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Standing on the track, seniors Ray Desanto, Marquise Jackson, and Brooks Bak smile for a picture. The three seniors signed to continue their football careers at the collegiate level on Nation Signing Day.

Three students sign on National Signing Day  

Kate Caranante, Editor in Chief February 5, 2021

As friends and family gathered in the bleachers Wednesday, Feb. 3, three senior football players prepared to share where they will be furthering their academic and athletic careers as they move on from...

History of the NFL's top two teams

History of the NFL’s top two teams

Connor Dannewitz, Staffer February 5, 2021

For the upcoming Super Bowl, we have two teams who have both had somewhat similar upbringings. On Sunday, Feb. 7, we will see the Tampa Bay Buccaneers face off against the Kansas City Chiefs at Raymond...

The Saints walked off the field in realization that their season is over, but one Saint took a second to look up at the empty stands and gave, what many fans believe, was his last farewell; his name is Drew Brees. 

The End of Brees?  

Hyatt Criser, Staffer February 3, 2021

On Sunday, Jan. 17, the New Orleans Saints’ season ended in a loss against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Saints walked off the field in realization that their season is over, but one Saint took...

Huddling close and hitting each other's helmets, the Plant team congratulates each other for another win this season. The hockey team beat Palm Harbor in the Clearwater Ice Arena.

Hockey team celebrates senior night

Emma Kuschmeider, Staffer January 30, 2021

The hockey game on Friday, Jan. 22 took the time to celebrate the small but strong group of seniors who have been a part of the Plant hockey team since the beginning.    The announcer called each...

The second game on Friday, Jan. 15 against the Blackhawks was another win for the Lightning, placing them at the top of the standings in the Central Division. Their third game is Thursday, Jan. 21 at 7:00 p.m. against the Columbus Blue jackets.

Lightning start season with two wins

Emma Kuschmeider, Staffer January 21, 2021

The 2020 Stanley Cup winners start up their season once again. New players have joined, and old players have left, which will determine the future for the Tampa Bay Lightning and if they can, once again,...

On Monday night, Jan. 11, 2021 the Alabama Crimson Tide faced off against the Ohio State Buckeyes to establish which team will take home the National Championship Trophy and will be the most superior football team at the collegiate level.

Alabama Wins the NCAA Football Championship 

Hyatt Criser, Staffer January 13, 2021

On Monday, Jan. 11, 2021 the Alabama Crimson Tide faced off against the Ohio State Buckeyes to establish which team will take home the National Championship Trophy and will be the most superior football...

Posing with their state championship trophy, the girls cross country team stands together at Apalachee Regional Park in Tallahassee, FL on Nov. 10. They brought home their 12th state title under the coaching of Roy Harrison.

A Dozen Dubs

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor January 7, 2021

Spiked up, adrenaline rushing and hearts racing, the girls’ cross country team toes the line at the FHSAA 4A State Championship meet. The next 20 minutes determining the final fate of their season, the...

Kicking the ball, Junior Danny Weinberger prepares to pass the ball to his teammates. This year is Weinberger’s third year on the Plant boys' soccer team.

Athlete of the week: Danny Weinberger

Samantha Macuare, Managing Editor January 6, 2021

Q: “How did you get started playing your sport? How long have you been playing?”  A: “I started playing soccer when I was six years old at a club called RSL. I’ve been playing for 10 years...

Looking out at his friends and family, senior Matthew Sherer prepares to sign his letter of intent. Sherer will be attending Lafayette College next fall.

Student signs letter of intent on National Signing Day

Kate Caranante, Editor in Chief December 17, 2020

Surrounded by his close friends and family, senior tackle Matthew Sherer signed his letter of intent Wednesday, Dec. 16 following an introduction by Athletic Director Lauren Otero and Head Coach Cyril...

Looking at the defender, junior point guard Jean Luma prepares to take a shot. The boys' basketball team was defeated by Alonso High School in their second game of the season.

Boys basketball falls to Alonso

Kate Caranante, Editor in Chief December 10, 2020

After keeping it close in the first half, the boys’ basketball team let the lead get further out of reach in the second half, giving Alonso a 58-43 victory in the first district game of the season. “The...

Looking down the court, senior point guard Nyla Jean heads toward the basket. The girls' basketball team has started their season with a record of 6-0.

Girls basketball defeats Alonso  

Kate Caranante, Editor in Chief December 9, 2020

On Tuesday, Dec. 8, the girls’ basketball team defeated Alonso High School 65-22, giving them an overall record of 6-0 and a district record of 2-0.   “I think your team's biggest strength is...

Defending the ball, senior left back Claire Rain carries the ball downfield to the Wharton goal, Nov. 17 at Dad’s Stadium. The team defeated Wharton 3-0.

Athlete of the week: Claire Rain

Salena Kahassai, News Editor December 4, 2020

Q: How and why did you get started playing your sport?   A: “I started when I was four because my parents put me in every sport, and I liked soccer the best. Also, my mom played college soccer too.”  Q:...

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