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Track team looks to build on record-breaking season

May 20, 2021

The track team had a historic season this year following last year’s cancellation, setting two school records. Both boys and girls teams have won multiple meets this season, head girls coach Jamie...

Women face continuous discrimination in collegiate sports

May 20, 2021

Although Title IX granted women greater involvement in sports, female athletes have continued to be discriminated against, especially at the collegiate level. For many years, female athletes have been...

Senior Sammi Nack rides her horse JD during an equestrian event. (Photo courtesy of Sammi Nack)

Bexley senior pursues passion for equestrianism

April 8, 2021

Emerging as an early childhood hobby, senior Sammi Nack’s love of horseback riding has continued into her high school career, shaping her work ethic, competitive mindset and future goals. Nack said...

Junior Henry Brandt dribbles towards the basket during a game against Eastmoor Academy. (Photo by Emma Magee)

Henry Brandt breaks record for three-pointers made in a boys basketball game

March 11, 2021

Junior basketball player Henry Brandt broke the record for three-pointers made in a boys basketball game by scoring nine three-pointers in a home game against Columbus Academy Friday, Feb. 12. The previous...

Senior Maddy Young works on her ball handling during a drill at basketball practice. (Photo by Emma Magee)

Maddy Young breaks record for career three-pointers

March 11, 2021

Senior girls basketball player Maddy Young broke the record for career three-pointers on Saturday, Jan. 30 in a home game against Wellington. Head basketball coach Bryce Baugh explained that the previous...

Senior Olivia Wilson prepares to hit the softball during training for the upcoming season. (Photo by Harley Carroll)

Softball team hopes to play safe after missed season

March 10, 2021

After missing their last season due to COVID-19, head coach Jessica Sciacca said softball team members are ready to take on the season, which started Feb. 22, with hard work and determination. Sciacca...

Baseball team prepares to return to play after year off

March 9, 2021

Following the COVID-19 shutdown last March, the baseball team is preparing to return to play with a smaller varsity team than in past seasons. Coach Joe Krabill said he is looking forward to coaching...

Junior Owen Tipton swims the 100 yard freestyle at the MSL meet. (Photo by Will Meyer)

Swim team perseveres amidst COVID-19 setbacks

Bexley Staff February 25, 2021

Despite the ongoing challenges associated with COVID-19, the Bexley swim team has managed to place high at meets and advance many swimmers to districts and even states.  Freshman Anja Hoy and sophomore...

Spectators return to gymnasium as winter sports take off

February 10, 2021

After almost a month of empty bleachers and quiet games, Bexley fans have been allowed by the school to return to cheer on student-athletes at athletic events.  Bexley Board of Education member Alissha...

Junior Kara Kilbourne cradles the ball down the field in a lacrosse preseason practice. (Photo by Katie Jude)

New girls lacrosse coach aims to rebuild relationships, improve on last season

February 10, 2021

The girls lacrosse team is set to begin their season with a home opener against Westerville Central on Thursday, March 25 under the leadership of new head coach and Latin teacher Jackie Lund. Lund said...

Sophomore Anna Hollo prepares to throw the ball back in play during a soccer practice. (Photo by Joey Shapiro)

Right mindset, encouragement fuels athletes’ motivation

December 9, 2020

Hearing the sound of running and hearing your team yell “come on” makes your thoughts spiral into panic and worry, but with the help of your team you can overcome those challenges and be successful...

Sophomore Sofie Sheridan dribbles the ball down the field during practice. (Photo by Joey Shapiro)

Girls varsity soccer wins league, falls short in district championship

November 19, 2020

The girls varsity soccer team ended its season with a 2-1 defeat to Bishop Hartley in the district championship after winning the league championship and posting a 6-1-1 season record. “This season...

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