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The Student News Source of Sparkman High School

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Threading Albertville defenders, eighth grader Ty Pace drives to the basket. Pace, moved up from the freshmen team earlier in the season, has led the Senators in points in several games this season.

[Photo] Pace Adds Element of Surprise To Varsity Boys Basketball

By Faith Brooks, Reporter January 10, 2024

Threading Albertville defenders, eighth grader Ty Pace drives to the basket. Pace, moved up from the freshmen team earlier in the season, has led the Senators in points in several games this season.

JaLa Blackwell about to serve the ball.

[Photo] Lady Senators Win Last Home Game of The Season

By Haley Young, Reporter October 16, 2023

JaLa Blackwell about to serve the ball.

Senior Amaree Jabarr being lifted in celebration by Jamarion Matthews after first touchdown

[Photo] Senators Win Streak Broken by One Point Loss

By Jonathan Rozier, Sports Editor October 11, 2023

Senior Amaree Jabarr being lifted in celebration by Jamarion Matthews after first touchdown

Senior Jayden Chambers returning a punt.

[Photo] Sparkman Tames The Tigers for Homecoming Game

By Jonathan Rozier, Reporter September 26, 2023

Senior Jayden Chambers returning a punt.

In his first year of coaching, alumnus Thomas Lee Bowden serves as an assistant to the varsity football team.

[Photo] Living a Double Life

By Meh'Quira Malone, Editor-in-Chief September 19, 2023

In his first year of coaching, alumnus Thomas Lee Bowden serves as an assistant to the varsity football team.

Snatching the ball from the air, junior Jonathan Rozier catches a pass from QB Jaiden Scott to score one of two touchdowns for the night. The offense put on a clinic with a 58-0 win over Albertville.

[Photo] Senators Get Another Shut-Out At Albertville

By Jonathan Rozier, Reporter September 18, 2023

Snatching the ball from the air, junior Jonathan Rozier catches a pass from QB Jaiden Scott to score one of two touchdowns for the night. The offense put on a clinic with a 58-0 win over Albertville.

Running a recent race, senior Sam Menikheim races to the finish line.

[Photo] Senior Runner Talks With The CC

By Aydin Collins, Reporter September 13, 2023

Running a recent race, senior Sam Menikheim races to the finish line.

Quimani Hairston blocking against Hazel Green

[Photo] Volleyball Gain Wins In First Few Games

By Wyatt Harris, Repoter September 12, 2023

Quimani Hairston blocking against Hazel Green

Jayden Thomas clutches the ball as he runs towards the teams end zone.

[Photo] Senators Pull off Win in Nail-Biter against Austin

By Jonathan Rozier, Reporter September 11, 2023

Jayden Thomas clutches the ball as he runs towards the teams end zone.

Jayden Thomas making his way towards the end zone for a touchdown.

[Photo] Senators Produce Shut-Out Over Huffman

By Jonathan Rozier, Reporter September 5, 2023

Jayden Thomas making his way towards the end zone for a touchdown.

With a Hazel Green defender hanging on, junior Jon Rozier crosses into the end zone. Rozier scored the first touchdown in the game.

[Photo] Senators Win First Game Of The Season

By Staff August 28, 2023

With a Hazel Green defender hanging on, junior Jon Rozier crosses into the end zone. Rozier scored the first touchdown in the game.

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[Photo] The Lady Senators Top Charts

By Meh'Quira Malone, Sports Editor February 3, 2023

In last year's game against 5A Decatur, senior Walt Echols takes the ball up the field.

[Photo] Soccer Preview: Soccer Heats Up This Week

By Kendall Cope, A&E Editor January 31, 2023

Taking the ball up the field in last year's game against Austin, junior Jayda Davis gets the ball closer to the goal.

Senior Cam Jones dribbles past a James Clemens defender. The team opened against the Jets on Nov. 8.

[Photo] Basketball Kicks Off First Week Against Madison City School Teams

By Kahleel Green, Reporter November 18, 2022

Senior Cam Jones dribbles past a James Clemens defender. The team opened against the Jets on Nov. 8.

The Senators make their way to stop Bob Jones from making a pass.

[Photo] A Season For The Senators

By Meh'Quira Malone, Sports Editor November 9, 2022

The Senators make their way to stop Bob Jones from making a pass.

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[Photo] Senators Lose Last Region Game

By Meh'Quira Malone, Sports Editor October 31, 2022

Taking the ball across the finish line, senior Karmelo Montgomery scores his second touchdown of the evening. The team routed the TIgers in the second area game of the season.

[Photo] Senators Offense Snags the Win

By Meh'Quira Malone, Sports Editor September 21, 2022

Taking the ball across the finish line, senior Karmelo Montgomery scores his second touchdown of the evening. The team routed the TIgers in the second area game of the season.

Cover Photo: September 2022 Edition

[Photo] September 2022 Edition

September 20, 2022

Cover Photo: September 2022 Edition

Head coach Laron White and junior wide receiver Bryan Nance discuss the next move for the Senators.

[Photo] Team Loses Close In Overtime

By Meh'Quira Malone, Sports Editor September 9, 2022

Head coach Laron White and junior wide receiver Bryan Nance discuss the next move for the Senators.

Preparing to release the ball, sophomore Jenna Webber looks to bowl a strike. Webber had a successful season, especially at the state championships.

[Photo] Sophomore Named Top Bowler In The State

By Madeline Hymas, Reporter February 4, 2022

Preparing to release the ball, sophomore Jenna Webber looks to bowl a strike. Webber had a successful season, especially at the state championships.

Rising up, junior Nylla Fuller takes a 3-point shot. The basket gave the Senators a 22 point lead.

[Photo] SPORTS RECAP: JAN. 21-28

By Mckynna Stevens, Managing Editor January 31, 2022

Rising up, junior Nylla Fuller takes a 3-point shot. The basket gave the Senators a 22 point lead.

Junior Timbre Kirk gets a 3-point shot off with an Oxford defender in his face. Kirk's ability to hit the three in all four tournament games led to he being named MVP.

[Photo] Senior Takes MVP Despite Not Being A Starter

By Makayla Barchett, Lifestyles Editor January 19, 2022

Junior Timbre Kirk gets a 3-point shot off with an Oxford defender in his face. Kirk's ability to hit the three in all four tournament games led to he being named MVP.

Blocking out, sophomore Jalei O'Neal prepares to bounce on the rebound.

[Photo] Sophomore Talks Mid-Season Play

By Vee Lewis, Reporter December 17, 2021

Blocking out, sophomore Jalei O'Neal prepares to bounce on the rebound.

Going up for two points, senior Calen Lightford manuevers around a Lee defender.

[Photo] Senior Gets 1000th Point in Team Championship

By Amiyah Baker, Reporter December 16, 2021

Going up for two points, senior Calen Lightford manuevers around a Lee defender.

Going up for the layup, senior Calen Lightford scores two against a Lee defender.

[Photo] Varsity Basketball Teams Rank in Top 10

By MeMe Malone, Reporter December 10, 2021

Going up for the layup, senior Calen Lightford scores two against a Lee defender.

Senior Luke Schomburg runs the ball to salvage some yards in the game against Austin.

[Photo] Sports Q&A: Football Season With Briace McBeth

By MeMe Malone, Reporter September 24, 2021

Senior Luke Schomburg runs the ball to salvage some yards in the game against Austin.

Winding her pitch, sophomore Ella Boyd prepares to strike out the batter.

[Photo] Sophomore Pitcher Talks Softball

By Angela Ducote, Reporter April 20, 2021

Winding her pitch, sophomore Ella Boyd prepares to strike out the batter.

Setting up his stance, junior Chris Sims looks for the pitch.

[Photo] Junior Speaks About Season

By Donell White, Reporter March 22, 2021

Setting up his stance, junior Chris Sims looks for the pitch.

Member of the volleyball team celebrate after a big play in the area championship.

[Photo] Volleyball Players Comment on Successful Season

By Sarah Chase, A&E Editor November 6, 2020

Member of the volleyball team celebrate after a big play in the area championship.

Senior Karon White takes gets some air after a defensive play.

[Photo] Senior Chooses Appalachian State for Post Secondary Career

By Myles Gollop, News Editor September 15, 2020

Senior Karon White takes gets some air after a defensive play.

Sophomore Tyrese Elliott goes up for a basket. Elliott hit a 3-pointer at the end of the Gadsden City game to secure the victory.

[Photo] Boys Basketball Gets First Area Win of Season

By Ethan King, Sports Editor January 14, 2020

Sophomore Tyrese Elliott goes up for a basket. Elliott hit a 3-pointer at the end of the Gadsden City game to secure the victory.

Sophomore Tyrese Elliott looks for an open player to make a pass. Elliott had five points in the first game of the season.

[Photo] Boys Basketball Gets First Win Of The Season

November 13, 2019

Sophomore Tyrese Elliott looks for an open player to make a pass. Elliott had five points in the first game of the season.

The team celebrates after their 27-14 win over Bob Jones on Friday, Oct. 11. The Senators had not beaten Bob Jones since 2006.

[Photo] Team Breaks 12-Year Losing Streak to Rival Bob Jones

By Lillie Howard, Reporter October 16, 2019

The team celebrates after their 27-14 win over Bob Jones on Friday, Oct. 11. The Senators had not beaten Bob Jones since 2006.

The offensive line shows their ability to block for the runners this season.

[Photo] Offensive Line Provides the Protection Needed to be Undefeated

By Myles Gollop, Reporter October 3, 2019

The offensive line shows their ability to block for the runners this season.

Senior Adam Depew prepares to make a jump.

Senior Adam Depew prepares to make a jump.

Sophomore Johnny Holloway competes in his first state competition.

Sophomore Johnny Holloway competes in his first state competition.

Senior Rachel Daneri blocks out her opponent.

Senior Rachel Daneri blocks out her opponent.

Senior John David Ray runs through a mud hole in the annual UAH Mud Run.

Senior John David Ray runs through a mud hole in the annual UAH Mud Run.

Eluding a Gadsden City tackle, senior Hunter Gibson runs for the endzone.

Eluding a Gadsden City tackle, senior Hunter Gibson runs for the endzone.

The basketball teams show that they are ready for the upcoming season in their promotional photo.

The basketball teams show that they are ready for the upcoming season in their promotional photo.

Seniors Jonathan Bolden takes a break from a competition swim.

Seniors Jonathan Bolden takes a break from a competition swim.

Senior Lee Bowden, an offensive lineman, hurt his hand in the jamboree game. He has worked hard at rehab to get back on the field to complete his senior year.

Senior Lee Bowden, an offensive lineman, hurt his hand in the jamboree game. He has worked hard at rehab to get back on the field to complete his senior year.

The softball team went undefeated to win the state championship in Montgomery this weekend.

[Photo] Softball heads to state playoffs

By Jada Dutchess, Reporter May 19, 2016

The softball team went undefeated to win the state championship in Montgomery this weekend.

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