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

The Bucs break down after their home game against Reeths Puffer. Grand Haven finished the year with a 6-5 record overall and made it to the district finals.

Calling It Like I See It: The ultimate “Haven Rumble”

Sam Woiteshek, Co-Editor-In-Chief November 29, 2019

Sometimes you’ve had enough. It comes at different points for everyone. There’s a point where you’ve been pushed around so much that things look hopeless. Lifeless. Void of any meaning or worth. At...

Sarah Knoll poses with her parents after signing her letter of intent to Michigan Tech. (Photo courtesy of Sarah Knoll)

Sarah Knoll committed to Michigan Tech

Brendan Vander Meer, Reporter November 25, 2019

Senior volleyball player Sarah Knoll has committed to play for the Michigan Tech Huskies. “It’s really just a beautiful place that has great people and offers me pretty much everything I’m looking...

Greg Immink instructs players during a drill at a pre-season practice before tryouts.

Coaching: International Style

Brendan Vander Meer, Reporter November 25, 2019

For Greg Immink, it was unusual to see him outside of a sports event. In fact the 3 sport athlete was described as a “shining star” by Michigan State’s head basketball coach Tom Izzo. Immink’s...

Juniors Tyler Degram and A.J. Koster return the ball in a match against East Kentwood. Being seniors next season, Degram and Koster will have to fill the shoes of the senior leaders from this season.

Boys tennis team led by senior leadership during 2019 season

Nick Twa, Business Manager November 20, 2019

The boys varsity tennis team finished off this season with a 7-6 record. Led by seniors Noah Bachmann and Weston Taylor, the squad looked to capitalize off of that veteran core. “I think we had a...

The Den Podcast, Episode 6: Rivalry Week

“The Den” Podcast, Episode 6: “Rivalry Week”

Sam Woiteshek and Nick Twa November 16, 2019

https://www.buzzsprout.com/722160/2096733-the-den-podcast-episode-6-rivalry-week Sports fanatics Sam Woiteshek, Nick Twa and Brendan Vander Meer offer their hottest takes on what is happening in the...

Noah Bachmann winds up during a serve at a home tennis match.

Noah Bachmann receives third consecutive all state title

Brendan Vander Meer, Reporter November 13, 2019

Senior tennis player and team captain Noah Bachmann, recently received his third consecutive all state title. “I’ve been working so hard for so long for basically this moment,” Bachmann said....

Senior competes at state cross country meet

Senior competes at state cross country meet

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor November 12, 2019

Senior Carter Larned made it to the state cross country meet. Even though it was his first year running cross country in high school, he was the only one in the program to make it to the state meet this...

Leaders try to engage all members of the section. Senior Carter Prieditis holds a sign letting students know what they’re all about. “The section’s purpose is to encourage the players,
especially when they need it the most,” Bremmer said. “But also to show some spirit, show some student pride, and kind of just let the opposing team know what we’re all about.”

What’s up with the 12th Buc?

Caleb Berko, Managing Editor November 9, 2019

Year after year, the student section is the source of energy and excitement for our football, soccer, basketball, and numerous other sports teams.  They show up and bring the heat. They’re the ones...

Senior Connor Worthington stays and waits until every member of the team walks off the field. Worthington is pictured embracing senior Owen Krizan as they head for the locker room.

Varsity football falls to Hudsonville in season finale

Macayla Cramer, Reporter November 9, 2019

What Happened:  The Buccaneers fought a war last night at Hudsonville’s Eagle Stadium. They battled through bitterly cold weather conditions, poor management and sportsmanship, which sparked several...

The Den Podcast, Episode 5: Dont @ Us

“The Den” Podcast, Episode 5: “Don’t @ Us”

Sam Woiteshek, Nick Twa, and Brendan VanderMeer November 8, 2019

Sports fanatics Sam Woiteshek, Nick Twa, and Brendan VanderMeer share their hottest takes on what's happening in the sports world today. https://soundcloud.com/user-333532779/the-den-podcast-episode-5-dont-us

Senior Ashley Slater gets the game point kill to secure the win for the Bucs and break a school record. “It’s really exciting,” Slater said. “We’ve had some great players come through Grand Haven. So, to be a part of that and break some records is really exciting.” Her teammates are very proud of her accomplishments. “She has come such a long way,” Senior Reilly Swierbut said. “I wouldn’t want to go through this whole experience without having her on my side.”

Girls volleyball wins 13th consecutive district title

Grace Montgomery, Editor In Chief November 8, 2019

WHAT HAPPENED: The girl’s varsity volleyball team beat Reeths-Puffer in three sets to receive its 13th consecutive district title. They started strong winning the first set 25-12 and took the next...

LB/TE Aidan Cooper takes down a Reeths Puffer Rocket at a home game on Sept. 13. Cooper, as well as others, have worked hard the last two years on varsity to make Grand Haven football better.

Just another night

Caleb Berko, Managing Editor November 7, 2019

It’s Sunday. It’s 5:30 a.m. You’re probably still asleep and that’s okay because you had a big week with a few tests. But off in the quiet halls of GHHS, with the aromatic smell of fresh-brewed...

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