SPORTS

The senior, a Xavier recruit, leads the team with 33 goals

by Kylie Dawn Beard Reporter

Senior Chloe Netzel represents the varsity girls soccer team’s hard work, dedication, and passion.

Netzel, who has been playing soccer since she was 4 years old, has received a soccer scholarship from Xavier University (of Ohio). Her Chloe Netzel scored four goals in an 8-0 victory against Zumwalt East on April 13. She is the team leader in goals with 33. message to anyone else out there who is determined to photo by Caleb Simmons accomplish their goals. “If you want something, go get it and keep working hard.” “Chloe is a great representation of our team. She plays with passion and she has grit,” Coach Kleekamp said. “She never gives up and is never satisfied. She shows up everyday with a great attitude and a desire to get better. She is very consistent with her effort and attitude every day on and off the field. Netzel elevates the play of her teammates.”

Netzel’s determination is unbeatable and always stands out.

“Chloe is always one of the hardest working players on the field. She is very competitive and she doesn’t like to lose. She is very offensive minded and is always looking for a way to get to the goal. When she plays with confidence, she is unstoppable,” Kleekamp said.

But what motivates Netzel? How does she do it? When asked what her motivation is, Netzel states: “I would say my family is what motivates me. My brother and parents have always been so supportive.”

What helps Netzel get into her competitive state? How does she prepare for games?

“I listen to music and do our warmups. Sometimes I like to watch old game footage, that helps,” she said. There’s no doubt, whatever she is doing seems to work. This season alone, Netzel has already scored 33 goals, along with 11 assists – the most goals scored by any player in the GAC Central Conference. As of May 5, the team is 11-4 and in second place in the GAC Central, behind undefeated Fort Zumwalt South.

Kleekamp also shares the goal of the varsity girls. “Our goal is to first win a district championship and then make a run at a state title. Our overall goal is to create a competitive environment where every player is playing to full potential while having the best high school experience possible.”

Track and Field

Coach Tutterow

What are some highlights so far this season?

We have had many school records broken this season; many of which have stood for several years. Ally Kruger just recently broke the 1,600 meter meet record at one of the oldest track meets in the state of Missouri. The record had stood for 30 years.

What are some goals you have for the rest of the season?

We want to win the GAC championship in boys and girls track. We also have several athletes that are ranked in the top 8 in Missouri Class 5 and believe each of them will win a medal at the state track meet on May 27.

Boys Tennis

Coach Campos

What is your record?

The Boys current Tennis Record is 14-1; GAC North/Central champions

How is your season going?

The season is going great and awesome. Since week 2, the team is currently on an 11 match win streak.

What are some highlights so far this season?

Seeing the growth of this team when not being able to play last year and playing well during the season. Highlight also was recently medaling 9 out of 12 members in the Hannibal Tournament and winning the tournament as a team.

What are some goals you have for the rest of the season?

Would like to win the GACS conference as a team.Would like to win the team districts. Qualify both individuals and team towards states.

Boys Golf

Coach Lindsay

What is your record?

Our record is 4-1 in conference play

How is your season going?

The season is off to a great start. Both varsity and JV started out 3-0 and then took a tough loss against Zumwalt South.

What are some highlights so far this season?

Ro Razavi, Trevor Campbell, and Ben McCaffery all got 79 and placed in the Warrenton tournament.

What are some goals you have for the rest of the season?

The goal will be to win our conference. This will be possible if we have a great conference tournament. Our goal is to have as many of our five golfers as possible make it out of district, and qualify for the state tournament.

S P O R T S

Girls Soccer

photos by Monica Reyes, Sruthi Ramesh, Grayce Page & Elektra Lowe

Coach Kleekamp

What is your record?

10-4

How is your season going?

This is the best record in our program’s history. We are winning the games that we should be winning but we need to learn how to create a more competitive game with our tough opponents. Overall I’m extremely proud of our growth as a team each week.

What are some highlights so far rhis season?

As a team, we were really proud of pulling ourselves out of a hole in our game against FZN. We were down 0-2 at half and we came back to win it 6-2. We are very proud of our record and we continue to finish strong the rest of the season.

Baseball

Coach Clements

What’s your record

13-8-1

How is the season going?

Good. We started off not the way we wanted to. We started off a little slow. Our first three games we lost two and we tied one. Then we started figuring some things out and some guys started to get more consistent in the field and batting. Now things are starting to fall into place.

What are some highlights from the season?

Early in the season we had a doubleheader at Webster Groves where we played the Saint Louis Patriots, who are a really good team, and we played Webster Groves, who is also a good team. We won both of those games. We scored 26 runs against the Patriots and 21 against Webster Groves. So, we scored 47 runs in two games. Victor Quinn had four home runs against the Patriots, Kyle Bermudez hit a home run that day, Peyton Vieluf hit a home run that day, Peyton Braile hit a home run that day. That was a huge highlight. Last Monday, we had a walk off win against Holt. We tied and played nine innings, so we played two extra innings. We scored in the bottom of the ninth. Also, our win against Fort Zumwalt South on Senior Night.

What are some goals you have for the rest of the season?

Some team goals, not just goals that I have, these are goals that the boys have that we have talked about at the beginning of the season. They want to win conference, which they can do. We have three more conference games left, one against Zumwalt South and two against Howell North. If we win those three games, we would win the conference, or at least have a tie. I know they want to win districts, which they have a very good chance of doing that as well.

Haynes and Craig make the podium at the state tournament in Independence

by Elektra Lowe Reporter

As the 2020-2021 wrestling season ends, LHS had four wrestlers that competed in state wrestling on Friday, March 12 at Cable Dahmer Arena in Independence. Two would go on to place and receive medals. Matthew Craig took sixth place and Wyatt Haynes finished in second place in their respective weight classes. Below are the matches in order for each wrestler that went to state and who they went against.

Wyatt Haynes for the 160 lbs:

Had a bye first round.

Won his first match in the second round against Cade Muscia from Lebanon by a pin.

Won his second match in the third round against Ryder Heimbach from Willard by a pin.

Lost his last match against Cayden Auch from Neosho and received second place.

Lukas Aubuchon for the 132 lbs:

Lost his firsts match against Evain Morris from Hillsboro by a pin.

Had a bye second round.

Lost his second match in the third period to Brady Littleton from Belton High School.

Wyatt Haynes prepares to take on his opponent at the state tournament.

photo courtesy of @EagleWrestle Twitter

Jackson Ward for the 195 lbs:

Won his first match in the first round against Brandon Perks from Rocksum High school with a pin.

Second round he lost to Jeremiah Larson from Neosho by a pin.

Won his third match against David Jacquez from Ft. Osage High School by a decision.

Lost his final match to Jake Henson from Lebanon by a pin.

Matt Craig for the 220 lbs:

Won his first match against Hunter Rhodes from Hillsboro by a pin.

Lost his second match to Daylon Kanengieter from Marshfield by a pin.

Won his match against Mason Crim from Smithville by a pin.

Won his match against Tanner Jackson from Desmet with a pin.

Lost his final match to Jayden Hubler from Lebanon by a pin and receiving sixth place.

Senior Night Ends in 11th Season Win

The class of ‘ 21 had a successful baseball senior night with an 8-3 win against Fort Zumwalt South

by Ally Schniepp Sports Editor

The varsity baseball team faced the Fort Zumwalt South Bulldogs on Tuesday, Apr. 27 for the annual Fastballs for First Responders event hosted by the Student Council. In an exciting senior night game, the Eagles defeated the Bulldogs 8-3 after a slow start in the first few innings. The Bulldogs had an early lead, scoring two runs in the first inning, but the Eagles turned it around in the fourth, scoring three runs that set off the chain reaction leading to a Liberty win.

“That’s not what we wanted to happen, but at the same time, I was confident because Victor is a great pitcher, and I was confident he’d settle down,” Coach Clements said. Senior starting pitcher Victor Quinn is also currently number two in the league for home runs scored so far this season.

Although the Eagles started off slow, they eventually got into their groove and started playing as a well-oiled machine. From flawless plays in the field to base hits, Liberty’s talent, and chemistry as a team started showing towards the middle of the game.

“I just kept telling myself as long as we can keep them to two runs, we’re gonna be perfectly fine,” Clements said. “And then, sure enough, we had base runners on, we got some big hits, and we were winning 3-2.”

In the fifth inning, the Bulldogs scored their third and final run of the night, tying the game. The Eagles weren’t shaken up by the close game. Instead, the Eagles scored three more runs, two runs batted in by sophomore Seth Benes after a one-base overthrow by the Bulldogs.

“In the moment, I thought that was a big play,” Clements said. After

Benes’ base hit, the rest of the game was smooth sailing for the Eagles. Senior Kyle Bermudez sealed the deal with a home run in the bottom of the seventh. The final score was 8-3, earning Liberty their 11th win this season. As of May 5, the team has an 13-8-1 record and are in second place behind 15-5 Zumwalt East.

With all the excitement from the game, senior night for the class of ‘21 players was one to remember as they came back and defeated Fort Zumwalt South in the Fastballs for First Responders game. This annual game honors the area’s first responders such as firefighters, police officers, and paramedics.

“They always bring a great energy, they lead by example, and I couldn’t ask for better seniors,” Clements said.

Victor Quinn fires a pitch to the plate against Zumwalt South. photo by Monica Reyes

the SIX Cultures of Liberty Liberty

by Irem Inan Reporter

A look at the distinct cultures of the Liberty hallways

photo by Benjamin Creen

Throughout one’s time at Liberty, a mystifying anomaly occurs—less than pride, more than spirit—at the end of which the hallways have taken on their own defined personalities. The 100 may come to be known as the freshman hallway: it’s where the freshmen lockers are located, and many of the classes are freshman-specific. The 500 is music, theatre, band and for some, just a place to get easy extra credit by going to see the school play or talent show.

It goes hand-in-hand that as one gets to know the hallways, there’s a good chance they’ll also become acquainted with one or more hall monitors, whether as substitutes, coaches, or otherwise.

Though many of them occupy specific hallways or areas, Mr. Wheeler can often be found in any, from 100 through 600. Having been at Liberty since its opening, he might know them better than anyone else.

Answer the questions on the next page to get a series of letters. Rearrange the letters to find the answer to the riddle!

RIDDLE: First towards the school, later towards the field, this structure is the symbol of what your four years will yield.

“The 500 hallway is the quietest, but loudest hallway, ‘cause that’s where all the music comes from. And it’s so far tucked away that there’s not many students down there, but it’s also a very creative part of the school,” Wheeler said.

“The 600 hallway is my favorite hallway, ‘cause it’s the athletic hallway. There’s a lot of hustleand-bustle. There’s a lot of blood, sweat, and tears that go into that part, but it’s still my favorite,” Wheeler said.

Follow Mr. Wheeler’s guide around each hallway!

“The 400 is like the party zone. They all get along and they’re out there. And also they want the kids to know how to do their tax returns,” Wheeler said.

“The 300 is the best-smelling hallway in the school district. Because you walk by LaBrot’s class and it smells good in there. Then you go by Ms. Pizzo’s class, and it always smells good when you go by Ms. Pizzo’s class,” Wheeler said.

“The 100 hallway is filled with very smart, energized math teachers. And they’re always — well, for one, they’re probably the best math teachers in the entire school district. They take it seriously, but they still find a way to have fun. So they’re like, I don’t know who to compare them to — someone that’s fun and smart,” Wheeler said.

RIDDLE CLUES:

“The 200 hallway is also very smart. They know multiple languages, it’s the most linguistic hallway by far, because it’s the language hallway. They’re still fun, but they’re a little more, not serious, but they’re a little bit higher up because they’re on the second level,” Wheeler said.

photos by Grayce Page

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