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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

Sophomore Owen Ross takes the tip off against Spring Lake opponent

Bucs fall to Lakers in heartbreaking double overtime dagger

Paul Moffett, Reporter December 20, 2017

What Happened: The Buccaneer squad battled against the Spring Lake Lakers until the very end but were unable to come out on top in a 69-66 double-overtime game. They were hit with a rough scoring episode...

Buccaneer guards Casey Constant and Bryce Taylor congratulate each other after a big play.

Bucs start season off right with statement win over Mona Shores

Jack Reus, Sports Editor December 9, 2017

What: The Buccaneer boys varsity basketball team proved they are a force to be reckoned with on Friday night as they dominated the Mona Shores Sailors, 67-31. Due to the Bucs’ outstanding  perimeter...

Grand Haven Buccaneer defender steals ball away from opponent

Grand Haven aims to sink the Sailors in season opener

PJ Mofett, Reporter December 8, 2017

On Friday night shoes will whine on the polished wood of the court in Mona Shores high school while screaming fanatics fill the student section. The gymnasium air thickens with anticipation. As we enter...

Music department prepares for 5th annual “Holiday Spectacular”

Morgan Womack and Gabe Rutherford December 8, 2017

Band- Grand Haven’s band program will be giving its fresh take on some beloved pieces. The band will be featuring the Percussion Ensemble, the Wind Ensemble, the Brass Quintet, and the Buccaneer Big...

Junior Bryce Taylor dribbles behind the back to cross up defender.

Bucs look to rejuvenate offense in search of a conference title

Jack Reus, Sports Editor December 5, 2017

Last season for the Grand Haven varsity boys basketball team was an exceptional one. The squad finished off the year with an 18-5 record. It was a season full of enthusiasm and passion. The Bucs made a...

Sophomore Gavin Baldwin brings the puck back around during a rush toward the opposing teams net. Stellar defensive play paired with an unrelenting offense led the Bucs to easy win.

Bucs hockey lights up scoreboard en route to victory over Jenison

Chris Hudson, Editor in Chief December 2, 2017

What Happened: This past game could be thought of as the best the Bucs have played all season, as they went on the road to face Tier 3 O.K. Red rival, Jenison, which ended up as a 6-2 dismantling of the...

Buccaneer defender takes puck in the defensive zone.

Bucs open conference play with Friday night road clash

Jack Reus, Sports Editor December 1, 2017

What: The Grand Haven varsity hockey team travels to Georgetown ice arena to play against Jenison for their hardest test so far this season and quite possibly the toughest conference game of the year....

The Bucs take the field before a big game

Bucs come off tough season with optimism for next year

Jack Reus, Sports Editor October 27, 2017

The Buccaneer varsity football team finished off the year with a 1-8 record which means their season is done early. No playoffs. A far worse season than they anticipated. A big factor contributing to...

Bucs ball players discussing the game plan in between innings.

Seniors Sean Casey and Max Schweikert propel Bucs to split with Rockford

Jack Reus, Sports Editor May 23, 2017

What: The Bucs split a doubleheader against their rival, the Rockford Rams on Monday night. Pitching was excellent in both games by Sean Casey and Max Schweikert resulting in two low scoring battles, the...

Senior Joey Zelenka delivers a pitch in a conference contest.

Bucs face tough Grand Rapids Catholic Central team

Jack Reus, Sports Editor May 19, 2017

What: The Bucs host the Cougars of Grand Rapids Catholic Central and hope to continue their winning ways. Grand Haven has got off to a solid start, already tying their amount of wins from last season and...

Jack Reus at a basketball game expressing his enthusiasm

Improve your life with enthusiasm

Jack Reus, Sports Editor May 12, 2017

Being enthusiastic and happy is a part of my daily routine. People ask me how I maintain such a positive attitude all the time, and I tell them it is just part of who I am. I love being happy.  I try...

Mastering mindfulness

Mastering mindfulness

Sarah Jane Chrysler and Ben Ingall February 23, 2017

In the last five years GHHS has lost at least one student per year to suicide; each one striking the community and helping to uncover the fact that a mental illness epidemic has struck the area. In an...

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