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Students, teacher weigh impact of celebrity endorsements on students’ political views
Students, teacher weigh impact of celebrity endorsements on students’ political views
Counselor, students examine social media habits, doomscrolling’s effects on mental health
Counselor, students examine social media habits, doomscrolling’s effects on mental health
Students, economics teacher discuss consumer culture created by peer pressure
Students, economics teacher discuss consumer culture created by peer pressure
Students, teachers, explore connection between stress and recommendation letters during college application season
Students, teachers, explore connection between stress and recommendation letters during college application season
Emma Hu and Asini Jayarapu
Black Student Alliance president, student, teacher discuss importance of educating students about the civil rights movement
50 years of SNL
50 years of SNL
A Knight to Remember
A Knight to Remember
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Fashion Forward
Fashion Forward
National Photography Month
National Photography Month
Culture of measuring, comparing intelligence based on SAT, PSAT scores is overwhelmingly toxic
Culture of measuring, comparing intelligence based on SAT, PSAT scores is overwhelmingly toxic
Graphic Perspective: The "great" debate
Graphic Perspective: The “great” debate
Glorification of criminals is morally wrong, detrimental effects
Glorification of criminals is morally wrong, detrimental effects
Graphic novels are an overlooked educational tool with untapped potential
Graphic novels are an overlooked educational tool with untapped potential
Graphic Perspective: What happened to Halloween spirit?
Graphic Perspective: What happened to Halloween spirit?
Senior Chris Tichindilean reviews his creative writing piece he prepared for the creative writing club.
CCPL to host student led creative writing club
Senior and varsity member of the Esports Smash Ultimate Team, Jacob Hilbert, poses for a photo. This will be his fourth year competing at Manchester University’s 2024 Spartan Showdown, and he expresses his eagerness to meet new competitors and recognize old faces.
Esports Team prepares for the Spartan Showdown Solo Tournament
Avika Rajmane, Pinnacle staff member and sophomore, works on her computer during SSRT. She said, “I love being on staff because it's super fun to be a part of the community and help make spreads.”
Pinnacle staff to continue to work on Diwali spread
Best Buddies members pose for a picture at the annual Friendship Walk on April 21, 2024. “We hope to see everyone there,” Stock said via email.
Best Buddies to host Friendsgiving
Quiz Bowl members run practice questions in teams during their meeting on Oct. 28 in preparation for upcoming tournaments. “During practices, [club leaders] organize who’s practicing what and where,” Cinkoske said.
Quiz Bowl reflects on team-building, leadership in a competition setting
School board candidate Jon Shapiro meets early voters at the polls to reach more voters and clarify aspects of his campaign at the Carmel Clay Public Library on Oct. 30. Shapiro decided to run for school board in the winter of 2023 and started knocking on doors during spring of 2024. “I'm committed to making sure that we're bringing the community's voice to the table and allowing our families and other members of the community to have some input and be able to provide feedback on how we are doing,” Shapiro said.
Partisan influences in school board election shape prospective policies for students, affect potential school board dynamic
AP European History teacher Jennifer Ellery mentors a student as she studies for an upcoming exam. Jennifer Ellery was awarded most influential teacher from the 2023-2024 school year.
Students, teacher consider the positive effects of having a mentor on personal growth
Sophomore Fahed Badreddine listens attentively in his AP African American Studies class as his teacher, Mr. Ziegler, discusses LatinX Heritage month for the class bellringer on Oct. 1, 2024. The class was designed to provide accurate representation by providing more nuanced and up-to-date historical analysis on African American history. “In this class, I've learned that (African Americans) they're a lot more successful than what society and what (typical) textbooks portray them as,” Badreddine said.
Misinformation of U.S. history shapes inaccurate student opinions, harms minority students
Sophomore Caroline Hulsey attends a Stone Temple Pilots and Live concert on Sept. 15. “Live music is just such a fun experience,” Hulsey said. (Submitted Photo: Caroline Husley)
Music, concerts play key role in students’, teachers’ life experiences
Juniors Marielle Pabia and Joury Elkadiri make bracelets at the A5 Mid-Autumn Festival meeting on Sept. 27. The meeting had crafts and mooncakes.
In honor of Chinese Golden Week, students, Chinese teacher reflect on discussions about Chinese American culture, heritage
Carmel plays against Zionsville on Nov. 14. Carmel lost 49-38.
Basketball preseason training builds teamwork, sharpens skills
Senior Sophie Mock takes a swing at a golf ball during a tournament. Mock has been noted as one of three golfers to record a hole-in-one at the IHSSA girls final. (Submitted Photo: Sophie Mock)
Athlete Spotlight: Sophie Mock on making records at the ISSA girls golf state finals
Students reflect on pros, cons of playing club sports
Students reflect on pros, cons of playing club sports
On Oct. 14, the CHS varsity girls volleyball team prepares to go into their first sectionals match for the 2024 year. They prepared by going through drills to get them ready for situations that could occur during sectionals.
Athletes, College and Career Counselor consider motivations behind playing sports in college
Sophomore Edward Chen hits a pickleball at the Pickle-Pong Club callout on Aug. 23 in the Fieldhouse gym. The club consisted of playing pickleball and ping pong games.
Q&A with sophomore Stephanie Tan and sponsor Fernando Yañez on pickle-pong club, racket sports
With the release of the new Hearstopper season students, teachers theorize on if queer media has broken into mainstream culture.
With the release of the new Hearstopper season students, teachers theorize on if queer media has broken into mainstream culture.
Chilling or Childish? The downfall of modern horror movies [opinion]
Chilling or Childish? The downfall of modern horror movies [opinion]
“Uglies” is a call for change in the YA dystopian genre [opinion]
“Uglies” is a call for change in the YA dystopian genre [opinion]
Senior Ethan Wu and freshman Jenna Kraus perform in the dress rehearsal of Studio One Acts. The show runs from Oct. 17 to 19 in the Studio Theater.
Q&A with director, first-time actress on Studio One Acts
Streaming services are pioneering the future of television [opinion]
Streaming services are pioneering the future of television [opinion]
Q&A with Aleeza Price, co-president of Gardening Together club, on gardening for beginners
Q&A with Aleeza Price, co-president of Gardening Together club, on gardening for beginners
Senior Vritika Arya dissects a baby pig for her Biomedical Innovations class. "I realized I loved (the program), and then I did it all four years," she said. "Today we’re cutting up pigs and looking at their anatomy, and those little things excite me so much.”
Career Pathways provide targeted career experiences for students
Psychiatric nurse, students discuss onset of superstitions in different cultures
Psychiatric nurse, students discuss onset of superstitions in different cultures
Humans of CHS: Halloween Costumes
Humans of CHS: Halloween Costumes
Students, counselor weigh benefits of TCP for transitioning to college
Students, counselor weigh benefits of TCP for transitioning to college
Junior Veronica Farrell interacts with a Carmel Elementary School student at her after-school job on April 30. Farrell said one of her favorite parts of her job is helping kids make crafts.
Q&A with junior Veronica Farrell and senior Zoey LaFollette on experiences working with elementary school students
Q&A with Sergeant Troy Smith, CCS SRO, K9 supervisor, trainer, about K-9 officers
Q&A with Sergeant Troy Smith, CCS SRO, K9 supervisor, trainer, about K-9 officers
Junior Sriyesh Sirineni works on his Integrated Marketing Campaign paper on Feb. 16 for upcoming DECA competitions. Sirineni said his motivation for DECA comes from the opportunity to travel to California and the social aspects during competitions.
Q&A with junior Sriyesh Sirineni on DECA competitions
Sophomores Luke Boyce and Hannah Sevening rehearse for their duo musical act on Jan. 17. They prepared for the upcoming Indiana State Thespians Conference on Jan. 19-20.
Q&A with sophomores Luke Boyce, Hannah Sevening on Theater, competing at the Thespian State Conference
CHS students share their dream vacation destinations
CHS students share their dream vacation destinations
Humans of CHS: Halloween Costumes
Humans of CHS: Halloween Costumes
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite season and why?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite season and why?
Humans of CHS: What are you bringing to your dorm room?
Humans of CHS: What are you bringing to your dorm room?
Month In Review: October 2024
Month In Review: October 2024
Month In Review: August/September 2024
Month In Review: August/September 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2024
Month In Review: April 2024
Month In Review: April 2024
Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
Word Search: October 31
Word Search: October 31
Connections: October 30
Connections: October 30
Mini Crossword: October 30
Mini Crossword: October 30
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Mini Crossword: October 23
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Connections: October 30
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Connections: October 18
Connections: October 18
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Connections: October 3
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Connections: September 27
Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
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Mini Crossword: September 26
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Crossword: September 20
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Review: “Saturday Night” is a chaotic and thrilling look at the origins of “Saturday Night Live” [MUSE]
Review: “Saturday Night” is a chaotic and thrilling look at the origins of “Saturday Night Live” [MUSE]
Review: “Megalopolis” is a bold, bewildering mess [MUSE]
Review: “Megalopolis” is a bold, bewildering mess [MUSE]
Review in Print: “School of Chocolate” is an exciting, entertaining, binge-watch for everyone [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Masters of the Air” is a brilliant representation of the cruelty of war [MUSE]
Review: Judy Moody encourages viewers to make the best out of their summer [MUSE]
Review: Judy Moody encourages viewers to make the best out of their summer [MUSE]
Review in Print: Maripaz Villar brings a delightfully unique style to the world of WEBTOON [MUSE]
Review in Print: Maripaz Villar brings a delightfully unique style to the world of WEBTOON [MUSE]
Review: “The Sword of Kaigen” is a masterpiece [MUSE]
Review: “The Sword of Kaigen” is a masterpiece [MUSE]
Review: Gateron Oil Kings, great linear switches, okay price [MUSE]
Review: Gateron Oil Kings, great linear switches, okay price [MUSE]
Review: “A Haunting in Venice” is a significant improvement from other Agatha Christie adaptations [MUSE]
Review: “A Haunting in Venice” is a significant improvement from other Agatha Christie adaptations [MUSE]
Review: A Thanksgiving story from elementary school, still just as interesting [MUSE]
Review: A Thanksgiving story from elementary school, still just as interesting [MUSE]
Review: "When I Fly Towards You", cute, uplifting youth drama [MUSE]
Review: “When I Fly Towards You”, cute, uplifting youth drama [MUSE]
Postcards from Muse: Hawaii Travel Diary [MUSE]
Postcards from Muse: Hawaii Travel Diary [MUSE]
Review: "Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Movie," departure from original show [MUSE]
Review: “Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Movie,” departure from original show [MUSE]
Review in Print: "Hidden Love" is the cute, uplifting drama everyone needs [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Hidden Love” is the cute, uplifting drama everyone needs [MUSE]
Review in Print: "Heartstopper" is the heartwarming queer romance we all need [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Heartstopper” is the heartwarming queer romance we all need [MUSE]
Keeping up with Carmel EP 2: The Halloween Episode, Halloween traditions, and trick or truth?
Keeping up with Carmel EP 2: The Halloween Episode, Halloween traditions, and trick or truth?
Carmel Eatery EP 1: Review of Fat Dan's Chicago-Style Deli
Carmel Eatery EP 1: Review of Fat Dan’s Chicago-Style Deli
Keeping up with Carmel EP 1: Homecoming themes, reality shows, and how to apply for college
Keeping up with Carmel EP 1: Homecoming themes, reality shows, and how to apply for college
HiLite of the Week EP 2: Nov. 6 Weekly News Roundup
HiLite of the Week EP 2: Nov. 6 Weekly News Roundup
HiLite of the Week EP 1: Oct. 1 Weekly News Roundup
HiLite of the Week EP 1: Oct. 1 Weekly News Roundup
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Luke Miller

Luke Miller, Sports Photographer

Hey my names Luke Miller, I’m a photographer and this is my third year on HiLite staff. I’m a part of the sports section, you can catch me on the sidelines at a lot of the Carmel sporting events. Outside of school I enjoy hanging out with friends and taking even more pictures.

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2023 LiteBox: Semester 2 Recap

2023 LiteBox: Semester 2 Recap

Caitlin Follman, Grace Guo, Chenyao Liu, and Luke Miller
May 28, 2023
Senior and basketball player Jake Griffin (second from left) gets ready to compete with his teammates in a CHS home game. Griffin said the crowd helps to motivate the team to perform their best.

[Photo] Men’s, women’s athletes perceive difference in recognition, promotion

Safin Khatri
March 13, 2023

Photo Gallery: Women’s swim team wins 37th consecutive State Championship

Luke Miller
February 13, 2023
STAR GAZING John Lear, a junior astronomy student, plots stars on a galaxy chart after observing the stars through the astronomy star machine on Tuesday, November 8th. Astronomy is a semester long class where students learn all about the stars and planets of our universe.

[Photo] 2022-23 Photo of the Day

September 2, 2022
Will Heldt, varsity football player and senior walks out onto the field with his teammates. Heldt said the team atmosphere helps to motivate him during games.

[Photo] Athlete Spotlight: Will Heldt, varsity football player and senior, commits to Purdue University

Safin Khatri
November 3, 2022
Jessica Pickett has played volleyball for 11 years. Pickett said her mom has influenced her and helped her find her love for the sport.

[Photo] Athletes following in parents footsteps impacts performance in sports

Katie Maurer
September 29, 2022
Junior Nick Basso goes for the ball during the game against Cathedral. Photo: Luke Miller

[Photo] Carmel varsity men’s soccer to play Homestead in Make Good Decisions game Sept. 16

Addison Joyce
September 15, 2022
Sophomore Oliver (Ollie) Rosewell works on the engine of his car.

[Photo] Sports investigate impacts of sport racing on environment

Austin Guo
May 19, 2022
TOUCH DOWN: Hayden Cate, a senior at Carmel, looks down field during life time fitness class for an open teammate on Tuesday, April 26. Students get the opportunity to play and learn the rules to all different types of sports during life time fitness.

[Photo] 2021-22 Photo of the Day

August 25, 2021
Lauren Littell, varsity tennis player and senior, prepares to return a serve during practice. Littell said she hopes to win both the State Championship as a team and individual this year.

[Photo] Athlete Spotlight: Lauren Littell, varsity tennis player, senior returning to team after year off

Maggie Meyer
April 25, 2022
Solomon Williams, varsity football player and senior, celebrates a touchdown. Williams said he is often stereotyped as less intelligent because he plays football, but he does not let it affect his academic performance.

[Photo] Athletes, assistant athletics director address stereotypes in sports, effect of Scholar Athlete program

Riley Laferriere
April 22, 2022
Basketball players address impact of March Madness tournament on training, college decisions

Basketball players address impact of March Madness tournament on training, college decisions

Luke Miller
March 25, 2022
Sophie Shepherd, soccer player and junior, jumps for a header during a game. Shepherd said soccer is enjoyable for her because she can use her strengths more when playing.

Athletes adjust training, develop different skills by playing multiple sports

Luke Miller
February 16, 2022
Freshman Guerin Whitcomb (center) plays the flute during a varsity women’s basketball game. Whitcomb said the pep band creates more excitement in games.

[Photo] Pep band member, basketball player celebrate impact of live music on game atmosphere

Darshini Shankar
February 11, 2022
Curran Eastes, a senior at Carmel high school, flys over a jump at the Town Run trail on Tuesday, Nov. 23. Town Run trail offers multiple challenges along the trail ranging from big jumps, rock climbs, and even a wall ride. “Even though you may not have the greatest equipment in the world, get out into the outdoors and experience it for yourself. It's truly eye-opening what the outdoors can do for you,” Eastes said.

PHOTO ESSAY: Mountain Biking with Curran Eastes

Luke Miller
January 19, 2022
Junior Peyton Henney mixes protein powder into her water bottle post-workout in her kitchen. According to Henney, “My favorite ‘cheat’ snack is anything chocolate and my favorite healthy snack is frozen strawberries with vanilla Greek yogurt.”

Q&A with Junior Peyton “Pey” Henney on sharing fitness journey through social media

Luke Miller
December 13, 2021
The varsity women’s volleyball team strategizes during a game. At this school, women’s volleyball is a school-sanctioned sport but men’s volleyball is a club sport. Junior Yayha Rehman said that men’s volleyball does not compete in regional and state level competitions as a result of these differences in sanctioning.

[Photo] Students evaluate benefits, implications of sanctioning men’s volleyball as an IHSAA sport

Raghav Sriram
December 10, 2021
Swimmer and freshman Alex Shackell swims laps at practice. Shackell said she typically practices swimming twice a day: in the morning and in the afternoon. Shackell also said she hopes to competitively swim at the Olympics.

[Photo] Alex Shackell, freshman swimmer, shares outlook on high school swim career after going to Olympic trials

Addison Joyce
December 10, 2021
clarke jumpshot

[Photo] Athlete Spotlight: Kate Clarke, varsity women’s basketball player, senior who committed to University of Michigan ranked 99th nationally in class

Maggie Meyer
November 12, 2021
Junior and varsity soccer player Annika Nelson throws the ball back in during the State championship soccer game on Oct. 30. The girls team faced Homestead High School at the IUPUI Carroll Stadium. After a tough game, the team lost 2-1, concluding their season.

[Photo] November Litebox: Eye on the Ball

November 12, 2021
ROLLING AROUND: Freshman Eleanor DeMoe skates with the Indianapolis Junior Roller Derby. Demoe said roller derby is a fun and challenging sport that keeps her motivated in life.

[Photo] Q&A with freshman Eleanor Demoe on passion for roller derby, involvement in the Indianapolis Junior Roller Derby

Michelle Wan
November 12, 2021
Sports Briefs

Sports Briefs

Darshini Shankar and Luke Miller
October 22, 2021
The CHS student section cheers on the football team at a game against Center Grove. Linebacker and senior Jackson Reece said, while the team mainly focuses on their own performance, the support from students and fans at the Homecoming game gives a boost to the team. The Homecoming game against North Central will be on Sept. 24.

[Photo] Varsity football players keep same game mindset despite bigger Homecoming crowds

Maggie Meyer
September 23, 2021
Ginger Britton, head coach of the CHS softball team, talks strategy with players during a game. Britton said female-to-female communication with coaches encourages players to talk about their struggles.

[Photo] Members, head coach, of women’s softball team acknowledge benefits of female coaches, challenges for women in coaching

Alivia Romaniuk
May 15, 2021
TERRIFIC TEAM: Junior Joey Duncan (second from left) fist bumps one of his teammates during his soccer game. Duncan said everyone is included when playing recreational soccer.

[Photo] Students, coach consider benefits of participating in recreational sports

Aniket Biswal and Andrew Caito
April 14, 2021
Trinity Griffin, varsity cheerleader and senior, cheers for the varsity basketball team at a home game in March. She said one of the biggest challenges to being a student athlete is trying to maintain grades at school while performing for a sport. Although she said she values her grades, she said she prioritizes her mental health over her school work and grades.

[Photo] Student athletes, counselor share experiences, perspectives on balancing school, life

Hannah Baer
April 10, 2021
Sophomore Everett Carlisle watches a game from the March Madness tournament at home on his TV. Carlisle said if he had an opportunity to go to one of the games in-person he would take it.

[Photo] Q&A with students on March Madness

Andrew Caito
March 18, 2021
Micah Hartsock, Icehounds gold team member and senior, holds the Hoosier League Tournament trophy after defeating Hamilton Southeastern’s team 5-2 on Feb. 21. “Everyone is doing their part,” Hartsock said. “This win was a great stepping stone going into the state tournament.”

[Photo] March Litebox: A Chilly Victory

March 17, 2021
PITCH PERFECT: Daniel Cunningham, varsity baseball player and junior, practices pitching indoors. Cunningham said practices have been more difficult during the pandemic due to more baseball fields and training facilities being closed.

[Photo] Athletes, coaches consider challenges in spring sports after long hiatus due to COVID-19

Jillian Moore
March 14, 2021
Athletic trainer Chad Bergman helps to adhere tape on an athlete to help prevent future injuries. Bergman said, Bergman said he likes his job as an athletic trainer primarily because it allows him to dwell on his love of both sports and helping others.

[Photo] In light of National Athletic Training month, students, trainers discuss importance of its role in shaping athletes

Hannah Baer
March 12, 2021
PRINT PERFECTION: Annie Salter, dark room photography student and junior, works with Mr. Daly on spot toning her work on March 1. Spot toning is a dark room technique where one takes a water based dye and paints it on their print to touch up any spots. “Spot toning is a tough technique to master so having Mr. Daly there to help me work through it helps me create a better print,” Salter said.

[Photo] 2020-21 Photo of the Day

September 14, 2020
ROUTINE RIDE: Clare Leedke, horseback rider and sophomore, controls her horse on a practice ride. According to Leedke, controlling a galloping horse while riding is much harder than a traditional trail ride.

[Photo] Q&A with Clare Leedke, horseback rider and sophomore

Leah Tan
February 9, 2021
Sophomore Gavin Owens celebrates during a playoff football game before the Super Bowl. The game Owens watched was between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the New Orlean Saints, in which the Buccaneers won and will play in the Super Bowl on Feb. 7th.

[Photo] CHS students predict their Super Bowl winners, share plans for game day

Andrew Caito
February 8, 2021
Junior Bianca Templeton plays an electric guitar during Hope for the Holidays at the Carmel Gazebo on Dec. 9. The CHS Cabinet organized the event to raise money for kids at the Riley Children’s Hospital. The show, divided into eight holiday performances, can be viewed on the Carmel Dance Marathon’s Instagram and Twitter.

[Photo] January Litebox: Seasonal Sonatas

January 15, 2021
GRAPHIC PERSPECTIVE: Wacky Weather

GRAPHIC PERSPECTIVE: Wacky Weather

Luke Miller
January 7, 2021
Griffin Hadley, varsity swimmer and senior, takes a breath during a practice swim. According to Hadley, his winter workouts are often more rigorous than his school ones.

[Photo] Winter sports athletes will continue practicing over upcoming winter break

Andrew Caito
December 12, 2020
LONG GLIDER: Junior Claire Qu glides on one leg during her practice at the ice rink. She said one of the hardest parts of ice skating is being consistent and being able to balance every part of her body the correct way so she does not fall down.

[Photo] Q&A with junior Claire Qu regarding her passion to ice skate during pandemic

Austin Guo
December 7, 2020
Senior Maggie Love swims the butterfly stroke after school in preparation for the upcoming season for the varsity women’s swim team.She said she is committed to Purdue University but is frustrated with the changes to college recruiting. She said she wished she could meet the coaches face-to-face because so she could feel like a student athlete.

[Photo] Aspiring NCAA athletes react to changes to in-person college recruitment visits, scholarship decisions

Alivia Romaniuk
November 22, 2020
MASKS ON: Members of the wrestling team put on their gear before practice. Harel Halevi, varsity wrestler and senior, said he believes contracting the virus while wrestling is less likely than it seems because athletes meet only a few people at each meet on top of the many new safety procedures.

[Photo] Wrestling team begins season amid pandemic, practices new safety procedures

Hannah Baer
November 19, 2020
CHEER-ING UP: Riley Shockey, varsity cheerleader and senior, pumps up her team for an upcoming routine. Shockey said when she performs in front of an audience there is more excitement and adrenaline.However, with new COVID-19 safety guidelines, her virtual performances have no audiences, which she said makes it harder to perform.

[Photo] Cheerleaders, coach reflect on pros, cons of competing virtually

Darshini Shankar
October 16, 2020
MENTALLY SHARP: Junior Baenan McKeown gets ready to kick a soccer ball during a home soccer game against Guerin Catholic High School. Mckeown said that it is important to be motivated during physical therapy, and said he was mentally sharp with his injury.

[Photo] Athletes with prior injuries reflect on physical therapy, explain benefits both physically, mentally

Hannah Baer
October 13, 2020
Many students gather on Friday, Aug. 28 to watch a home game for the Carmel Greyhounds against Cathedral. The Hounds lost the game 44-28; however, on Sept. 11, the Hounds won in a double overtime thriller 45-44 over Pike high school.Many students gathered to show energy, despite the 250 spectator limit set by the IHSAA. Athletic director Jim Inskeep said he finds players are becoming more and more accepting of the changes.

[Photo] Athletes remark on new regulations for spectators at games, reflect on pros, cons

Andrew Caito and Alivia Romaniuk
September 21, 2020
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