Black and Gold Quarterly

To: Class of 2023

Cc/Bcc, From: BGQ Staff

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Elizabeth Phillips

Content Editors

Samuel Elkins

Eliana Hermel

Kristen May

Lucy Poppleton

Graphics

Eliana Hermel

Elizabeth Phillips

Trinity Whiteford

Staff Writers

Bridget Belden

Sam Elkins

Liam Faunce

Isaiah Johnston

Shelbi Merchant

Evelyn Nowicki

Davis Peterson

Daniel Schmidt

Trinity Stringer

Trinity Whiteford

COVER

Carson Suttle

Adviser

Susan Roskelley

Subject: Editor’s Note

Since middle school, the class ahead of me has seemed daunting. In seventh grade, they were merely famed individuals, illustrious eighth graders, in the hall. In my mind, they had a power that was untouchable - something that I wasn’t sure if I admired or feared. Either way, I looked up to them. And, four years later, as a junior, I still do. The class of 2023 has shown me not only what it means to be a senior, but also a Trojan. Whether it be through sports teams, class interactions, or writing alongside them, this year’s seniors have set an example that I hope my class, and every class following, can achieve.

These seniors are defined by their hard work. It is inspiring to see the dedication they have put into our athletic program over these past four years. Pages 6-21 focus on our various sports teams and the seniors that led them. However, hard work was devoted to other areas, too. Artists, musicians, photographers, gamers, and more are highlighted throughout pages 28-37. But the hard work of each senior is displayed on the post-high school plans list on pages 22-25.

The class of 2023 also demonstrated the skills needed to take on new experiences. Not only did they learn how to navigate high school, they learned how to navigate life, and did it in a way that is inspiring to us all. The best example I have of this is the seniors in BGQ. Trinity S. and Daniel, both first year BGQ staffers, were hidden gems, and I can only wish that they had joined sooner. Trinity W., on the other hand, is a longtime staffer who has been through it all, and has learned from every trial and tribulation. Each senior staffer explains their BGQ history in more detail on page 42.

While I am sad to see the class of 2023 go, I am excited. Not because they’re leaving, but because of the amazing mark I know they will make on the world. Central has produced some of the most amazing seniors, and while it will be tough shoes to fill, I hope I can make an impression just like they did. With that being said, this year of the BGQ was unforgettable. Let’s make this next year (my FINAL year) even better.

From the Pub, Elizabeth Phillips

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Reed Seabase is an all-in athlete and individual. He puts forth his best effort in both football and baseball, but he also shows his school spirit in other things, such as going to all of Central’s sporting events, making meaningful connections with anyone, and participating in themes. “I was at most of the home basketball games, away basketball games, every volleyball game, and hockey games,” mentions Seabase. Whenever the crowd is quiet, he knows when to get everyone loud and hyped up.

Besides being everyone’s favorite cheerleader, Seabase has been playing football since second grade. During his younger years, he was trying to be like older players since he looked up to many of them for inspiration: “Just going to high school games as a kid and watching the cool high schoolers play,” explains Seabase. “Now I strive to be that role model.”

Now, Seabase has accomplished many things including making the first and second team all state in two different polls. “None of that would’ve been done without the guys next to me on the field,” says Seabase. He also was named one of Central’s top rushers of all time. He carried lessons that he portrays on and off the field