Due to a lack of student interest, The Bucs’ Blade does not have sufficient staffing to perpetuate the program at this time.
No new articles are being written or will be published for the foreseeable future.
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
Due to a lack of student interest, The Bucs’ Blade does not have sufficient staffing to perpetuate the program at this time.
No new articles are being written or will be published for the foreseeable future.
Grand Haven's student publication of community significance since 1927

The Bucs' Blade
Due to a lack of student interest, The Bucs’ Blade does not have sufficient staffing to perpetuate the program at this time.
No new articles are being written or will be published for the foreseeable future.
Addy Wachter

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor

Senior Addy Wachter joined the Blade staff last year and loves being the photo editor. She is looking forward to better understanding her camera and developing her passion for photography in the world of photojournalism. In the coming years, she hopes to dive deeper into the realm of photojournalism and continue learning at Central Michigan University in the fall. During Addy’s free time, she enjoys playing soccer, running track, hanging out with friends, traveling with her family, and taking photos. Ideally, at the end of her life, she would have traveled to every continent and would have worked for a major newspaper. She is super excited about what is next to come.

All content by Addy Wachter
Senior Samantha Korecki serves the ball while preparing for her match.

Girls tennis canceled due to COVID-19

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
May 5, 2020
NHS is responsible for volunteering at many events, such as fire prevention night

[Photo] National Honor Society cancelled due to COVID-19

Grace Ostric, Editor in Chief
April 30, 2020
Senior Carter Larned leads a pack of buccaneer runners in a cross country meet. This year, he would've been a team captain on the boys track team.

[Photo] Track & field seniors plan for what’s next, reflect on missed season

Grant Engelsman, Reporter
April 29, 2020
Senior Jack Timmer canot help but beam as the boys swim senior night ends; he is thankful for this season.

[Photo] Boys swim seniors grateful for support, time spent in sport

Sam Woiteshek, Co-Editor-In-Chief
April 25, 2020
The girls basketball team huddles up on a timeout.

[Photo] Basketball seniors Will McWatters and Jalen Greene reflect on their seasons during COVID-19 outbreak

Nick Twa, Business Manager
April 20, 2020
Senior Savannah Hankinson walks with her dogs Charlie and Henry during "Coronacation".

Senior Savannah Hankinson learns to spend time at home

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
March 21, 2020
Seniors Adam Wassell and Alec Slaggert turn to each other smiling and laughing as their diving coach, Scott Klempel, talks about them, all the impacts they have made and all the memories they have created throughout the last four years. "I have to talk about these guys together because they are the best divers to pass through Grand Haven," Klempel said. "They made me say that."

Sincerely, seniors

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
March 3, 2020
Sophomore Grace Compagner poses for her photo. "I would hope this would have people realize that we have way more impact on others than you would think," senior Kammi Jarvis said.

Chalkboard changes perspectives

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
March 3, 2020
Sophomore Alyssa Hatzel goes in for a lay up to get another bucket for the Bucs. The girls varisty basketball team lost against East Kentwood on Tuesday, Jan. 28.

Girls varsity basketball suffers a tough loss to East Kentwood

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
January 30, 2020
The Boys and Girls ski team hold their practices after school at Mulligan's Hollow.

Kickoff to ski season

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
January 24, 2020
Houle passes the ball in the Bucs Pride game against Spring Lake on Friday Dec. 20. "Obviously, I'm the coach, but she has played a lot of high level basketball and knows the game so well. I think she is a natural leader," Kowalczyk-Fulmer said.

The Journey of Jolee

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
January 16, 2020
Caydee Constant goes up for a layup while player from Central High School tries to block it.

Girls varsity basketball defeats Traverse City Central High School

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
December 11, 2019
Ackerman's army

Ackerman’s army

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
November 26, 2019
Donna and the Dynamos get back together and perform during the party before the wedding. "I just want to make a lot of people smile," Bates said. "I want other people to feel inspired. It is okay to put yourself out there. Her song is 'I Have a Dream' and I want other people to have a dream."

Here we go again

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
November 26, 2019
Spanish teachers take students to Spain

Spanish teachers take students to Spain

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
November 18, 2019
Senior competes at state cross country meet

Senior competes at state cross country meet

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
November 12, 2019
JV Coach Derek Ottenbaker smiles and hugs sophomore Brady McDonald and junior Ethan Prins in celebration of how well both of them played in the district finals. The boys varsity soccer team moved on to regional semifinals after claiming district finals.

Bucs soccer surpasses last years team competing at regionals

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
November 5, 2019
SENATE SETUP: Senior senate member Hannah Brackenbury along with senior Paige Beland make a homecoming poster to go along with the other decorations spread out between the pods. This is a yearly tradition where the different graduating classes decorate a designated pair of pods with hopes to gain bragging rights over the other classes and Student Senate as a whole.

[Photo] What’s in it for Student Senate?

Nick Twa, Business Manager
October 28, 2019
The boys varsity soccer starters huddle up before the final game of the season.

Boys soccer loses to Okemos in regional semifinals

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
October 23, 2019
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[Photo] “The Den” Podcast, Episode 3: “We’re Just Having Fun With It”

Sam Woiteshek, Brendan VanderMeer, and Nick Twa
October 18, 2019
Boys soccer beats Grand Rapids Union to claim district finals

Boys soccer beats Grand Rapids Union to claim district finals

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
October 17, 2019
The GHHS Dance Team begins their performance on Friday, August 29th at halftime of the football game.

[Photo] Future Buccaneers to be featured alongside dance team Friday night

Camille Berko and Mike Baldus
October 17, 2019
Boys varsity team defeats Rockford in semifinals of districts

Boys varsity team defeats Rockford in semifinals of districts

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
October 16, 2019
Senior Megan DeKuiper and Senior Kammi Jarvis work on a lab for their AP chemistry class. Chelsea Bender held a night lab at school for her AP Chemistry students on Wednesday October 2.

Top 10 Photo Gallery Week of 10/4

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
October 6, 2019
Seniors Paige Beland and Savannah Hankinson cheer for the boys soccer team. A large student section showed up for the game on Tuesday September 10.

Top 10 Photo Gallery for the Week

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
September 20, 2019
Boys varsity soccer team beats Spring Lake

Boys varsity soccer team beats Spring Lake

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
September 11, 2019
Senior Kyle Bush works to find a clear shot on goal

[Photo] GH Boys Lax weekly update

Jack Reus, Sports Editor
May 12, 2019
Junior Jake Law receives a pass, looking to make a shot on goal.

[Photo] Boys lacrosse weekly update

Jack Reus, Sports Editor
May 7, 2019
Junior Mitch Bosgraaf looks to set up for a shot on goal.

[Photo] GH Boys Lax weekly update

Jack Reus, Sports Editor
April 29, 2019
Hodge settles to the ground. She has been dancing since the age of four and hopes to become a professional Ballerina in the future. Her family supports her driving her to her many rehearsals and classes but for them its all worth it when they see her dance. "I will say that is one thing that almost brings tears to my eyes," Dawn Hodge said. "Every time I watch her dance."

[Photo] Sophomore Alexandra Hodge dedicates life to future in ballet

Sophia Jaeger, Feature Editor
March 28, 2019

Photo of the Day

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
December 11, 2018
Senior Owen Ross drives to the hoop past a defender. As an intense player, Ross will be a catalyst for the Bucs this season.

[Photo] Bucs knock off Mona Shores in epic game

Jack Reus, Sports Editor
December 10, 2018
Senior point guard Casey Constant works to create space in order to find an open look for a shot against Rocket defender.

[Photo] Bucs’ offense struggles in season opener loss to Reeths Puffer

Jack Reus, Sports Editor
December 5, 2018

Puleo’s Stickers

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
November 29, 2018
During build week, kids, parents, grandparents, and community members helped build the Station. People of all capability levels were accepted and given a job.

[Photo] Reimagining the Station

Caleb Berko, Managing Editor
November 28, 2018
Seniors Avery Strohmeyer and Avolyn Lepo pose with their coach Aaron Smaka on signing day. Strohmeyer is headed to Lake Superior State University, while Lepo signed for Oakland University.

[Photo] Q and A with volleyball seniors Avery Strohmeyer and Avolyn Lepo

Ashton Voorhees, Reporter
November 28, 2018
The four athletes pose together. From left to right: Avery Strohmeyer (Lake Superior State), Gabby Hentemann (Oklahoma State University), Baby Hang (Ferris State University), Avolyn Lepo (Oakland University).

[Photo] Senior athletes sign letters of intent

Nick Twa, Business Manager
November 16, 2018
Grand Haven huddles before their game. It was up down and year for the Bucs as they won conferences but lost in the district finals.

[Photo] Season recap: Boys soccer

Nick Twa, Business Manager
November 9, 2018
Jack DeKlyen heads the ball against East Kentwood. The team will look to provide more offense against Jenison in their district semifinal game.

[Photo] Bucs to face Jenison tonight in home match up

Nick Twa, Business Manager
October 17, 2018
Sophomore Cal Coyne Lands Touchdown at Last Home Game

[Video] Cal Coyne Lands Touchdown at Last Home Game

Addelyn Wachter, Reporter
October 15, 2018
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