountain), Melissa Ellis (Schuylkill...

(From left to right, Nathan Colna, Emma Smith, Owen Golden, Debra Logothetides, Greta Snukis, and Lauren Klinger) This photo was taken at the 2019-2020 Schuylkill League Championships. Greta Snukis, Emma Smith and Owen Golden all medaled at this meet. Senior diver Greta Snukis said, “This year I was looking forward to Leagues because I wanted to reclaim my title. I was hoping for a 2peat. I do not agree with the fact that it couldn’t be rescheduled. I was hoping to improve my score and reach 400 with my 11 dives. I also wanted to improve my degree of difficulty and throw harder dives.

Schuylkill Leagues cancelled- swim and dive

Ava Jefferson, Staffer • February 17, 2021

Due to the  COVID-19 outbreak, the 2021 Schuylkill League Championships were canceled for the swim and dive teams. Many fans, athletes and coaches look forward to this event towards the end of every season....

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