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Volume 23 | Issue 2 | December 17, 2020
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December 17, 2020
Fine arts students continue auditions despite pandemic by sophomore Jayda Rodriguez
With the madness of the pandemic, many students have had to adapt to virtually everything. From not being able to see the board clearly through the pixels of our iPad screens to poor connection on zoom calls, it seems like we can’t escape the challenges and frustrations that go with this new normal. But some students at Hudson are welcoming these changes. All-State choir students were required to audition virtually… and most loved it. In previous years, students auditioned in person either in groups or as soloists. They wouldn’t figure out what they needed to sing until auditions, making the already stressful experience even more nerve-wracking. This year, each student auditioned as a soloist and learned everything in advance of auditioning. “I loved being able to send in a video because I could redo it as many times as I wanted until I was confident,” said senior Olivia Jursik, who has auditioned twice for All-State in her 7-year choir career. Other seniors like Jetta Colsch and Maddie Santman will have to conduct more virtual auditions in order to be accepted into the University of Northern Iowa’s Music Program. “I’m a little nervous because I’ve had to audition in front of a camera [for All-State], and I almost feel better auditioning in front of a panel of judges. It’s what I’m used to,” said senior Maddie Santman. Also going virtual this year was the school play. The crew was able to pre-film via zoom on the school’s iPads. Then,
Senior Roberto Verastegui tickets for the show were available to those who and junior Izzy Jorgensen wanted to watch the production as it streamed (pictured above) were two of 16 students in the Nov. 13. virtual play this fall. Said Casey Tecklenburg, Hudson’s 7-12 vocal
music instructor and play production manager, “A big challenge that we had was editing all of the footage, but we just had to sit down and do it.” Both the high school band and choir have streamed three concerts this semester, replacing in-person performances, due to the pandemic.
Snow more Snow Days? Inclement weather as virtual learning opportunity shunned by HCSD by junior Madison Michael
The pandemic has taken the homecoming dance
The administration also felt that remote learning
and Macho Match, but it will not take our beloved
was not an adequate replacement for in-person in-
Snow Days.
struction. Though Voss acknowledges virtual learn-
The Nov. 1 edition of The Courier reported that
ing has improved from the spring due to teacher
Governor Kim Reynolds will allow districts to use
training, it is still not as favorable as face-to-face
missed days due to inclement weather as a virtual
instruction.
learning day at a press conference earlier in July.
Unfortunately for the majority of the students
With winter weather drawing near and COVID cases
who adamantly do not want Snow Days to become
rising, this possibility is resurfacing for many Iowa
virtual learning days, it is not completely ruled out.
schools.
If it appeared that school was close to being extend-
Districts would be able to utilize this online option for up to five days within a two week period. For example, if January 11, 2021, was a Snow Day, districts would be able to learn virtually until January 15.
ed into June due to missed days, then the administration may consider making Snow Days virtual. There was one other scenario that could possibly result in an online learning Snow Day. “If we have multiple days to plan and can see a
The Janesville and Waverly-Shell Rock School
storm coming, we might say, ‘It looks like there is a
Districts have decided to use this option, but the
possibility we are going to have to cancel school the
majority of students at HHS, 84%, are hoping the
next several days for a major winter storm. Please
Hudson Community School District (HCSD) won’t.
take everything home that you think you might need
Superintendent Anthony Voss agrees.
in case we have to cancel [in-person] school’,” Voss
According to Voss, it would be challenging to exe-
explained. “In that case, it might make sense to uti-
cute this option due to a lack of notice. In most cas-
lize a virtual option.”
es, there would not be enough time for teachers to
Ultimately, the excitement for students that
prepare a virtual lesson or for students to make sure
comes from a Snow Day won out for now. Said Voss,
they had all their necessary supplies, such as iPads,
“I was a kid once, and I know there is something
folders, notebooks, etc.
magical about a Snow Day.”
Should Hudson go virtual on Snow Days? Yes
“It would eliminate the days we need to make up at the end of the year. We wouldn’t need to make it up because it counts as a day if we go online.”
-senior Emily Headington
No
“I don’t think we should have virtual Snow Days because a Snow Day is our time off.” -senior Jayden Burnside
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December 17, 2020
The Covid Diaries..
by junior Madison Michael
His mom logged into the patient portal online where his It was Labor Day weekend, a usually fun end to summer,
results were waiting. The test was positive.
but for junior Landon Monroe, something wasn’t right.
“[I thought to myself] I have corona. I can’t do anything
He didn’t feel like himself. Deep down he knew what was
about it; I just need to accept it,” Monroe said of learning
wrong.
of his diagnosis.
That day Monroe had been out jet skiing with friends at
Once the news broke to his family, all 10, ranging from 9
George Wyth Lake. Within a few hours of arriving home, he
to 40 years old, rushed home where they began their quar-
started to feel ill. He had a cough, headache, and fever of
antine.
105 degrees, all of which got progressively worse as the day
Monroe spent the duration of his two week “house ar-
went on. He and his mom agreed- it was time to get tested.
rest” sleeping and attempting school work virtually. He
As Monroe rode to MercyOne with his mom, he had a
describes the online schooling process as “stressful and
gut feeling the results
difficult”. The worst part was trying to teach himself the
would not be in his
material he was given, all while being exhausted. He was
favor. He was right.
still battling body aches and a fever of 106.4°.
Upon arrival, the medical
team
en-
noyed and tired of being stuck in one location, but the idea of getting back to normal life kept them optimistic and
room barely recog-
excited for the future. Luckily for them, as time went on,
nizable, each wearing
things started to look up.
protectors, photo by freshman Sofia Brown
Monroe proudly wore his “I Survived COVID-19” shirt on his first day back.
AMONG US
The second week began the close of quarantine, and
by senior Jetta Colsch
Among Us is a mobile game that has grown in popularity among HHS students. The game takes place on a space station, and the players play as small astronaut characters. The game involves two roles: the crewmates and the imposters. CREWMATES:
Seek out the imposter and complete all assigned tasks. Stay alive, and stay alert. Resolve the sabotages and finish tasks before everyone is killed by the imposter(s).
Everyone was also starting to get antsy. They were an-
tered his examination
two lab coats, shoe
gamers
senior Mia McNeal display name: Cowboy color: purple
“When I’m a crewmate, I like the challenge of trying to figure out who the imposter is and completing my tasks. When I’m the imposter, I like the challenge of sneaking around and trying to kill everyone.”
IMPOSTERS:
gloves,
Monroe was starting to feel significantly better. His fever
Kill all crewmates without revealing your identify. Sabotage the
face
and headaches were much improved. Weeks later he still
others to distract them from their tasks. Blend in, and don’t get
shields covering what
suffered a slight cough and a lack of appetite but isn’t fear-
caught. There can be one to three imposters depending on the
seemed
ful of any long term effects.
desired gameplay.
masks,
and like
every
inch of their body. Just then, one inserted a long swab in
“I didn’t really want to go back to school, but I knew
his nose and pushed backwards until it reached the back
in-person learning would be more beneficial, especially
of his throat.
since I had a lot of catching up to do,” said Monroe who
“It made me nervous,” said Monroe. “The only way I can think to explain it is like choking on a Dorito- it was painful, stings, and makes your eyes water.”
returned anxious of how others would react. To his surprise, it was as if nothing had changed. No one avoided or treated him differently.
It also triggered a taste that he would never forget. “The
Prior to being diagnosed with the virus, Monroe be-
swab went so far back into my nose that it left an aftertaste
lieved this novel virus was similar to the flu. He still be-
similar to Cheerios. They were ruined for me after that,”
lieves this to be true but has a new perspective.
Monroe laughed. Immediately after testing, he was checked into a hospital room because doctors were concerned about his high,
To those concerned, this COVID-19 survivor would tell them, “Take proper care of yourself, but don’t let fear control your life.”
unstable heart rate. He was not allowed to have any family or friends with him. To pass the time, he watched Disney movie after Disney movie. Periodically, he would sleep while nurses and doctors shuffled in and out of the room checking his vitals and IV. Eventually, Monroe was cleared to return home at 4:30 that afternoon. Seventy-two hours later his official results were back.
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junior Luke Kuehl display name: Dad of Two color: blue
“I like playing with my friends and the logical thinking that’s required.”
sophomore Anna Haskovec display name: Annaconda color: yellow
“My favorite thing about Among Us is the suspense of the game and how it brings people together.”
THE OBJECTIVE:
Win in the way that your assigned role can. The crewmates win by either finishing all of their tasks or by voting the imposter(s) out. The imposter wins by killing the crewmates and placing suspicion on other players or by orchestrating a successful sabotage.
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For many, nothing says Christmas like putt on your flannel pjs and watching a Christm movie. But which is the best? Enjoy filling this Holiday Face-Off with your family friends to decide what to watch. Hit play! by sophomore Josie Bergmeier
by sophomore Lane Rogers
To most, Christmas is a time of Santa, hot chocolate, and
presents. But this year, it should only be about the presence. After all, that is what Christmas is all about- being with family and friends. gers The Ro
Traditions like putting the star on the top of the tree, baking cookies, or going to Grandma’s on Christmas Eve mean more
winner
when they are done together. With rising COVID numbers, people are tentative to get together, nervous, unwilling even. But that’s why we need
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Christmas - now more than ever.
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Spending this holiday season with friends and family will help & urzer Mr. W n Arraut a v o Don llees The Sa
heal the heart.
Perhaps now, more than ever, we need to be united, not only with our family, but with our spirits.
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We all need Christmas to fill the hole COVID has left in all of our lives.
Christmas is our light at the end of this dark tunnel called
Christmas Eve Bars senior Annie Nehmer
by sophomore Ainsley Slade
Butterscotch Rolls junior Levi Budreau
Many families have cherished holiday traditions, some around what we eat. Three proud Pirates share recipes that have been holiday favorites in their households so that we can make them in our own homes to enjoy!
Molasses Cookies senior Caitlyn O’Malley
Tasty Traditions
2020.
Who sings it best?
Holiday Hits Edition
Dear
Santa,
I know I wasn’t perfect this year, but I hope I made the Nice List. So here are a few things I hope to find under my tree on Christmas morning!
by sophomore Josie Bergmeier
• car trash holder • thread earrings • Burn After Writing book
• new tube for the lake • clothes • money
• PS5 • hoverboard • a dog
• money • AirPods • stuff for college
junior Calli Heinzerling
freshman Mackenzie Stuart
freshman Lucas Grady
senior Emily Ingamells
We asked Hudson High School students which version of classic Christmas songs they liked best. There was one clear winner and some very close runner-ups.
Voted Best version
“It’s the Most W “White Chri
tting mas g out and
Time for “The hap-hap-happiest Christmas” movie ever by freshman Mackenzie Stuart
Cozy
up
in
your
Whether it’s spending
Christmas PJ’s and sip
hours untangling a mas-
on some hot cocoa as you
sive ball of lights, hunting
watch National Lampoon’s
for the perfect gift, slav-
Christmas Vacation.
ing to make the perfect
The 1989 comedy film,
holiday meal, or being
written by Home Alone’s
stuck with family mem-
John Hughes, is based
bers you are glad to only
on his short story in the
see once a year, everyone
National Lampoon Mag-
can find something to
azine “Christmas ‘59”.
relate to in this exagger-
This film marks the student council’s pick
ated but honest look at
third ad-
the holidays.
dition
Its
crazy
storyline
to National Lampoon’s
takes you on an unpre-
vacation film sequence
dictable, insane journey
which follows the quirky
of amusement.
American Griswold fam-
Taking such a typical,
ily, led by one of Saturday
relatable family Christ-
Night Live’s original cast
mas and adding multiple
members Chevy Chase.
hysterical plot twists and
It’s Christmas! The
comedic lines, especially
happiest time of year in
those delivered by Cous-
the Griswold household,
in Eddy (Independence
which Grandpa Art (The
Day’s
Randy
Quaid),
Defenders’ E. G. Mar-
makes Christmas Vaca-
shall) likes to refer to as
tion the gift that keeps on
“the nuthouse”.
giving.
Wonderful Time of the Year” istmas” | “Halleluhah”
Runner-Ups:
J
“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” Andy Williams
J
“White Christmas” Bing Crosby
J
“Hallelujah” Bob Dylan
Rising Star?
Freshman Drew Barber was voted for all three songs by some of his classmates. Who knew we had our own “celebrity”Christmas artist at Hudson High School. We’ll be awaiting an album this holiday season... or maybe even a live performance.
photo by freshman Sofia Brown
New Year’s C o u n t d o w n
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“Continue to work on myself, mentally and physically.” - senior Alyssa Meyer
“To continue getting good grades in school through Covid.”
- sophomore Ayden Meyer
“To earn enough money to buy a house.”
- senior Carter Swope
“To be happy and not let anything get to me or take anything to heart.”
- junior Marissa Mayer
Check out some of the Hudson High School sudents’ New Years Resolutions to get inspired to come up with your own. Let’s ring in 2021! by sophomore Ainsley Slade
“To be more open minded to others’ views.” - senior Jared King
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December 17, 2020
Who’s the fairest of them all?
by senior Halle Haack
I was only in first grade when I used to draw myself with blonde hair and blue eyes. I felt like nothing more
than an outsider in my own body, a racial stereotype, and a little bit too different in comparison to the rest of the world. I am a part of what makes up 5.6% of our entire nation’s population- a minority. So, it’s not hard to see how I don’t fit in. In a world full of color, I continually see white. It starts with the media. What we see and who is presented to us sets a precedent and shapes our world’s view of reality. But, the media continues to only showcase one standard: white.
Growing up, to put it plainly, I hated the way that I looked. Everywhere I went and everyone I saw fit a Eurocentric ideal I couldn’t meet. Nothing explicitly told me to feel insecure, but it was almost impossible not to. The ideas of normal and desirable were only represented in a race that is not mine. Little moments of vulnerability accumulated through-
out my childhood. It was when I didn’t know what Disney princess to dress up as or when I watched yet another TV show that included a token Asian character perpetuating
a stereotype. I had never once looked up at a screen and felt proud of who I was. Rather, I felt embarrassed. But, perhaps the saddest fact was that I had never realized what exactly I’d missed out on until I was older. While the majority of the population finds affirmation in their identity every single day, it leaves a large margin underrepresented. Regardless, the media constantly gives that majority something to identify with. The rest of us? We can only identify with our own feelings of displacement. It’s why diversity within the media is so im-
portant– so necessary. There are millions of people that don’t fit into the normalized Eurocentric standard, and they matter just as much. We matter. We deserve the same opportunity to be seen and appreciated as we are.
For a couple of weeks at the beginning of
remember to switch supplies after lunch?
changed is the unfounded hatred of back-
this year while backpacks were permitted
Am I going to need anything else for the
packs in the classroom.
(or at least not specifically reprimanded),
class I‘m walking into? I never knew.
For years, teachers have enforced a rule
Now, I know this rule wasn’t put into
against bringing backpacks to class, but I
I would go from class to class with few
place without having any reasoning behind
honestly haven’t heard a legitimate point
cares in the world. I
it, but is it truly helping to combat the con-
against having them. However, I have found
knew I had everything I
cerns that have arisen?
ample reasons as to why they should be al-
my life was easy.
needed. My homework
If the idea was to keep teachers from
wasn’t forgotten, I had
tripping, they can still fall over our mon-
First of all, I’m already carrying around
my textbook, and I
strous piles of schoolwork on the floor. If
multiple books, binders, folders, note-
even had my chapstick,
the idea was to keep our school drug-free,
books, and now an iPad. While it may be
lotion, earbuds, hand
anyone could have drugs in their pockets.
a smaller device, we used to at least have
sanitizer, and an extra
If the idea to keep guns out of the school,
computer bags for a little extra storage (to
mask. I was set!
a person could still bring a gun in their
carry extra pencils, headphones, notecards,
waistband or hoodie pocket.
a folder, maybe a notebook, etc.) along with
But once teachers
All in all, the backpack rule does nothing
Rule, it made it a lot
to ensure the safety of classmates or teach-
Even despite block scheduling lessening
more difficult for me to
ers. But, it does guarantee an everlasting
our daily load, we have more things to carry
go about my day.
battle with anxiety over whether or not I’ll
and less assistance in doing so....
arrive at my upcoming 90-minute class
folders with me? Will I
with everything I need to have a successful period.
Better with backpacks by senior Jetta Colsch
lowed.
began enforcing The
Do I have the right
A lot has changed this year at Hudson High School. But, one thing that hasn’t
Game Changer |by freshman Braden McCullough
a specific place to put our device.
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93% of the 161 high school students polled prefer block scheduling
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December 17, 2020 by freshman Katelynn Starr
by freshman Braden McCullough
You know that one weird kid who sits alone at lunch? That’s Bush.
Fenne Lily’s second album, BREACH, leaves you with all the
And you need to give that underrated ‘90s grunge underdog a chance.
feels.
This British rock band, who is known for their post-grunge and
Lily grew up in a small town in Dorset, England. She attended
alternative rock style, released their most popular album, Sixteen
Beaminster School until she turned 16 and started playing con-
Stone, in 1994.
certs in Bristol. In 2016, she began playing in folk style and in-
The lyrics are quite odd, choppy, and inexplicable, but that just
die music festivals all around the UK. Today, she’s an artist who is
makes me want to listen to them even more. The hardcore electric
making a name for herself throughout the world.
guitar and the slow pounding of drums really shows the erratic per-
This album will make you feel careless, joyful, and delighted all
sonality that the band has.
at once. The guitar in each track is so relaxing; it is the perfect mix
“Swallowed” and “Comedown” are two, short three-minute time spans of emotion-packed music. When listening, I was thrown into thousands of different scenarios. The imagery alone about loss, rage, confusion, and loneliness makes the tracks all the better. The loud and fast-paced songs made me feel like they were letting out their frustration. The slower, more smooth songs sounded sadder, hurt-filled, and nostalgic. “Bomb”. The title alludes to what the track actually turned out to be. The repetition of the same lyric screaming in my ears makes me on the verge of a headache. I’m all for screaming but not when it makes me want to rip my own brain out. Otherwise, the rest of the album is by far one of the greatest in existence. Bush gets overshadowed by bands like Nirvana, Alice In Chains, and Stone Temple Pilots. In fact, Bush got a lot of hate for being “Nirvana wannabes,” but I personally think that they have their own unique sound. So give the weird kid, Bush, a chance. You
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acoustic. Lily’s voice is the perfect addition to this aura. Her voice is calming and airy while still maintaining a powerful undertone. It’s the key sound, tying her soft guitar and violin instrumentals together. On the other hand, when you really listen to the lyrics, you will find they evoke another set of emotions. The song “Berlin” has some sad lyrics like It’s not hard
to be alone anymore, and the song “Birthday” shows anger through We talked about
getting married, and now I hate your guts. Another aspect that makes Lily’s album one to listen to is that none of her songs
share a diverse range of artists
contain a chorus. None. And unlike any
that will help inspire the next
titles like “Laundry”.
addition to your playlist.
may even find out that they are cooler than they seem. by freshman Kate McNeal
of the soft picking of an electric guitar and the strumming of an
other artist I know of- she creates track Whether you want to take a drive down a winding road in the woods or just relax on the beach, this album will not disappoint.
solo artist.
Other instruments, like the piano and electric guitar,
Do you ever get tired of hearing the same type of music
The album abysskiss is very different from typical pop
can be heard in a couple of songs. But, in every song there
and just want a change? Adrianne Lenker’s peculiar al-
music. These songs are like fluffy, white clouds gliding
is a guitar that sets the mood and the melody of each song.
bum abysskiss offers just that.
unhurriedly across a baby blue sky- mesmerizing. Lenker
The album abysskiss was overall very breezy and se-
None of the songs on this 2018 album seem to fit into
sings each word with care in a wispy, airy voice.
rene- the kind of songs you’d hear in a spa or nursery.
one category of music, which makes it refreshing. Instead,
On the other hand, “out of your mind” is the one track
This is also very good music for
she creates mixes of many genres to make something no
unlike the rest. It sticks out among the others because it
when you want to focus without
one has heard before. How would I describe it? Well, the
is extremely upbeat. Lenker’s typical soft voice is louder
distractions.
music has a modern indie vibe while also sounding like
and assertive.
something you would hear coming out of a ‘50s jukeboxan odd but addictive mix.
If you don’t generally enjoy
Because the lyrics are sung softly and quickly, you
indie music, give Adrianne Len-
should have them pulled up in front of you to better un-
ker’s album abysskiss a listen.
Lenker, originally from Minnesota, started singing and
derstand and appreciate them. Her lyrics remind me of a
You may be surprised- and that
writing songs at the very young age of eight. She contin-
love poem from a long time ago, with touching lines like In
is a good thing.
ued in her career with five solo albums. Lenker joined the
the hour I loved you, like a dream it was true, in the base of
band Big Thief in 2015 but continued releasing music as a
my pine. They truly make you think.
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December 17, 2020
Can you dig it? Junior boys try volleyball
it’s time for two junior boys to break gender boundaries. Juniors Zander Larson and Jake Yoder have both played a variety of sports since they were in elementary. But, this
Ready to rumble
past fall they decided to take on something a little different-
by freshman Talia Simmer
volleyball. Aside from the annual Macho Match during homecoming, volleyball has been a traditionally female sport for Hudson athletes. Larson and Yoder, who spent their free time playing sand volleyball in the spring and summer months, never thought they’d have a chance to play competitively. That changed when Larson’s mom saw a post on Facebook, inviting males to October tryouts for club volleyball. Larson and Yoder tried out for, and got invited to join, not one but two club volleyball teams- Smash and CIA. The duo chose Smash, which is just starting its male team over the veteran male team of CIA. They believed it was the best place for new players like them to learn and would provide them with more court time. Although Larson, who first got interested in
Four Hudson girls the sport by watching the Olympics, doesn’t think currently compete by junior Caroline Mitchell More and more girls are playing sports that were tradi- they’ll be bringing home any gold medals their on the female teams for tionally meant for men. In fact, in the past five years, Hudson first season, both are certain they will have fun. Smash Volleyball Club. has had a female wrestler and a female football player. Now
growing high school sport in Iowa. Following this rising trend, Hudson High School students have decided to see if bowling is... up their alley. “Sophomore year, my friends and I joked about starting a bowling team at Hudson,” said senior Ashley Starr. “Now that we have the opportunity, we all decided to join and see what happens.” Starr is one of seven Hudson students that will unite City, Waterloo Christian, and Expo to form a high
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tling team. As a kid, freshman Emmalee Sharar went to every meet to watch her brother, Justin Huey (Hudson Class of 2015). It peaked her interest in the sport. “When I watched him wrestle, I felt like I was in his shoes,” said Sharar. She continued to love wrestling through her childhood. “I thought about joining a team a couple times, but it’s a really intimidating de-
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In addition to the fun, bowling has also provided Britson
According to Kevin Wurzer, who has been the athletic
with financial support. After placing well at a tournament,
director at Hudson for the last 20 years, students have al-
the directors are not allowed to hand out cash. Instead,
ways had this opportunity, but few have taken advantage
they deposit the money into an account for the athlete that
of it.
can later be used towards college.
Waterloo West head coach Brandon Steen emailed the
As Britson transitions to the high school level, he is excited for more than just the prize.
aware of this opportunity. When the office made an announcement over the intercom, students’ ears perked up. “When we made the bowling announcelee, who cited a dozen students that showed
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son, explaining why he first joined. “I wanted to do it more.”
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ment, there was immediate interest,” said Sal-
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school bowling team under Waterloo West’s name this win-
athletic secretary, Dee Sallee, asking her to make students
with 25 other students from Waterloo West, LaPorte
ng
mats and joining Hudson High School’s wres-
photos by senior Halle Haack
According to Iowa Public Radio, bowling is the fastest
photo by senior Jetta Colsch
The first female in five years is taking the
up interested in learning more. One of them was senior Cassidy McCormick. “I joined bowling because I thought it would
Nonetheless, according to Steen, regardless of the bowler’s previous experience, all athletes will have the opportu-
Did You Know?
nity to compete at either the varsity or junior
Business teacher Jeff Curley coached boys and girls bowling for two years while at WodenCrystal Lake- Titonka.
varsity level. “I look forward to overall improving my ability to play and to be part of a team,” said Britson. “I also look forward to more exposure to tournaments.”
be a good opportunity to meet new people and step out of
Steen is excited to have Hudson students joining the
my comfort zone,” said McCormick, who has only bowled
program. Said Steen, “I am an ambassador for bowling in
occasionally with friends on the weekends. The other five
general. So, anytime we have a chance to expose more kids
female bowlers also have very little experience.
to the sport we love... I will take that opportunity!”
Freshman Drew Britson, on the other hand, has been
On Nov. 9, the team began practicing Mondays, Wednes-
involved in middle school and league bowling for the past
days, and Thursdays from 3:30- 5:30 p.m. at Cadillac XBC
five years.
in Waterloo. The team hopes to conclude the season at the
“My grandma would take my cousins and I bowling about
state finals on Feb. 21.
every six months, and it was always really fun,” said Brit-
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