Grand Haven's student publication of community significance since 1927

The Bucs' Blade

Grand Haven's student publication of community significance since 1927

The Bucs' Blade

Grand Haven's student publication of community significance since 1927

The Bucs' Blade

Fearless Fritz

Fearless Fritz

Kelly Klouw, Reporter November 21, 2017

Senior Mason Fritz was just going into middle school as he sat on one of the long silver rows of Grand Haven bleachers and breathed in hot humid air. An overwhelming smell of chlorine filled the room....

Senior Austin Fox leads the Bucs attack across into the offensive zone. He will be looked to as a key leader this season for Grand Haven.

Hard-hitting Bucs lose home opener in OT

Chris Hudson, Editor in Chief November 18, 2017

What Happened: Grand Haven began their 2017-18 hockey campaign with a clash against Byron Center. The contest ended up not going in the Bucs favor, as they lost 3-2 in overtime. Grand Haven opened the...

Junior diver Natalie Koetsier holds perfect form during an important dive in a conference meet at home earlier in the season.

Lady Bucs swim team hopes to use momentum from conferences toward state meet

PJ Moffett, Reporter November 9, 2017

What Happened: The Buccaneers had a really positive outcome from conferences, dropping almost seven minutes as a team. Although they fell just short of their goal to beat Hudsonville and finish third,...

Sophomore Kathryn Ackerman poses for a picture in front of the Olympic USA swim team flag with some friends after a another day of training at the complex.

Ackerman and the Olympians

Nick Garvale, Reporter November 9, 2017

Starting October 19 for four days, sophomore Kathryn Ackerman was selected to travel to Colorado to train with Olympians and swim with girls more her speed and skill. Ackerman is getting more well known...

Junior Andrew Ireland bursts ahead, fighting the elements during the MHSAA state meet. Ireland closed out a solid campaign and looks to lead the team again next season.

Strong state performance solidifies season for Boys cross country team

Wyatt Eikenberry, Reporter November 7, 2017

What: Following the achievement of second place at regionals and of course the conference championship, the cross country team headed to Brooklyn, Michigan, home of Michigan International Speedway. Through...

Senior Grant Ruster leads the Buccaneer offensive during a duel in a mid-season water polo tournament. He hopes to lead the squad to new heights this year, passing where they ended up last season.

Eyeing redemption; Bucs set big goals for upcoming tournament

Ashton Voorhees, Reporter November 6, 2017

What: The Buccaneer varsity water polo team heads to the state tournament at Ann Arbor Huron High school after a solid regional performance. They will face the likes of Rockford, Okemos, and Ann Arbor...

Sophomore Ashley Slater makes a crucial hit in a conference match earlier in the season. Solid play from Slater is important to a big postseason run for the Bucs.

Bucs use offensive power and experience to shutdown Rockets

Chris Hudson, Editor in Chief October 31, 2017

What happened: The Bucs volleyball team swept the Reeths Puffer in three straight sets, 25-17, 25-16 and 25-17, extending their postseason run to district semifinals. The match proved to be important for...

Senior Joshua Korneef fires a shot during an intense match at home. Korneefs play has helped the Bucs strengthen their play before states.

Solid regional run preps Bucs water polo team for states

Ashton Voorhees, Reporter October 28, 2017

What Happened: The Bucs kicked off regional water polo action on Friday against Grandville . The Bucs prevailed 12-2 against the Bulldogs in a thrilling game, with plenty of goals for the Grand Haven crowd...

Juniors Aidan Martin and Dominic Weatherwax lead the pack during the O-K Red Conference championship meet. With their performances,  the Bucs were able to clinch the title outright and gain momentum for this upcoming race.

Boys Cross Country team holds high hopes for regionals

Wyatt Eikenberry, Reporter October 28, 2017

What: This Saturday the Boys Cross Country team will head to regionals, facing off against west Michigan’s best teams including Rockford, Forest Hills Northern, East Grand Rapids and more. The boys are...

The Bucs take the field before a big game

Bucs come off tough season with optimism for next year

Jack Reus, Sports Editor October 27, 2017

The Buccaneer varsity football team finished off the year with a 1-8 record which means their season is done early. No playoffs. A far worse season than they anticipated. A big factor contributing to...

Junior Joe Walsh making moves on his defender during a home conference contest.

Bucs unable to fight off elements and the Falcons in regional loss

Sam Woiteshek, Co-Editor-In-Chief October 26, 2017

What Happened: The Buccaneers traveled to Portage to face off against East Kentwood in a regional match. Through downpours and chilly fall temperatures, the Falcons and the Bucs were locked in a defensive...

Sophomore Kathryn Ackerman charges through another breast-stroke event in a conference meet at home. She hopes to repeat the same against Hamilton.

Lady Bucs swim and dive close out season at home

Ashton Voorhees, Reporter October 21, 2017

What: The Bucs host the Hamilton Hawkeyes in their final home swim meet of the year. Looking to rebound after a loss in their last meet to West Ottawa, the Bucs will try to build on their 3-4 record in...

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