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Sophomore Grace Marshall competes in a lifting competition. Marshall said, "I would say (winning competitions) is a really good feeling. I work really hard for my strength and my capabilities so to see the outcome of it is pretty nice." 
(Submitted Photo: Grace Marshall)

Athlete Spotlight: Grace Marshall on being a powerlifting champion

Ryan Sharp May 1, 2024

How did you get into lifting? I originally played football here at Carmel High School, so I got into lifting to get stronger for the sport. Do you still play football? No, I stopped playing football...

Daniela Ramirez wrestles her opponent at Ben Davis Invitational. Ramirez said wrestling brings out the best in her.

Women’s wrestling team to compete at Lebanon Invitational on Dec. 9

Asini Jayarapu December 9, 2023

The women’s wrestling team will compete at Lebanon Invitational on Dec. 9. Daniela Ramirez, wrestler and sophomore said wrestling has taught her many lessons that are applicable to her everyday life. “What...

Bellotti squares up against her opponent during a match. Bellotti said invitationals are busy days, but said the satisfaction that comes out of winning is unbeatable. 

Women’s wrestling team to compete at Ben Davis on Dec. 2

Asini Jayarapu December 2, 2023

The women’s wrestling team will compete at the Ben Davis Invitational on Dec. 2. Head Coach Ed Pendoski said there are five girls in the wrestling program and he said they have worked hard during practice...

Members of the wrestling team work on cardio during practice on Nov. 29. Head Coach Ed Pendoski said cardiovascular endurance is one of the most important aspects of wrestling,

Men’s wrestling prepares for meet against Westfield

Ryan Sharp December 2, 2023

The men’s wrestling team prepares for upcoming meets at Westfield on Dec. 2 and at CHS on Dec. 6 Tamir HaLevi, varsity wrestler and senior, said he has been working on wrestling moves and on managing...

Senior Arty Bryant (left) squares up against sophomore Lucas Brock (right) during a practice on Nov. 16 before the first meets of the season. Head Coach Ed Pendoski said duals help players hone in on their skills.

Carmel men’s wrestling prepares for upcoming meets

Ryan Sharp November 18, 2023

The men’s wrestling team prepares for upcoming meets against Penn on Nov. 18 and Mount Vernon on Nov. 28. Tamir HaLevi, varsity wrestler and senior, said he has been training for the meets, which...

Wrestler and Rugby player Chloe DeLeon practices her ready stance on the new women's wrestling team. She is also a member of the women's rugby team.

Athlete Spotlight: Chloe de Leon, varsity wrestler and junior, discusses playing rugby and wrestling

Katie Maurer March 21, 2023

Athlete Spotlight: Chloe de Leon, varsity wrestler and junior, discusses playing rugby and wrestling How did you start playing rugby? I’ve always been really drawn to contact sports through my...

Men’s wrestling team adjusting to changes, competes in Sectionals Jan. 28

Men’s wrestling team adjusting to changes, competes in Sectionals Jan. 28

Eddie Sun January 15, 2023

The men’s wrestling team will compete against Hamilton Southeastern on Jan. 18. The team is preparing for Sectionals on Jan. 28.  Cole Abbot, men’s wrestler and sophomore, said he has high expectations...

Junior Chloe de Leon wrestles against Penn on Nov. 19. De Leon said, “Everyone [on the team] is a surprise. I’ve had really low expectations for myself going into this season. I can do in practice, any moves I can learn in practice and actually execute well in a match, that's a win for me. I don’t really have to win to feel proud of myself.” Photo submitted by source.

Womens Wrestling prepares for State Finals

Katie Maurer and January 12, 2023

Women's Wrestling is preparing to wrestle on Jan. 13 for their State Final. The match begins at 11:00 a.m. Junior Chloe de Leon has advanced to the State Finals alongside junior Zentavia Coatie. De Leon...

Men’s varsity wrestling match against Hamilton Southeastern canceled

Aniket Biswal January 21, 2021

The men’s varsity wrestling match against Hamilton Southeastern on Jan. 20 was canceled. Head Coach Ed Pendoski said he was not given the formal reason for the cancellation and he had no control over...

Varsity wrestling team’s meet against Lawrence North canceled, uncertainty about season remains

Aniket Biswal November 29, 2020

The men’s varsity wrestling team’s meet against Lawrence North has been canceled for Dec. 2, according to Head Coach Edward Pendoski, and currently the team is looking for a replacement team to duel...

Amit Manchella, track runner and sophomore, eats lunch at school before going to practice in the afternoon. Manchella said that his diet's purpose is to keep at his current weight.

Since March is national nutrition month, athletes, coaches speak out on the importance of nutrition, health management during the season and the off-season.

Aniket Biswal February 21, 2020

said he devotes a lot of time toward keeping his body fit for wrestling. Because of this, he said he takes particular care of his nutrition and makes sure he is eating healthy.  He said, “During...

HEAVY LIFTING: 
Clay Stirsman, member of the men’s golf team and senior, lifts weights during pre-season practice. Stirsman said golf has evolved from being distance driven to having more emphasis on power and athletics to be more successful at certain skills.

CHS golfers challenge perception that golf is easy through workouts in pre-season

Alivia Romaniuk February 21, 2020

Not everyone considers golf to be a physically demanding sport and some don’t even consider it a sport. However, athletes have proved that golf requires a substantial amount of strength, stamina and...

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