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1 April/May 2018 Mrs. Gattie Adviser

Tyler Jacobs

Editor-in-Chief

Photo by Sarah Ransom and Naomi Nichols in the forefront, Jaime Ericson attends the Prince’s Ball in our spring makayla tardie dancing as townspeople. production of Cinderella Co-Editor-in-Chief/ Design editor

Elizabeth Owusu

News Editor becca Alicandro

Photo by Makayla Tardie Photo by Lifetouch Ladies of the ball lament with one of Cinderella’s Kaitlyn Schwinn in action during a game. Features Editor stepsisters, played by Olivia Royster. Savannah Aversa

Junior sports editor Ava purcell

Junior op-ed editor

Photo by TLB Staff Photo by TLB Staff The baseball team circles up in preparation before their game. Taylor sullivan Staff reporter Gynger adams

staff reporter

Photo by Makayla Tardie Photo by Molly McMullen Katelyn Siget and Molly McMullen chilling out at an Makayla Tardie, Natalie Masaitis, and Katelyn Siget art museum in D.C. taking a journey on the art field trip. April/May 2018 2 Editorials Going Beyond and Saying Goodbye By Tyler Jacobs indeed. longer be a Chancellor Charger, remain consistent and to always Editor-in-Chief While I am anxious to instead I’ll be transitioning to a have a smile for another person So here we are at the end of the pursue these paths, there is a Rowan Prof. There are a lot of even if you’ve had a crappy day. line. Senior year is drawing to a high amount of excitement that people I’m going to miss and a I mention those two because close and I wonder whether or guides me. I know that I face lot of people I have so much to they are the two with whom I not my next steps will lead me uncertainty, but I’m still going be thankful for. I am also incred- have spent majority of my time in the right direction. A common to follow those dreams in hopes ibly thankful to have gone to at Chancellor. They are merely anxiety I believe many of us in of success and preferably, happi- Chancellor, despite its difficul- two of many teachers that I am high school share, especially for ness. I believe that when we step ties on occasion. Though it must thankful to have had. those in the class of 2018. out of high school, we have to be said that every high school Saying goodbye this month will As someone going into educa- be our own biggest cheerleaders has its problems. be hard and many tears will be tion as well as the entertainment in order to go beyond. In high I have met so many wonder- shed. There’s a lot of love to go industry, there is a lot of un- school we are surrounded by ful people and fabulous teachers, around and hugs to be had. I en- certainty in those career paths. constant support and assistance. all who have helped form me into courage each one of you to show There are a lot of issues with the While in college there is still the person I am now. Mr. Ar- some appreciation to those you education system going on right support, there is also a greater mentrout has taught me how to love, to those who have taught now, especially when it comes shift towards independence. lead, create a positive network you to be better, and those who to theatre education. With the So there’s the first half of around me, and lessons I’ll not have taught you to be you. entertainment industry, the per- this. My senior year is ending soon forget that are too many to centage of actors who actually and within a few weeks I will no list. Mrs. Gattie has helped me get work that is paid is very slim Looking Back By Makayla Tardie overall I am beyond excited for greatest kindness. The Docker- four years will be spent achiev- Co-Editor-in-Chief what the future has in store. ies have both always been there ing my dream. I’m so grateful I During my freshman year of I have met so many incredible to listen to me talk about any- have the opportunity to study high school, graduating and go- people in this school. I have a lot thing and everything. These are what I’ve been passionate about ing to college was the furthest to be thankful for and I am going just a few of the teachers who my whole life. Leaving Chancel- thing from my mind. Now, near- to miss so many people. My re- have motivated me throughout lor will be very difficult, but I ing the end of my senior year, lationships with my friends and these past years. They all helped know my friends and I all have it all seems like it went by so teachers have guided me. Mrs. to shape me into the person I am amazing lives ahead of us. I am quickly. While I sit and reflect Houston and Mr. Moore have today. forever grateful for all the expe- on these last four years, I realize greatly influenced my creativity, Chancellor High School will riences I have had here, and I en- how unreal it feels that in just a individuality, and work ethic all always hold a very special place courage all of you to take a mo- few months I will be in a differ- while pushing me to always work in my heart. Very soon, I will be ment to look back and appreciate ent state pursuing my love for my hardest. Mrs. Gattie taught in Georgia attending the Savan- everyone and everything that the arts. I am extremely anxious me how to work efficiently with nah College of Art and Design. has helped, taught, and built you for how different it will be, but others and has shown me the It blows my mind that my next into the person you are. On the covers Follow us on instagram On the front, Cinderella and the Prince attend the ball in @tlbnewspaper The Journalism students at Chancellor High School publish The Lightning Bolt, the only official newspaper on Rodger’s and Hmmaerstein’s Cinderella. campus. The purpose of the newspaper is to factually inform and entertain its readers. As an established On the back, townspeople rejoice in excitement for the open forum for the student body, truth will be the staff’s major goal. It is the responsibility of each staffer to adhere to the journalism code of ethics as set by the Society of Professional Journalists, Sigma Delta Chi. Prince’s Ball! The code states that a journalist can not accept gifts, favors or privileges that could compromise their Photos by Mary-Cate Mosher integrity. All material published will be the result of brainstorm sessions by the staff. Subjects stimulating to the majority of the student body will be used. The editorial board, which is comprised of all newspaper Contents staff members will determine the priority of the stories and the overall design of publication. The advisor serves to give students a better understanding of the functions and ethics of a free press. The advisor News...... 4-6 does not serve as a censure. Student editors will decide the material to be published. In accordance with community standards, profanity will not appear in the publication. Students are free to express an opinion Catch up on Cinderella, DECA, and FBLA! on matters of public interests under the, “fair comment rule.” Under this rule, the student has the right to Features....7-9 intelligently criticize the school and its policies. Editorials reflect the opinion of The Lightning Bolt. Opinion stories reflect the opinion of the writer and do not represent the opinion of the faculty and administration College advice, horoscopes, and Mr. Rudolph! of Chancellor High School. Controversial issues will be covered from both points of view. School news, as well as local, national and international events will also be covered. Letters to the editor are welcomed. Op-Ed...... 10-13 All letters must be signed and be between 200- 300 words long. They may be submitted to A113 or by e-mailing Senior farewells, movie reviews, apps! [email protected]. The Lightning Bolt retains the right to edit letters to comply with journalistic standards. Anonymous letters will not be published. This is your school, help improve it through your opinions, Sports...... 14-15 praises, and constructive criticisms. If voiced aloud and in large enough numbers, we can bring about change. Senior athlete profiles! Our ultimate goal is to print the truth and with your help we can reach this goal. 3 April/May 2018 news Students Work Locally To Help Those in puerto rico

Photo by: Elizabeth Owusu News Editor Tri-M and NAHS Raise money to support Puerto Rico FBLA Takes On The state leadership Conference

By: Taylor Sullivan Staff Reporter Tell me about FBLA? Future Business Leaders of America. We help out troops, we help kids with cancer, and we help the parents with cancer kids by giving them gas cards, or do- Photo courtesy of Mrs. Slater nations. FBLA Sponsor What did you do at the FBLA Marina Yeary and Jewelia Garrette meet? celebrate their win. There were workshops, we lis- tened to the campaigns of who Did you know were running for state office, we had a competition, we went to that FBLA was movies and downtown.

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April/May 2018 4 N ews The Prince is Giving a Ball All about By Kaitlyn Garvey and Faith Remick and Ella sang a duet on pos- the trick. Freelance Reporters sibilities. The fairy godmother Back at Madame’s house, Ga- “In the arms of my love I’m created everything needed for brielle faked being sick for the flying,” is a compelling line from deca Ella to go to the ball, including banquet so that she could be the song Ten Minutes Ago from the transformation of Ella’s own with Jean-Michel, and lent her By: Taylor Sullivan the musical Cinderella, words Staff Reporter dress. The audience loved it, and dress to Ella so that she could be that personify the overwhelm- Ella was finally on her way to with the prince. Unfortunately, What is DECA? ing feelings that Topher and the ball. Madame caught them and ru- DECA is an association for Ella have found for one another. At the ball, the prince and Ella ined the whole thing and ripped marketing students. The cast and crew of Chancel- meet once again, but this time the dress Ella was going to wear. What do you yourself do in lor’s Cinderella are flying with they both wore masks, and even Ella felt defeated but her chance DECA? emotion, and might never come without knowing each other’s wasn't over though. Her fairy I am a member of the advisory down from cloud nine. identities, as the story goes, they godmother appeared once again board. This magical show ran for two fell in love. Of course Ella had to transform one last dress for How many competitions have weekends, commencing on April to leave the ball at midnight, but Ella. She was on her way to the you gone to? 20 and running until April 28. before she left she shared the prince as he’d hoped. At the ban- I have competed in two com- The story started off with the problems of the country that quet they found each other once petitions, one of them was our charming Prince Christopher Sebastian had kept hidden from more, masks off, but even so, Ella district leadership conference “topher” James (played by Kim- the prince. Topher was troubled, had to leave at the stroke of mid- against roughly eight schools ball Roberts) slaying a dragon. but was in the perfect position night one more time. throughout the district that was As most of the scenes were, it In their last encounter before held at the mall. Then I quali- was hilarious, and the laughter “This stunning rendi- their wedding, Ella was dressed fied to go to our state competi- didn't stop after the first scene. as herself as was the prince. Ev- tion in Richmond and Virginia In the next scene, the prince tion of Cinderella had ery girl in the kingdom had tried Beach, and that was with about meets Ella (Alexa Rivas) for the people rolling on the on the glass slipper that Ella had 3,700 students around the state. first time. The encounter was left behind, but it was finally her I placed at the state competition. short, but it had a lasting im- floor laughing and turn. Everyone laughed in antic- What do the students in pression on both the Prince and hanging onto every ipation of her humiliation, but it DECA do? Ella. This scene also introduces never came. She was the one. He Our club is basically just about the prince’s right hand man, word.” didn't think twice when he saw marketing, and marketing pro- Sebastian (Ethan Pearson) and to do something about it. Soon her tattered attire. fessionalism. As far as commu- Ella’s family, including her two after she went home, Ella’s step “I love you so much, I don't nity service goes we volunteer at stepsisters, Gabrielle and Char- sister, Gabrielle, figured out that know what to do about it,” the children hospitals, and even dur- lotte (Emma Masaitis and Olivia she had been to the ball, but she prince thought out loud. ing Christmas we helped single Royster) and her step-mother, had a secret of her own. “Is marriage still on the table?” moms with getting kids gifts for Madame (Abigail Nichols). Ella “I won't tell if you don't,” Ga- Ella offered in reply. And as how Christmas. and Topher then sing a duet, brielle told Ella. It was quite a any good fairy tale would end, from separate sides of the King- shock for anyone in the audience they were married. dom. expecting the usual horrible The show must go on, is a Annual DECA Problems arise in the Kingdom step-sisters normally portrayed phrase most actors live by. While causing Sebastian to seek out a in the usual story. this stunning rendition of Cin- distraction. Then came the idea Madame may have wanted derella had people rolling on the Breakfast to hold the famous ball, refer- Gabrielle to marry the prince, floor laughing and hanging onto enced in all the Cinderella sto- but Gabrielle had other plans. every word, it didn’t go quite as ries, that helped the Prince find She loved Jean-Michel, (Tyler smoothly as it could have. But his bride. That is when the first Jacobs) who was actively pro- even with the minor challeng- transformation had the crowd testing all the kingdom’s woes. es, the cast and crew handled in awe. Ella was disappointed On the other side of the king- each malfunction (mic cutting because she was forbidden from dom, Topher searched aimlessly out, forgotten props) with dig- going to the ball by her step- for the girl for whom he danced nity and confidence, never once mother Madame. Crazy Marie Photo by Elizabeth Owusu and talked. He searched for the breaking character. News Editor (Megan Allison), a friend of rest of the night and for two Rogers and Hammerstein’s President Kiyah Scott and Vice Ella’s, did a few spins on center Presidet Jasmine Long show off days after for this mysterious Cinderella, directed by Matthew stage and Crazy Marie was no their DECA pride. woman. With no progress made, Armentrout and Connor Wash- more. She had transformed her he decided he would use another ington, along with Music Di- rags into a beautiful gown. Ma- method to find her. A banquet, rector Rhonda Miller was THE rie, now Ella’s fairy godmother, he thought, would definitely do show to see at Chancellor. 5 April/May 2018 News History teacher by day, Author by Night By: Elizabeth Owusu News Editor Students and Staff! Did you picked a title, he starts writing know we have an author among the chapters. “I don’t go to an- us? Charles H. Rudolph, a Chan- other chapter until I am satisfied cellor US History teacher is the with the particular chapter I am author of nine books. Three of working on. After that, I move them are about his pets and six forward.” of are a part of a fiction series Rudolph doesn’t necessarily based on events that happened go the organized route when it in his life. comes to taking notes. “It looks As a child, Rudolph was not like a bomb hit. I keep notes at a fan of English; it was one of school, in the car, and at home, his most dreaded subjects. “It but I know where everything is,” was ironic because my mom was he states. The last step he takes an advanced placement English before publishing his books is the teacher,” he states. However, rewrite. “I take some parts out, when his father passed away in and add more. 150 pages takes the early 1990s, he decided to six months of editing. write a tribute piece to him. “I Rudolph’s three new books was pleased with the response. Glory Days in Parkersburg, The The story was probably three Wild Geese, and Farewell to pages long.” Rudolph didn’t pro- Parkersburg will be released on ceed to write a novel until he April 1st, 2018. Rudolph is the was 45. most proud of his new books. “I Every writer has a process probably worked harder on those they complete in order to pro- books than any other book.” The Photo by: TLB Staff duce a final product. With stories in this series are very Charles H. Rudolph has written nine books. no exceptions, Rudolph goes personal to Rudolph. “They rep- through a process that is unique resent a special time in my life. to him. Before he begins putting I was fortunate to have a very words on the page, he starts to good childhood,” he states. formulate a story. “This can be On April 1st, readers can find a difficult process, for an 150 his books on Amazon by search- page book, it usually takes me ing books and Charles H. Ru- 2-3 months.” His next step is to dolph. Photo by: TLB Staff think of a title. After Rudolph New books by Charles H. Rudolph has formulated the story and to be released in April 2018! Key Club Heads To DCON By: Rebecca Alicandro Features Editor Members from the Executive Saturday March 3rd with advi- pected to attend workshops on room where they were dressed in Board of Chancellor’s Key Club sor Myckel Phillips, due to the leadership throughout the day formal attire, and just danced as went to Baltimore, Maryland They went straight on Saturday while dressed in much as they could. from March 2nd-4th to attend their business professional at- On Sunday, the goodbye cer- the Kiwanis District Conven- from dinner to the tire. They were able to mingle emony was held, and a new tion, also known as DCON. ballroom where they with other club members and Lieutenant Governor for the Seniors Arianna Parker (Presi- were dressed in formal officers from Virginia, Mary- district that of which Chancel- dent), Rebecca Alicandro (Vice land, D.C., and Delaware. Later lor’s Key Club is a part. All the President), Jessica Dixon ( Sec- attire, and just danced Saturday night, they all attend- officers who went received Dis- retary), Victoria Alicandro (Edi- as much as they could.. ed a dinner where there were tinguished Officers awards, and tor), Madison Barker (Board performances by people in the loved the experience that DCON Member), and Anastasia Chung cancellation of school on March talent competition that was held gave them. (Board Member) all travelled up 2nd. earlier in the day. They went to Baltimore’s inner harbor on The club members were ex- straight from dinner to the ball- April/May 2018 6 Features Horoscopes: ideal summer spots By Ava Purcell OP-Ed Editor Cancer (Jun.21 - Jul.22) - California Cancer, take a trip west this Aries (Mar.21 - Apr.19) summer. California has been - Australia known to heal a broken heart, Aries, your taste for adventure so leave your sorrows at the feeds your craving for travel. Taurus (Apr.20 - Ma 20) Gemini (May 21 - Jun.20) border! Southern California’s Your ideal summer vacation is a - Europe - The beach picturesque pacific coastline, trip to Australia! Your fearless- The history of Europe in- There is nothing better than world-renowned zoo, palm ness would lead you to swim trigues you, Taurus. Take a trip diving into the ocean after lay- trees, and beautiful weather are amongst the hammerheads in during break to sightsee - the ing out on the sand. Gemini, sure to line up with your laid- their beaches, brave the abun- Leaning Tower of Pisa, Eiffel venture to the beach this sum- back nature. The aesthetic of dance of alligators and snakes, Tower, and Cliffs of Moher are mer to soak up the sun and refill the state relates to your desire and take a trip into the infamous calling to you! This expedition your happiness reservoir. The to sightsee and to be in a warm Outback. These outlandish fea- is ideal for the sightseer in you, sand and salty water will do climate this summer. Go pursue tures do not phase you, and the and will open your eyes to a dif- wonders for healing a stressed your dream to visit the west and continent’s unique attributes are ferent way of life. From Italy to mind. Getting some sun will take the soonest flight out! a perfect fit for your adventur- France to Spain and more, there take the edge off this summer, ous streak. is never a shortage of culture so head for the closest beach and surrounding you. Europe has enjoy yourself! Scorpio (Oct.23-Nov.21) such a rich past to offer all - New York City Leo (Jul.23 - Aug.22) travelers. Make it a goal to visit The city draws you in, - Hawaii one day. Scorpio. New York City is a Hawaii calls, Leo! This Libra (Sep.23 - Oct.22) - Cross country road trip hotspot of creativity, artistry, summer, visit their live vol- Virgo (Aug.23 - Sep.22) and adventure. Spend some time canoes, island hop, and scout - Camping Libra, have you found yourself wondering what the rest visiting its famed museums and for the state’s fish - the There is something to be Time’s Square to embrace the humuhumunukunukuapua’a! said for rustic entertainment, of the country is like? There are hundreds of national parks city life. Use some free time this Your willingness to try new Virgo. Take a step back from summer to venture into the Big things will be an asset in the the technology that surrounds to discover all over the nation: round up some of your closest Apple, taking a million pictures land of surf and sunshine. society and go camping for a along the way. Your love in Kalua pork, lomi lomi salmon, few days. Removing phones friends this summer and take a trip! There are so many won- documenting life will come alive and other dishes will wow your and computers from your daily in the famed city! sense and introduce a fresh and routine could serve as a needed ders of America that are best easy-going culture. Leo, say cleanse this summer. Discover appreciated in person, such as goodbye to the cherry blossoms what nature has to offer in the the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, of Virginia and aloha to the company of loved ones. Living Niagara Falls, and more! There Pisces (Feb.19 - Mar.20) is no limit to the joy you will Hawaiian Hibiscus! so simply can open your eyes to - Mexico a minimalistic way of life. This glean from a trip like this: waste Ay caramba! Pisces, summer Sagittarius (Nov.22 - Dec.21) enlightenment will bring joy to no time, Libra! is a chaotic time for all, but - Cruise your life - book your camping Aquarius (Jan.20 - Feb.18) make room for a trip south of Sagittarius, you deserve a trip now! - DC Trip the border. Mexico is a hotspot break. Put a pause on reality Aquarius, if you’re looking for for culture, high temperatures, and treat yourself to a summer Capricorn (Dec.22 - Jan.19) a vacation this summer, look no and exotic beaches. The food is cruise! Life on a boat is ideal: - Skiing further than your own backyard. something to never be forgot- the rock of the waves can ease There is something to be said The District of Columbia has ten, and will excite your love for the past school year’s stresses. for a dose of cool weather dur- so much to offer its visitors, all things cuisine! Holidays such There are many forms of ing the summer, Capricorn. Go including many free activities. as Cinco De Mayo are unique entertainment on a cruise, such on a skiing trip to change up D.C. is very close and accessible; and can be experienced through as dance numbers, comedian the daily endurance of extreme one can visit the Smithson- a trip to Mexico this season! shows, and fancy dinners. The temperatures. Snow is unheard ian museums, the U.S. Capitol, exotic final stops are only part of during a Virginia summer, and botanical gardens for free! of the thrills one will experi- so lodge in the north to get a Learn more about the history ence on a cruise. In this case, taste of the unordinary. The of our country or just go down the journey is just as fun as the beauty of snowcaps in Maine is for a day trip to change it up destination! a sight for sore eyes: take a look this summer. yourself this summer! Pictures from astroclan.ru 7 April/May 2018 Features college do’s and Dont’s By Elizabeth Owusu years. Get involved and puses have gyms, so make in college. If you start off News Editor As senior year is coming participate in activities good use of them. with a high GPA, it will to a close, it is time for us outside of your dorm Don’t be that fresh- make it easier to continue seniors to start thinking room. If you stay inside all man who decides to throw to improve it. Remember, about the next chapter of day, you are most likely to dorm parties :The risks it is harder to start off our lives. For some of us, miss out and not make as of a dorm party outweigh weak, and try to build it up that next step will be col- many friends. the rewards. If caught in the end. lege. The idea of starting Don’t be that freshman drinking on campus, you Do be that freshman over in a new place can be who buys their textbook face the penalty of get- who goes after an intern- overwhelming to anyone. from a college bookstore: ting kicked out of student ship: To some, freshman There are so many new There are many websites housing. That said, don’t year seems a little early things that come with that sell college textbooks take the risk. Be careful! to be going after intern- learning a new environ- at cheaper prices than the Do’s ships. But, I say, if you can ment. That said, in the age bookstore. These websites Do be that freshman handle it, go for it. Getting of technology, there are tend to have textbooks who wants to get involved an internship early can many online resources that that can be purchased right away: In college open the door for future incoming college fresh- new or used. Textbooks there are so many different career opportunities. man can use for advice. can also be rented. Typi- organizations and clubs Do be that freshman who The Odysseyonline.com cally, used is the best way for which to be involved. isn’t afraid to ask for help: website has a list of 20 to go because it is likely Take advantage of those If you’re struggling in a Do’s and Don'ts for col- that past students wrote opportunities! Getting class, don’t hesitate to ask lege freshman. Here are a notes in them. Unless you involved will give you a for help. Make good use of sample. Enjoy! cannot find the textbook better chance of meeting study groups, peer tutor- Don’t’s anywhere else, try to avoid new people, and develop- ing, and your professors’ Don’t be that freshman buying from the college ing new connections. How- office hours. who doesn’t know how to bookstore. ever, make sure you find a Do be that freshman do laundry: Start learning Don’t be that freshman balance between getting who saves money: Try how to do it early. It will who allows the Freshman involved, and school work. your best to save a little pay off later. 15 to happen :Make it a Do be that freshman who bit of money every week. Don’t be that freshman priority to take care of gets a high GPA in their Whether you decide not to who never leaves their your body. Excess weight first semester: Just like in go out one night or miss dorm room: Typically, does not have to be part high school, freshman year out on a concert or two, college lasts 4- 6 years, so of your post-high school builds the foundation for every little bit of saving make the most of those career. Most college cam- the rest of your four years helps. dress up prom with victorian garb By Savannah Aversa of the late 1800s. Eye Makeup were extremely popular. To in- simple braided bun can be done Sports Editor was normally minimalistic with corporate this into your look, with your hair and the rest could Prom is right around the cor- gold and bronze colors worn find a dress with a lace up back, flow down your back. ner and the Juniors and seniors on the eyelid. Nude lipstick was or a dress with a large circle These are just some simple better get ready! very common as well with bright skirt. Men wore a tailored suit ways to incorporate the Victo- This year's theme is the Vic- reds. Eyebrows were simple and with a tail on the back of the rian theme into your prom look. torian era. The Victorian theme natural looking with minimal coat, a vest would be a nice way Have a fun, safe prom! can be incorporated many ways product in them. to incorporate the Victorian era into your look. The fashion of the late 1800s into your look. Women's hair Makeup is one way that Vic- consisted of large dresses, top was normally half-up-half-down torian influenced can shine hats, and corsets. For ladies, with looks of curls hanging through. Rosie reds and pink dresses with a tight corset top down in the back. One can put tones of blush can be seen all and a large hoop skirt bottom their hair up in many ways.A throughout the makeup looks April/May 2018 8 features Senior Farewells keep in touch with you guys and Drawing her future hear about how our lives have By Makayla Tardie growth I have experienced dur- changed. Farewell Chargers. Co-Editor-in-Chief ing my time being a part of this Thanks for the memories. Well, after four long years, small family. My friends and my time in high school is nearly Mrs. Gattie have made these four over. It’s kind of a bittersweet theatre at rowan years so special and memorable. By Tyler Jacobs tie so much for being one of feeling: I’m eager and excited for Editor-in-Chief I have never met another teacher the kindest and most support- my future, but I’m apprehensive Here we are at the end of the as kind, dedicated, and passion- ive people and teachers I have for my time in Fredericksburg line. As with many things, I ate as Mrs. Gattie, and I have so ever met. She’s always had a to come to an end. I originally write this stream of conscious. much love and respect for all she smile and kind words to light made the decision to enroll in It is bitter sweet writing this, I has taught me. up my day and motivate me de- journalism because my brother must admit. All year I haven’t To those joining journalism, or spite how awful of a student I always told me about how great put much thought into leaving the newspaper staff, I advise you can be on occasion. If it hadn’t of a class it was. Walking in the newspaper in other hands. to make the most of it. Enjoy it been for Mrs. Gattie, I wouldn’t with high hopes, I was not dis- I’ve been on this staff for three while it lasts. Even when it gets have taken journalism in the first appointed. Being a part of the years alongside my best friend, stressful, it’ll all be worth it in place. I’m so incredibly thankful school newspaper made me push Makayla Tardie. Some of the the end. to have been her student. I’m go- myself. The reward of seeing funniest moments in school hap- I’m excited to attend Savan- ing to miss newspaper. Nothing the final product has kept me pened in class with her, and I nah College of Art and Design beats the working lunches and motivated, even during those wouldn’t have missed them for (SCAD) this fall and be able to holding a finished, cleanly layed- times where I felt too stressed to the world. If it wasn’t for this spend my college years study- out issue in your hand. work anymore. The class made class, I don’t think I would share ing what I’m passionate about. Peace out Chancellor, keep read- me feel like I had an important the bond with her that I do now. I know I’ll have an amazing ing. place in something so grand and I also want to thank Mrs. Gat- time being surrounded by art special. Newspaper has had such and such creative, talented peo- a big impact on my work ethic soaring to Umw ple. So, with a heavy heart, but and helped me discover talents By Gynger Adams your teacher and there’s always with the utmost optimism, I say Staff Reporter I never thought I had. I am for- the chance your grade doesn’t goodbye. It has been a wonder- It’s kind of hard to believe that ever grateful for the amount of rise where you need it to. Lastly, ful time. my time a Chancellor is almost be respectful to your teachers or up. It seems like just yesterday at least be on good terms. Your From charger to hokie I was a nervous wreck having teacher is not going to help you By Becca Alicandro together articles that could ex- my mother drive me to school with work, projects, or your Features Editor press the lives and events of the in an effort to calm me down a grades if you’re always causing I have spent my last two years students at Chancellor. If any- bit. Now look at me. I’m a senior, problems for them. I know for of high school on The Light- body is thinking about taking about a month shy of being fin- this year’s freshman that was a ning Bolt staff, and I have never newspaper, I would definitely ished with high school and head- tough concept to grasp for some regretted it. As a senior, it has encourage you. Mrs.Gattie is an ing off to college. The whole reason. been hard to get in my head amazing teacher and has made thing just seems so surreal. To rising seniors: if you have that once I graduate, I will not my high school experience a Before I go though I want to any classes that you have to re- be coming back to Chancellor. I great one, plus the working offer a bit of advice to both in- peat do them the summer before have been surrounded by most lunches are pretty great. I would coming freshman and rising se- senior year. It keeps you from of the same people for half of like to thank everyone on our niors. To incoming freshman, do having a huge schedule your se- my life, and to think that I won't small little newspaper staff for most of your work. High school nior year and giving more stress be seeing them anymore is really making my last year a great one. isn’t like middle school. If you than you’ll already have. Anoth- weird. However, I am excited to I know that you will continue to don’t put in the work you’re go- er thing is pay ALL your debts start college in the fall, and meet make the paper as best as you can ing to be sitting in a freshman at the beginning of the year. It’ll new people that will become part next year- and I plan on visiting class your sophmore year! I’ve make your life so much easier. of my new everyday life. you guys, so make sure it is. seen this happen to some good Lastly please, please, please, do I will always remember the Thanks to all of my teachers, friends, and it’s kind of sad to not get “senioritis” before the memories and laughs that I had and my guidance counselor Ms. see them having to repeat a class fourth nine weeks. If you don’t, with friends, some that came Wolfrey, who have helped me that they were in the year before. you’re just setting yourself up to from the newspaper room itself. get prepared for what is to come Another thing do not under any fail and be a senior next year. It was always the one class that in college. Lastly, thanks to my circumstances wait until the last If you can any of that then I could not wait to get to. I en- friends who have stuck by my week of the nine weeks to try to hopefully you can be as success- joyed the discussions we had, side, and continue to make my get your grade up for a class. It ful as yours truly. and the process it took to form life interesting. I can't wait to creates more work for you and 9 April/May 2018 OP-ED Senior Farewells continued bound for Hokie country By Elizabeth Owusu ter than I expected. Everyone and conducting interviews. I am working lunches will make up News Editor was very welcoming, and as time going to miss everyone in this for them. Lastly, you will create Wow… I cannot believe I’m sit- went on, I started to feel more class who has contributed to this a bond with your teammates that ting here, writing my senior fare- and more a part of the team. awesome experience. Most im- will be like no other; it will be a well. Time has definitely flown My times spent in this class portantly, I will miss Mrs. Gattie, fun time. Overall, signing up for by. Last year, when I enrolled have been filled with many who is a wonderful, kind human Newspaper was the best decision in the Newspaper class, I didn’t fun moments. I learned a lot, I being who has a distinct passion I have ever made. know what to expect. Part of me laughed a lot, and sometimes, I for teaching. I have only encoun- After high school, I will be at- was extremely excited because I even cried a lot. Being under the tered a few teachers with a pas- tending Virginia Tech where I loved writing, so much so that I pressure of meeting deadlines sion like hers. will major in sociology. I also even finished my articles over the and completing tasks gave me To everyone who will be join- plan to continue writing, most summer. However, the other part a purpose. It contributed to my ing the staff next year, make the likely on their newspaper as well. of me was nervous because I did passion of writing even more. most of it. It will be an experi- Farewell TLB, it was a good ride, not know anyone in the class. It Saying goodbye to an experience filled with lots of lessons. filled with fun times. was super nerve-racking to walk ence that taught me so much, is In this class, you will learn how “How lucky I am to have some- into an environment where ev- so hard. It is definitely going to to conduct yourselves in profes- thing that makes saying goodbye eryone was already close. But, feel different not laying out the sional environments. Although so hard,” - the infamous Winnie on the first day of class, I walked news section, writing articles, there will be stressful times, the the Pooh. into the room, and it went bet- App Recommendations By Gynger Adams ing. I’ve been using the app since in the whole mystery surround- from Pop and Jazz to Dubstep Staff Reporter last summer and have found it’s ing Sara’s disappearance. and Rock. With thousands of apps avail- VERY effective especially if able on Google’s Play Store and your taking a foreign language Apple’s App Store, it’s really easy course. I did the French course to miss some great apps that are before actually starting French available. Why not try some of in school and as a result French the great apps I’ve come across class is VERY easy for me. that you really need to consider downloading! Photo from iTunes Apple Store

Game of Dice Photo from iTunes Apple Store Game of Dice is one of the only Cytus apps that is as equally frustrat- If you’re a fan of music and/ ing as it is addicting. Basically or rhythm games you’re going it’s a game akin to Monopoly. Photo from iTunes Apple Store to thoroughly enjoy Cytus. The Your character goes around a premise behind Cytus is that in board claiming and stealing

Photo from iTunes Apple Store Sara Is Missing the distant future mankind has other properties in an effort to If you’re fan of mysteries or ceased to exist and that the only bankrupt and defeat opponent(s). of detective shows than you’ll remnant of mankind are the ro- But there’s a twist. Unlike Mo- Duolingo definitely love the game Sara Is bots that were built. Unfortu- nopoly, in Game of Dice each Have you ever wanted to learn Missing (SIM). The premise of nately these robots have limited player is given three cards of a new language but felt a bit in- the game is that a girl named memory and emotions, and in their selection at the beginning timidated by the sheer amount Sara Young has for some myste- order to prevent these memories of the game and then periodical- of learning involved? If so, rious reason gone missing. Your and emotions from fading away ly as the game progresses. These than Duolingo is the app for job as the person who has found the robots have decided to con- cards pretty much do anything you. Duolingo is a free lan- her phone is to go through all vert them into song. Your job to help you win, from stealing guage learning app similar to her videos,pictures, and texts in as the player is to play through thousands of dollars from your Rosetta Stone which takes all order to try to figure out what each of the game’s 200 songs in opponent to teleporting them to the words,grammar, and what- exactly happened to Sara and de- order to access old memories and your most expensive property. ever else you have to learn and termine if there’s a way she can emotions. The best thing about This by far is the most enjoyable breaks them down into little be saved. The game is surpris- Cytus is the different genres of of the games featured on this list bite size pieces making it easier ingly fun and does do a great job music that are featured through- and is definitely made for people to learn and a lot less intimidat- at keeping the player interested out the game. It has everything have a competitive streak! April/May 2018 10 OP-ED Monthly Movie: Ready Player One By Gynger Adams in Halliday’s first quest, a race ish line . At the finish line Wade the real world. Art3mis, the Staff Reporter through New York City filled receives the first of the three film’s other protagonist, is just Imagine a time in the not so with almost endless obstacles keys and a clue which hints at a copy of a copy of any other distant future,where entire cities such as boulders, T-Rexes, and the location of the second quest. female protagonist in a dysto- have essentially become nothing King Kong. Despite no one ever With Wade being the first play- pian movie. She has a typical but gigantic slums filled with managing to win the race, Wade er ever to win a key, he quickly tragic backstory involving one broken down buildings, debtors and Aech believe that it’s only attracts the attention of No- of her parents dying, she has prisons and skyscrapers made a matter of time before one of lan Sorrento (portrayed by Ben joined a resistance movement up of trailers that have been the duo manages to win the race. Mendelsohn) , the CEO of Inno- whose aim is to bring down stacked on top one and another During one of these races vative Online Industries (IOI), a some organization, and she ini- in order to save even the tiniest Wade meets Art3mis (pro- video game conglomerate known tially denies the male protago- amount of space. Seems pretty nounced Artemis and portrayed for letting players borrow gear nist’s affection but ultimately bad right? Now imagine at the by Olivia Cooke), a somewhat fa- in order for them to access the caves and returns the affection. same time virtual reality (VR) mous player who Wade has been OASIS and eventually forcing Wade’s best friend Aech largely has gotten so advanced that a fan of for years. For most of them into a life as indentured acted like yet another typical people spend hours and even the race Wade watches Art3mis players. Nolan, like everyone witty sidekick that can easily be days within a virtual world in avoid and navigate through ev- else, wishes nothing more than found in many other movies and order to escape their depress- ery obstacle thrown at her be- to win to Halliday’s competition, books. For a movie with such ing realities. Essentially this fore he passes her. Close to the but unlike most players Nolan is a unique premise, it’s almost is the premise behind Steven finish line, Wade saves Art3mis willing to stoop down to murder sad to see the movie’s charac- Spielberg’s latest blockbuster from King Kong who was hid- in order to get what he wants. ters not be equally as unique. hit Ready Player One, a PG-13 ing underneath the track and Although the movie had some I also have a problem with the movie based off a book of the smashing anyone who remotely truly gorgeous animation and a romance that quickly develops same name by Ernest Cline. came close to the finish line. great story within the OASIS between Art3mis and Wade. The Five years prior to the begin- Frustrated with yet another the same can’t be said for the romance was largely unneeded ning of the story the late creator winnerless race Wade decides and unrealistic. It annoyed me of the OASIS, (a virtual reality to pay a visit to Halliday’s Jour- “The characters that Wade fell in love with Art- where most of Earth’s popula- nals, a library that appeared soon aren’t really anything 3mis within only a handful of tion spends their time) James after James Halliday announced times talking to her and without Halliday (portrayed by Mark the competition, which houses unique or special.” actually meeting her in real life. Rylance), created a competition all of his memories. Inside the And it annoyed me even further in order to decide to whom the library Wade watches a memory story in the real world. The real that Art3mis who initially re- ownership of the OASIS be- from the day that Halliday sadly world story of IOI trying to jected Wade’s affections accept- longs to upon his death. The had to accept the resignation of find and kill Wade almost fol- ed them only a few scenes later. player to find and complete each his best friend and business part- lows the same sort of storyline Despite this, Ready Player One of his competition’s three quests ner Ogden Morrow (portrayed as every other dystopian movie still has its charms. Besides the and collect each of the keys by Simon Pegg). It’s during this that’s come out in the last few absolutely wonderful animation gained from completing a quest, memory that Wade hears Hal- years, so much so that almost and the great storyline within gains control of a glowing liday muse, “Why can’t we go the entire real world’s story- the OASIS, each of the chal- golden egg known as the Eas- backwards for once? Backwards line could easily be predicted by lenges, especially the one inter Egg. With the Easter Egg really fast, as fast as we can – re- anyone who has seen movies volving the movie theater, were the player inherits Halliday’s ally put the pedal to the metal?” such as The Hunger Games, absolutely superb. Each song vast wealth along with complete At the next race Wade once Maze Runner, or Divergent. If from the 80’s perfectly fits the and utter control of the OASIS. again meets Art3mis who it wasn’t for the beautiful and scene it was featured in, and the Wade Watts (portrayed by quickly deduces that Wade has interesting things happening in movie also had an almost end- Tye Sheridan) like many oth- figured out something sur- the OASIS critics wouldn’t have less amount of easter eggs that ers in this dystopian future, rounding the race. Before she given this such raving reviews. span across all types of media, finds that his only escape from can question him about what Another problem with Ready which makes for all sorts of fun. the harsh realities of life is to he knows, the race begins and Player One is it’s characters. The Ready Player One earns 2.5 go into the OASIS where he she, not wanting to fall behind, characters aren’t really any- out of 5 stars for its beautiful plays as his white- haired, De- takes off on her motorcycle. thing unique or special . Wade, animation, unique premise, great Lorean racing avatar Parzival. Meanwhile, Wade decides to the movie’s lead protagonist, soundtrack, and the almost end- Wade, along with his best take a chance and throws his embodies the gamer stereotype. less easter eggs featured in the friend Aech, (portrayed by Lena car in reverse which ultimately He’s nerdy, wears glasses, spends film. Check out Ready Player One Waithe) have made it their mis- reveals a secret path which lets most of his free time gaming, for yourself in any one of movie sion to win Halliday’s compe- him avoid all the race’s obstacles has never been in a relationship, theaters around Fredericksburg. tition and constantly compete and helps him make it to the fin- and doesn’t have any friends in 11 April/May 2018 OP-ED Food Battlefields Chick-Fil-A Vs. Popeyes The Best Fried Chicken in the World Popeyes for the Win By Christopher Oster expect the same quality service. By Hannah Cloven in 1946. Even though Chick-Fil- Freelance Reporter Freelance Reporter Chicken! If reading that one Chicken! Chick-fil-a is known Fried chicken, a classic dish en- A may have been around longer word just now made you happy, for having pure white, real joyed by many across the globe. than Popeyes, it doesn’t mean this article is the one for you. chicken. From chicken biscuits With many fast food chains and that they are necessarily better. With one 123 locations in the in the morning, to chicken ten- many more coming into play, it There are some differences Commonwealth of Virginia, ders, nuggets, and sandwiches in can be tough to determine which when it comes to the two menus. there are plenty of Chick-fil-a’s the evening, you can get chick- one is the best. There is one res- Chick-Fil-A doesn’t have broad- where you can receive the best en cooked any way you please. er variety like Popeyes. The experience of your life. Chick- Chick-fil-a, or as I like to call it “All of Popeyes chicken at chick fil a is mainly fil-a is not just a certain type “CFA”, also serves many options signature sides, in the form of nuggets, ten- of food, it is an entire experi- for all people, from salads and ders, and patties on sandwiches, ence. From the moment that you soups, to gluten free options, to desserts, drinks, and whereas Popeyes has the ten- walk into the door, to the mo- chicken and french fries. But, do meals transport you ders and the sandwich patties ment you leave, you are treated not expect to find beef in this like chick fil a, but they have like someone of importance. restaurant. Chick-fil-a’s mascot into world of flavor chicken legs, breasts, and thighs. When you walk into one of is a cow that says, “Eat more and happiness.” The flavors are also very differ- their stores, you can expect the Chicken.” This is something ent as well. Popeyes has spicy same seating and service as any I find funny because the only taurant that definitely stands out and mild chicken or you could other restaurant that has a mas- of their stores. You can expect and it is widely known as Popeyes. “Popeyes sells to always hear, “Hi there! Wel- cot, is McDonald’s. You can also For 46 years and counting, come to Chick-Fil-a. How are find a variety of drinks within Popeyes has been serving that popcorn shrimp, one of their stores including: y’all doing today?” Hearing scrumptious fried chicken that butterfly shrimp, someone with a great tone of Coca-Cola products, the world’s makes your mouth water just voice actually sounding inter- greatest sweet tea, iced tea, and thinking about it. Sitting down cajun fish, and freshly squeezed lemonade. ested in how you are doing, just to a meal isn’t just a treat, it is shrimp sandwiches lifts your soul up, and makes Chick-Fil-A’s chicken and more like heaven on a plate. your day just that much better. sweet tea is often compared The smell of the freshly made along with their to that of Popeye’s. Although Chick-fil-a is closed on Sun- chicken is enough to fill you delicious chicken.” days. They are closed for a “day Popeye’s does have a greatly with joy. The biscuits are so of peace & rest.” This day of seasoned fried chicken, they are soft and fluffy and every bite is rest does not force anything on well behind in every other de- so utterly satisfying. The sides even get a mix of both. Chick- their employees. Sunday is their partment as compared to CFA. of creamy mashed potatoes Fil-A only sells spicy chicken on day, whether they choose to go to But, Chick-fil-a does have a spicy and macaroni and cheese are their spicy chicken sandwiches. church, on an adventure, or sleep chicken option that you can get something else. All of Popeyes Dessert is is also a different sto- all day. Chick-fil-a has the most that meets that of Popeye’s, signature sides, desserts, drinks, ry. Popeyes sells pecan pie, mardi eloquent employees in a res- and in my opinion, surpasses it. and meals transport you into gras cheesecake, cinnamon apple taurant with whom I have ever Chick-fil-a has the best chicken pie, and a new cookies and cream interacted. Their employees, within a fast food restaurant. If “Even though crunch pie made with Oreos. you have never eaten in one be- Chick-Fil-A’s dessert menu unlike other companies, actu- Chick-Fil-A may ally seem happy to be there, and fore, go now. But, as a disclaimer, is mainly consisting of milk- they get to know you. This com- one you eat it, you will be ad- have been around shakes and ice cream. Chick dicted. When you go, order a 12 Fil A really only sells chicken panies’ employees go through a longer than Popeyes, rigorous training process, learn- count nugget meal large with not a lot of other meats. Pop- ing every position for which a sweet tea, with light ice. This it doesn’t mean that eyes sells popcorn shrimp, includes fries and sauce, which butterfly shrimp, cajun fish, they are allowed. With this they are necessarily kind of training, they become I fully recommend getting the and shrimp sandwiches along a team player, and that is the ranch sauce cups. Chick-fil-a is better.” with their delicious chicken. best employee that you can have. truly the greatest fast food res- Popeyes is a restaurant you Chick-fil-a has molded their taurant and seller of chicken, world of flavor and happiness. shouldn’t miss out on. So go. employees and set high stan- and if you have not had it yet, Every restaurant has a rival and Go enjoy a buttery biscuit dards and policies, such that you you are missing out on a true one of Popeye’s rivals is Chick- and fried chicken or a deli- can walk into a store in New experience sent from above. Fil-A. Chick-Fil-A fast food res- cious signature side. Go, see, York, or a store in Texas, and taurant founded by Truett Cathy and enjoy for yourself a classic fried chicken restaurant. April/May 2018 12 OP-ED Food Battlefields WAWa Vs. Sheetz Papa Johns Vs. Dominos The Great Gas Station Who’s Topping the Pizza Game? By Jordan Staats website. The Wawa website is By Mel Mondillo and dominos falls hard in this Freelance Reporter simpler and easier to navigate. Freelance Reporter Wawa will put you in Lala Who’s leading the na- matchup. Although Dominos Someone who is unfamiliar of land! The mouth watering fla- tion in pizza sales? Here’s has more options for you they how to use the site will easily vors and exciting options will how Papa Johns managed lack an extremely important fac- find the Wawa menu, rewards, leave you beyond satisfied. to dominate the food game. tor for any food chain which is and other services. The Sheetz Wawa is a gas station that of- The main attraction is the clas- consistency. Too often Dominos website makes you click on mul- fers great food as well. Their sic cheese pizza from Papa John, has left me wanting more, feel- tiple tabs just to find the menu. menu has a wide variety such it’s lasted throughout the years ing cheated out of my money, When stopping by Wawa you as salads and wraps, soups, and has been a staple for papa and even with a raw pizza once. can also get a full tank of gas. hoagies and sandwiches and “The biggest adver- As far as commercials and breakfast foods. The taste of Wawa also sells novelty items pushing their product Papa their hoagies is comparable such as beach towels, coffee sary to this franchise Johns has the edge over dominos. mugs, hats, duffel bags and cool- to your first steps in heaven. is Dominos.” Papa Johns has had more celeb- Sheetz is the rival of Wawa. ers. They sell sweatshirts, T- rity involvement and representa- shirts, and baby bibs. You can gift Some would argue that Sheetz is johns. The reason is the sauce, tives. Papa Johns also has a face cards ranging from $5 to $100. better because they can deliver. it stands out every time and is to the franchise. They are better Wawa is the overall better Some customers aren’t aware fairly consistent. The crust isn’t for parties with deals for events. food establishment. The food that you can also deliver from dry and has a good texture that They pay attention to the small- is outstanding and the envi- Wawa powered through an app doesn’t leave you wanting to er details and is just reliable. ronment feels very home like. called Grubhub. On the other throw it to the side. Papa Johns In conclusion if you want bet- Their hoagies are a staple in hand, it’s a lot easier to order promotes fresh quality for their ter quality, service, and over- the business and many custom- online from Sheetz because for food and from the experiences all better experience i would ers and bought and enjoyed. Wawa you have to go to another i’ve had this claim is justified. recommend Papa Johns. It’s Convenience and Quality at Sheetz The biggest adversary to this slightly more expensive but By Mattie Croasdale is only available in the morning. franchise is Dominos. Admit- you get what you pay for with Freelance Reporter Sheetz is special in the way that Fast food has always been about tedly they have more variety in their products. If you’re look- it has enormous drink menu. convenience, but does that mean their menus inviting an equally ing for a classic pizza choose First off, they have all kinds of we have to give up quality for that? various customer base. The Papa Johns I made that transi- coffee, freshly brewed. There are Sheetz has the best cold and hot fight is quantity over quality tion and it honestly is worth it. up to seven brew set out at a time subs, with quality and conve- Dominos Pizza Who? nience. Their lettuce is crunchy and bound to appeal to a coffee By Faith Remick tive pizza store. While this pizza and fresh, the meat is mouth- lover’s taste. They also have Freelance Reporter store may have one or two more milkshakes, iced coffee, nutrition Papa Johns is obviously the watering and full of flavor and best pizza place in town. Right options their quality is terrible. designed to your likeness. You shakes, tea, energy infused drinks They don’t care about their cus- and even real fruit smoothies. when you take that first bite of can personalize what you want, hot pizza crust, topped with to- tomers and have the mindset that you get to choose what goes Their menu is also not limit- losing one won’t affect them at all. ed in the slightest to subs, they mato sauce, cheese, and peppero- on your sub and if you want ni, your taste buds will be stimu- Papa Johns has amazing cus- toasted buns, what cheese and have pizza, sliders, hot dogs, tomer service and has a welcom- brats, burgers, fries and slides lated and you will be hooked. meat goes on, your sauces and You’ll be walking out of the ing environment. Their deliv- sides if you wish to have them. and even more. All of them are ery people are nice and to the customized and ready in minutes restaurant with drool dripping The end result is your perfect out of your mouth from just the point. They have quality ingre- sub that is designed for you, to your taste. The locations are dients and treat every customer easy to find and are plentiful. lovely aroma coming from the crunchy and savory to the taste. box in your hands. The chicken like they are the best customer. A few bucks you won’t regret. Sheetz also likes to make their Papa Johns also has “Papas Re- customers feel comfortable with wings are deep fried then smoth- As Sheetz’s weak point, Wawa ered in the sauce of your choice. wards” and with these rewards has a bigger menu and choices for clean restrooms, friendly staff you can get many free things. and places to sit and eat outside. The wings are completely breakfast. That is the only thing covered with sauce (bbq, mild, You can also get a birthday piz- they have over Sheetz. Sheetz has So go and try the heaven za for your birthday. Papa Johns you’ve been missing out on. Try spicy, honey chipotle) which a huge lunch, dinner and snack really makes the taste of the gives back to their customers. foods menu. Available at all times a customized sub or sandwich Papa Johns has 4,700 stores with a side of fries at sheetz chicken. Their chicken poppers of the day with some break- that are the wonderful combina- around the world. Go to fast foods. Sheetz still places in and don’t forget the drink, you the one closest to you and won’t regret it. So now you tion of crunchy, juicy, and crispy. first. Wawa’s menu for the rest Dominos pizza is a competi- you’ll understand exact- of the day is limited, breakfast have to find the closest one. ly what i’m talking about. 13 April/May 2018 Sports Diaz determined to win Tori Talks tennis By Hannah Cloven on defense and I was like I can’t By Elizabeth Owusu named team captains. “It is a big Freelance Reporter do this,” stated Diaz. SInce then News Editor responsibility and honor,” states “I knew I wasn’t just playing Victoria Alicandro is a mem- she has become better and de- Alicandro. As team captain, for myself, but I was also play- ber of the varsity girls tennis fense is her favorite thing about Alicandro fills in if the coach is ing for her,” said Rebecca Diaz, team here at Chancellor High soccer. not able to make it. “Me along senior and soccer player #3 for School. She has been playing Diaz doesn’t normally get with Earnesty are in charge if Chancellor High School. tennis since her sophomore year. nervous before games, but when running warm ups, making sure Diaz has been playing soccer Alicandro got into playing the she does she has found a way everyone does the stuff they since she was in the third grade. sport by first starting out with to cope with the nerves. “I take need to do before she gets there, Her brother, Chris Diaz, had volleyball. “Me and a bunch of my time and listen to music,” and uplift the team if they’re been playing soccer and got her the girls on the volleyball team said Diaz, “If I’m trying to calm getting down. She calls us the into the the sport. He worked wanted to do something in myself, I listen to soft music. If optimists.” Alicandro states that with her on some of her skills. the offseason to stay in shape,” I’m trying to pump myself up, I the team is really close and they “He helped me practice,” said states Alicandro. “So we decided listen to pump music.” enjoy joking around. Diaz. to sign up for tennis since not a Diaz’s biggest supporter is her As a member of the girls Time has gone by since the not of lot of people tryout for mom, Amelia Diaz. Her mom varsity tennis team, Alicandro third grade and she is still play- it.” comes to as many games as she has learned a lot of valuable ing the sport she loves. She not What started out as just a way can. “When she was working, lessons, one of those being, the only plays for the school, but to stay in shape, formed into she would leave work early,” more you practice, the better she plays on a travel team as a true passion for Alicandro. said Diaz. off you’ll be. “Honestly, it’s so well. She practices every week- Her favorite part about tennis Diaz’s dad, Jorge Diaz, is easy to become rusty in tennis. day for her high school team, is that it is more of a personal- stationed in Marshall Islands, so If you have a stretch of time with additional practices for her ized sport. “It is really just you he doesn’t get to see a lot of her between practices, it is going to travel team on Mondays and and your opponent so it’s a lot games. “When my mom goes be hard to get back into it. The Wednesdays. “I practice 3-5:00 more responsibility because no to my games, she takes pictures more you practice, the easier it pm for school and 5-7:00 pm for one can make the call for you; and sends them to my Dad,” will be to pick up where you left travel,” said Diaz. it’s only you two.” Alicandro said Diaz. off,” she states. With practices after school, views tennis as a good move- When Diaz was playing on an After high school, Alicandro and on some days two practices, ment sport. “I feel really good old travel team, her team lost a wants to continue to play ten- it can be hard to keep up with afterwards. It doesn’t feel bad game. She got really down and nis at an intramural level. “I’ve school work, but Diaz makes enough to the point where it’s just wanted to sit in her room. learned to love it so much, and it work. “Whenever I have lots killing you, but it’s enough so Her mom wanted to cheer her I do want to continue it, just of homework, I set a time at you feel like you’re working.” up. “She took me to Walmart,” not at an intense level.” She also night to where I have to get it Alicandro’s senior season is said Diaz. “She helped me to plans on going to college, and done. When I don’t have both definitely a lot different than cheer up. I knew I wasn’t play- she is working on making her practices, I do it after practice,” her past ones. She did a lot of ing for myself, but I was also final decision. To sum up her said Diaz. “Morning Charge has preparation over winter break playing for her.” varsity tennis experience she helped a lot.” in order to make sure she was Now that Diaz is a senior, she says, “It was a fun, uplifting, and Diaz struggled with penalty ready for the season. This year, will be leaving high school soon. life changing experience.” kicks and defense, but over time Alicandro along with fellow She doesn’t think she will play she has worked on those skills senior Megan Earnesty were soccer in college, but she wants and has become better at them. to coach a travel team. “I’ll still “When I started, people put me play with my friends,” says Diaz. Ingram Talks Tennis By Rebecca Alicandro tively for two years, but I have of yourself,” continues Ingram. for the rest of your life.” Features Editor played since I was four years He states that the worst parts Interested in trying a new “I never realized how much old,” states Ingram. is how it can affect you. “You sport? Ingram encourages fun it was until I tried out”, Ingram is a member of Chan- can easily get aggravated. It is a anyone who may be hesitant to states senior Jason Ingram. cellor High School’s varsity mental and physical game.” try out! Originally it was a last min- tennis team. Their record so far Ingram explains how close ute decision for him to try out. is 1 and 3, but he believes that a player can become to his col- He had been thinking of joining the team will improve through- leagues when one is a part of a Track and Field but decided to out the season. He claims that team. There is a strong friend- try something new, and ended the best part of tennis is finding ship between him and his team- up really enjoying it. out his strengths. “Every time mates. “It is a lifelong sport,” “I have been playing competi- you play, you find better parts says Ingram. “You can play it April/May 2018 14 Sports Irby Looks For Goal Crafty with the ball By Taylor Sulllivan By Katie Stafford Staff Reporter Freelance Reporter What can you tell me about the soccer team? Derek Jeter, retired Yankee baseball legend once said, “There may It’s going good so far, we are undefeated 4-0. We are the only be people who have more talent than you, but there’s no excuse team undefeated in the district. I feel like we are doing great, and for anyone to work harder than you do - and I believe that.” These we have pretty solid players. words may have inspired one of Chancellor’s own baseball playing How far do you think your team will go this season? Charger. I think we are going to go all the way to the state championship “I’ve played since I was four, so fourteen years,” states Christo- this year. pher “CJ” Craft, senior varsity baseball player for Chancellor High What position do you play? School. I play left-mid; basically what a left-mid is in the middle of the Craft, a utility player, talked about the game on April 10 against field but out wide to the left side. The left side mid-fields job is to King George. The game was won when Craft came in to pitch. The protect the left side. final score was 7-3. What teams do you think may be tough this year? His jersey number is twelve, which has been his number since his Parkview was a tough team this year; it was only a 2-1 victory. sophomore year. Craft plans to go to Germanna then to a four-year E.C. Glass is going to be a tough one this year. I do not really think college. about it though, I just get on the bus and go where ever we go. Craft doesn’t plan to play baseball as a career. “No, it’s just for Are you excited that it’s your senior year? fun,” he said when asked if he would continue. He later stated he Yeah! It’s my last year of high school, but it’s my last year of might play club ball. soccer which is kind of a bummer, but I am going to make the most Craft’s favorite team is the Nationals. His favorite player is Trea of it. Turner, shortstop for the Nationals, because he’s fast and good with Do you think you will play soccer at the next level (college)? the glove. Turner is similar to Craft as he has also played second Yes I am already getting college looks, and offers. base and center field. What college do you think you will go to? Like Jeter, Craft wants to work hard throughout his career and be I’m not fully sure what college I want to go to, but I want to go to the best he can be. Farum, but if I don’t go there then I’m going to Germana. Coates Shoots For Stars Longman runs to future By Savannah Aversa By TLB Staff Sports Editor What position do you play? Olympic runner Steve Prefontaine once said, “To give anything I play Shortstop. less than your best is to sacrifice a gift.” Senior Chauncey Longman Are you exited for tour last year? echoes Prefontaine’s sentiment in how he looks at running. Yes but it is bitter sweet. “The track season this year is going well because everyone is im- What was your most memorable moment in softball? proving and working together,” states Longman. “And being on the When we beat Facear county my freshman year. track team improves time management.” How do you think the team will do this year? Longman has been on the run for Chancellor for four years. He I think we will do pretty well even though we had a rough start but comes from a long list of runners with his father and three older I think we’ll get there. brothers who run and who have given him inspiration to do the same. How is the new coach Jimmy Heinsle? Longman focuses on eating right and pushing himself to do his best Really good!It feels like he cares about this program more than each and every time he is out on the track. other coaches have. “I am going to Transylvania University for track and I will be run- What advice would you leave your teammates? ning long distance,” states Longman. “I will be on the cross country Cherish every moment you have on the field because it goes by fast. team.” Transylvania University is located in Lexington, Kentucky. What do you plan on doing after high school? He has a brother who lives in Kentucky, so he will have the benefit of I am going to go to germana for a year then transfer to Mary having family close by. Washington for nursing. Longman stands out with his long blonde curly locks and wiry stature. His smile beams as he looks forward to his future. “I feel like Mackenzie Coates is a four year varsity player, #7, and will not be I have been running forever,” he states. continuing softball in college. The running community is a tight one, and Longman encourages others to be part of this unique group of athletes. Longman is at- tached to the diverse talents in this group, from the throwers to the sprinters, and explains that it is this varied team that makes this a perfect set community for anyone to find their spot in it. Longman is impressed by the overwhelming kindness he has seen and experienced in the running community and suggests that anyone thinking of taking up running, or track events in general, should give it a try. 15 April/May 2018 8 THE L 01 IGH . 2 T .. N y IN a G

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