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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.

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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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