The JV girls basketball team went 16-0 this season. The team credits their success to a combination of team chemistry, skill and their coaches. “We had really good team chemistry,” sophomore and captain Chloe Cole said. “We all got along really well, and we’re just really good.” Freshman Lauren OlsonContinue Reading
Freshman Taye Mihrete poses in the hallway, wearing his new yellow Nike Tech Fleece. Mihrete used Christmas money to buy himself a Tech Fleece from Nike, opting to buy one in yellow. His purchase garnered attention across grade levels. “It gave me attention,” he said. “Now more people know me.”Continue Reading
The clock strikes midnight and the new year starts, bringing a fresh beginning for many. After two weeks of winter break, it’s time to get back to our normal routines. The new year brings pressure to revamp your lifestyle and create resolutions that are not always attainable. Resolutions are aContinue Reading
In order to create a better environment for students, Fairfax County Public Schools conducts strategic plan surveys every few years to determine their goals. This year, in conjunction with the survey, Principal Jeff Litz set up meetings with students to hear about their experiences at school. Some of the meetingsContinue Reading
Gymnastics had to make cuts for the first time since Alexandra Mostoller has been the head coach at Marshall. The coaches only offered 25 spots on the team this season. “I think around 10 people got cut,” sophomore Molly Peksens said. There was an increase in numbers at tryouts comparedContinue Reading
Along with nearby highschools, Marshall has faced a shortage of officials to work at sporting events. According to the Director of Student Activities, Joseph Swarm, many associations have said the reason for the shortage is the treatment referees sometimes receive from spectators, coaches and players for little pay. “It’s unfortunateContinue Reading
The new school year brings a new change for the freshman girl’s basketball team coaching staff. World History and Geography teacher Ashleigh Williams was selected to coach for the 2022-2023 season. She played basketball in college and has coached previously. “I played at Angelo State University in Texas before IContinue Reading