Leslie Rolfe, Staff Writer
March 25, 2013
Emily Apple, an all-star athlete and student, is a one-of-a-kind gal with a promising future. She will leave Harpeth Hall for Vanderbilt next fall, where she will don black and gold to cheer on the Commodores. She will carry her passion for sports to a new campus, in addition to her dry humor and clever... Read more »
Claire Temple, Staff Writer
March 25, 2013
While many Harpeth Hall athletes can be found front-squatting and dead-lifting in the weight room, they are not the only ones remaining active.Teachers are doubling as experts in the classroom and experts in fitness. Coach Jim Romero has workouts for faculty and staff, which are held Tuesdays and Thursdays... Read more »
Carson Hewett and Liza Southwick, Sports Editors
March 25, 2013
Buffy Baker- Tennis Coach “We have a commitment from a core group of individuals who I think will make state success a reality this year. This is not just my goal but what I feel like the players believe. It not only takes desire, but belief and tenacity. If we focus on this, then the whole season... Read more »
Eleanor Smith, Staff Writer
March 25, 2013
Many of the students at Harpeth Hall might wonder: how did the rivalry between Harpeth Hall and Ensworth begin? Ensworth High School has only been around since 2002, while Harpeth Hall dates back to 1951. Harpeth Hall’s main rivals before Ensworth existed were Brentwood Academy and Father Ryan High... Read more »
Rebecca Morris, Staff Writer
March 25, 2013
On Wednesday, Feb. 13, the U.S. Women’s Soccer Team defeated Scotland 3-1 at LP Field in front of 14,224 fans, the largest crowd to ever watch a soccer match in the state of Tennessee. Forward Abby Wambach earned her 200th international career appearance (called a “cap”), making her the 8th U.S.... Read more »
Liza Southwick, Sports Editor
February 6, 2013
Fourth down and goal as the play clock winds down. With 1:50 left in the game, the outcome rests on standout quarterback Colin Kaepernick’s shoulders as he prepares for a chance to put his team in the lead. After a controversial no call of holding in the end zone on the 49ers’ final attempt at a... Read more »
Carson Hewett, Sports Editor
February 1, 2013
Thirty-one of Harpeth Hall’s swimmers and divers rose early to compete in the annual Regions Swim Meet on Friday, Jan. 25. This year, the stakes were raised against the Bearacudas as it was predicted to be a close meet with the Brentwood High Bruins. Junior swimmer Callie Kirkland said, “It was really... Read more »
Rebecca Morris, Staff Writer
December 12, 2012
Have you ever been to a volleyball game where Senior Warner Tidwell spikes a ball so hard that her opponents gawk in awe of her talent? Have you ever seen Junior Kirstin Robertson strike a ball at a soccer game with such pace and accuracy that the opposing goalkeeper only has time to watch the ball whiz... Read more »
Anne Elise Cain, Staff Writer
December 12, 2012
As of this year, Harpeth Hall competes against rival schools in crew. A typical day in the life of a rower starts by waking up at about 4 a.m., piling into the Harpeth Hall bus and traveling to Percy Priest Lake. There, the rowers carry the boat and oars down to the dock. The coach’s launch is set... Read more »
Delaney Jacoway, Staff Writer
December 12, 2012
It is hard to be motivated to stay fit during the holiday break. Do not worry, though, because there are plenty of simple ways to stay healthy. Motivation is key when it comes to exercising alone. “Always have a specific goal or motivation to get some type of exercise everyday,” said Sophomore Lizzy... Read more »
Martha Schull
Back Page Editor
Back for another year on staff, Martha Schull will being filling Mary Liza Hartong’s size-8 shoes as Back Page Editor. She is looking forward to having coveted, colored ink and spending article assignment... Read more »