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The Buccaneer Rugby Club had their first scrimmage at West Ottawa on March 24. Their next is Friday, March 27 at White Pines Intermediate.

Buccaneer Rugby sees first action of the season

Elizabeth Tibbe, Co-editor in chief March 25, 2015

What Happened: In their first action of the season, the Buccaneer Rugby Club scrimmaged division one and two teams at West Ottawa on March 24. Star of the game: Senior scrum half Luke Larkin was the...

Senior swimmer Spencer Poort traveled to Eastern Michigan University on March 14, for his final state meet. Poort’s 200-yard free relay team earned 10th place with a time of 1:28.28.

Poort’s last lap

Brianna Moynihan, Sports editor March 24, 2015

Senior swimmer Spencer Poort is no stranger to the state stage - and as he embarked on his fourth and final journey to the state swim meet, only one thing was one his mind, nothing. It was the calm...

On Feb. 23, senior Hannah Landman placed second at her fourth state competition with a time of 1:11.02.

Slalom slayer

Brianna Moynihan, Sports editor March 23, 2015

Frigid February wind whipped across senior Hannah Landman’s goggle-cladded face. Her signature blue and yellow spyder speed suit stood out against the white expanse of the hilltop, offering little warmth...

Freshman Brandon Diaz checks junior Trevor Springer in a defensive practice drill. Fortunately for the players, there will still be much continuity in the program despite coaching changes. “Lee has been coaching and helping with Grand Haven lacrosse for more than 10 years now, so the players and parents are not going to be caught off guard by any new changes in the way we operate,” Madsen said.

Boys lacrosse coaching staff changes look to shift culture

Adam Abraham, Senior staff writer March 23, 2015

As the weather warms up and the snow begins to melt, the boys lacrosse program returns to the field for another season. However, multiple changes in the coaching staff this off season will give the program...

46 years a Buccaneer

46 years a Buccaneer

Luke Blauvelt, Senior staff writer March 4, 2015

Bob Eidson still remembers his first and only season wearing a Buccaneer basketball jersey. Despite being the new kid from Ohio, Eidson was voted as a captain. Later that season, he led the winless team...

Foreign court

Foreign court

Brianna Moynihan, Sports editor March 4, 2015

A blanket of blue and gold covers the packed home bleachers. The Friday night lights gleam off the helmets as the players take the field. The crude chants of the student section overpower the more innocent...

The Buccaneer wrestling squad marches around Kellogg Arena before the start of state quarterfinals. The last time the team made it to state was 2012.

Grand Haven wrestling squad falls in state quarterfinals

Brianna Moynihan, Sports editor March 2, 2015

What happened: The Buccaneer wrestling squad traveled to the Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek on Friday, Feb. 27 to compete in the team state finals. The Bucs faced No. 2 seed Anchor Bay in the quarterfinals...

Senior point guard Amanda Merz drives to the basket during senior night in the field house on Tuesday evening. Merz finished the night with 29 points, nine rebounds, six assists and seven steals.

Grand Haven girls basketball defeats West Ottawa 59-52

Adam Abraham, Senior Staff Writer February 25, 2015

What Happened: Coming off of a tough one point loss to Grandville on Friday, Feb. 20, the girls basketball team bounced back with a 59-52 win over West Ottawa on Tuesday. The Bucs previously suffered...

Mast will enter his third season as a varsity competitor this Fall. Starting out on the field as a sophomore in the 2013, Mast did not immediately assume the leader position. “As a sophomore, I stayed back and just did my job, which was keeping the ball out of the net,” Mast said. Going into his senior year, Mast feels prepared to lead his team with plenty of experience and wisdom under his belt.

A Goalie With Goals

James Harding, Photographer February 23, 2015

     

Senior 189-pound wrestler Nick Mulcahy breaks down Keenan Montoya of West Ottawa during the semifinal match at individual districts finals on Saturday, Feb. 14. Mulcahy went on to defeat Montoya in a 4-2 decision and advance to the finals.

Nine Grand Haven wrestlers advance to individual regional tournament

Brianna Moynihan, Sports editor February 17, 2015

 What happened: On Saturday, Feb. 14 Grand Haven hosted the individual wrestling district tournament. The Buccaneer wrestling squad will be advancing nine wrestlers to individual regionals on Saturday,...

Senior Adam Abraham takes the ball to the hole early in the first half during a game against West Ottawa on Jan. 27. The Bucs defeated the Panthers 65-56.

Winter sports updates

Sports section February 16, 2015

Boys Basketball Record: 5-8 (overall) 2-4 (O-K Red) Key Player: Senior Adam Abraham has been a hard worker and force in the lane all season. Abraham averages 8.7 points and 6.4 rebounds per game. Quote:...

Senior Drake Morley in a match on Feb. 2, 2015 against East Kentwood. The Bucs defeated the Falcons 38-26.

Grand Haven wrestling squad claims Division 1 district title

Adam Abraham, Senior staff writer February 12, 2015

What Happened: The Buccaneer wrestling squad added yet another piece of hardware to their showcase after winning the Division 1 district championship at Mona Shores on Wednesday night. They defeated Mona...

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