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Varsity girls basketball head coach Joshua Price and varsity assistant coach Michael Price talk strategy at practice.

New coaches look to revitalize girls basketball team

Izzy Skoog, Staff Reporter December 16, 2024

Over the offseason, three new coaches—Joshua Price, Michael Price and Amanda Frey—were selected to lead the girls basketball program. Varsity head coach Joshua Price said he is a Bexley alumnus...

Sports and substances: usage can result in punishment

Lily Howes, Staff Reporter December 16, 2024

A teenager is at a party with their friends, having a drink and a good time. Unbeknownst to them, someone takes a picture of them holding a beer and posts it online. They may not think much of it in the...

High school soccer divisions shift downward amid competitive balance changes

Eli Rosen, Staff Reporter November 15, 2024

The Ohio High School Athletic Association created new soccer divisions for the 2024 season in order to balance the divisions based on the size of each school, which affected Bexley’s strength of schedule...

Boys golf, basketball and tennis coach Will Gingery preparing to kick the ball between the uprights for the Wittenberg Tigers as a college student. (Courtesy of Will Gingery)

Coaches pass on college skills to next generation

Zoe Geldis, Staff Reporter November 15, 2024

Many young athletes dream of becoming the next Michael Jordan or Serena Williams of their sport. They will dedicate hours of their lives to practice and games in pursuit of this single goal. Although...

Fall sports spotlight: athletes reflect on season highlights

Fall sports spotlight: athletes reflect on season highlights

Allison Lefkowitz and Izzy Skoog November 15, 2024

Senior Mia Elliot - girls soccer Q: What is your biggest accomplishment this season? A: My biggest accomplishment is getting team captain for the second year. I’m very happy my teammates trust...

Junior Amiya Bowles hits the ball during a rally in the state semi-final match at the The College of Wooster Oct. 18. (Courtesy of Mike Nolan)

Game, set, match: Bowles wins third straight state title

Davaney Prophet, Staff Reporter November 15, 2024

Junior Amiya Bowles won the girls tennis state championship Oct. 18 for the third time with scores of 6-4, 6-1. Bowles said she started the tournament with a 7-6 win during the semifinals against Cincinnati...

Athletes cope with season-ending injuries

Cory Phillips, Staff Reporter October 11, 2024

Shooting pains, tearing muscles and popping joints are experiences every student athlete wishes to avoid. Although typical sports injuries range from minor bruises to scrapes, Bexley student athletes continue...

Senior Henry Elmore waves the Bexley Lion flag as student section leaders and crowd cheer loudly after a touchdown.

Student section creates positive environment, emphasizes school spirit

Emma Schiff, Staff Reporter October 11, 2024

On football Friday nights, it’s not only the athletes who take the field–it’s the entire school. From the audible chants of the student section to the sight of familiar faces in the stands, the spirit...

Athletes find their niche in nontraditional sports

Evie Lippman, Staff Reporter October 11, 2024

When talking about sports, one might typically imagine someone running down a field, catching a ball and scoring a touchdown. However, some students at the high school think of slicing through the water,...

Seniors commit to colleges to further their athletic careers

Amelia Talbott May 9, 2024

Years of tireless training have finally paid off for the high school student-athletes who will continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.  Senior Henry Hondroulis is committed...

‘Caitlin Clark effect’ encourages women in sports settings

Bella McMaster April 18, 2024

Before her last regular season game against  No. 2 Ohio State, Iowa point guard Caitlin Clark met her lifelong idol, retired WNBA legend Maya Moore. That night, with Moore in attendance, Clark became...

Boys lacrosse defeats Licking Valley in home opener

Boys lacrosse defeats Licking Valley in home opener

Zach Topolosky April 18, 2024

Junior Wyatt Simons prepares to score against Licking Valley Thursday, March 28. The boys lacrosse team defeated Licking Valley 19-6 at their first home game of the season Thursday, March 28. Going...

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