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
Sarah Mayer

Sarah Mayer, News Editor

Junior Sarah Mayer is excited for her second year on the Bucs’ Blade staff, returning as the News Editor. She enjoys the Blade because of all of the connections she’s made and experiences she’s had. In her free time, Sarah enjoys playing soccer, golf and basketball. Along with playing sports, she likes to spend time with her friends and family.

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Junior Carson Thomas prepares to throw his frisbee at Disc Golf Club.

Disc Golf Club on par to stick around for years to come

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
May 1, 2022
The Find Discount Retail is located at 1705 S Beacon Blvd, Grand Haven, neighbors with Lucky Tea Cafe and West Michigan Nutrition. The companies mission is to provide cheap prices while also giving back to the community. ““My reason for giving back is because we’re all human and we all experience so much negativity, that there’s no reason not to be kind and help others,” Freeman said.

New Discount store opens in town, benefits Grand Haven community members

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
March 30, 2022
The Science Olympiad team after their first place victory at regionals (Courtesy Morse).

State-bound Science Olympiad team clinches Regional Championship

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
March 22, 2022
Perez doesn't give her diagnosis the power to define her. She forms meaningful relationships and lasting memories, such as with social worker Laurel Hotchkiss. “Melody is such an amazing person,” Hotchkiss said. “She cares deeply about others and is always looking for new ways to meet people.”

Junior Melody Perez maintains positive perspective on Moebius Syndrome

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
March 9, 2022
National Honors Society Members created Valentines cards to be distributed to first responders in the community. “I liked it because it was a really cool way to give back to the community,” NHS member Margot Frendt said. “Plus, it was fun.”

NHS spreads love to community for Valentines Day

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
February 15, 2022
Bucs Care Food Pantry members Dolan Smits, Megan Voorhees and Johanna Weigle take inventory on the non-perishable goods in the food pantry.

BALC kick starts food drive competition

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
January 27, 2022
Chloe Brackenbury, assited by partner Audrey Cook, works on her squat in advanced weightlifting class (photo credit Megan Voorhees).

Senior Chloe Brackenbury’s power-lifting hobby takes her to the next level

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
January 19, 2022
Fry Nation, located off of US-31 between Mancino's Pizza and Platenga's cleaners.

Fry Nation boasts flavorful options and excellent customer service

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
January 18, 2022
Lucy Tykal dances at the front of her class during her economics class karaoke (photo Megan Voorhees)

Teacher Lucy Tykal makes a splash in first year teaching

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
January 6, 2022
Houghtailing, Reyes, and Melchers at their signing in the athletic conference room (photo courtesy Hannah Houghtailing).

Seniors to pursue Rugby at the next level

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
November 15, 2021
The girls golf team before their school send off.

Girls golf qualifies for state tournament

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
October 14, 2021
Mt. Joy's self titled album (2018) / The Indies

Playlist Picks: The staff’s weekly tunes for October 11

Ben Pease, Nick Miller, Sarah Mayer, Elena Yu, and Megan Voorhees
October 12, 2021
Bakker's achievement will raise the attention of various colleges. He hopes to pursue a career in mathematics, his top picks for schools being MIT and Michigan University (photo courtesy Bakker).

Senior Ian Bakker awarded national merit semi finalist

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
September 22, 2021
T.E.A.M. G.H. gathers in the media center for their first meeting of the 2021-2022 school year (Photo courtesy Emily Berry).

T.E.A.M. G.H. in search of new members

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
September 16, 2021
Students often have trouble with time management and juggling classes when certain schedules are in place (art by Megan Voorhees).

Return of six-hour schedule causes controversy

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
September 6, 2021
LAKESHORE CLEANUP: The Green Club has had trash collections take place at Lakeshore Middle School, Rosy Mound Nature Park, and the Coast Guard Station

Green Club to host community-wide Coast Guard Station Cleanup June 27

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
June 1, 2021
FLEXING: Senior and three-time belly flop champion Thomas MacDonald basks in his victory.

Seniors make final splash with belly flop competition

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
May 9, 2021
WINDING UP: Lexi Thompson takes the ball back in her stance in her competition at Fairlanes alley.

Senior Bowler Lexi Thompson continues to excel despite Covid-19 limitations

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
May 7, 2021
Image Courtesy Team GH

Team G.H. collaborates with Sweet Temptations to improve school culture

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
April 29, 2021
GIVING AND GLOWING: "The Bucs food pantry believes in the phrase, 'one buc help another buc,'" Prieditis said. "We truly give because we want to see the difference in someone else's life."

Bucs care food pantry to host food drive

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
March 12, 2021
Last years girls water polo team.

Girls water polo preseason to begin

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
February 25, 2021
Photo courtesy Geffen Records

‘drivers license’ becomes hit for more reasons than one

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
February 10, 2021
Photo Retakes to take place

Photo Retakes to take place

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
January 28, 2021
CBC 2020

“Schitt’s Creek” embraces subtle comedy that makes show binge worthy

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
December 22, 2020
FULFILLING ORDERS: Fox can oftentimes be found in the workspace her and her mom created, cranking out orders for international customers. “Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, and Germany" just being a few of them.

Sophomore Lannie Fox runs her own business

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
December 11, 2020
Gabby Juhasz, creator of Yoga Club (Photo Courtesy Juhasz)

Sophmore starts yoga club

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
October 27, 2020
Laurel Hotchkiss (left) and Emily Berry (right) are members of the social worker team.

Students seeking social workers

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
October 12, 2020
POSTER: First Priority will take place in Nelson's room (2111) each Tuesday after school until 3:30.

First Priority plans to continue

Sarah Mayer, News Editor
October 6, 2020
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