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Let the winter sports commence! Get to know the student athletes participating in the upcoming season! “We have 8 seniors who are very determined to have a great season.  Practices so far have been great and we look forward to having a successful season.” Said Coach Wartella.

Winter Sports Commence

Sami Woodford and Chase Teresavage December 22, 2021

If you asked almost any middle school, high school, collegiate and professional coach to name the one basketball skill or character trait that is the most important to the future success of a player, and...

Senior athletes discuss the Tide experience

December 23, 2020

Senior athletes from Pottsville talk about their sports experiences over the past four years.

Lexy Maccarone dribbles down the field finding a player to pass to during the game against North Schuylkill. Pottsville Girls Soccer took home the win against North Schuylkill with a score of 6-0. Lexy Maccarone said, “In order for us to win the championships against Minersville I think we just need to play our game by passing, moving, and making smart decisions.”

Girls soccer wins the Schuylkill League Championship

Ava Jefferson, Staffer November 2, 2020

Tuesday, October 20th Pottsville Girls Soccer beat Williams Valley 5-1 in the first round of playoffs. This win led them to the Schuylkill League Championships facing Minersville Thursday, October 22nd....

 Senior Nico Boris is running down the field during his soccer practice. The PIAA And Governor Tom Wolf agreed to let fall sports continue. “I feel great that we are actually allowed to play. I would’ve been heartbroken if we weren’t allowed. Coach  Reichert has been just making sure we are focused to try and cram everything in last minute because it is difficult to cram an entire off-season into one month.”

Sports Adjust to COVID-19

Ava Jefferson, Staffer September 11, 2020

Did someone say fall sport season? Unfortunately, this year is a little different than how it’s been in the past.COVID-19 is also taking effect on the 2020-2021 season for this year. Many fans, students,...

Juniors Greta Snukis and Emma Smith stand on the podium after the Schuylkill League Diving Championships. Snukis placed first in diving while Smith placed third. Snukis said, ”My hard work and countless hours of nonstop diving paid off. I was super happy to have clean dives throughout the meet.”

Girls’ Swim and Dive Made a Splash at Leagues

Carly Mohl, Staffer February 13, 2020

This past Saturday, Schuylkill League swimmers spent their day at the pool for what felt like an eternity. The perseverance through the boredom proved to pay off, as swimmers like sophomore Taleah Ruben...

Sam Sterns, sophomore at Nativity BVM, wrestles for the Pottsville Crimson Tide in a match against the Jim Thorpe Indians on Wednesday night. The Tide won against Jim Thorpe with a score of 49-24. Sterns said, “My big goal for the season was to have a better record. I want to be able to show my hard work and dedication.”

Crimson Tide Wrestling Hasn’t Tapped Out Yet

Carly Mohl, Staffer January 21, 2020

No one can seem to pin Crimson Tide Wrestling! With a record of 2-2, the Tide has remained strong through tough opponents like Blue Mountain and Easton. The dedication and motivation of the team has set...

Senior Mason Barnes dribbles down the court looking to move the ball for a basket. Barnes has played varsity since his freshman year. Barnes said, “Im just trying to show these guys what we need to do to get this team back on the right foot.”

Tide Back on Track

Wyatt Selinko, Staffer December 20, 2019

The varsity boys basketball team started the season rough, but bounced right back. Despite the Crimson Tide’s loss in their first game, they have won two since.  Now they sit with an even record of...

Senior Damon Yost is scanning the field looking for a receiver to throw the football to.

Hittin’ The Road

Wyatt Selinko, Staffer September 27, 2019

A two hour bus trip may not sound the most pleasing right before a game, but the Crimson Tide had to deal with it. This didn’t stop the players from playing any harder. Freshman Joey Palko said, “I’m...

Junior Bobby Walchak is tackled by opposing players. The Crimson Tide ended the game with a victory.  Senior Clayton Demcher said, “Being in [the student section in] front of the football players and supporting my boys every Friday is always a blast.”

The Big Day: Friday Night Football

Ava Jefferson and Wyatt Selinko September 12, 2019

 WAIT!! Did someone say Friday night football? With football Friday just starting, it is a big event for every school district across the county, including Pottsville Area School District. Otherwise known...

Athletes sign to colleges

Athletes sign to colleges

Alexis Yoder, Editor-in-Chief May 9, 2019

Seven athletes have made the decision to further their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level. They are seniors Victor Ortiz, Parker Zimerofsky, Josh Hamilton, Patrick Ryan, Samantha Day,...

Senior Kylie Tohill (center) dives into the pool.

Tohill named Girls’ Swimmer of the Year

Alexis Yoder, Editor-in-Chief May 6, 2019

Years of hard work have paid off for senior swimmer Kylie Tohill. When the Republican Herald All-Area swim team was released, Tohill's picture was plastered on the front cover, meaning she was named the...

Winter Sports Recap

Winter Sports Recap

Alexis Yoder, Editor-in-Chief March 29, 2019

The weather might have been cold, but the winter sports teams were hot during their seasons. Many teams and individuals qualified for and won playoff games, matches and meets. Records were broken and championships...

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