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

Senior Austin Fox warms up with the first line before playing against a conference rival at home a few weeks earlier.

Second-to-last home contest has Bucs taking the victory by offensive firepower

Chris Hudson, Editor in Chief February 22, 2018

What Happened: In one of their final regular-season clashes, the Bucs hockey team took on conference rival Grand Rapids West Catholic on home ice and shut them down, earning Grand Haven a 5-2 victory....

Kellum Bridgeforth with an aggressive take to the hoop.

Buccaneers defeat Grandville Bulldogs on senior night

Jack Reus, Sports Editor February 21, 2018

What: On senior night in Grand Haven, the Bucs were able to pull out a 51-36 victory over the visiting Grandville Bulldogs. Aggressive defense and a fast pace offense contributed mightely to the Buccaneer...

Senior Sophie Mariani challenges the brutal West Ottawa defense during a road game a few weeks back. The Lady Bucs turned it around last week, playing better, especially on senior night.

The week in review: Girls basketball

Sam Woiteshek, Co-Editor-In-Chief February 19, 2018

Last week: On Tuesday, Grand Haven took on Hudsonville at home and won 44-25. Another strong defensive showing from the Lady Bucs proved to be crucial in the win. Junior Alli Keyser led the Bucs with 13...

Junior Esther Byington attacks the hoop and puts it off the glass. Not many students were there to witness this great play by the junior.

No excuse not to support girl’s sports

Ashton Voorhees, Reporter February 14, 2018

It’s the chilly January Friday of first semester’s dreaded exam week. Grand Haven students rejoice over a weekend with no homework--a rarity for high schoolers. The excitement turns to the doubleheader...

Junior Alli Keyser hits the hole during a mid-season contest. Keyser led the team in a big way this past week.

The week in review: Girls Basketball

Ashton Voorhees, Reporter February 5, 2018

What Happened This Past Week: The Lady Bucs kicked off the week Tuesday by hosting Muskegon in a closely contested battle with the Bucs falling 39-37. Muskegon played strong transition offense and while...

Senior wrestler Daniel Guillen attacks his opponent from Fruitport. Guillen is a vital member of this years team.

Team effort leads Bucs wrestlers to fend off Falcons

Sam Woiteshek, Co-Editor-In-Chief February 3, 2018

What Happened: Grand Haven took on East Kentwood in the GHHS Fieldhouse this past week and came out triumphant with a 46-22 win. A team effort was needed to beat the Falcons; it couldn’t be done by one...

Working in the offensive zone, sophomore Cooper Fox helps out the first line and makes a push toward the net earlier in the Bucs season.

Third period scoring swarm ignites Bucs to blowout win over Sailors

Chris Hudson, Editor in Chief February 3, 2018

What Happened: As the Bucs took on the team they share Lakeshore Sports Centre with, the Mona Shores Sailors, Grand Haven showed no signs of holding back, dominating the Sailors 5-1. The Bucs proved to...

Senior Austin Fox fights through the blue line in a home contest earlier in the season. He has another great opportunity to bring the Bucs a win on Friday at home.

Bucs battle back in third period to secure a draw against Northview

Chris Hudson, Editor in Chief February 1, 2018

What Happened: Grand Haven hockey hosted conference foe Northview on Wednesday night, where the Bucs tied the Wildcats in a defensive slugfest with the final score 2-2. Both goals for Grand Haven were...

Senior Autumn Buikema looks to pass to junior Esther Byington while being heavily guarded by Forest Hills Central defenders. Buikema had a solid night with six points against the Fighting Scots.

Excellent defense leads the Bucs in stifling of Caledonia

Sam Woiteshek, Co-Editor-In-Chief January 27, 2018

What Happened: The Grand Haven varsity girls basketball team hosted Caledonia Friday night and came out victorious in a 35-24 win. Stellar defense propelled the Buccaneers to this win as points were at...

Byington attempts to knock down a free throw from the line in last years Bucs Pride game.

Byington’s road to recovery

Ashton Voorhees, Reporter January 25, 2018

The first thing you notice about Esther when she walks into the room is that she’s tall. Really tall. It’s not every day that you see a 6-foot-3-inch figure towering over everyone else, whether it’s...

Fellow junior Trevor Holleman and I playing against rival Spring Lake freshman year. That was my last season of basketball. Due to my size, I saw limited playing time, but I made sure to always have a positive impact in every opportunity I got.

Slaying the size-demons

Chris Hudson, Editor in Chief January 19, 2018

Let’s take it back in time. Friday, Nov. 7, 2014. I was in the eighth grade at Lakeshore Middle School and there was only one thing I could think about during that fall day: did I make the A or...

Junior Olivia McMullen goes up for a key put-back in a clash against Forest Hills Central. She will look to own the boards against the Rams tomorrow.

Rivalry renewed as stingy Lady Bucs defense takes on Rockford fire-power

Ashton Voorhees, Reporter January 18, 2018

What: The Lady Bucs travel to Rockford Friday to face the Rams in a tough conference clash. Their last time out, the Bucs beat a tough West Ottawa team in a close game thanks to defense and will look to...

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