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VOLUME 93, ISSUE 3 DECEMBER 12, 2019 SCOTTSBURG HIGH SCHOOL

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As you walk onto the stage in McClain Hall, you are faced with...

Mayor Bill Graham has been defeated by City Council President Terry Amick...

What’s the first picture that comes to mind when thinking of a ‘nerd’: go...

The Scottsburg Warriors have yet to tackle the wrestling season...

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Co-Editor-in-Chiefs Baylee Comer Sadie Fugate Jaiden Herald News Editor Sadie Fugate Opinion Editor Rita Nicholson Features Editor Baylee Comer Sports Editor Donald Arbuckle Photo Editor Jaiden Herald Web Director Rita Nicholson

Business Manager Elle Fleenor Justice LaMaster Social Media Director Elle Fleenor Jaiden Hearld Copy Editor Rita Nicholson Staff Hailey Christoff Tierra Combs Isabela Diaz Abby Doriot Harmony Richey Advisor Sara Denhart

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ABOVE: Scottsburg will soon transition to a new mayor. City Council President Terry Amick won the election against Mayor Bill Graham in November.

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Lara McGlothlin (10), Johnathon Perkinson (10) and Colin Owens (10) working on the Fanmaker app design website to create and produce the EMPOWER Scott County app.

BELOW: Jacob Graham (10) takes on a Brown County High School opponent on Nov. 23.

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Sports Higlights Boys & Girls Basketball Cheer Arbuckle’s Advice Committed athletes Bowling & Swim What’s in your sports bag?

Archery & Wrestling Popular sports around U.S.A.

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AGE SHOULD NOT CONCERN ENERGY DRINK USE

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SELF DEFENSE CLASSES COULD INCREASE STUDENT SAFETY

Energy drinks have been a big topic when it comes to who should and should not drink them. Some drink companies...

The SHS Girls Bowling team is currently 5-1 while the boys stands 3-3 in its 2019-2020 season.

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By regulation, schools undergo procedures to preserve student security during school hours and the occasional sports games...

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Dr. Cramer’s dissection lab

Student Life

Treyton Owens (11) participates in the pig dissection lab in Dr. Cramer’s Anatomy class.

“In the picture, I was removing tissue no longer needed, so my group and I could see the digestive system that we need to know for our up coming practical exam...The dissection has helped me a lot. Instead of learning by looking at pictures, I actually get to open a pig up and see first hand where certain things are located and what their functions are,” Owens said.

club spotlight | FFA Señor Jerrell’s tango demonstration Hand in hand, Sierra Divine (10) and Steven Pratt (11) take steady steps to match the pace of the song Señor Jerrell plays for them to tango. Others around them do the same, trying to keep up with the song playing.

On Dec. 7, the Scottsburg FFA hosted their first annual Santa Breakfast. The chapter invited community members to come visit Santa Claus and enjoy a breakfast of mini pancakes, sausage links and eggs. Attendees were welcome to participate in various Christmas themed crafts, activities and games. In addition, all were welcome to take pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus as well as listen to well known Christmas stories be read by FFA members. All proceeds of the breakfast were donated to We Care. Members felt that it was important to give back to the community and went into the breakfast with hopes that it would foster community involvement and raise money for children in need. The chapter is excited to continue this new event in the future.

Letter from the Editors With every issue we produce of The Booster, it usually feels like the most stress I have ever been through. Especially the week our newspaper is sent to press to be printed. Most of the staff knows how panicked and stressed Jaiden and I become, while Sadie is the one to calm us down.

This stress stems from the headaches caused by deadlines and the pressure we are put under to produce a great paper for you, our readers.

Deadlines can make or break us, and it is most definitely the worst part of what we do. Things can always go wrong and fall through at anytime. We are proud of our

staff for always having the ideas to remedy any problem we are faced with and being able to turn any idea into an even better one.

However, some months are harder than others to produce the paper. Months where SHS is on break, such as fall break and spring break, make producing the paper so much more difficult. Days when the staff cannot get together create a headache 10 times more potent due to deadlines. Our readers may not understand the dilemmas we have to produce a paper, where our main aim is to inform the school of events and important happenings.

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HOCO needs semi-formal dress code Tierra Combs Staff Writer

From the point of view of outside students, Scottsburg High School’s homecoming dances are pretty boring. There is minimal participation from students, and students do not look forward to going and experiencing these events. This outlook on the homecoming dances could change with just one simple tweak: the homecoming dance dress code should change from casual to semi-formal.

The homecoming dance gives underclassmen students the opportunity to go shopping for an outfit and complete the full experience of getting ready. However, these freedoms are taken from students when the dance has a casual dress code. Girls are not able to pick out a dress, do their makeup or style their hair, and guys are not able to find the same experiences in getting ready for the dance. If the homecoming dances were semi-formal, students could have the experience.

Semi-formal homecoming dances would also increase student involvement throughout homecoming week, the dance and the game. In a poll of 100 students, 84 percent of students said that if the homecoming dance dress code was changed to semi-formal, it would encourage them to go and participate. The students also expressed they did not want to go because they do not feel that the dance is enjoyable enough and the experience is incomplete.

Changing the dance’s dress code would change the outlook that students have of homecoming and increase student participation.

The students have spoken about their needs corresponding to the homecoming dance. The only step left to take is to officially convert the dress code. Changing this element of the dance would increase school participation and give the students more lively, youthful experiences.

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1. The floorboards on the stage are not secure. They are constantly slipping and moving in spots. This has become such a problem that tape has been used to keep the floorboards in place.

2. The acoustics are terrible in the gym.

The wide, tall engineering of the building creates an echo of even the smallest of whispers. This negatively affects the band, choir and drama performances.

3. It is evident by the cramped space behind the curtains that there is not enough space to store all of the needed equipment, set pieces and props for the art department and extracurriculars. Items have to constantly be strategically placed in order to have a chance at fitting everything backstage.

4. There is also a problem with the general location of the stage. Having the stage in McClain Hall creates problems with sports practices during the rehearsals for the fine arts department and extracurriculars.

Staff Editorial

Lack of auditorium creates problems

As you walk onto the stage in McClain Hall, you are faced with the many difficulties of using the stage. The THEY NEED floorboards are not THIS FOR THE secure and are duckDIVERSE STUtaped in place. The DENTS OF THE set pieces, props and SCHOOL DISmusic equipment TRICT, FOR THE are cramped onto COMMUNITY the small stage. The TO BOLSTER acoustics within the A SENSE OF gym are horrendous.

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These issues are just The Booster Staff the beginning of the struggle that the fine arts department and extracurriculars are faced with when using the facility.

An auditorium would completely change the game and support the students by giving the arts classes a space to grow, depopulate the gymnasium and give the city of Scottsburg a place to hold special events. For these reasons, an auditorium would increase proper support for the students and improve Scott County as a whole.

Over the years, numerous studies have

found that the benefits of the arts extend far beyond the classroom. According to the Arts Education Partnership, students who become active in drama, music and dance tend to reach a higher mastery of reading, writing and math. Becoming involved in the arts also supports learning development, social skills and preparation for life beyond high school. For these reasons, we must support the arts as much as possible.

The arts classes, department and extracurriculars need this auditorium in order to support their students’ growing capabilities.

In addition to the improved support of the arts classes, we could also support those playing sports. In the past few years, the theatre department has wished to use the stage, located in the gymnasium, and gym floor in order to rehearse. This has caused issues with a number of athletic teams as they have wished to use the gym floor where the courts are located. As a result, many conflicts have arisen because of these scheduling dilemmas. However, if an auditorium was built, the theatre program could rehearse in their auditorium while the athletic teams practice on their courts.

Lastly, the addition of an auditorium

would help with fundraising for the school and give a place for special community events. The SCSD2 administration could rent out the auditorium for anyone willing to pay the cost. This would give a place for our community and build up the sense of home and love for one’s community. The construction of a new auditorium would also help fundraise for the school. When the people in the community hold events, they could be charged the cost of the renting of the auditorium. This would greatly improve the funds of the school and help them to pay for the increasing improvement of our school district.

Conclusively, an auditorium would greatly aid in the improvement of our students, community and funds. It could give the arts classes a space to grow, decrease the overflowing activities happening in the gymnasium and give the city of Scottsburg a place to hold special events. For these reasons, SCSD2 needs this auditorium.

They need this for the diverse students of the school district, for the community to bolster a sense of pride and love for the community and to help fund the next generation of growing minds. We need a new auditorium for the benefit of everyone.

Four Horseman business to set up on Square Rita Nicholson Copy Editor

JAG teacher Ty Winchester soon expects his dream to become a reality. By the end of next month, his new business, Four Horsemen, is expected to open its doors to the public on the square. The business will sell a variety of games, ranging from video games, card games and tabletop games, comics and collectibles.

He shares this dream with his brother, a teacher from Austin, his best friend and his former roommate.

“This sort of culture we’ve been in since we were in middle school,” Winchester said.

He explained how stores were never easily accessible and how he and his friends had to drive upwards of 40 minutes just to go to one.

“There’s just such a barren market around here,” he said. “We’re setting up the things that we were doing anyway when we had to drive 40 minutes or an hour. We can do that now. I remember driving… and how much of a hassle it was whenever we were in high school. We had to get five of us to chip in gas money.”

The lack of stores close by does not match the apparent demand, according to Winchester. When he was working at Austin High School, he and the teacher — with whom he is going to open the business — started a Magic: The Gathering club along with some students.

IT’S SUPER EXCITING. BETWEEN [MY CHILD AND THE BUSINESS], I SPEND A HUNDRED PERCENT OF MY TIME THINKING ABOUT THOSE TWO THINGS. I DON’T EVEN KNOW HOW TO EXPLIAN IT. IT’S CRAZY.”

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“We had 26 kids sign up. That’s like 10 percent of the school in this club. Outside of band and choir, we had the biggest club in the school,” he said.

Now, Winchester and his friends can go a step further and transform their club into an actual business. Winchester is excited despite having to balance teaching, a family and now opening a business.

“It’s super exciting. Between [my child and the business], I spend a hundred percent of my time thinking about those two things. I don’t even know how to explain it. It’s crazy,” he said. “I don’t think there’s any level of tired beyond what I currently am…”

However, when his brother gets discharged from the military that will relieve some of the burden of Winchester’s shoulders.

Winchester expects to make mistakes

but asserts that he and the others “can’t act out of fear.”

Landon Gricius (11) considered the new business’ opening.

“Considering it’s nothing we have in Scottsburg, it will work out pretty well.

But you gotta think, a lot of stuff is going online so that might be a problem they face,” Gricius said.

Winchester said the meaning behind the name of the business.

“Originally, there were four of us, but then [my friend] wanted to be added. There’s [also] a Metallica song, ‘Four Horsemen’ and that’s my favorite Metallica song. There’s also a wrestling faction, Four Horsemen. It’s the greatest faction of all time,” he said.

Henry Smith (11) described the name as “interesting” and that it “makes [him] want to see the store.”

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Community says goodbye to Mayor Graham, welcomes Mayor-Elect Amick to office Harmony Richey Staff Writer

A newly elected change is coming to Scottsburg. Mayor Bill Graham has been defeated by City Council President Terry Amick in the local mayoral election. Graham has served as Scottsburg’s mayor for more than 30 years.

Graham first took office in 1988 and has held the position of Scottsburg’s mayor since. Since winning his first election, Graham has continued to bring major projects and contributions to Scottsburg and its citizens.

“Bringing industries in and putting our people back to work is one of the proudest moments,” Graham said.

Mid-America Science Park is one of the many accomplishments Graham has conceived and produced. The science park also happens to be his favorite. Additionally, it is one of the most comprehensive, advanced science parks in the country, he said.

The goal of Mid-America Science

Park is to provide a professional, adequate building for job training and educational purposes. There are three centers included in the park that are convenient for specified purposes. The various options are business incubation and acceleration center, training and workforce development center and the worldwide communications and conference center. It has progressed greatly and is now an international resource center for local services and their employees.

Graham explained that he believes Mid-America Science Park is one of the biggest positive impacts within our community due to the broad opportunities given to its users by the park.

“It’s a catalyst for economic development, workforce training, education and quality of life. Mid-America Science Park has a positive impact on our community like nothing else can, and it represents a bright future for the next generation,” Graham said.

New Tech, which was designed for a new education system, has extended Scottsburg High School. It provides a

Mayor Bill Graham’s accomplishments while in office: Mid-America Science Park This provides job training and educational opportunites to the community.

New Tech This provides students with the opportunity to try project-based learning while at SHS.

The Walking Trail Starting at the Scott County YMCA, runners and walkers alike can enjoy this trail that Lake Iola or Mid-America Science Park.

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unique opportunity for students to experience project-based learning.

The walking trail located in Scottsburg has also been an advancement for Scott County. Safety concerns for individuals walking and cycling influenced Graham’s idea for the trail and helped him to make this decision. All interconnected to the city, the trails supply various pathways through Scottsburg’s public attractions.

These include sights, such as the Scott County YMCA, Mid-America Science Park and Lake Iola.

As the mayor’s office transitions to a new leader, Amick aspires to accomplish more achievements during his time in office. One of the main goals he pondered over is the enhancement of the maintenance for the city’s aging sewer infrastructure. It was a major determining topic in the race for the mayor’s title and position within the county. The city currently has considerable plans to build an $18.5 million sewage treatment plant to make progress with the aging sewer systems.

“He’s putting it in the wrong place.

He’s putting it right across the road from

our current plant. The growth of Scottsburg is going to be west of I-65,” Amick said.

Additionally, Amick wants to prompt the idea of further community clean up efforts, building code enforcement, and anchor tenants to promote historic richness and prosperity.

Amick said his attempts to improve Scottsburg were included in his idea and that the community recognized his potential to be mayor and enforced it when voting.

Furthermore, besides his aspirations for a positive change, Amick said he wants to enforce a foundation of financial stability. He has prior experience with his local businesses, Amick Appliance and Rent To Own. “I’ve told Bill, I have a lot of respect for him; I just don’t agree how he spends money,” Amick said. “I’m a business guy, and I know how to handle money. You either know how to handle money or you don’t know how to handle money, and I know how to handle money. And we’ll do it for Scottsburg.”

SHS Alumni elected to local City Councils Justice LaMaster Staff Writer

Two former Scottsburg high school graduates Christian Evans and Dylan Baker were elected as city councilman in Scott County. Because of their age, Evans and Baker have run into some stereotypical views about age and politics, but despite the stereotypes, both men decided to run because of their family support and their past leadership experiences.

“I took a look in the mirror and asked myself, what kind of man am I if I were to sit on the sidelines and complain about the issues as opposed to stepping up and serving our community and having a hand in improving our city each and every day,” said Evans, who graduated in 2015 and will serve as a Scottsburg City Council member.

According to both Evans and Baker, when people are younger and trying to get involved in politics they are looked upon in a different manner.

Evans said people typically think that younger people have a disadvantage

because of their lack of experience, so those who vote believe that their votes should only go to those who are older.

To contradict that viewpoint, Evans said age has nothing to do with experience and that the younger generations understand that everyone is not on this Earth for a long period of time.

Baker gave a more stereotypical viewpoint because he is the youngest councilman in the county.

“I would be lying if I said that I have not faced any scrutiny for my age. Not only is it hard to put yourself out in the public eye for all to judge and criticize, but it is exceptionally hard whenever you are the youngest person running for office in the entire county. It is a constant struggle to be taken seriously and not overlooked as just an overambitious kid getting into politics.

With this said, I am optimistic that my election on the Austin City Council can create a domino effect that will allow for a more representative and level playing field, where age is concerned,” said Baker, who graduated in 2018 and will be serving on the Austin City Council.

Both feel that young people involved

I TOOK A LOOK IN THE MIRROR AND ASKED MYSELF, WHAT KIND OF MAN AM I IF I WERE TO SIT ON THE SIDELINES AND COMPLAIN ABOUT THE ISSUES AS OPPOSED TO STEPPING UP AND SERVING OUR COMMUNITY AND HAVING A HAND IN IMPROVING OUR CITY EACH AND EVERY DAY.” Christian Evans

in politics are looked upon differently because of the age they are.

Evans and Baker said they can better relate to younger generations because of the fact they know the struggles of living in our community lifestyle. Evans believes that since he is younger than most council members, he will be able to relate to how younger generations have a higher cost of living in Scott County now compared to when most of the current city council members grew up. Evans believes that the cost of living in this community is why a lot of the younger generations decide to move away. Evans said he plans to correct the employment, housing and entertainment options in Scottsburg in hopes of keeping young adults who grew up here still in the area.

Although Baker mentioned similar viewpoints to Evans statements about

the struggles of young adults currently have in the community, Baker said that since he is straight out of high school, he has a better understanding of how younger generations of young adults work. Baker also mentioned how he gets the advantage of getting younger generation’s attention a lot quicker than someone who is much older and grew up in a very different environment.

Running for any political office and getting into office can be challenging, especially at a young age. However, Evans and Baker show that getting into office as a young adult is possible and can help anyone improve their community and relate to their upcoming and current generations. Along with the swearing in of Scottsburg Mayor-Elect Terry Amick, Evans and Baker will officially be sworn in as a part of their respective city councils on Jan. 1.

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Food stamp cuts by Trump admin may affect students Donald Arbuckle Sports Editor

Free lunches at schools is a food assistance program that aims to feed students without having their parents pay for their lunches at school.

Free lunches are targeted toward low-income families on food stamps or other forms of financial aid, but the Trump administration plans to put regulations on the number of people and families on federal food stamps.

This, as a result, will cause students to lose eligibility for free and reduced lunches. According to “USA Today”, nearly 1 million students will be unable to get free lunches because they will not be qualified to receive this program.

They propose cut of food stamps is intended to trim the cost of food assistance programs, but this will needlessly affect the students and challenge the school that serves these students.

The biggest concern about limiting the families on food stamps is that when students are at school they will be unable to eat or receive food. There are also concerns about students not receiving assistance at home.

Staff and faculty are even worried about the possible outcome of cutting food stamps The end of free and reduced lunches is a national action that will affect Scottsburg High School. There are around 2,700 kids in total that make up Scott County School District 47 percent of students are on free lunch and 9 percent of students are on reduced lunch. If the

Trump administration plans to go through with cutting food stamps, a large portion of students will be inevitably forced to pay for their lunches. These parents that rely on food stamps and other forms of financial aid will be forced to pay for their children’s lunch with money they do not have.

“It isn’t the kids’ fault,” said Chris Routt principal of Scottsburg High School. “Look at a 5-year-old or kindergartner, it isn’t their fault.”

According to the Kids Count Data Center, In Indiana, there is about 39.5 percent of students that are el-

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Staff Writer

The EMPOWER Youth Coalition continues to spread encouragement to Scott County by creating a new app. The app, EMPOWER Scott County, was released in October.

“They have worked with Fanmaker to create our app and have selected items to use for incentives.This has taken place since September and we are just now ready to launch,” said Melinda Lowry, EMPOWER Youth Coalition coordinator.

Within the app, administrators are able to create events that correspond to positive, resilience-building events.

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SCSD2 STUDENTS could be affected by this new regulation.

EMPOWER creates Beacon App for teens Tierra Combs

igible for free lunches and 7.7 percent that qualify for reduced lunches. That is roughly around 500, 000students that are apart of the food assistance program, and this number will be cut in half due to the limit on food stamps and other financial aid options.

“This will affect more than students, it will affect our community,” Routt said. “What will happen when these parents have three kids and have to pay for their lunches? This isn’t just a national problem but a local one. State or local government might help in some way?”

munity events and EMPOWER meetings. When a user is present at an event, he or she can gain points, and members can save up points to earn EMPOWER-themed prizes.

The idea for an app stems from two founding members of EMPOWER. “Utilizing Bluetooth technology to track participation was the brainchild of former EMPOWER leaders, Madelyn Shelton and Eliza Mount. A demo for this product was set up, and we were impressed with the possibilities that existed,” Lowry said.

As EMPOWER Scott County is released, EMPOWER hopes that the app will encourage positive activities.

The EMPOWER Scott County app is available for download on all devices.

Student leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter Jaiden Herald Co-Editor-in-Chief

The SHS community rallied together to honor the life of student Andre Cozart.

After his passing, Cozart, a sophomore student, died on Nov. 8 at Scott Memorial Hospital. Soon after his death, Cozart’s passing was announced to the students and staff at SHS. Yet, despite the tears and grief, students sought out ways to display their support of Cozart’s family as well as honor his life and legacy.

The SHS cheer team competed at the state cheer competition on Nov. 9. As they walked on to the mat, they all took a piece of Cozart with them.

“In years past, when we made it to the state competition, we had always written encouraging words or words that describe our part on the team [on our wrists]. This year, we decided to all put ‘Cozart’ so we all knew he was encouraging us on our journey at state. We honored his name that day. We felt he was with us,” Katie Brown (12) said.

The team also raised $568 for Cozart’s family during the Brownstown game on Nov. 29.

“It’s always important to help families in a time of grief. Every time I saw Cozart at school, he always had a smile on his face. He was extremely friendly, and I don’t think he ever met a stranger. Our community loved him for that,” Brown said.

On Nov. 11 and 12, students and staff wore stripes in honor Cozart. His family requested that those attending his funeral services wear stripes as they were Cozart’s favorite. Several students soon encouraged students and staff to do the same. “[We] wanted the stripes to bring his joy and positivity to people’s minds, as well as remind everyone to love like Cozart,” Elle Fleenor (12) said.

In addition, Fleenor, owner and operator of a small clothing retail business, donated half of her November profits to Cozart’s family to help with funeral expenses.

“I don’t remember many details of interactions I’ve had with Cozart, but what I’ll always remember is how he made me feel. He was always so positive and always left me with a smile on his face. I know his loss is painful for a lot of people, and

I wanted to help out in any way I could.

For the month of November, I chose his family as my charity,” Fleenor said.

Teacher Leah Anne Becker said Cozart’s favorite foods to have each day were bananas and apples.

“Every day he was so concerned about his momma. He would want to take an apple and a banana home to her everyday,” Becker said.

In the days following his passing, Becker’s class made apples, and dip, and banana pudding to honor Cozart.

“Cozart was a great friend and a great person. We say he leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter,” Becker said.

Becker’s class also made hats and celebrated a “Hat’s for Cozart” day in his memory.

“Cozart was feisty and fun. He never met a stranger and always had a smile on his face. He made a special connection with everyone he met. He cared about everyone and was so concerned with making sure everyone else felt special,” Becker said.

Becker said Cozart’s affection and love was often shown in the form of teasing. “[Cozart] remembered details about

every person he met and would tease each and everyone about something different.

It’s how he made his own connection with everyone. What makes his loss so hard is that everyone loved him. He was everyone’s friend,” Becker said.

According to Becker, his favorite people to tease was the special education staff.

“Cozart liked to call Mr. Dunn, ‘slick.’

He loved baking with Ms. Betty, and Carolyne Davis, whom he called “CD,” was his special partner. He loved our staff, and we loved him,” Becker said.

Cozart was a member of the First Christian Church and a member of the Scott County Special Olympics bowling team. In addition, Cozart was a participant in the recycling club. Thursday was Cozart’s favorite day as it was garbage day.

“He loved recycling and pushing the paper cart around. It was his favorite part of the day,” Becker said.

According to Becker, he wanted to be a garbage collector when he grew up.

“We want everyone to remember his legacy of love and laughter and continue to honor him by loving as he did,” Becker said.

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HUMANS SHS OF

Isabela Diaz

Abby Doriot

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KYLE TOPPE

white lettering. The “E” in “Elf” has a green Santa hat on it.

It is the very first day of November. Some In addition to wearing the shirts, Toppe also people might be starting to brings candy canes to share with plan their family’s Thanksgivhis classmates in nearly every ing; who is going to host, what single class. The types and flathe menu is, who is sitting vors of the candy canes he brings where for football. Not Kyle varies from week to week. He Toppe (10) though. From Nov. brings the traditional peppermint 1 to Dec. 25, Toppe wears a candy canes, but he also brings different Christmas shirt. He different flavored ones. On those owns at least 60, probably days, his classmates rush to him even more, Christmas shirts. to secure their candy cane.

Toppe started wearing the His main goal when wearing Christmas shirts in the seventh the shirts is that other students grade. Through the years, he will see them and start to get into has acquired quite the collecthe Christmas spirit as well. He tion, but he can’t pick a favorbelieves that the sooner students ite of all his shirts. can get into the Christmas spirit, “School is depressing, so the more fun it all could be. why not make it fun for two “I like the idea of the Christmonths? I wear the shirts to mas shirts. I think that they get try to promote the holiday the students that are around him spirit with my classmates and more excited and cheerful for the friends,” Toppe said. holiday. Even if they don’t celeOne of Kyle’s favorite brate Christmas, [the shirts] are shirts is a red shirt with the Kyle Toppe (10) still usually something to smile words “World’s Tallest Elf” in at,” Mella Neace (10) said.

I WEAR THE SHIRTS TO TRY TO PROMOTE THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT WITH MY CLASSMATES AND FRIENDS,”

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Kyle Toppe (10) sits in front of the Christmas tree in the Commons displaying one of his numerous Christmas shirts.

How do you celebrate the holidays with family?

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Every Christmas morning, we read a Bible story. After that, the kids have to take turns opening their presents oneby-one.”

One Christmas tradition that we have is my siblings and I still get matching Christmas pajamas on Christmas Eve. So, it’s the one present we get to open on Christmas Eve to this day.”

Tiarra English, English teacher

Alex Johnson, science teacher Submitted photo

The Booster Staff’s

WINTER PLAYLIST

There is nothing that says Christmas more than when holiday songs are played on a continuous loop in stores and on the radio. These are the top favorite winter season songs from The Booster staff.

“Mistletoe”

“Little Drummer Boy”

Justin Bieber

Pentatonix

“I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas”

“Last Christmas” Wham!

Gayla Peevey

“Believe”

“White Christmas”

The Polar Express

Bing Crosby

“Underneath the Tree”

“Winter Wonderland”

Kelly Clarkson

Michael Bublé

“We Need A Little Christmas”

“Jingle Bell Rock” Bobby Helms

Johnny Mathis

“All I Want for Christmas Is You”

“That’s Christmas To Me” Pentatonix

Mariah Carey

Weather, social media affect holiday mental illness Tierra Combs Staff Writer

The days are becoming shorter, and the sun is disappearing behind the snowy clouds. The environment is changing as winter approaches and so is students’ mental health. According to the National Alliance for Mental Illness, the ‘holiday blues,’ or mental illnesses that affect people during the winter, affect 64 percent of people. Despite what people may think, holiday mental illnesses even includes teens and students.

Many people actually feel the predispositions to holiday mental health prob-

lems without realizing it. Unrealistic expectations are reported as one of the main reasons for holiday mental health issues. The mainstream media has regularly depicted the holidays as a perfect time for families and couples to come together and celebrate. However, this is not always how the holidays go on. Every single family is different, and they all celebrate differently. This gap between expectations and reality can be a large factor in how people develop mental illness.

“A lot of teens don’t have the family that the media shows, and because students are constantly looking at the me-

dia, they are always seeing these media expectations,” said Jason Bagwell, SHS psychology teacher.

Unrealistic expectations can be a large factor in holiday mental illnesses. However, a scientific explanation exists for these mental illnesses.

“A lot of times, people just aren’t getting their vitamin D. It can really affect people’s mood. It can also lead to a vitamin deficiency,” said Beth Walton, SHS health teacher.

The decrease in vitamin D is caused by the arrival of winter conditions. When winter approaches, the environment changes drastically. The cold weather

and shorter days shift in, and the sun is visible less often. The lack of exposure to sunlight affects the amount of vitamin D people receive. In addition to the lack of sunlight, the length of the days become a lot shorter. The decrease in vitamin D can also affect one’s mood and make people more susceptible to holiday mental illnesses.

No matter how someone is feeling during the holidays knowing that the weather will change and that they are supported is an immense relief. It can give hope to people who are going through this time and to people around them.

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Dress up day stereotypes Isabela Diaz Staff Writer

What’s the first picture that comes to mind when thinking of a ‘nerd’: go. Glasses, maybe tape around the middle of them, overalls, books in hand. Even schools go to the extent of stereotyping when it comes to dress-up days.

In the past, Scottsburg hosted a “Cowboy and Indian” day. This day included dressing up with feathers in hair, faces painted, cowboy hats and boots, and much more. Many were offended by these typical stereotypes, and Scottsburg decided to take it away.

“There’s a limit of how far they can go.

Things like race, for example, are too far and can hurt people’s feelings and carry stereotypes farther than they should go,” Lily Walsh (10) said.

While dress up days can be fun, many students suggested that schools need to be mindful of stereotyping. Schools, including Scottsburg, have kept these accidental stereotypes in mind and have even gotten rid of some dress up days. Not only “Cowboy and Indian” day, but “nerd day” is no longer included.

“Some people might take offense to these stereotyped days because they might dress like that on a daily basis, and when we categorize them into a distinctive group, they might feel as though they are targeted,” Mella Neace (10) said.

While there were a lot of precautions to these planned days, many believe it is still a great way to show off school spirit.

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Stereotypes have always affected society. Throughout the decades, people have labeled others and stuck them into an affiliation. Athletic people are “jocks” and smart people are just “nerds” and “geeks.”

These are just a few of the stereotypical labels that society forces people to fit into.

However, in recent years, many people have realized that they put themselves into these boxes and stereotypes.

The process of stereotyping oneself is called self-stereotyping. When self-stereotyping happens, someone also has the ability to force characteristics of a stereotyped group on themselves. If they feel they should fit into the popular group, they might start acting like them and try to as-

similate into their crowd. This is just one example of the numerous stereotypes that live in today’s society.

Evolutionary psychology does produce an explanation for self-stereotyping.

As prehistoric humans formed tribes and bonds with other humans, they needed their tribes to gain strength in numbers. As humans progressed, they affiliated themselves with their tribes. This created the foundations for stereotypes found within groups.

“It [evolutionary psychology] is the idea that principles of evolution have influenced psychological development. With stereotypes, people have said that being a member of the tribe is a matter of survival. Having friends and people that are willing to protect you and feed you is a basic need,” said Jason Bagwell, psychology teacher.

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As society has progressed, people are beginning to realize how stereotypes affect everyone in their everyday lives. In many situations, self-stereotyping can cause someone to think differently about themselves. Beth Walton, health teacher, has experienced this change in thinking.

“I labeled myself and felt labeled by others as a certain type of person/student from a young age. I didn’t realize how much this impacted my thinking until I got to college and realized no one had any expectations of my ‘stereotype’ because they didn’t know me,” Walton said.

Overall, self-stereotyping is still a very prominent, emotional subject in current society. However, many people are discovering that overlooking self-stereotypes uncover a world of opportunity to explore themselves that they have never known.

By Harmony Richey

STEREOTYPING Increase of stress

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Hailey Christoff

More than a stereotype Each of the figures here represent a common stereotype. However, behind stereotypes are people that are more than what is used to stereotype them. A “nerd” may be a lover of sports, and a “bub” may be a musician.

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aspect and how characters overcome it, it makes me feel more involved in the story,” Caitlyn Bannister (10) said. BannisFor the past decade, the media has be- ter comments on how relatable shows can come a leading element of high school been seen and understood more as reality trends and stereotypes. From the Marvel than fiction and false stereotypes. By conCinematic Universe to the “The Office” trast, Watts criticized how movies display show, media entertainment has become friendships as invalid, referring to the the driving force of students morals and chemistry in “13 Reasons Why.” beliefs. As technology advances so will “‘13 Reasons Why,’ for example, has media influence, but how shown things about will students understand suicide that students and embrace this? shouldn’t ever have to Brooklyn Watts (10) hear,” Watts said. An shares how the mainopinion story written stream media and enby Mark Henick, CNN tertainment is harmful journalist, stated how towards student relationcontroversial shows I THINK THIS the ships within their every“narrative choice, while [RELATABLE TV an artistic one, is also a day lives.

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As students come closer to the end of the first semester, successfully passing finals is a main concern. Then stress piles on.

Hannah Brown (12) shared how she relieves stress.

“In order to relieve stress, I have to prepare myself days before the exam,” Brown said. However, whenever Brown tries cramming information the night be-

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fore, her stress is at max level.

On the other hand, how do some students relieve stress during finals? Daisy Soto (11) mentioned some techniques.

“Some techniques I use are mainly breathing techniques and thinking of something to make me smile,” Soto said.

“I usually relieve stress by listening to music,” Bronlyn Hutton (10) said.

Soto and Brown suggested taking breaks while Hutton recommended listening to calming music. All of them agreed on eating plenty of snacks.

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Find a quiet place full of sunlight to keep yourself awake. Try to stay away from studying in bed, because it can lead to bad habits being formed from laziness or other things. If in a public area, you may be able to have a group study session as well. Here are just a few places where you can study around Scottsburg.

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1 Take a deep breath.

2 Listen to music. about 3 Think something else. plenty of 4 Get sleep and food. off any 5 Take constricting clothes.

Finals week is can be tough for many students. Here are some helpful tips and information to get through the week ahead. Good luck!

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Dear Author... } Humanity has come a long way by the year 2380 in “Aurora Rising,” written by Jay Kristoff and Amie Kaufman. Countless alien species and planets have been discovered, wars have been fought and humanity’s presence has stretched across galaxies.

Aurora Academy is a military training academy located millions of light years away from Earth, and Tyler Jones is at the top of his class. At graduation he should theoretically be able to pick the best of the best for his squad, but his plans go awry when he rescues a girl from cryosleep on a strange spaceship.

Tyler is not only stuck with this girl, Auri, but also the rejects that no other squad leader wanted. Auri discovers she has strange powers, and the earthen government declares her and the squad fu-

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gitives. The squad is pursued across the galaxy by the government and during this, they discover a secret that could destroy the entire galaxy.

It was interesting to see how the authors imagined life 300 years into the future.

Different alien species were involved with the entirety of the book, and in a way it reminded me of Star Wars. I wish more of the galaxy was shown in the book though. As it was, “Aurora Rising” felt a little bland, in more than one way.

The characters needed a bit more work; one of their traits were too similar to the other characters. At first, each character’s narration was unique, but over time these grew to be similar and uniform too. The authors needed to include more backstory for each character to help diversify them.

The entire book was action packed, and I never knew what was going to happen next. The very end of the book was the best part because a lot of things that happened earlier finally made sense. The ending easily held my attention and was most definitely not bland, unlike the rest of the story.

While “Aurora Rising” may not have been the best book, there is plenty of room for improvement later in the series. I am looking forward to seeing how the characters develop and how they deal with the obstacles the universe throws their way.

Signed, Rita Nicholson Copy Editor

New streaming service provides more Disney content Baylee Comer Co-Editor-in-Chief

With all the streaming services now available (Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and now Apple TV), Disney decided to throw its hat into the ring with its new service, Disney+.

At only $7 per month, Disney+ received 10 million sign ups on the first day the service opened. A membership includes access to not only Disney movies and shows but also content from Pixar, Marvel Studios, Lucusfilms and National Geographic.

Even with all the content on the service,

Photo by Baylee Comer

Megan Hardin (12) and Alyssa Stagnolia (12) huddle around Riley Pool (12) while the girls watch Disney+, the new streaming service provided by Disney which made its debut Nov. 12.

there are still certain films missing.

Among these are the popular titles of Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Thor: Ragnarok and even Black Panther. Due to streaming rights with Netflix, Disney+ is unable to add the movies and shows that are featured on Netflix until the contract between Netflix and Disney ends.

Even though they are missing some content, Disney+ is still full of must-see shows that have ended up on my watch list. Shows that I grew up with as a kid have seemingly made a comeback, such as Twitches and Phineas and Ferb.

I like how user-friendly the service is, and I like that it feels similar to Hulu’s setup. I have always felt Netflix seems to cluttered the TV with too many pictures, graphics and words, but I feel that Disney+ has met a happy medium. I like that they do not show summaries unless you click on the icon for the movie or TV show. Overall, I believe that it is a very child-friendly service.

However, after a week of having the membership, the shows became repetitive. Disney

has already released a few original movies and shows on the service like “The Mandalorian,” Noelle and “The World According to Jeff Goldblum.” Soon, the company plans to release more original content, even from Marvel Studios, which has many shows lined up, such as “The Falcon and The Winter Soldier,” which will be released some time next year.

As of right now, the service is worth the money spent, but it does not have any binge-worthy content besides that of the Star Wars saga and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Within the next year, Disney+ will be much improved in original content, and it will soon have diverse content for all audiences.

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3 Senior Jaylah Mays takes the ball to the basket against Jennings

in their MSC match up on Nov. 14. Prior to the photo being 1 County taken, Mays scored her 1,000th point and gained entry into the Warriorette 1,000 Point Club.

Junior Jayden Criswell takes on Bedford North Lawrence High

opponent on Dec. 3, executing a Chicken Wing move to win 2 School a match. Since the beginning of the season, Criswell has been undefeated this winter.

Junior Dillyn Whittymore praticing his aim at the old middle school

Office Multi-Purpose Room on Dec. 4. Whittymore is 3 inonetheoutCentral of many high school archery players to aim 50 total points in a row.

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Away Brownston Central Providence Away Home Corydon Central Columbus North Away BNL Tournament Away BNL Tournament Away Home Madison Consolidated Home North Harrison Salem Away New Albany Away Clarksville Home Seymour Away Jennings Co. Away Switzerland Co. Away West Washington Away Silver Creek Home Paoli Home Southwestern-Hanover Home Mitchell Home Corydon Central Sectional

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Junior Peyton Richardson competes in the breaststroke at the swim meet on Dec. 5 at New Albany High School.

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Team maintains successful MSC record Baylee Comer Co-Editor-in-Chief

At the time The Booster went to press, the Warrior basketball team had a 2-0 record in the Mid-Southern Conference games.

The Warrior basketball team has many things they want to accomplish this season, but the obvious end goal, according to Brantley Deaton (12), is winning a Sectional Title.

“Last year we went from not very good to competitive, and this year we have a lot of work to do. Our goal is to be a championship team,” said Coach Brent Jameson.

Deaton says he has many things he is looking forward to this season. Among them, is a chance to make more memories with his team.

“I am looking forward to having another good season,” said Treyton Owens (11).

But to have a good season, the team must work for it.

With an improved schedule in opponents, the Warriors will be facing tougher teams than before. According to Hayden Cutter (10) shots the ball during the rivalry game against the Austin Eagles on Nov. 27. Scottsburg won the game with a final score of 60-33, while Cutter scored 21 points during the game.

Owens, the team must improve on defense, “[we] need to stop the other team from scoring points.”

Jameson said, “We need to [be] more disciplined and execute better, play hard, be competitive.”

On Wednesday, Nov. 27, the Warriors faced the Austin Eagles in the annual rivalry game. Throughout the game, Scottsburg stayed ahead of Austin in points.

In the second quarter, the score was 12-9, and the final score was 60-33 in favor of the Warriors. Top scorers on the team included Senior Nick Sebastiao with 24 points, Sophomore Hayden Cutter with 21 points, Junior Treyton Owens with 7 points, Junior Noah Smith with 4 points and Senior Brantley Deaton with 4 points.

On Dec. 3, the team played against Eastern Pekin Rams in another MSC game. At half time, the score was 13-39 in favor of Scottsburg, while the final score was 33-64 with a win for the Warriors.

Tomorrow, the Warriors will play against the Braves in Brownstown in an MSC game, while on Saturday, the team will travel to Providence to compete. The Be sure to support your Warriors by arriving early and taking your seats; the varsity game starts at 7:30 p.m. on both days.

Next week, the team will compete at Meyer Gym against the Corydon Lions. Varsity starts at 7:30 p.m.

Photo by Abby Doriot

Girls Basketball

Coaches use ‘take care of today’ motto to practice Justice LaMaster Staff Writer

The Warriorettes have been very mature and dedicated to their basketball team this year. It has created a better team balance, and players have expressed their individuality in a way that shows commitment and cordiality.

“I am most proud of seeing how they have matured year after year. I believe that sports are what makes them more mature because sports come with commitment, learning what hard work is about and learning how to get along with others,” Coach Donna Cheatham said.

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riorettes going all the way, because of how well they are doing right now.

“Being a Warriorette, I am proud of how hard our team works. We never give up during our games, and everyone has such a determination to win,” Zoe Zellers(11) said.

Before The Booster went to press, the Warriorettes were 3-2 and are still trying to be at the top, at their games. Tonight, the JV Warriorettes will be playing an away game at six, against New Albany.

“From the studies I have done, I believe that the Warriorettes win the same amount of away games as they do at home. Mentally, the location of a game does not have an effect on the players, but the crowd and how big the gymnasium is does seem to have an effect on the girls.

What I tell my girls is do not give me excuses; just give me results. This is a way I try to train the Warriorettes to be,” Cheatham said.

Most coaches would say that they have long term goals for their players before the end of the season; however, when it comes to the Warriorettes, the coaches are more worried about taking care of today because that is what makes tomorrow easier.

On the contrary, athletic director Jamie Lowry said, “I hope they win the Mid-Southern Conference and continue to succeed further more.”

Cheatham gave advice along these lines to the Warriorettes. “Do all you can do that day, so that you can be satisfied with yourself and have a better tomorrow,” she said.

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Cheer will compete at Disney World Abby Doriot Staff Writer

The Scottsburg High School cheer team competed at the UCA Hoosier Championship where they qualified for an opportunity to compete at Disney World in Feb. 2020. The competition hosted 59 different teams, and there were four teams in Scottsburg’s division. If a team obtained a score of 75 or better, it automatically received a bid to go to Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Scottsburg came in third place with 87.9 points.

“I was super excited for a solid five seconds, and then I was just exhausted. Then the next day, I went back to being super excited. I think all of the work we put into this caught up with me, and I was kind of overwhelmed,” Kennedy Stivers (10) said.

This is the first time any Scottsburg High School cheer team has gone to nationals since late 1990s.

“That’s when we had two different cheer teams – one for the Warrior basketball team and the Warriorette basketball team. Now that we have one cheer team for all sports, it leaves very little time for practices for games or competitions,” said Klarinda Tutterow, SHS cheer team coach.

With all of the games and practices, the cheerleaders

are able to become closer with everyone and bond with each other more.

“We’re so much closer this year, so I think that helped us make our routines even better. So because of that, I think we went into this competition with a much better chance of getting that bid and going on to Disney.” Jillian Smith (11) said.

The team will compete in the Game Day Preliminaries on the morning of Feb. 8. The semi-finals will be that afternoon, and then the finals will follow. The rest of the time will be devoted to exploring the parks and going to a celebration party just for cheerleaders, which will be held in Disney’s Magic Kingdom.

“This will bring the cheer team closer together because it is such an exciting experience. We will be able to see one of the happiest places on earth with each other,” Kensley Gambrell (10) said.

The team will be doing numerous fundraising activities to make sure as many people as possible are able to go with them since it will be the first trip on an airplane for several members and the first trip to Disney World for others.

“I’m excited to spend time with my team and make some unforgettable memories, as well as compete again,” Addy Borden (9) said.

In sports, dedication is the most common way to improve and better one’s ability. There is often the case of natural talent and a lack of ambition for betterment. Natural talent and devotion are both traits that a coach would want any athlete to have but does natural talent deserve to be celebrated or honored more than hard work and dedication.

According to “The American Journal of Bioethics”, natural talent is rare in an athlete, but when an athlete has a natural talent, they often perform just as well as an athlete that trains for that particular sport. Most coaches want dedication because it shows commitment to that sport. An athlete that takes time to train and work outside of practice is most likely to perform better at meets and competitions compared to someone that may be but talented and does not work or train outside of practice.

“As a coach, I would much rather have a dedicated athlete of average talent than a naturally talented athlete who lacks dedication,” coach Brandon Jerrell said. “Naturally talented athletes without dedication are frustrating to coach because they waste the incredible skills that they have and never come close to their potential.”

Sports take time and dedication in order for athletes to better themselves, and athletes are more likely to do better at their sports if they put in extra work and cooperate with their coaches. Coaches experience frustration with naturally talented athletes without dedication and would rather have athletes and players putting in the time and work to better perform.

“I take a lot of pride in seeing my athletes improve over the course of the season so it is very discouraging when someone doesn’t put the effort forward to get to the next level,” Jerrell said.

Being naturally talented in a sport does not mean that player or athlete is lazy and has a poor work ethic, and even though a player can be naturally talented in a sport, he or she still needs to put forth work and training outside of practice. Talented athletes still need to work toward bettering themselves in sports.

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SHS senior athletes commit to college teams Jaiden Herald Co-Editor-in-Chief

Jaylah Mays On Nov. 13, senior Jaylah Mays signed her national letter of intent to play National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II basketball for Lincoln Memorial University.

“I have wanted to play at the college level because ever since I can remember I have devoted my time to working on my game. I love basketball, and it has taught me so much. I’ve been blessed to have been motivated to be the best I can be. I’m thankful to have a family who supports me. Above all, Christ is my true motivation. I’m blessed to play the game I love every single day,” Mays said.

Alyssa Stagnolia Senior Alyssa Stagnolia signed her national letter of intent to play softball for Marian University on Nov. 15.

According to Stagnolia, from the first time she caught a softball, busted lip and all, she fell in love with the game.

Stagnolia made Warriorette history with her commitment to Marian University as she and teammate, Riley Pool (12), are the first Scottsburg softball players to play at the college level.

Stagnolia will play outfield and be a heavy hitter for the Knights.

Riley Pool On Nov. 18, Senior Riley Pool signed her national letter of intent to play National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I softball for DePaul University.

“I have always dreamed of playing at the college level because that’s where the best people go and I have strived to be the best,” Pool said.

Pool, along with fellow senior teammate, Alyssa Stagnolia, were the first in Warriorettes softball history to commit to play softball at the college level.

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Mays, who recently achieved her entry to the Warriorette 1,000 Point Club, will be filling the guard position on the Railsplitters’ roster.

“LMU aligns with my future plans because it is an amazing place where I can compete at the NCAA level, as well as get an education,” Mays said.

Mays plans to pursue a future with the U.S. Air Force as a pilot upon graduation from LMU. She is currently undecided on a major.

“I got to where I am now because of my work ethic, sacrifices, support of family, friends, and coaches and mainly God. I feel very excited to play at the college level, and I’m ready to continue working hard,” Mays said.

“Marian has an amazing softball team. Last year, they finished 54-3, 35-0 in the regular season. With that and many other accomplishments, I couldn’t be more blessed to be asked to be a part of the team. Marian also has an outstanding PreMed program, which I will be a part of. Not to mention, three of my best friends who I’ve played with since I was eight are going there as well,” Stagnolia said.

Stagnolia plans to major in biology with a PreMed focus as she hopes to become a general physician or pediatrician in the future.

“Both of my parents have made these sacrifices, took time out of their lives to support me in ways I can barely describe, [and] all of my success is for them,” Stagnolia said.

program. I am very grateful for the opportunities I have been given,” Pool said.

Pool will be the catcher for the DePaul Blue Demons.

“My father taught me everything I know from the very beginning in Tee Ball to my senior year. I have to accredit a lot of my success to my family’s support,” Pool said.

Pool plans to major in accounting while at DePaul. “[DePaul] has an amazing accounting program and a very good/respected softball team. I am very excited and a little nervous to play at the college level, but I am ready to be there and help the team,” Pool said.

Top sports differ depending on state in U.S.A. Sadie Fugate

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Alaska

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California

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Arkansas

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Mushing

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Georgia

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Kentucky

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Maine Biathlon

Wrestling

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Maryland Lacrosse

Horse Racing

Nevada Boxing

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What’s in your sports bag?

Isabela Diaz Staff Writer

The content of an athlete’s sports bag can tell a lot, such as things that they find important to their sport and things that are required to even practice.

These three athletes share what is most important in their bags for the sports they play.

I wear two shirts for sweating, plus a hoodie over that. I wear shorts because I don’t want my knees messed up on the ground. Yet again, I might wear long pants so I can sweat even more because you have to make weight.”

Hunter Richart, wrestler

I have a towel for after practice, suits to wear for practice, a couple pairs of goggles, swim caps, tech suits to wear during big meets such as sectionals, bio freeze for if my shoulders hurt, ear plugs to help keep the water out, earache drops for if I get swimmers ears, and a hair brush for after practice.”

Megan Hardin, swimmer

I have my braces for my ankles and my kneecap because when I tumble they sometimes hurt so I got to wrap them up. I have a few bags of medical supplies because sometimes I get hurt at practice, and if I need bandages or anything, I have it. I have my pom pom set because I always keep it on me; my uniform because we have a game tonight. I have my cheer shoes because ya know, a cheerleader is not complete without her cheer shoes. I also have Febreze fabric spray because they smell awful.”

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Archery

Team perfects aim for perfect season Hailey Christoff Staff Writer

Photo by Hailey Christoff

Hunter Fergison (10) aiming at his personally used target on Dec. 4.

“A good archer is known not by his arrows but by his aim,” quoted by Thomas Fuller. As an archer, being goal orientated is the factor that makes a team and season a successful one, but team concerns are a whole different story.

For Zachary Garza (10), one of his main concerns is how his teammates shoot.

“Usually if someone has a good day they shoot well and if they had a bad day, they shoot bad,” Garza said. Garza’s main concern is how he will benefit either the team or himself.

However, personal concerns can divert a teams progress, especially when there are doubts about the team players themselves.

“I’m usually concerned when the team feels uncertain on how we can progress through practice,” Emma Doud (11) said.

The archery team coach hopes for team players to practice outside of school.

“Whenever I’m at home, perfecting my aiming is my main goal,” Jonathan Eldridge (10) said.

For Brandon Wangner (10), staying healthy is a main priority.

“Keeping your entire arm strong is one of the many things that keep archers in shape for the season,” said Wangner.

For Garza, keeping up with your highest score is a major priority for the team.

“Any talks that we have with our coaches all have to deal with how we can improve our shooting and shoot for a high score, how to keep our focus on the target and mostly just to help us understand how we shot wrong and how we can fix it and improve,” Garza said. Garza mentioned how if you get 50 points, you get to use a special arrow holder, plus black arrows.

Doud said that if you pretend the bullseye is a main struggle for the sport, you will definitely hit the target.

On the other hand, Elridge’s conversation with the coach deals with raising other players’ spirits by commenting on their score or aim.

Wrestling

Players focus on individual goals, team pushes for win Isabela Diaz Staff Writer

The Scottsburg Warriors have yet to tackle the wrestling season. Unfortunately, the team only won one match, which was by Jayden Criswell, during the first meet and none the second meet. Now, this doesn’t include forfeits which go to their total number as a whole.

“Our first meet didn’t go as well as we hoped, but all that just means there is room for improvement,” Chance Uebel (12) said.

Though their matches won may be down in number, they are simply focusing on improvements they can make to better themselves for matches and as individuals.

“Our first meet really woke us up in that we need to focus and try not to go out there being shocked. We can improve on the fact

that we lose Mendez. our train of “[Coach thought when Mendez] wrestling, focuses on and we need never giving to, as individup, work ethuals and as ics, trusting a team, self the process, motivate ourfundamenselves before tals and bethe match being consisgins,” Hunter tent,” Jake Richart (9) Graham (10) Photo by Hailey Christoff said. said.

Gage Muse (9) executes a Half Nelson maneuver against a Not only Bedford North Lawerence opponent on Dec. 3. Muse only took “I think is it a start one minute to defeat his opponent, breaking a personal record. he really of a new seapushes us son, there are to our limnew faces and a new head coach (who has its, which is a good thing. He makes sure previously been the head, but not for last we’re doing and trying our absolute best,” year) on the team as well, including Coach Avery Lytle (10) said.

Though the matches didn’t turn out as hoped and only one was won, they keep looking forward and pushing themselves to their full potential.

“The wrestlers on my team are my family so I think I know potential when I see it. If we can just get to work and stay on track, we will be good wrestlers,” Richart said.

The wrestling team is indeed a family, but they really try to focus on their own, individual dreams, priorities and goals.

While many of the wrestlers try to focus on staying in shape and staying focused, others have a little different priorities. For example, Uebel’s goal is to go to semistate. Lytle has a similar goal.

“My goal is to at least advance to regionals this year. I didn’t do that well in sectionals last year, so it’s a big goal for me,” Lytle said.

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Bowling

Bowling knocks down obstacles for season Jaiden Herald Co-Editor-in-Chief

Photo by Jaiden Herald

Senior Kristin Hosea bowls in the team’s prebowl for league. Hosea palced first in conference in individuals.

The SHS girls bowling team has entered the season strong with 12-4 record and a current standing of first in conference.

“The team has done really well. We are bowling pretty consistent and seeing improvements across the board. We are looking forward to a competitive season,” girls coach David Hosea said.

Senior and girls captain, Kristin Hosea, ranked number one in conference in individuals with the highest average scoring. Grace Cannon (12) placed second.

“Ever since I started high school, it has been a goal of mine to be one of the top bowlers in our conference. Now that I’m a senior, it’s rewarding to finish my high school career on top,” Kristin Hosea said.

According to Coach David Hosea the team is working on picking up its spares and preparing for sectional.

“Our team goal is for everyone to get better and improve. We would also like to see the team win conference and qualify as a team for regionals,” Coach David Hosea said.

The boys bowling team began its season under the guidance of a new head coach, Bobby Richie Jr.

“I think our new coach is very knowledgeable about bowling and has really helped all of us improve on all of our skills,” Jeffrey Drury (11) said.

According to Richie, he is excited to begin his coaching career with the team.

“We had to get used to the new coach, but I think that it has worked out very well and the team chemistry is up,” Cole Atha (11) said.

In addition, for the first five matches of the season the team was bowling down one man.

“Bowling with four people was pretty difficult, but we did still beat some teams that had a full team and that was a big boost. From now on, we should have a full team, and that will make it easier to compete,” Atha said.

As of Dec. 9 the boys team is currently 3-3 in the season.

“Right now we are just trying to take each match into perspective. We want all of the bowlers to have fun and improve. We are working hard to establish the boys team back as well,” Richie said.

According to Richie, he expects the team to be competitive moving forward in the season with a full roster.

“Even down a man we were not losing by a lot. These boys have a lot of potential,” he said.

The team will begin competing in baker games on Dec. 7.

Swim

Team swims toward conference Donald Arbuckle Sports Editor

The SHS co-ed swim team has come into the season wanting to perform and swim their best. Some swimmers are excited, and ready to perform and push themselves.

The coach even has high hopes for the girls part of the team.

“The girls just placed second of 9 teams at the Charlestown invite,” Coach Brandon Jerrell said. “It is looking like they will have a phenomenal season. We might even have a shot at finishing 2nd in Mid-Southern Conference this year.”

The swimmers are also hopeful and prepared for the upcoming season.

“I think as a team we will have a really strong season, one of our best for sure,” Megan Hardin (12) said.

“For me personally I’m looking forward to conference.

As a team, we are looking forward to seeing how much we will improve and get better with each meet.”

The SHS swim team is ready to give the Mid-Southern Conference their all and are very hopeful in placing decently.

“My season is going great so far,” Makayla Barger (11) said. “I think I will perform well this year. I have been pushing myself and my times are good. Our team should be on track to do great things and we are pushing ourselves to perform our best.”

Photo by Isabela Diaz

Braden Collins (11) goes up to the surface to get a quick breath. Collins was participating in the 200 IM breaststroke on Dec. 5.

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