The student-run news site of H. B. Plant High School

PHS News
The student-run news site of H. B. Plant High School

PHS News
The student-run news site of H. B. Plant High School

PHS News

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor

Hartley is a senior staff member of the  Pep O' Plant newspaper and the copy editor. She enjoys writing features and sports. Outside of school, Hartley can be found running on Bayshore every day with the cross country team, and she is on the board of FCA, NEHS, and Senior Committee. Hartley enjoys going to the beach, hanging out with her friends, and playing with her crazy dogs. Some of her many talents include being undefeated in Mario Kart Wii and being able to quote any Christmas movie from start to finish. Next year she plans to study business in college out of Florida.

All content by Hartley Hill
Getting ready for the shot, senior Parker Hines fights off the other team. The girls soccer team will face against Durant in their first game of the season tonight at Dad's Stadium. (Photo taken during 20-21)

[Photo] Kickin’ it into the new season

Olivia Zavala, Staffer
November 9, 2021
Standing on the sideline, the varsity flag football team prepares for their game. The team made it to the second round of districts before falling to Bloomingdale High School ending their season.

[Photo] Flag football season comes to an end 

Kate Caranante, Editor in Chief
April 26, 2021
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[Photo] A week at Plant (March 29th- April 1st ) 

Samantha Macuare, Managing Editor
March 29, 2021
The boys lacrosse team defeated Jesuit High School 8-9 in a close battle on Wednesday, March 30. After the sold-out game, the Panthers received the Ihrig-Shaler Cup, which is awarded to the winner.

[Photo] A week at Plant (April 5th- April 9th) 

Samantha Macuare, Managing Editor
April 5, 2021
After winning the district championship Feb. 10, members of the boys soccer team embrace each other as they walk off the field. The boys made it to the state championship this season.

[Photo] Kicking it up a notch: boys soccer

Salena Kahassai, News Editor
March 23, 2021
At the sound of the buzzer, the girls basketball team swarms senior captain Nyla Jean on Feb. 27 at FHSAA 7A Girls Basketball State Championship at the RP Funding Center in Lakeland. After losing in the State Finals to Miami High School last year, the girls came back and defeated the Miami Stingarees 52-40 and claimed Plant’s first girls basketball state title.

[Photo] Girls basketball team makes history

Kate Caranante, Editor in Chief
March 7, 2021
Huddled around the trophy, the girls soccer team smiles for a picture after defeating Palm Harbor University 1-0 on Feb. 9. The girls won the FHSAA Girls Soccer District 7A-7 champions allowing them to advance on to regionals.

[Photo] Kicking it up a notch: girls soccer

Salena Kahassai, News Editor
March 5, 2021
On Friday, Feb. 19, the girls basketball team secured their position in the FHSAA Class 7A State Finals as they took down Oak Ridge High School 63-29, claiming the Region 2 Championship. The girls will advance to the state semifinals game Friday, Feb. 26 in Lakeland, FL, where they will face Oakleaf High School.

[Photo] Girls basketball prepares for state semifinals

Kate Caranante, Editor in Chief
February 25, 2021
Running with the ball, junior Hayden Stoltzfoos moves toward the goal. Stoltzfoos has played lacrosse for six years and plans to play in college. 

[Photo] Athlete of the Week: Hayden Stoltzfoos

Samantha Macuare, Managing Editor
February 22, 2021
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
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.

[Photo] Athlete of the week: Claire Rain

Salena Kahassai, News Editor
December 4, 2020
The warm Florida weather often makes for a lack of autumn spirit. These fall movies are bound to get anyone in the fall mood.

A Dozen Movies to Watch This Fall

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
October 27, 2020
After fighting for five years, the Tampa Bay Lightning brought home the franchise’s second Stanley Cup after winning Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Finals 2-0 against the Dallas Stars on Monday, Sept. 28.  

BOLTS WIN! 

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
October 2, 2020
After decomitting from Ohio State University, senior soccer player Claire Rain reached back out to University of Tennessee, which had their eyes on her since her freshman year. They immediately offered her a spot for the team that was the highest ranked SEC team headed into the 2019 season. “I chose to go to Tennessee because I wanted to be closer to home, and I wanted to play in the SEC,” Rain said. “I am looking forward to play at the college level and to grow as a player and hopefully get on the national team. I am also excited to get all the free gear.”

Quarantine Commits

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
September 24, 2020
Hillsborough County Public Schools are limiting attendance to football games. The new spectator guidelines permit each participant to invite four people to attend.

Farewell Football Game Fun

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
September 9, 2020
The new Bachelor show “Listen to Your Heart” focuses on single men and women that have a passion for music and are seeking love. The show premiered Monday, Apr. 13.

Listen to your heart

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
May 4, 2020
Staffer comments on newly released show on Netflix titled 'Outer Banks'

Your new favorite Netflix binge

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
May 4, 2020
Simple yet effective ways to stay healthy during COVID-19 situation.

How to Stay Active During Quarantine 

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
April 16, 2020
Dribbling the ball down the field, junior Victoria Cura tries to escape her opponent. This is Cura’s third year playing forward on the soccer team.

[Photo] Doing it for kicks: girls soccer

Salena Kahassai, News Editor
February 28, 2020
The four remaining girls on "The Bachelor" are headed into the week where Peter Weber meets their families. Weber was chosen to be this season's bachelor, and previously appeared on "The Bachelorette". Photo courtesy of flickr.

“The Bachelor” winds down to four girls

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
February 17, 2020
Looking down, senior Olivia Manno runs through a winding course. Manno said she bonded with her teammates during overnight meets and team dinners.

Racing to the finish

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
November 19, 2019
Aside his opponents, freshman Joey Coyle runs against Robinson High. Coyle improved his personal best for in three different mile categories this season.

Boys cross country makes history

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
November 19, 2019
Shaking his teammate’s hand, senior Lee Gibson accepts his second place ribbon at the North Port Invitational Sept. 21. The team placed first at this meet with a team average time of 16:17.

Boys cross country heads into postseason

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
October 21, 2019
Huddled with the volleyball team, sophomore Lily Frierson and senior Birdie Frierson listen to their coach at a time-out at the Alonso game Sept. 12 in the gym. The sisters began playing volleyball after watching their two older sisters enjoy the sport, too.

Sisters unite volleyball team

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
September 26, 2019
Florida Georgia Line perform at the Midflorida Credit Union Amphitheater Friday, Aug. 30 for their “Can’t Say I Ain’t Country” tour. Country artists Canaan Smith, Morgan Wallen and "Dan + Shay" performed.

Florida Georgia Line creates country craze at amphitheater

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
September 19, 2019
With her eyes locked on the ball, senior Birdie Frierson leaps in the air to spike a ball Thursday, Aug. 29. The volleyball team hosted Newsome High School for their first home game of the season.

Volleyball defeats Newsome

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
September 5, 2019
Running at a practice field, senior Trey Carlson prepares for the season. Both the girls and boys cross country teams traveled to North Carolina during the summer.

Teams spend summer travelling

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
August 26, 2019
"Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile" tells the story of serial killer Ted Bundy interestingly. The thriller was released on Netflix May 3.

Series tells story of serial killer in new and interesting way

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
May 29, 2019
Coming on her last 300 meters, junior Elizabeth Eudaly prepares to pass her opponent April 27 at George Jenkins High School. Eudaly passed the baton to the second leg in first place.

Girls place at track regionals

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor
May 6, 2019
Going onto her second lap, freshman Mary Ellen Eudaly runs the 4x800 at the Jesuit Tri-Meet Feb. 12. She also ran the mile later that night, winning the event in a personal-record of 5:05.

[Photo] Freshman wins county championship

Ava Nelson, Staff Writer
March 12, 2019
While cheering on runners, junior Olivia Roberts fills up a water bottle in the 8K race Feb. 24 on Bayshore Boulevard. Multiple teams volunteered to raise money Feb. 23-24.

Teams work together for others

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
March 1, 2019
Crowded under the basket, juniors Elijah Gonzalez and Regan Weiss and seniors Bobby Gough and Logan Morrissey all look for the rebound Jan. 22 in the gymnasium. The boys basketball team beat Sickles High School 64-51.

Sports Update

Hartley Hill and Kate Caranante
February 26, 2019
Netflix's new "Bird Box" is a predictable post-apocalyptic thriller where if someone takes their blindfold off, they die. Sandra Bullock was spectacular as main character Malorie Hayes.

‘Bird Box’ rises as Netflix’s new thriller

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
February 5, 2019
Passing the ball, senior captain Ansley Melendi looks for an open teammate Jan. 15 at Dad’s Stadium. It was the annual senior night game where the teammates said goodbye to their senior teammates.

Girls soccer beats Strawberry Crest

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
January 17, 2019
Junior Tucker Gleason prepares to pass the ball to an open receiver in the first half of the Plant vs. Robinson game Friday, Aug. 31. Moments after the play, the ball was caught for a first down at Robinson High School.

Fall Sports Recap

Kate Caranante and Hartley Hill
December 7, 2018
Holding a copy of 'To Kill a Mockingbird,' English teacher Cristalyn Stokes shares her passion for mixing her profession with theater. “I think that everyone should have some sort of exposure to anything musically related,” Stokes said.

Teacher mixes passion and profession with theater

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
November 29, 2018

Football co-captain reveals plans for future

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
November 28, 2018
While senior Katy Kasper does the worm across the field, the Zeta girls throw up their hands during Panther Prowl at Dad’s Stadium Oct. 24. Kasper has been a member of Zeta for two years.

Students participate in Panther Prowl

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
November 1, 2018
Chemistry teacher Jeffrey Keene’s leg was crushed by a firetruck when he tripped and fell at his old job as a firefighter. Keene lost his leg below the knee at age 19 and has since learned to live with a missing limb.

Accident alters teacher’s perspective

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
November 1, 2018
Junior David Hutchinson has competed in many obstacle course races, preparing for his debut on American Ninja Warrior in 2021. He competed in his first Savage Race last March which was 7 ½ miles with about 30 obstacles.

Student leads a Savage life

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
October 26, 2018
Approaching to hit the ball, freshman Lily Frierson spikes down, securing a point for the varsity team at Freedom High School Oct. 15. The team won against Leto High School 3-0.

Varisty volleyball becomes district champions

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
October 25, 2018
Gaining popularity in various South Tampa schools, rapper sophomore Mitchell Holmes is referred as Money Mitch by his peers and teachers. Holmes has been making music since he was 12 years old and is known for his very first song “813 Anthem” which got 2,300 views on YouTube and Spotify.

Money Mitch opens up about music, dreams

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
October 22, 2018
At the Miss Tampa Teen USA pageant, senior Emerson Ward answers an onstage question which topics range from bullying and drug problems to immigration and leadership qualities. Pageant coaches helped her prepare for discussion questions after winning her first pageant last March.

Student finds her crowning glory

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
October 18, 2018
At the sound of the gun, the members of the boys cross country team dash through puddles at the start of the varsity race Sept. 25. The boys placed first at the meet with a score of 24.

Cross country teams win Western Hillsborough Invitational

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
October 17, 2018
Playing at Buckhorn Springs, sophomore Annika Johnson takes a swing Aug 20. Johnson shot a 55, assisting in the team’s win against Freedom and Robinson high schools.

Student athletes set the par for the season

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
September 15, 2018
Students walk into school with a new schedule and times to follow. The school district implemented this schedule due to the results of the survey given last year.

Hillsborough county schools begin with a different schedule

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
August 19, 2018
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