Shaffer dunks at Youngsville

By Sierra McCartney, staff writer “Youngsville is known to have a more springy floor, it always seems like you can jump higher.” -Henry Shaffer Senior Henry Shaffer thrilled the Saegertown fans by completing the first successful slam dunk of the season in the January 13 game at Youngsville. It was the third quarter, and Saegertown was up 48-21. Shaffer attempted a dunk on a fast … Continue reading Shaffer dunks at Youngsville

Bland sees success on Meadville swim team

By Camden Gjovik sports editor and Kaylee Reynolds staff writer Saegertown junior Skyler Bland loves to compete. She has been a member of the Meadville swim team since her freshman year, even though she is a PENNCREST student.  “I’ve been swimming for about nine to ten years,” Bland said “I do enjoy swimming for the Meadville swim team.” Bland is not the only PENNCREST swimmer. … Continue reading Bland sees success on Meadville swim team

Entrance hallway receives an upgrade

by Amanda Crowl, editor in chief It was ugly. It was outdated. But that’s the way one hall used to be after a recent upgrade. While the Panther Hallway received a makeover, the downstairs entrance hallway was left in disrepair. With the wallpaper torn down and no further progress, it looked as if a glue storm had struck. After much consideration, a painter was hired … Continue reading Entrance hallway receives an upgrade

Panthers face Bulldogs tonight for region title

By Taylor Munce, sports editor   The boys volleyball team began their stellar season with a record of 10-0 in the district after an impressive win over McDowell on May 2. They took down the AAA powerhouse in five sets with scores of 18-25, 25-21, 25-21, 17-25, and 16-14.   Senior outside hitter Will Phelan attributes the recent successes to teamwork. “It’s crucial in volleyball … Continue reading Panthers face Bulldogs tonight for region title

Panthers grapple at Walsh Ironman Tournament

By Hannah Draa and Cutter’b Pritchard, Staff Writers From coast to coast, wrestlers all over the country travel to compete in the Walsh Ironman Tournament. This year, the well-represented Saegertown wrestling team participated in this event on Dec. 11 through Dec. 12. It is known as the number one ranked tournament in the country. It is held at Walsh Jesuit High School in Ohio. Last year, … Continue reading Panthers grapple at Walsh Ironman Tournament

Reynolds earns ‘IRON (ironman) POWER (powerade)TOOL (tool city)’ status

By Jessica Tomiczek, Social Media Editor  After a third place finish at the state championship last year, senior Dylan Reynolds felt like he had something to prove. In the Fall of last year, he committed to Clarion University, where he will follow his dream of wrestling for a Division I program with his brother, Shawn. Then, he won the number one nationally ranked Iron Man … Continue reading Reynolds earns ‘IRON (ironman) POWER (powerade)TOOL (tool city)’ status