Welcome Back, Trojans!
BY KERRI PORTER STAFF WRITER est Side Story would like to welcome all students and teachers back to school after the unexpected two-week snow break caused by five consecutive winter storms. Getting back into the daily routine of waking up at 6:30am and spending seven hours at school can be challenging, but we hope that everyone can jump back into this schedule. Just as we were losing hope on ever seeing snow this winter, at least 12 inches of snow and ice blanketed East Tennessee, allow-
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ing for We s t Hi g h s t u dents to finally have their f u n in the s n o w. O n l y n i n e s n o w Sophomore Tristan Lotivio d a y s bundles up and goes snoww e r e boarding in his neighborhood. granted be Most students cause President’s Day would agree that it was a holiday. This was nice to have a secleaves Hamblen Coun- ond “Winter Break” ty Schools with an to take time away additional four days. from school and re-
Prom Dress-Code Guidelines BY ELIZABETH CARROLL STAFF WRITER
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adies and gentlemen, it’s that time of year again. It’s the time many juniors and seniors (and possibly those lucky underclassmen)
start making plans for their dream prom. Ladies, when you’re out trying to find that perfect dress, make sure you keep in mind a few guidelines on what you can and
cannot wear. Gentlemen, your guidelines aren’t quite as detailed as the ladies’ guidelines, but please, dress up a little for your date by following your guidelines.
For the ladies:
For the Gentlemen:
• Midriff area of the body (front and sides) should be covered. • Neckline must not go below breasts in front nor be too revealing on the sides. • Back of the dress should not fall below the waistline. • Dress fabric should not be see-through. • Short dresses must fall past the mid-thigh area. • Slits in the skirt should not go above mid-thigh (front/back/side).
• Tuxedo, OR suit with tie, OR dress shirt, dress pants, jacket, with tie are all appropriate choices. • Appropriate dress shoes should be worn. • No blue jeans will be allowed. • Shirts may not be removed. T-shirts are not appropriate for this occasion. For more details on expectations and requirements, visit http://mhhsw.hcboe.net/
“We finished three seasons of Parks and Recreation in three days.” Others decided to bundle up and embrace the freshly-fallen snow. Sophomore Alisa Brown spent time entertaining her two dogs by throwing snowballs for them to catch. By the end of the second week, cabin fever had taken hold of many people. Seniors Stiel Lovin Junior Katlyn Haas spends time with her and Mo McKinney younger sister and sleds. agree that “it is great to finally be back.” it lax. Whether it was Several stu- Although sledding, sleeping, or dents, like sisters Tory may be hard to do, the catching up on shows and Kelley Wilder, Trojan Nation needs to on Netflix, everyone used this break to fin- bounce back from this found a way to take ish a television series break and finish out advantage of the time. or movies on Netflix. the school year strong!
Class of 2015 Who’s Who Parker Ashford
Dallas McCash
Joseph Bass
Madison Misenheimer
Kayla Cobble Gabrielle Davis
Hannah Beth Moorhouse
Natalie Guffey
Danielle Pacia
Anna Helms
Zachary Pell
Mackenzie Hennessee
Andrew Potter
Kailey Hill
Shaan Ramaprasad
Isaac Hunsucker
Kaitlyn Rogers
Shaeleigh Jacobs
Matthew Sutherland
Tyra Johnson
Martin Tan
Selah Knight
Tory Wilder
Rachael Lawson
Aleia Williams
Haley Lindsey
Katherine Williams
Turner Matthews
Layla Williams
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News Editor: Mo McKinney
Takin’ Care of Business: FBLA Members Soar at Regionals BY ALYSSA JONES A&E EDITOR SARAH SPRADLIN STAFF WRITER wenty-three Morristown West FBLA members competed at the Region 7 Conference at East Tennessee State University on Thursday, January 29. The students participated in workshops and competitors tested in performance events. Ha mb l e n County was one of 18 competing counties including Anderson, Campbell, Carter, Claiborne, Cocke, Grainger, Hawkins, Knox, Jefferson, Johnson, Scott, Sevier, Sullivan, Unicoi, Union, and Washington county. The students arrived at the Student Union Building at ETSU and met with other FBLA members from the other participating counties . FBLA, Ca-
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reer and Technology Specialist, Ms. Sarah Williams, Region 7 President and State Webmaster, Kelsi McKamey from Elizabethton High
ing and other participants attended workshops on finding careers, majors, and how to lead. Lunch was held in the down-
they and the rest of the students attending the Convention met again in the ballroom for the awards ceremony. Morristown West
1st, 2nd, and 3rd places, respectively. In Health Care Administration, senior Lakin Robinson won 1st place. Raven Crox-
Front Row: Sarah Spradlin, Alyssa Jones, Lina Ramirez, Brish Hernandez, Jacob Muscari, Lakin Robinson, Sarahi DeJesus, Missy Fowler Back Row: Jose Salazar, Gwen Stout, Grant Baxley, Raven Croxdale, Braeden Evans, Kerri Porter, Camryn Sprouse, Kaitlyn Beitzel, Erin Dalton, and Angel Silver. School, and Region 7 Reporter, Kelley Melvin from Oliver Springs High School welcomed everyone to the Conference. After the orientation, competitors prepared for their performance events in the ballroom of the build-
stairs food court of the Student Union Building. After lunch, students were able to walk around the Student Union Building and some of the campus. Leaders of the FBLA voted on regional officers. Once they voted,
won a total of 16 awards with 20 students qualifying for Tennessee State Competition in Chattanooga. In Computer Applications, sophomores Braeden Evans , Gwendolyn Stout, and Tyler Grant Baxley won
dale won 3rd place in Introduction to Information Technology. Freshmen Sarahi DeJesus and Missy Fowler won 1st and 2nd place in Introduction to Business Communications , respectively.
In Impromtu Speaking , Brish Hernandez and Jacob Muscari won 2nd and 3rd place, respectively. In Public Speaking I, Jose Salazar won 2nd place, and in Public Speaking II, Kerri Porter won 2nd place. In Business Communications, Sarah Spradlin won 5th place. I n Management Decision Making, Camryn Sprouse and Kaitlyn Johns won 2nd place. In Business Math, Kelley Wilder won 5th place, and in Business Calculations, Tory Wilder won 2nd place. Additional State qualifiers are Dallas McCash, Izzy Baker, Alyssa Jones, and Mollie Inman.
News Editor: Mo McKinney
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HOSA Members Place at Regional Competition BY MOLLIE INMAN FEATURES EDITOR ALYSSA JONES A&E EDITOR
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o r r i s town West HOSA members competed at Regional Competition on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2015 at Carson-Newman College in Jefferson City. The following students qualified for state at the Opryland Hotel in Nashville. Ty hesi a Bryan and Bailey Satterfield placed fifth in Forensic Medicine. Jonathan Holan placed third in Medical Spelling. Elizabeth Schofield placed fourth Biomedical Lab. Gavin Belfry, Icker Garcia, Bella Mills, and Josh Smith placed sec-
HOSA Members Celebrate their Success at Regional Competition. 1st Row: Chad Owens; 2nd Row: Jonathan Holan, Michael Sia, Brish Hernandez; 3rd Row Kneeling: Brandon Jacome-Mendez, Elizabeth Schofield, Gavin Belfry, Josh Smith, Blayne Chance; 4th Row: Mackenzie Hennessee, Bailey Satterfield, Tyhesia Bryan, Jackie Freeman, Monica Creazzo; Back Row: Kovlyn Harville, Maris Medford, Payton Spencer, Bella Mills, Emily Medford, Josh Dalton, Icker Garcia, Scotty Munsey, Colin Yarid, Chris DeMarco, Nicholas Stephan.
ond in Creative Problem Solving. Chris DeMarco, Colin Yarid, Nicholas Stephan, and Chad Ow-
ens placed first in HOSA Bowl. Jackie Freeman placed third in Clinical Nursing. Michael Sia placed
Dual Enrollment Opportunites Increase BY KERRI PORTER STAFF WRITER
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ual Enrol lment opportunities are available for juniors and seniors with a 3.0 GPA and a Composite ACT score of a 21. The Tennessee Lottery supplies a dual enrollment grant (DEG). Thanks to this grant, students may obtain up to $500 for the first course, up to $500 for the second course, and up to $200 for the third course. No award for the fourth course.
The student is responsible for the remainder of the payment and the books and must maintain a 3.0 college GPA to be eligible for the grant next semester. 0.5 high school credit is given for a 3 hour college class and 1 high school credit is given for 6 hours of college credit. Students are allowed to take any course that is offered by WSCC, Carson Newman Un i v e r s i t y,
Tusculum College, University of Tennessee, or any college. Common Dual Enrollment Courses students have taken from WSCC are Composition I and II, American Literature I and II, Western World Literature I and II, American History I and II, Probability and Statistics, Finite mathematics, Pre-Calculus Algebra, Pre-Calculus Tr i g o n o m etry, Calculus A, Calculus I and II.
fifth in Physical Therapy. Monica Creazzo placed second in Veterinary Science. Scotty Munsey placed
fifth in Pharmacology. Mackenzie Hennessee placed fourth in Epidemiology. Brandon Jacome-Mendez
placed second in Human Growth and Development. Emily Medford placed third in Job Seeking. Maris Medford placed third in Medical Photography. Lastly, Brish Hernandez placed fourth in Prepared Speaking. H O S A sponsor Darlene Adkins says, “There were 25 students that went to the Regional Competition and 21 out of those 25 students placed.” This is the most number of students that have placed in regionals since she has been at West High School. Adkins went on to say, “It was a very positive experience for advisors and students.”
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DECA Competitors Advance to State BY ALISA BROWN ADVERTISING MANAGER
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ECA Club prepares rising leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the world. Recently West’s DECA club went to the District 5 DECA competition in which several of West High students received regional awards. These students will move on to compete at the state level in Nashville in March. To start off, Parker Ashford and Turner Matthews received a second place award in their role
the Marplay in the keting categories Commuof Businications ness Law categoand Ethics. ry. Layer These two will adcompetvance to itors will state with advance A n n a to state. Helms Next who reup, Jose ceived Salazar will first place advance on the to State Marketin the Left to right: Chase Collins, Chase Connelly, Alyssa Jones, Itzy Maring test. Business tinez, Amber Cobb, Kayla Funderburg, Parker Ashford, Turner MatS e r v i c e s thews, Adolfo Sanchez, Thomas Fodor, Aiden Layer, Gavin Belfry, Jose G av i n Belfry categor y. Salazar. will also Next Not pictured: Jake Campbell and Shaan Ramaprasad. go to in Role state in tion. Joining him is to state in the Hotel Play and Business Adminis- Dhilan Ramaprasad and Lodging Man- the Marketing Mantration Shaan Ra- with a first place agement category. agement category. In the PrinAiden Layer maprasad received award in Business a third place award. A d m i n i s t r a t i o n . took first place in his ciples of Business and Jake Camp- role play and placed Management He will also advance to the State competi- bell will also advance second on the test for Administration, Al-
yssa Jones will advance to state. Chase Collins and Chase Connelly will also advance to state in Sports and Entertainment Marketing. Also going to state, Adolfo Sanchez and Thomas Fodor placed third on role play in Travel and Tourism Marketing team category. Zack Fehl and Graham Christophel will compete in the Advertising Campaign along with Nichole Raimondi and Devanie Carattini in the Entrepreneurship written event.
Pacia Chosen to Speak at LEAD Conference should hear. ant
BY SHELBY POLLOCK STAFF WRITER
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an i e l l e Pacia, a senior at Morristown West, recently performed a speech on growing through struggles and effective learning at a forensics competition; little did she know how much attention this speech would gain. When she
earned high accreditation for her speech at the competition, Mrs. Terry, her forensics coach, decided to have her perform her speech for Dr. Moorhouse. D r . Moorhouse felt like Pacia’s speech was something that the Hamblen County Board of Education
Pacia takes the LEAD in presenting a speech at a future conference.
Shortly after, she was asked to perform her speech for The Chamber of Commerce. P a cia said, “I feel grateful that people are willing to hear my message, and apply it to their lives.” P a c i a’s speech was filmed and sent to many very import-
educators, and this led to her being asked to perform her speech at the League Conference for all of Tennessee’s main educators. Pacia plans on attending Un i v e r s i t y of Alabama and continuing her speaking and performing on their forensics team.
Opinions 5 Prom Do’s And Don’ts Opinions Editor: Abby Opinions Editor: Wolfenbarger
March 2015 September 2013
BY TORY WILDER EDITOR STIEL LOVIN SPORTS EDITOR
Getting a Date
• Do your “promposal” in a cute way. • Don’t wait until the last minute to ask your date. • Act really surprised, even if you know you’re going to be asked.
Finding the Perfect Group
How to Fly Solo • Don’t ask more than one person. • Don’t try to take someone who already has a date. • Don’t say that the “promposal” wasn’t cute enough.
Avoiding a Group Catastrophe
• Find a group of your closest friends that you can have fun with. • It doesn’t matter how big your group is; small groups can be fun too. • Make sure you and your date will both enjoy the group.
• Don’t be in a group with a bunch of strangers. • Try not to make the group so big that you have trouble getting reservations. • Don’t commit to a group before asking your date.
What To Wear
What Not To Wear
• Make sure your tie and vest match the girl’s dress. • Make sure your dress fits. • Make sure you don’t trip on your dress--get it hemmed. • A white or black tux.
How to Get Your Grub On
It is best to be surprised...
• Make reservations early. • Try to please everyone in your group. • Pick a restaurant that’s nicer than normal.
Starvin’ • Don’t wait until the last minute. • No fast food. • Don’t go over the top.
Don’t be disgusting... Cummerbunds are a no...
Bow-ties are always a good idea...
• A cummerbund. • High heels that you can’t walk in. • Too much makeup. We want to recognize you. • Uncomfortable shoes.
**The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any writer, editor or sponsor of West Side Story. West Side Story may not be held responsible for any decisions made using this chart.**
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Trojans Compete in Video Game Tournament
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he “oo’s” and “ah’s” raged on as fellow Trojans participated in West High’s very first video game tournament. Hosted by the school’s very own student council, the tournament brought all gamers alike to one place to play their favorite video games. Students gathered around as the games began. Having a little something for everyone, the video games ranged
BY SARAH SPRADLIN STAFF WRITER
A&E Editor: Alyssa Jones
Sophomore, Zach Dillion, and senior, Ryan Ramsey concentrate on an intense game of Mario Kart while senior, Dallas McCash watches over. from FIFA to Just Dance 2014. The games
were kept track of through tournament brackets
and the winners began to emerge. A crowd errupted
from the cafeteria as FIFA began to heat up and another from those surrounding Super Smash brothers. The cafeteria filled with people as the tournament continued. The winners included: junior, Cole Collins for FIFA, senior, Drew Dickenson for Just Dance, senior, Preston Buchanan for Mario Kart, and lastly, sophomore, Zach Smith taking home the win for Super Smash Brothers.
Students payed five dollars to enter into the tournament, and student council raised about two hundred dollars from the event. Student council sponsor Amy Allen states, “The money collected was placed into the student council general fund; it will go to Trojan Nation shirts for next year and any other funds needed for student council.”
Happy Birthday, Pisces!
Pisces (February 19-March 20) Embrace the luck of the Irish on your special day! Your happy outlook on life will draw more people towards you on your birthday! Lucky Days: 3, 17 Gemini (May 21-June 20) Make sure to stay in touch with your friends over Spring Break and let new friendships bloom! Lucky Days: 7, 24 Virgo (August 23-September 22) Think about what you’re lucky for this month. Take notice of the blessings in your life. Lucky Days: 4, 12 Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) Bring out your inner philosopher and find a quote that inspires you for every day this month. Lucky Days: 2, 15
Aries (March 21-April 19) Your determined outlook on life will help you win over new friends and conquer your goals this month. Lucky Days: 8, 19 Cancer (June 21-July 22) Your diplomatic nature will help you bargain for your own pot of gold! Lucky Days: 13, 20
Taurus (April 20-May 20) Make sure to stay patient when you disagree with those around you. Lucky Days: 1, 25
Leo (July 23-August 22) Volunteer this month-you never know what your generosity will reap. Lucky Days: 6, 11
Libra (September 23-October 22) Try to balance your school time with your family time. Don’t skip out on movie night with the parents every time. Lucky Days: 14, 22
Scorpio (October 23-November 21) Walk with a purpose this month and make a list of goals you want to achieve before April. Lucky Days: 9, 16
Capricorn (December 22-January 19) Your persevering personality will help you to come back stronger from any challenge this month. Lucky Days: 5, 29
Aquarius (January 20-February 18) Even if you find it a silly idea, join your friends if they want to perform their own version of Riverdance. Lucky Days: 18, 31
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Features Editor: Mollie Inman
Students Illustrate school issues
BY MOLLIE INMAN work displayed at the play at the Rose Center. tain to a school issue. Rose Center at the end Each student A few examFEATURES EDITOR omic strips usu- of the semester. Only will be allowed to ples of school issues ally tell a story or something funny, but they can also be used to tell about important issues. West High art teacher, Mrs. Kerry Gatlin and her students are using comic strips to describe school issues. The students Ryan Estes and Hannah Hyslop design comic strips to knock out bullying. involved is this activity will be receiving a grade for their work, the artwork that Gatlin choose his or her own that could be displayed but will also get the feels is strong enough subject for the comic in the comic strip are: chance to have their will be eligible for dis- strip, but it must per- bullying, dress code
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or standardized tests. theme. They must supThe students will use port their argument their comic strips to through their artwork on their comic strip. Gatlin’s art classes looked at many different cartoonists’ work, including Charles Schulz, for inspiration for their artwork. A l t h o u g h Gatlin wishes that they could somehow be published, the comic strips will show their stance on be displayed in Mrs. the issue that they Gatlin’s room and poshave chosen as their sibly the school library.
Left: Hannah Hyslop portrays school in the diverse world, while Right: Colton Misenheimer illustrates the issue of cell phones in school.
Johnson, Mitchell Joke Their Way to Superlative Title
BY ABBY WOLFENBARGER
OPINIONS EDITOR
What is the funniest prank you have ever pulled? Johnson: “I’m going to go with the time I convinced my older sister that I bleached her cat.”
How would you describe your sense of humor? Johnson: “Probably offensive” Mitchell: “Sarcastic” Who do you think would’ve gotten this if you didn’t? Johnson: “Allyson Davenport, the best waffle maker in town.” Mitchell: “Matt Sawyer or Zach Pell, both funny guys.”
Whats the most trouble you have ever gotten in?
Mitchell: “Never gotten caught”
BY ELIZABETH CARROLL STAFF WRITER eather Gibs on, sophomore and member of the FFA Club, recently sent in her audition tape to participate in the talent portion of the FFA State convention in Gatlinburg, Te n n e s s e e . Gibson sent in her audition tape singing “A m a z i n g Grace.” “I’ve been singing ever since I was little,” says Gibson,
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Mitchell: “I attached zipties to a friends drive shaft and he drove to Florida with them and thought his car was going to blow up.”
Johnson: “In third grade, my favorite teacher moved me beside the kid who refused to bathe because I was throwing erasers. I’ve never been the same since.”
Gibson Auditions for FFA State Convention
Seniors William Mitchell and Molly Johnson both portray their sense of humor by wearing kitten shirts.
but she was still she gets to go on to ner vous singing Gatlinburg, she will just in front of a be singing in front of about 13,000 people. T h e winner of the state convention has the privilege of going on to Nationals in Louisville, Kentucky. Gibson exSophomore Heather Gibson citedly auditions for FFA State awaits the Convention. results, e x p e c t i ng class in the audi- to hear on Feb. 28. torium because she had only one day to practice before making the tape. If
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Owens Voted Homecoming King BY ar’s Bowl. Outside body. Others voted KELLEY WILDER of school, Owens is onto the homecomSTAFF WRITER a l s o a n ing court were: Chase Collins, Chase Conenior Chad Ownelly, D’Anthony ens was anDavis, Taylor nounced as Dollar, Ike the 2015 H u n Basketball sucker, HomeZach coming Pell, K i n g A n dy at the PotWe s t t e r , b a s Shaan ketball R a g a m e maprasad between and Cruz West High R a m o s . and South Doyle E v e n on Friday, Homecoming King, Chad Owens escorted by though Jan. 23. Owens H e senior Hannah Beth Moorhouse. was honis involved ored to be in many activities and active member of community. voted as the king, he clubs. These include: the was felt that he “didn’t deBeta Club, HOSA, Owens Science Club, Math voted as Homecoming serve it and somebody Club, and Schol- King by the student else should’ve won.”
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Pollock, Sawyer Pick the Right Looks to Win Senior Superlative Best Dressed
BY KAILEY HILL STAFF WRITER
What is the ultimate fashion “do” and “don’t” in your opinion?
Where do you shop the most?
Pollock: Free People and Anthropologie Sawyer: M.S. McClellan’s and Dawson’s
Pollock: “Do” = be creative with your look, “Don’t” = skin tight skirts, flashy Uggs, and of course Crocs. Sawyer: “Do” = dress like you’ve made something of yourself, even if you haven’t, “Don’t” = Joggers.
If you had not won, who would you have picked to win Best Dressed?
Pollock: My friend Paco, Peyton Moore. Sawyer: Willy Mitchell
Shelby Pollock and Matthew Sawyer were voted Best Dressed 2014-2015 by the Senior class.
How would you describe your style?
Pollock: Eclectic Sawyer: GQ or Donnie Azoff-like.
Murphy, Pell, Wilson Voted Most Athletic
BY SHELBY POLLOCK STAFF WRITER GRIFFYN BROYLES STAFF WRITER
Zachary Pell was the male representative for the senior superlative Most Athletic, while Erin Murphy and Chantal Wilson tied for the female title.
Question What makes you most athletic?
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What was your biggest athletic accomplishment in high school?
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Murphy: “I was on Regions 2nd team for soccer.” Pell: “Beating Greeneville my senior year” Wilson: “Being the first freshman girl in cross country to be all-state.”
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What sport/sports are you involved in?
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Murphy: “soccer and basketball” Pell: “football, disc golf, basketball, and track” Wilson: “cross country and track”
Murphy: “My adaptability as a player.” Pell: “Being able to compete in so many athletic activities with success!” Wilson: “I’ve gotten all-state every year in track so far, all-state in cross country twice, and been on the State Champion cross country team.”
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Trojans Battle South Doyle For Homecoming Josh McDonald, sophomore, shoots a free throw against the Cherokees. BY STIEL LOVIN SPORTS EDITOR KAILEY HILL STAFF WRITER he first game of the night was the Lady Trojans against the Lady Cherokees. The Trojans jumped out to 13-0 lead in the first quarter, but the Cherokees closed the gap to make the score 17-8 at the
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end of the first quarter. The second quarter was more balanced and the score at halftime was 31-22. The game continued to be even through the third quarter with both teams scoring 16 points and the score going into the final quarter being 47-38. The Lady Trojans then broke the game
open in the fourth quarter outscoring the Cherokees 29 to 6, and the final score of the game was 76-44. The Lady Trojans scoring was led by Sydney Newsome and Abby McKinnish both adding 17 points. Caroline Harville added a double-double in the win with 13 points and 10 rebounds.
Sydney Newsome, sophomore, shoots a free throw. The girls have an overall record of 21-4 and a conference record of 9-2. South Doyle jumped out to a fast start in the first quarter of the second game against the Trojans to take a 21-8 lead. The Trojans weathered the storm somewhat by cutting into the lead and mak-
ing it 36-21 at halftime. South Doyle got off to another hot start in the third quarter taking a comfortable 57-33 lead into the fourth. South Doyle settled in and won the game with a final score of 69-42. Josh McDonald led the Trojans in scoring with 11 points, Brandon Wilson added 8 points, and Logan
Willis scored 7 points to round out the top three scorers. Parker Frierson and Brandon Wilson led the team with 7 rebounds apiece. Also congratulations to the boys and girls as they both defeated Cherokee on senior night.
East-West Showdown Part 2:
FIGHT TO FINISH BY TORY WILDER EDITOR KELLEY WILDER STAFF WRITER he second EastWest battle in basketball was full of ups and downs. The final score of the girls game was 3930 with West ending up on top, while the boys game ended with East winning 55-54. Lady Trojans started the game out strong leading east 14-8. West continued to outscore the Lady Hurricanes in the next two quarters. Entering into the last quarter, the Lady Trojans led with a score of 36-17. The Lady Hurricanes did not give up, though. The Lady Canes outscored the Lady Trojans 13-3 in the last quarter. This was not enough to catch up to West’s large lead. The Lady Trojans won the game with a final score of 39-30. Assistant Coach Heather Kelley said, “It’s always good to get a conference win, espe-
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cially against East.” This win was a team effort with scoring across the board. Juniors Abbe Craine and Jasmine Williams, Sophomores Emily Brown, Sydney Newsome and Blayke Shultz and Freshman Caroline Harville all added to the final score. The boys game was a fight to the finish. The Canes started out strong with a 7 point lead. The Trojans kept fighting in the second quarter, only allowing East to outscore them by 1 point. The Trojans continued to hustle in the 3rd quarter outscoring East 13-12. The fourth quarter was the most intense quarter of the game by far. Within the last two minutes of the game, the lead jumped back and forth between the two teams. With only a minute left on the scoreboard, East led West 53-51. When it seemed as if West had no hope left, Senior Logan Willis made a 3 point shot with only 3.6 seconds left on the clock. At
this point, the score was 54-53 with the Trojans in the lead. After a couple of timeouts, the teams were ready to play the last few seconds of the game. East rolled in the ball to save time. Then east player Jamal Weaver drove in for a layup. Next came one of the most controversial calls of the night. Some people saw a charge from East; others saw a foul from West. The final decision was made by a referee, though. He called a foul on West, resulting in two foul shots for East. There was one problem: Weaver was hurt during the play. This allowed East to choose a free throw shooter off of their bench. They chose Chris Snapp. Snapp made both shots leaving the Trojans .2 seconds to change the
score of 5554 with East in the lead. T h e Canes won the game 55-54, although the Trojans outscored them 22-16 in the last quarter. Top scorers for the Trojans were Junior Brandon Wilson with 13, Willis with 12 and Senior Nick Gardner with 9. Coach Creech said it best when he stated, “I thought our guys
Senior Nick Gardner prepares to pass the ball to his teammate (top left). Senior Logan Willis dribbles the ball while his team sets up the play (top right). Freshman Caroline Harville drives in for a layup (bottom center).
played their most complete game of the season. The outcome was disappointing,
but the coaches were very proud of the way our guys competed and played.”
Dollar, Ramos Sign to Continue Sports in College
Ramos, Dollar have signed to continue their sports careers in college. Dollar will be attending ETSU to play football. Ramos will be attending Union College to run cross country and track.
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