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Staff Editorial: The variety of class options at this school is commendable

Staff Editorial: The variety of class options at this school is commendable

HiLite Staff December 11, 2024

There are undeniable benefits of living in the Carmel Clay School (CCS) district, and one of them is you have the opportunity to wrap up your formal education like a neat little bow. The sheer amount of...

Athletes, counselor, contemplate benefits of having family in sports

Athletes, counselor, contemplate benefits of having family in sports

Laasya Avula November 25, 2024

Alexandra "Alex" Shackell, Olympic swimmer and senior, started competitive swimming when she was only 6 years old, after she said her parents had encouraged her to join. She ended up loving the sport,...

The impact of height on team, non-team sports, rejects height-related stigmas

The impact of height on team, non-team sports, rejects height-related stigmas

Jasmine Y. Zhang November 22, 2024

"Athleticism runs in the family" is a popularized saying that remarks on many members of a family having success in athletics and sports. This saying, while not meant to be taken literally, has been backed...

Students reflect on pros, cons of playing club sports

Students reflect on pros, cons of playing club sports

Laasya Avula October 26, 2024

Catalina Ufor, volleyball player and sophomore, started playing volleyball when she was 13 years old. She said she loves how her sport has helped her grow, and learn to overcome obstacles and enjoys...

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

Katie Maurer October 18, 2024

When senior Amanda Ailes first began thinking about college, she had never heard of Huntington University, the school she is now committed to for volleyball. Next year, however, Ailes will be one of the...

Members of the Carmel football team face off against Homestead on Aug. 23 at home. Anthony Coellner, quarterback and junior, said the team has continued to improve since the beginning of the season.

Carmel football to face Brebeuf on Sept. 20

Ryan Sharp September 19, 2024

Carmel football prepares for a home game on Sept. 20. The team is 2-2 on the season and the game will be on Homecoming.  Anthony Coellner, quarterback and junior, said the team feels confident heading...

On Aug. 23, the CHS varsity football team has their first game of the season at home. As the hounds lead the game going into the fourth quarter, the coaches help them stay focused while victory is in sight.

Football players, coach discuss impact of first game on season

Laasya Avula September 17, 2024

For Anthony Coellner, junior and football player, football has always been a sport where he can learn and improve while connecting with his teammates. As the starting quarterback, Coellner has a large...

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...

Adom Quist, track and field runner and senior, runs in the track meet at home. Coach Altevogt said that the team will be top contender for the State championship in early

Men’s track and field to compete against North Central on May 1

Saahas Kandru April 30, 2024

The men’s track and field team will compete against North Central on May 1. The Sectional in Noblesville will be May 16. Adom Quist, track and field runner and senior, said he practiced forcefully in...

The women’s lacrosse team practices on the Carmel field on April 18. Junior Chloe Putnam said she feels the team has done well this season, as they have gone undefeated in in-state games this season.

Women’s lacrosse team trains for game against Zionsville on April 25

Katie Maurer April 23, 2024

The women’s lacrosse team is preparing to play Zionsville High School away at Zionsville on April 25 at 7 p.m. “[Zionsville has] historically been good. They have a really strong senior class, they...

A student equestrian trains with her horse. Ehret said the sport takes up a significant amount of her free time. Ehret said, "My whole school year (turned upside down) because I moved to a new barn. I’m gone for four hours after school; I get (out of school), get up there at 5 p.m. and get back at 9 p.m. So there’s just no time to do anything that’s not what I currently do, and to be honest, there’s no time for that either.”

Students, teacher, administrator reflect on the experiences of students who compete for teams outside of CHS

Nora Mariano April 23, 2024

Springtime brings about the start of the seasons for many sports at this school. As the sun begins warming the frost-bitten ground, baseball and softball players pick up their bats, and track runners stretch...

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