By Emma DeWeese Playing a sport in high-school results in improved physical and mental health and better performance in the classroom. Senior Sam Barhorst states that football has taught him “problem solving, dealing with adversity, leadership, teamwork, and communication.” Dr. Cindy Gellner, a pediatrician, recommends that children play sports to experience healthy social interactions that will set them up for success. She claims playing a … Continue reading Student athletes see many benefits

By: Kirsten Thomas Wednesday and Saturday, May 11 and 14, Bellbrook hosted the SWBL meet. The league was split into two divisions this year. Bellbrook girls finished third in their division and the boys got second.  The East divisions include Bellbrook, Oakwood, Franklin, Monroe, and Waynesville. The West division is made up of Brookville, Carlisle, Eaton, Madison, and Valley View.  The meet on Saturday started … Continue reading Bellbrook Hosts SWBL Track Meet

By Leanne Beane On May 03, Bellbrook’s Girls Lacrosse held their annual Senior Night. The event took place at 5:45 p.m, followed by the Bellbrook vs Tippecanoe varsity game, which Bellbrook won 11-2. During the event, the 14 senior players were recognized with how long they played (the average being 3-4 years) and what university they were attending. The team has two games left before … Continue reading Women’s Lacrosse celebrates Senior Night

By Leanne Beane In late April, Bellbrook High School’s Indoor Percussion Ensemble performed at their final competition of the season, WGI World Championships. On Thursday, April 21, the ensemble competed in the preliminary competition at the Nutter Center. After performing in round four at 5:49 p.m, they were awarded 5th place out of 12 groups, securing them a place in semifinals. The semifinal competition took … Continue reading Bellbrook’s Indoor Percussion Ensemble makes it to semifinals in last competition of the season

By Leanne Beane Jada Weiss is a freshman on the Bellbrook High School’s wrestling team and the only female currently on the team. Weiss began wrestling in 7th grade, crediting her brothers, one already on the team, as her inspiration and explaining, “It looked like an interesting sport.” She has enjoyed wrestling so far and describes the team as “decent friends.” When asked how she … Continue reading Wrestling freshman represents at the State level

By Leanne Beane Who are the Bellbrook Marching Eagles & Color Guard? The Bellbrook Marching Eagles & Color Guard are a group of athletes who use musical and visual elements to create a 5-10 minute performance for entertainment and competition. This year, their show was titled “Out of the Blue” and included musical selections “Rhapsody in Blue” by George Gershwin, “Blue Rondo à la Turk” … Continue reading The Bellbrook Marching Eagles & Color Guard look back on a successful season