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

Daniel Guillen tossles with his opponent. Guillen has graduated, leaving senior Cody Miller and junior Riley Rhone to lead the team.

Season preview: Wrestling

Nick Twa, Business Manager December 2, 2018

The boys wrestling season kicks off this week and there’s a lot to look forward to in the season. Even though senior leaders from last season such as Daniel Guillen have graduated, there’s still great...

Bowling sets high goals for season with two new coaches

Mijan Ahmad Nizam, Reporter November 29, 2018

The Grand Haven Buccaneers’ varsity bowling team is going for the kill this season. They have their eyes on the prize as they aspire to win the state competition but will have to face some hardships...

Cole Rowden competing on the course, looking to pass runners.

Boys cross country starts strong, unable to finish in O-K Red Conference championship

Kyle Bush, Reporter October 25, 2018

What Happened: The boys varsity cross country took second in the O-K Red conference championship. What It Means: The Buccaneers finished second for the season and will move on to the regional meet Saturday...

Senior Gina Maracek

Girls cross country ends season with a bang at O-K Red Conference championship

Macayla Cramer, Reporter October 25, 2018

WHAT HAPPENED: The Grand Haven cross country girls team took the O-K Red Conference Championship, one of the state’s most competitive conferences, by storm this past Thursday. The varsity runners ended...

Cole Rowden competing on the course, looking to pass runners.

Boys cross country comes out hot, unable to finish in O-K Red Conference championship

October 25, 2018

What Happened: The boys varsity cross country took second in the O-K Red conference championship. What It Means: The Buccaneers finished second for the season and will move on to the regional meet Saturday...

Freshman Caydee Constant stares down her shot at the mid-season tournament. Constant has been the key contributor for the golf team this year.

Season recap: Girls golf

Nick Twa, Business Manager October 25, 2018

The Grand Haven girls golf team ended their regular season in 5th place overall for the O-K Red conference. Even though they had a rough go of it this season, there is still a lot of hope for next season....

Senior Avolyn Lepo rises up to spike a ball in home game against Grandville. Lepo dominated around the net Wednesday night, playing a big role in the Bucs wins.

Bucs volleyball gets pair of wins to build momentum for postseason

Ashton Voorhees, Reporter October 25, 2018

What Happened: On Wednesday, the Bucs hosted the East Kentwood Falcons and the Grandville Bulldogs for their last two games before a chance at a postseason run. The night started with a high-intensity...

Junior Weston Taylor prepares to deliver a serve to his opponent. Taylor has been one of biggest benefactors on the team at No. 3 singles this year.

Bucs tennis takes care of GRCC and Whitehall in home meet

Nick Twa, Business Manager October 3, 2018

WHAT HAPPENED: The Grand Haven boys varsity tennis team hosted a home Tri-match on Wednesday, Oct. 3, playing against Grand Rapids Catholic Central and Whitehall. The Bucs defeated both teams in a lopsided...

Junior Sarah Knoll attempts a spike against Hudsonville. The Bucs will look to improve on offense as they enter the final stretch of the season.

Bucs volleyball starts strong but can’t finish against talented Rockford squad

Ashton Voorhees, Reporter October 3, 2018

What Happened: On Tuesday, the Buccaneers varsity volleyball team faced yet another tough road test in the O-K Red conference: the Rockford Rams. Coming out hot in the first set winning 25-22, the Bucs...

Q&A with Assistant Golf Coach Taylor Schriber

Chris Hudson, Editor in Chief June 5, 2018

Q: How long have you been around the sport of golf? What got you to start playing and more importantly to start wanting to coach it? A: I have been around the sport of golf since I can remember. I remember...

Senior attack Jerica Tallman challenges an opposing West Ottawa defender in the midst of a close game

Lady Bucs lacrosse takes second match over Lowell in dominant fashion

Chris Hudson, Editor in Chief May 3, 2018

What Happened: In a key mid-season clash against the Lowell Red Arrows, the Lady Bucs took complete charge of the game, handily winning 14-6. With a fast start, the Bucs powered through to halftime and...

A Bucs player fights for an airborne ball in a home match vs. Mattawan. Solid defense against Spring Lake tonight will be crucial if Grand Haven wants a victory.

Girls Lacrosse Preview: Spring Lake

Sam Woiteshek, Co-Editor-In-Chief April 25, 2018

What's Happening: Grand Haven's girls varsity lacrosse team will take on Spring Lake at home tonight in a highly anticipated game between two rivals. For three years straight, the Lakers have defeated...

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