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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.
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

On Wednesday, Nov. 9, seniors Samantha Melcher, Tina Reyes and Hannah Houghtailing signed to continue their Rugby career at Davenport University.  What pushed you to pursue Rugby in college? “Honestly,...

WINNER: Team picture after winning third before state finals in fall of 2019.

Girls rugby is looking for new members

Misgana Deur, Life Editor September 16, 2021

If you are interested in playing a fall sport, the girl's rugby team is looking for new members. Practices are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m. No experience is needed.  “Rugby is a...

WINNING: The girls rugby team pictured after their third place win in fall 2019.

Rugby put on hold

Natalie Dupuis, Assigning Editor October 9, 2020

Due to COVID-19, rugby has been put on hold for this school year.  “I think it’s the right thing to do,” rugby coach Tom Foley said. “I don’t think there’s a way to meet the mandates in...

Rockford puts the ball into a scrum. The team's eight assembled players must fight for the ball.

Bucs’ rugby falls to Rockford

Elizabeth Tibbe, Co-editor in chief April 21, 2015

What Happened: JV rugby got their first loss early in the season to Rockford 16-0. Key Player: Spring Lake student Nicholas Bush earns key player of the night for his solid and consistent hits. What's...

The varsity team huddles to celebrate their win. They took on West Catholic and came away with a 24-7 win.

Buccaneer rugby defeats West Catholic

Elizabeth Tibbe, Co-editor in chief April 17, 2015

What happened: The growing rugby club traveled to West Catholic high school and came away with two wins. The junior varsity team won 10 to 7 after varsity showed off with a 24 to 7 win. Key player: Senior...

Senior Drew Danskine leads the team off the field after their win on Friday, March 27. The rugby club pulled off a 12-0 win against Catholic Central.

Rugby club defeats state champs

Elizabeth Tibbe, Co-editor in chief March 28, 2015

What Happened: Bracing bitter cold and harsh winds, the division two Bucs were defensively strong and held off 2014 division one state champs, Catholic Central on Friday, March 27. Key Player: Senior...

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