Avon Lake High School THE SPECTRUM Volume 92, Issue 3 “The Maroon and Gold in Black and White” November 17, 2017 Alumnus changes lives through life of service By Olivia Crimaldi the idea that one should give back from what they Fall Sports Review The Spectrum Feature Editor have gotten. Avon Lake High School was the founda- In the middle of southern Africa, bordered by tion of a life of service for Matt. page 13 Tanzania, Zambia, and Mozambique, lies the coun- “I loved being at Avon Lake High School because try of Malawi. Listed as the sixth poorest country I remember our class was very together,” he said in the world by Business Insider this year, Malawi explaining his high school experience. “There were is also the most impoverished country in the world a lot of students from different backgrounds, with Kneeling during the that is not currently at war. It is there where Avon different interests, but everybody seemed to look Lake High School out for each other. National Anthem alumni Matt It was a very good debated Maroon chose to dynamic that has on page 3 start his founda- stuck with me tion, Determined through college, to Develop. and through life as Matt gradu- well.” ALHS teachers take ated from Avon After high on the One Chip Lake High School school, Matt ob- Challenge in 2002 after tained his under- years of involve- graduate degree in ment in Student political science on Council and Key a pre law track at The Kaleidescope Club. Matt said the University of there was always Dayton. However, 2017 returns! See an undercurrent after graduating, page 7 for ALHS’s of service from he decided to take literary magazine teachers, faculty, a year off before en- and parents. All during the intensity of the supported of law school. Senior describes activities at the photo provided by Bruce Petro see Maroon school promoted Maroon, seen here, working with young Malawians. page 11 the highs and lows Nothing stopping freshmen from success of his last year

By Ava O’Malley swimming was no longer my The Spectrum Co-Editor-in-Chief dream sport,” Schasfoort Avon Lake High School has a myriad said. “Last year I decid- of outstanding students and alumni, no- ed to try track and I ended table for specific talents or accomplish- up being really good at it.” ments. One of these students is freshman Her decision to Nelya Schasfoort, a lifelong athlete, junior join track was quite random. paralympian, model, and world record She saw fliers at school ad- holder. It’s amazing for anyone to have vertising track tryouts and that laundry list of accomplishments, and decided to take her chanc- even more spectacular when you take into es with a new sport. Nelya consideration that Nelya is only 14 years jumped into track with little old. She also suffers from Arthrogryposis experience but quickly real- Multiplex Congenita, a congenital disabil- ized that it was the perfect ity which decreased the muscular function sport for her. However, the in both of her arms at a very young age. transition from swimming Nelya has been involved in athletics to running was challenging photo provided by Karen Stary since childhood. She entered into the many for Schasfoort . “I was so All cameras on Nelya after she broke the world record. national competitions primarily as a swim- used to all of the different Nelya’s talent for track is best dis- mer. Schasfoort participated in multiple techniques of swimming. When I went played in the 100 meter, 200 meter, 400 triathlons and championships around the into track, I had to get used to all of the meter, and the long jump. After running country. Despite her success as a swim- new techniques.” Schasfoort said. “I had on her school team, she went to a nation- mer, Nelya recently made the decision to adapt to using new muscles and meth- al paralympic track meet in California. to pursue track and field. “I realized that ods of running. It was definitely different.” see student page 6 Page 2 The Spectrum Editorial Page November 17, 2017 Meet the Eagle Scouts of Avon Lake “Things We Do in By Jack Gardner “I enjoyed scouts and all the great friends The Spectrum Staff Writer I made during the meetings and campouts, the Dark” What do Steven Spielberg and Neil Arm- Foley said. “It was a lot of fun learning all of In a Principal’s strong have in common? They are both Eagle the scout skills and earning all of my merit column in a school Scouts. Eagle Scout is the highest rank in Boy badges. Being an Eagle Scout means a lot to newspaper, this Scouts of America, an achievement consid- me because it runs though my family and the headline would prob- ered by many to be a great honor. whole journey was a ton of fun.” Of all the ably lead the reader Becoming an Eagle Scout takes great focus parts of his Eagle journey, Foley says his fa- to imagine an edi- torial about appro- and dedication, which is why so few people vorite part was his first year of summer camp priate and ethical become Eagle Scouts. Only four percent of when all of the older scouts were still active behavior. Correct! Boy Scouts ever reach the rank of Eagle. in the troop. But for the reasons However, Eagle Scouts are everywhere, even Senior Colin Wadsworth runs for the you might think. I in Avon Lake, Ohio, where amazing projects Avon Lake Cross Country team, but he is also am writing to share were completed so those scouts could reach an Eagle Scout. Wadsworth said he really an experience I recently had at the Shoregals the coveted rank. This is one’s story. enjoys technology which was his inspiration Sectional Volleyball game at Midview. Junior Nick Foley may seem just like your for his eagle project. His Eagle project was Just prior to the start of the match vs. Mag- nificat, the power went out. Both teams, as well average Avon Lake High School student, but getting two 3-d printers for the engineering as spectators and officials, were in the gym he is also an Eagle Scout. Nick Foley was part department of Avon Lake High School. when things went “dark.” Everyone, including of Boy Scout Troop 338 when he achieved the “My love of technology and dislike of GBED, groaned. Great! After a long day, this. rank of Eagle Scout. manual labor motivated me to find a tech Character is what you do when noone For his Eagle project Foley created raised project.” said Wadsworth. is watching. That evening, in the darkness garden beds for the Lucy Idol Center because Wadsworth has made a lot of great mem- of Midview High, our Shoregals, as well as of the owners enjoyment of nature and wild- ories as a Boy Scout and his commitment to the Magnificat, St. Joseph Academy and Ol- life. The purpose of this was to make it easier the scouting program will carry on what he msted Falls teams demonstrated the true meaning of character and sportsmanship. for the handicapped and people in wheel- has learned during his journey throughout While teams were bumping the ball in the chairs to see/plant in the garden. In addition the rest of his life and future career paths. dark, waiting to play, they started cheering. to the raised garden beds, he created bird “Being an Eagle Scout to me is, having the Each team began with their favorite school houses plus bird and squirrel feeders to be focus and strength to do any task no matter or team cheer, and a competition seemed to hung around the garden. what it is.” said Wadsworth. build. Then, someone brought a rechargeable Foley’s family is filled with Eagle Scouts, Chris Stepak, a senior at Avon Lake High karaoke machine with disco ball lights, into the including his brother, uncle and grandfather, School, is currently working towards gym. Music began to play, and, with lights swirl- which caused Nick Foley to be introduced to See scouts on page 11 ing around the gym, the Magnificat girls began line dancing (The Chicago Hustle, I believe). scouts early. Our Shoregals stopped, stared, and im- ALHS Teachers Try to Take the Heat mediately rushed toward the other team. By Mallory Smith and Margo Lence simple: last to drink his milk or eat his ice In an instant, it began, a full blown high school line dance, with all of the teams, The Spectrum Editors cream wins. and many spectators, moving to “left There are times throughout the year Not long after eating the chip, Dr. foot, two stomps.” The dancers laughed when the ALHS community gathers to wit- Williams boldly poured his milk into the and cheered, hugged and clapped, engag- ness something unforgettable. These times wastebin next to him. “I was trying to go for ing in spontaneous fun and friendship. might be football games, choir concerts, or an intimidation factor,” Williams recalls. “I When the tournament officials moved to- commencement ceremonies. Other times, thought I could convince the others to give ward the dancers, with their red flag sticks in however, the students and staff gather to in.” Those gathered marveled at the act of hand, it appeared the “party in the dark” would watch the consumption of a single tortilla confidence as Mr. Smylie called Williams out be ended by OHSAA rule. Instead, the white- clad judges jumped right in, “cha-cha-ing” in the chip. plainly. “Now that was cocky,” Smylie joked. darkness with a gym full of happy youngsters. On Thursday, November 2, seven Williams’ tactic proved semi bene- It was an incredible sight to see - and teachers decided to take on snack food brand ficial. Arra simply could not handle the heat, was “live” tweeted - even in the dark! Paqui’s One Chip Challenge. Mr. Arra, Mr. and his strategically placed and prepared Right then. Right there. Regardless of Smylie, Mr. Goodman, Dr. Williams, Mr. Pepto-Bismol bottle was opened within the what was to transpire, in the light, four state Burgess, Mr. Lestock and Mr. Skierski each first two minutes. As Arra was obviously champions could have been “crowned.” There ate one tortilla chip made with the Carolina feeling the burn, not much time passed until was a contagious sentiment that the tour- Reaper, the world’s hottest pepper, which Mr. Skierski and Mr. Burgess gave into their nament was not the most important thing. Avon Lake, Magnificat, SJA and Olmsted measures upwards of 1.5 million Scoville creamy havens of relief. Mr. Smylie soon Falls High Schools, their families and com- heat units. For comparison, a red chili pep- followed. munities, were all winners, friendly rivals per is a mere 750 units on the Scoville scale. Despite early failure, not everyone demonstrating joy and sportsmanship!It’s A cup of milk and a cup of ice cream was quick to give in to the Paqui pressure. what high school athletics is really all about. were placed in front of each teacher, along Mr. Goodman, Mr. Lestock, and Dr. Wil- Sadly the Shoregals didn’t win the game with a pair of gloves to ensure any dust from liams kept their cool and refrained from when the lights came back on, But, they won the chip didn’t make contact with skin or drinking milk throughout the challenge. a lot more, because what happened when eyes. That’s right, this stuff is dangerously Though very red in the face, or “sunburned” the lights went out made them champions in the eyes and hearts of everyone in the gym. hot. The One Chip Challenge, not intense as Williams claimed, Lestock and Goodman Thank you, Shoregals! enough by itself for the ALHS staff was made seemed unphased by the whole ordeal. Life is good. into a friendly competition. The rules were see hot page 12 GBED! Page 3 The Spectrum November 17, 2017 Kneel or No Kneel?

The football field has increasingly become a political scene recently as players choose to kneel during the national anthem, a gesture popularized by players such as former 49ers starter Colin Kaepernick as a form of protest against issues such as police brutality. Although this is not the first time athletes have communicated their political beliefs, the kneeling controversy has gained copious attention on a national scope, with everyone from sports fans to President Trump speaking their minds on the topic. What do the students of Avon Lake High School think? Is taking a knee a valid form of expression, or is it disrespectful? Senior Mary Ross and junior David Eisele share their opinions. - Margo Lence, Editorial Page Editor

Kneeling for the U.S. Anthem The playing of a national anthem has become a sight we regularly is an essential part of the opening of see at major sporting events, es- athletic events. Ever since I began at- pecially in the NFL. While many tending sporting events as a little girl, may disagree with this form of I remember standing next to my par- protesting, it is an essential part ents, who were always singing along to of our society. Not only is the the national anthem proudly and quite right to protest protected under loudly. I was taught that the national the First Amendment, but it is anthem is a song of pride and unity. Be- a right that thousands of men cause of this, I have always stood and and women have sacrificed their will always stand when the Star Span- lives to defend. gled Banner plays. David Eisele By utilizing their rights to Mary Ross With the introduction of kneeling protest, professional athletes are during the Star Spangled Banner, the ensuring that the sacrifices made to defend those same rights principle of pride and unity seems to be disappearing. Currently in the were not in vain. Many people consider this disrespectful, but United States, with all the moral dilemmas that are being heatedly de- these same people fail to realize that American veterans have bated, unity is a distant term. It seems that despite the fact that many also been observed kneeling during the playing of the anthem groups of people are trying to find a balance of life under which every- in the past. Additionally, several athletes have come out and an- one can live together, we are divided in many different ways: religion, nounced that kneeling has nothing to do with members of the race, belief systems, sexuality, financially, and the list goes on. military and that they have the utmost respect for anyone who Benjamin Franklin once created a cartoon that said “join, or die” has served or will serve. that displayed the colonies all separated into different pieces of a By using their enormous platform to make a statement, pro- snake. It was meant to show that if the colonies were not united, they fessional athletes have the potential to gather immense atten- would never be successful. I think this statement can be applied to all tion from news agencies and social media, which can help draw the different cohorts of people in the United States nowadays. We need national attention to injustices. In turn, this can often lead to something to all unite under. pressure being applied to officials who are responsible for poli- An easy way to unite is to stand for Star Spangled Banner. We are cy reform and create a positive change in the community. all Americans. We are all fighting our own battles. But one battle we Everything considered, professional athletes kneeling do not have to fight is one over respecting the flag and standing for the shouldn’t be viewed as poorly as they are because they’re utiliz- Star Spangled Banner. ing their rights and privileges given to them by those who sacri- It is easy to put aside our differences for two minutes and stand ficed their lives to afford them. together as Americans.

The Spectrum Staff Staff Writers Editors-in-chief Ava O’Malley & Mallory Smith Alex Petroff Jason Gregovitz Sports Editor Bridget Molnar David Eisele Claire Maurer Editorial Editor Margo Lence Mary Ross Ben Safos Feature Editor Olivia Crimaldi Jack Gardner Courtney Smith Entertainment Editor Kristen Gould Delaney Harrington Abigail Williams Design Editor Kara Fazone Claire Geary Page 4 The Spectrum November 17, 2017 Ask The Students!

“Mr. Shreffler- he has a Nerf “Mr. Fredrikson. I can relate to “Mr. Fredrikson. He might have a “Mr. Wolf. That man is a tank sword.”-Laura Bir him.” -Lauren Holley weird knife.” -Liam Mealy with brains.” -Leo Zigmond

“Mr. Schofield. He has a pickup “Mr. Smith. He’d cuss out “Mr. Dlugosz. He seems “Mr. Ruetter He would flick strong.” -Isaac Young them off.” -Katie Colagrosd truck.” -Evan Thomas the zombies and he’s a cool dude.”- Asher Crawford

“Mr. Stratton. I feel like he “Mrs. Bair. She’s a chemist and “Mr. Stratton. He’s a smart “Mr. Hodge. He’s a really cool knows a lot about zombies.” I bet she could cure them.” Quin fellow.” -Alex Lindemeier guy, but I could outrun him.” -Jade Josie Adams -Danny Lambert

“Mr. Stratton because he proba- “Anyone who’s slower than “Mr. Shreffler because he “Mr. Schofield, because he has bly secretly has a bunker.” I am.” has a Nerf sword.” -Devin a plethora of weapons.” -Jacob -Maddie Stiles & Sophie York Mr. Schofield Nasr Medved In the event of a zombie apocalypse, which teacher would you team up with? Page 5 The Spectrum November 17, 2017

“Mr. Gill, he’s basically MacGyver.” “Mr. Tomanek. He’s the youngest “Mr. Hodge beccause he owns “Mr. Gill because he’s good at bees.” -Anna Robinson -Isabelle Young teacher.” -Madison Flemming physics.” -Jack Lawniczak

“Mr. LeBlanc because his hawaiin “Mr. Smilie AND Mr. Shref- “Mr. Shreffler because he’s very “Mr. Lisi, so I could leave him shirts would distract them.” -Emily fler. Dream team.” -Sophie prepared and alert for every situa- behind.” -Scotty Ewell Schillinger McGiness tion.” -Claire Maurer

“Mrs. Frisch. If I’m gonna die, I’d “Mr. Gill because he’s super re- “Mr. Hodge is so chill, I’d die “Mr. Schofield. He wouldn’t be wanna die with someone fun.” sourceful.” -Chris Stepak with him.” -Ryan Keller any help but it would be fun.” -Brett Nikolette -Jose Hernandez

“Mr. Schofield. He’s got the “Mr. Stratton. It would be “Mr. Dlugosz because... he’s a “Mr. Ruetter.” -Liz Murdock strats.” -Dylan Howell fun. I feel like he’d scratch his nice man.” -Gabby Pietromica head a lot.” -Spencer Gray Page 6 The Spectrum November 17, 2017 Senior year conjures up stress and nostalgia Each year of high school ing moment is filled with when your tired eyes scan a laptop screen you experience something some task, but it’s the trying to unlock the secret to your success- new and grow a little. Fresh- good, manageable type of ful future and your alarm clock blazes 4:00 man year, you become ac- busy. Senior year, how- a.m. Senior year does not stop. It does not quainted with the high ever, is a different story. slow down. The deadlines this year, unlike school. You wander her halls, The experience cannot be past years, have real weight. They decide explore her clubs and com- summed up in one or two where you will be for the two, four or twenty munities, and stumble your sentences, but there are years, not just whether you have an A minus way through a dance or two. certainly two words that or B plus in English.Senior stress is indis- Sophomore year, you start will keep resurfacing: criminate. It doesn’t care who you are or to get acquainted with the Stress and Nostalgia. who you want to be, whether you are awake work. Suddenly, the loose Alex Petroff Prior to senior year, or asleep, whether you have things ”fig- enforcement of deadlines you may think that you ured out” or not. Even the friends of yours becomes far stricter and you might actu- know what stress means; you don’t. Senior who you are ten times more organized and ally have to “study” for a test from time to stress is a pervading feeling of dread as you prepared have faces creased with stress. time. You also find where you fit in and, to postulate where you could get in if you had More than this, however, you be- a small degree, what it means to be you. Ju- just scored a few points higher on the SAT, gin to reflect and meet nostalgia. You nior year, that’s when that work smacks you when what you should be doing is writ- catch a glance of an old project floppy, in the face and when you find out what the ing the multitude of college essays whose slightly wrinkled. and torn at the edges. word “busy” really means. Your every wak- deadlines are fast approaching. You meet it see Petroff page 12 Student balances practice and public appearances From O’Malley page 1 ya from Miami, After competing extremely well and impress- Florida. Tani or- ing the judges, Team USA recruited her. ganizes Nelya’s These accomplishments brought public and com- her to a junior World’s meet mercial affairs, this August in Nottwil, Switzerland, where like auditions for she competed for two weeks against ath- TV shows and letes aged 13 to 21 from all over the world. photo shoots. Nelya’s usual training regime is quite de The Nike-spon- manding. During track season, she sored athlete practices with the school team and also has been signed meets with multiple coaches a week after to a modeling school. On top of all of that, she practic- agency based in es on the weekends and in the morning. Columbus for To prepare for Switzerland, Schasfoort some time now photo provided by Karen Stary had to really devote herself to her train- and has been Nelya before race for Team USA in Toronto at Parapan AM 2015 ing. Schasfoort trained in Colorado for featured as an and never let anyone hold them back. one week in order to become accustomed extra in a handful of movies. She walked When asked about her athletics and me- to the high altitudes of Switzerland, and in a fashion show at LA Fashion Week dia careers, Nelya says that the athletic side in California for two additional weeks. last year and has also caught the atten- of things comes much more naturally to The intense training paid off. In Nott- tion of major TV producers in Hollywood. her. Being a dedicated athlete comes first wil this summer, Schasfoort broke one “Over the course of working with her, and foremost for Schasfoort, who is now world record and three American records. I’ve noticed how mature of a person she gearing up for more competitions in the fu- Nelya broke the world record for her 400 is.” Lopez says. “She holds herself so well ture. Schasfoort has her eye on the Para Pan meter sprint, beating her original time of in stressful or public situations. Not many AM’s, a national championship which will 1:12 and the world record of 1:11 with her girls her age would be able to take on all of be happening in Tokyo in 2018. If she ac- time of 1:10. She broke the three Amer- the opportunities that she’s been given.” complishes her goals there, she is on a path ican records in the long jump, 100 me- “It feels really nice to give back,” Lopez straight to the Tokyo paralympics in 2020. ter and 200 meter sprints. “Going into says, when asked about how she feels to Switzerland, I was pretty nervous. It was be working with a student from her Alma difficult running against all of these re- Mater. “It just feels really great to be work- ally fast people.” Schasfoort said. “But in ing with an Avon Lake student, especially the end, it was an amazing experience.” someone as mature and talented as Nelya.” Interested in writing for On top of all this athletic success, Ne- Lopez feels that Nelya has made a huge The Spectrum? lya also models and acts. Her talent agent, impact on the world through her suc- Tani Lopez, is coincidentally an Avon Lake cess as an athlete and public figure. Lo- Contact Mr. Arra! High School alum. Tani and Nelya started pez says that through her strength and working together a year ago. Tani, original- maturity, she is showing young girls ly based in New York, now manages Nel- everywhere to go after their dreams The Kaleidoscope ALhs’ literary magazine Page 8 The Kaleidoscope November 17, 2017 Co-Editor’s Letter

Welcome to the first edition of the Kaleidoscope for the 2017-2018 school year. Since this is the first edition with a theme I’d like to ex- plain a few things, and ask you a few questions as well.

After receiving a few complaints about not having a theme, we decided to give each issue a theme. My mission in restarting this magazine last year was to celebrate and promote our school’s writers, which I believe are a group of people that go vastly underappreciated. So, when this idea to possibly foster more participation arouse I naturally jumped at it, and gave this theme a nostalgia theme because something about fall seems to spark nostalgia, or at least it sparks mine.

However, it didn’t really work out. We actually received less submis- sions than last year. So, I need you to help us out. What could we, the staff of the kaleidoscope, do to get you to submit your work? What could we do to get you and your peers to read it? This is something I’m extremely passionate about, so I’d be willing to improve it in any way that I could.

So please, send in any help, advice, or possible submissions you have to offer to [email protected], or contact me personal- ly, it will be greatly appreaciated.

I hope you enjoy this quarter’s edition!

Sincerely,

Lauren Zeck Page 9 The Kaleidoscope November 17, 2017 Cardinal Directions Early Onset Nostalgia The quick and sudden chirps and hollering Oh how I wish, of nature, I could enjoy every ephemeral moment. always resound quite pleasantly in my Instead of trying to memorize, heart. Photograph, The rhythms and vibrations of that rosy, All of the minute aspects crimson bird that wears an ebony mask. These moments for day It’s chittering and chattering always brings When, I suspect a level stability. I will long for yesterday. It’s symbol, a heavenly angel, always brings me peace. Whether in rage or sorrow, the bird fixes my senses, to give me a true set of cardinal directions. Page 10 The Kaleidoscope November 17, 2017 Comparision The seemingly unsurmountable obstacle on our journey toward happiness. The thief that ransacks our psyche in the hopes of taking any feeling of satisfaction. In their wake, giving our unnecessary misery and seemingly inexplicable melancholy ample room to metastasize. Something we must finally recognize and actualize: Comparison.

We compare lives to others’- Our dismal, bleak existence To others allow us to glimpse, A pristine facade, Perhaps even a well constructed fraud.

However more baffling, more crippling, the comparison we make of yourself now and ourself then, which we seldom disavow.

We remember that our past self was more carefree, without all our current problems our life seemed lightweight, as if we were merely drifting through the dead sea. We remember how we floated, Yet we forget how the saltiness made our skin tender, Yes, they were more mellow but not as motivated. Yes, their life wasn’t hectic But they didn’t have the passions, the spark. Yes, they had more friends But how many of those were just surface connections?

This toxic comparison pervades our perception of our experiences, Nothing will ever be as good as it was Until we take our warped rose-colored glasses, our nostalgia, through which we look to the grass on the other side And begin to recall, relive what it was like for our past self walking through the supposed superior grass Remember the butterflies, But also the wasps, Tormenting you non-stop Remember the invigoration of the brisk wind And the blistering heat moments before, A refuge to which you thought you’d never find. Page 11 The Spectrum November 17, 2017 Maroon gives new oppurtunities to Malawians

from alumnus page 1 Malawi as well as providing for those who are HIV positive. They “I contacted the Marianists (the Roman Catholic brothers asso- also help provide nutritious meals essential for growth and devel- ciated with University of Dayton) and I asked them if I could do a opment in young children. year of service with them somewhere in the world,” Maroon said. Matt lives in Malawi full time, returning to America for a “I really wanted to go to Africa because there had always been month each year to visit family and promote the foundation and some kind of attraction that was really interesting about the place, sometimes bringing a student or two along. When I met with Matt so they agreed and I ended up on a plane to Malawi.” earlier this month he brought Landen, a 21 year old Malawian When one year of service turned into two, Matt knew his plans who had some time between graduating high school and starting of attending law university to visit the states. school had changed. “He’s a good man,” Landen expresses when asked how he He returned to the would describe Matt, a man he’s lived and worked with for seven U.S. and completed years. “He has helped a lot of people.” a Masters degree in Matt Maroon is someone who is very passionate about his work applied anthropology and his organization. Most of his life has been focused on service at the University of for those in need. Cincinnati. Matt then “For students who want to make traveled back to Mala- a difference in the world, the mostimportant thing to do in wi to start an organi- high school is to get out there and start to learn about the world,” zation that reached Matt suggests. “Put yourself into really uncomfortable situations, parts of the country because when you that were in the most are uncomfortable, need of aid. you grow. When Matt’s organi- you put down the zation Determined A Malawanian child cellphone and you to Develop (D2D), are next to a person started in 2009 as a small partnership between him and local that you are able (to Malawians, but has now grown to be a mid-size non-governmental assist), that is where organization (NGO). D2D has categorized their work into four things start to come main cornerstones that encompass the greatest concerns of local together and where Malawians, which include Education and Youth Support, Health you figure out who and Nutrition, Women’s Empowerment, and Environment. you are...it is a skill Matt believes improvement in education is a critical compo- that is more valuable nent in his work. Determined to Develop currently sponsors about than the books you 550 high school students, as well as some primary and nursery are reading. You schools. The team is also in the final stages building a new high have to make yourself uncomfortable, now.” school to accommodate the large number of students that come In the next few years, Determined to Develop will focus on from numerous primary schools. solidifying governance and sustaining new and ongoing projects. D2D has also teamed up with local women’s groups to help To read more about Matt and his organization, you can visit them build financial resilience and encourage women’s empower- https://determinedtodevelop.org/. ment. This includes helping to increase the literacy of women in Life-long memories made in Boy Scouts Scouts From page 2 everything, taking it upon myself to help it was fun. Best part is even after all is the rank of Eagle in Boy Scout Troop others whenever the chance presents itself. achieved, no one will know. I don’t want to 338. For his Eagle project, Stepak repaired It’s strange, like you understand what wear around a special badge that says “Ea- a trail behind Avon Lake High School in you’re supposed to do in life. But with the gle” everyday. I’m like a hero in disguise, Kopf reservation after many years of igno- knowledge I have gained, the “training”, I ready to help people when needed”. rance of it by the Avon Lake community. have received I feel as if no matter what I The rank of Eagle is important to “I got this idea after running on this decideto do with my life, I’m expected to people that have already reached it when trail for years and watching kids wipeout go above and beyond.” said Chris Stepak. they were younger or have never reached on a root or get cut off because the trail Chris Stepak’s favorite part of his eagle it at all. To scoutmasters, the people who runs slim, etc.” said Chris Stepak. “The journey was the experiences that he made help and want to see every single person in irritating little things made me think, ‘why while being a Boy Scout. After all of his the Troop reach that rank of Eagle, this is not just fix it?’” adventures, scouting was his base “to some equivalent to a part time job. His project hoped to benefit the greater pretty amazing ones”. Wherever Chris “Boy Scouts is raising the next Avon Lake community as a whole and the Stepak decides to go and whatever he generation of leaders,” said Steve Hor- Avon Lake Cross Country team for which decides to do after graduating from Avon ton, a Scoutmaster in Troop 338 who is Stepak is a varsity runner. Stepak has not Lake High School, his knowledge from Boy an Eagle Scout himself as well as his son reached the rank of Eagle Scout yet but he Scouts will follow him. Drew Horton. It brings a smile to his face “already feels it”. Chris Stepak said, “(Boy Scouts) built when scouts succeed and reach the rank of “It’s like a self promotion in life.” my confidence and my ability as a per- Eagle, for it is his duty to help his scouts Says Stepak, “I feel more responsible for son. It forged a better man out of me, and achieve. Page 12 The Spectrum November 17, 2017 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT SENIOR SPOTLIGHT CHARLIE DORSEY-WARD LAURA BIR What do you do for fun?: Tech Crew What do you do for fun?: Hang out Favorite Cafeteria Lunch: Chicken with friends when I can. bowl Favorite Cafeteria Lunch: Veggie Favorite Movie: Kingsman: The burger. Secret Service Favorite Movie: My recent favorite is If you could go back in time, when/ Lucy. where would you go?: To the Battle If you could go back in time, when/ of Yorktown where would you go?: There’s no favorite ALHS Teacher: Mr. Hodge time like the present. Least favorite food?: Any kind of Favorite ALHS Teacher: Mr. Hodge. seafood New music you’ve been listening New music you’ve been listening to: Mother Mother. to: Film music Article of clothing you can’t live without: Big, soft sweat- Article of clothing you can’t live without: A jacket ers. Movie that left an impression on you: Inception Movie that left an impression on you: Spirit, even though Longest book you’ve read: Shimoda Story there was very little dialogue. Favorite historical figure: Oda Nobunaga Longest book you’ve read: Eragon. I now use it for pressing Favorite ALHS memory: Closing the curtain at the last showing flowers. of Mary Poppins Favorite historical figure: Marion Wallace Dunlop Favorite ALHS memory: My first musical. Petroff reflects on last year at ALHS

from senior page 6 to end the relationship be- on your past performances Know a story the Spectrum should You are flooded with re- fore it slowly and painful- is that you’re so confident, cover? membrances of times past ly fades. Others deny the and rightly so, that you can and the walls become pro- truth that a long-distance and will do better. Senior Contact Mr. Arra or email jector screens playing your relationship won’t work year is stressful and sad, [email protected]! teenage tale in a warm se- well. They dig in deeper but it is also the time when pia, reminding you that it because accepting this ver- you get the greatest oppor- will be a long time before dict is too hard and sudden. tunity to form your future. you ever see these halls There are the teachers, You may part ways with and these people again. counselors, and coaches those dearest to you for a Hot Chip Packs a It becomes almost pain- who have become your ad- time, but absence makes ful to spend time with peo- visors, friends, and family: the heart grow fonder. The Punch ple because “the future” al- the people who watched nostalgia you experience from heat page 2 ways comes up and always and helped you grow and now will make you savor Even after more than seven reminds you that the people develop. They too will go. more what the bonds you minutes had passed since the chips had who have helped you when You may keep their genial will make and the experi- been eaten, Goodman upheld his ordinary you’ve stumbled and con- anecdotes and corny jokes, ences you will have. If you relaxed demeanor. “It’s kind of wearing gratulated you when you but they will no longer be are a senior, remember that off. I don’t think I’m going to drink [the succeeded, will no longer be there recounting them. all changes are bittersweet milk],” Goodman stated. close to you. You know that However, it is pertinent and that you can’t sculpt a At around ten minutes since they share these thoughts, to note that senior year is statue without first remov- consumption, a three way tie was ac- but knowing this brings not entirely a time of doom ing some precious marble. cepted as the final result of the One Chip little comfort. You all wish and gloom. It is also the If you are an underclass- Challenge. Lestock, Williams and Good- each other the best of luck, time when you are at your men, I hope you take from man survived the wrath of the Carolina but the bitter taste of losing boldest: the time when you this that you should revel Reaper, an overall anticlimactic result. your closest friends persists feel the most confident ex- in your high school while “I knew Goodman would be fine. We eat and cheapens this wish— pressing who you are to it lasts— carpe diem. We spicy food sometimes worse than this,” the more they succeed, it those around you. You must all will experience these Mr. Smylie said to one of the champions. follows, the further they remember that it is only sad feelings, however, we nev- Though no contestant threw up will stretch away from you. because you were so happy. er should look toward the or made a completely dramatic scene, all Of course, it just as pain- It is only stressful because future with anxiety. The attendees were without a doubt impressed ful, or sometimes more, to you have succeeded so unpredictable and spon- with the performances from Goodman, say goodbye to your signif- much in cultivating your taneous nature of life is Lestock and Williams, the entertainment icant other. Some come at potential and fear that you what makes it interesting. highlight of the event most definitely being it with great pragmatism will not maximally apply Mr. Arra’s facial expressions. “I’ll be sleep- and muster up the courage it. The reason you reflect ing on the couch tonight,” Mr. Arra claimed at the conclusion of the competition. Page 13 The Spectrum November 17, 2017 The Spectrum S ports The Shoremen basketball team is ready to sur- prise the SWC By: Delaney Harrington The Spectrum Sports Writer It’s October and that means that everyone’s favorite time has come, basketball season. The Shoremen basketball team is nearing tryouts for their 2017- 2018 season and with the strength An excited Shoreman team rushing out before a game. and talent that the team is com- -Photo courtsy of Shoreman and Shoregal Photos Facebook prised of, it is looking to be a significant season. There are 7 Avon Lake High says goodbye to another excite- senior captains and this means that there is going to be a lot of leader- ship and teamwork within the ment packed Shoremen football season program. The Shoremen are By: Claire Geary The crowd goes wild. The game is tied at 28 points looking to be a strong contender for The Spectrum SportsWiter a piece for the Shoremen against the Amherst Com- the SWC championship after their It’s a crisp Friday night at Memorial Stadium. ets. There are 48 seconds remaining in the game. heartbreaking loss to Avon last It’s Homecoming weekend, and the Shoremen During the kick off return, the ball is fum- season. are down by a touchdown at halftime. They need bled by Amherst and bounced down field to be For senior Jordan Ball, he has a two point conversion to tie and need another recovered by our special teams. They ran the some unfinished business to take touchdown to win the game. The student section is length of the turf, scoring the final touchdown care of in his final season. “Our goal buzzing and the crowd is hanging on to every play. with 0:00 on the clock, and securing the win. is to win SWCs. Avon As the clock winds down during the second half In the game against Berea-Midpark, the Shoremen beat us last year by one game to the offense pushes down field and makes it first were down by a field goal at the end of the third quarter. win the title, but we are going to take and goal, with the clock at the one minute mark. Near the end of the game, junior running back Konner it one game at a time and focus on Junior starting quarterback Jack Mikolich’s pass Riggs ran the ball for the game winning touchdown every opponent each falls incomplete, and tries again on the next down. with the extra point kicked by senior Noah Fowkes. Tuesday and Friday.” Coach Eric The pass is blocked, and finally on 3rd and Goal This past week, the Shoremen played Smith will lead the Shoremen in the pass is complete and they score the touchdown. against Olmsted Falls. The game was tied another season of success and will After the play, the boys line up for an at- at seven points a piece going into halftime. continue to build the team to its tempt at a two point conversion. Once the pass See Soccer on Page 15 maximum potential. The team is is thrown, the ball gets tipped into the air but is looking to be young, having only 7 caught shakily by junior receiver Cole Schraff. seniors and the rest underclassmen. This would mean that the Shoregals Soccer season ends after tough loss to Shoremen are one of the, if not the, youngest teams in the entire area powerhouse; seniors proud of effort conference. By: Jason Gregovitz important hard work and perseverance is within a Although they might be young, The Spectrum Sports writer team.” Jedlicka believes that the seniors “left several they have mass amounts of natural The Shoregals Soccer season came to examples on how to be an overall teammate,” how to abilities that will be hard to over- a close October 19 with a tough second-round “cheer each other on,” which “kept the team close.” power. Senior Andrew playoff loss to area powerhouse Magnificat 3-0. When talking about the senior class Coach Duvall be- Butrey, who missed all of last For nine of these girls, this was their final stop on the lieves they can look back on the program with “pride.” season due to injury, mentioned how long 4-year journey of high school soccer. Looking He went on to say the seniors “reached a number of there are a few underclassmen to back at her final game, senior captain Olivia Jedlic- milestones” while at Avon Lake. For some of the girls watch for throughout their time ka said it did not set in that it was over until Coach it includes a Southwestern Conference title in 2015. at Avon Lake High School. Duvall separated the seniors and congratulated This season proved to be a historical one as -- “Sophomores Tanner Russell, Nick them on their four years of support and dedication. Despite last week’s loss to Mags, the Shoregals recently Marsh, and Nate Sidloski all Reflecting on her soccer career at Avon won one of its biggest regular season games against the See Boys’ Basketball page 14 Lake, Jedlicka said she will always remember “how Blue Streaks 2-1 earlier in the season. It was the first time Page 14 The Spectrum November 17, 2017 Boys’ soccer su- ceeded in estab- lishing a legacy of domiance for future years. By: Ben Safos The Spectrum Sports Writer From before the season began, it was clear to see the Avon Lake High School boys soccer team was enter- Pictuired: The boys’ varsity golf team on the caboose before there season ing a new regime. With changes in began. if only they knew how far they’ve come. coaching staff, play-style and mental- ity, it was clear to see the team was An absolute thriller of a boys’ golf season desperate to prove itself a contender. By: Claire Maurer the team’s interesting quirks includes listening Based upon its 11-3-5 record on the The Spectrum SportsWiter to specific musicians and songs like Basshunt- year, with there last loss, my all ac- After finishing the season with an un- er’s “Russia Privjet” on the way to every match counts the season has been a success. defeated record in the Southwestern Conference, to prepare them for the grueling course ahead. All season long, the boys soccer team the 2017-18 boys varsity golf team is one for the Most of the players have their own rituals be- has been ruthless on the scoring front. history books. Under the advisement of Coach fore matches also as Petrus recalls, “before match- Amassing 53 goals on the year, this unit Dan Wilson, the five varsity starters were able to es and especially on bus rides, after the team has has been nothing short of destructive. power their way through many important events. listened to Basshunter’s musical genius, I men- This year, Coach Pete Klepek and To finish off their spectacular regular sea- tally prepare by listening to Michael Jackson’s his staff put a heavy emphasis on ag- son, the team placed third in the Sectional Tour- catchy tunes and focusing on his lyrical poetry in gressiveness, and it has been shown nament on their home course at Legacy Golf every song.” Other than being plagued by Petrus’ as strongly as black ink on white pa- Club, advancing them to the District Tourna- ganglion cyst and Schrift’s back injuries, the un- per in game situations. “We’re playing ment at Pine Hills Golf Club in Hinckley, OH. orthodox methods of motivation and supersti- hard and fast this year, and fighting Although they came up short at the end of the tion seemed to have worked well for the team. for the ball.” Klepek said in a midsea- day, the boys are nonetheless pleased with all Although this was the final high school golf sea- son interview. Not only were the boys of their accomplishments during the season. son for four out of five of the boys, Bodis and Petrus playing hard, they were playing as one. The good times the team had on bus rides, are looking to continue their outstanding golf ca- Coaches and players alike have through rain delays, and on the greens not only reers in college. While they have not committed both admitted that the chemistry strengthened the bonds they have with one an- to specific universities yet, it will be an exciting between the players is stronger and other, but created the chemistry that we’ve seen decision for them and for Avon Lake Athletics. closer than it has been in awhile. This all season. In the SWC tournament, Avon Lake’s With only one player set to return next year, has lead to exciting offensive dis- top golfers, seniors Brandon Bodis, Michael some might wonder what to expect from Mad- plays, chock full of passes and assists. Petrus, Jake Schrift and sophomore Tyler Madden, den and the prospective varsity athletes. Based Not only has the offense put stroked their way to first, second, third, and fourth on Madden’s impeccable freshman and sopho- on a show, but the defense has main- place finishes respectively. The team participates more seasons, it is safe to say that he will contin- tained the same tight-knit, hard-headed in an intrasquad tournament to commemorate ue to be a dynamic player and leader next year. mentality throughout the year. The de- each season and Bodis expressed his gratitude for With that being said, the senior golfers would all fense allowed 27 goals this year, almost the opportunity for “our team to bond and enjoy like to wish their friend and teammate good luck half as many as the team has scored. the Ryder Cup event at the end of the season.” with the remainder of his high school golf career. I If that statistic alone doesn’t Due to the close friendships within the group, would also like to wish the graduating golfers good scream improvement, what does? senior Casey Allemeier has labeled his team as luck with their future endeavors and congratu- The defense has been playing hard “the weirdest team to ever go through Avon Lake,” late them on a memorable season. Go Shoremen! and fast, turning the ball over... when asked about this past golf season. One of and over, and over, and over. The Shoremen boys soccer Boys’ Basketball season preview continued team has proven a unit to be feared From Boys’ Basketball page 13 December 8, 2017 and it is safe to say that it will not in the coming years. It should be hard saw varsity time last year and should be be a let down. The Shoremen for any opponent not to quiver while pretty important for us this year. Also, Sophomore (and Shoregals) basketball teams appear to be watching this year’s film, as triumphs Creed Bolognia had a good summer with us and working hard to improve themselves and their skills such as the 11-0 massacre in the sec- should have a progressiveseason. in order to perform to their best tional semifinals vs. Lorain riddle the Preseason for the Shoremen is looking positive this season. The basketball teams G et B etter E tapes. With many young studs return- and they should be an exciting team to watch this very D ay and want all the support they can get in this ing next year for a second helping, year. Their first dominant 2017-2018 season. one can only imagine the beatdowns conference game is against North Olmsted on the team has in store for the SWC. Page 15 The Spectrum November 17,2017 Shormen Cross Country team takes SWC title By: Courtney Smith The Spectrum Sports writer This year’s cross country team is closing the season exceptionally well. The boys team in particular finished the regular season on a high note with their astounding SWC Championship win. They have been doing great all year and are very deserving of the conference title. Regarding the win, senior and captain, Chris Stepak expressed that as it was a goal of theirs to win, “It felt amazing and to win by a large margin felt pretty great.” When asked about what made it Pictured: The Shoregals Cross Country Seniors including(from left to right): Faith Lengen, Clare Heintel, Kate Balthaser, possible for their team to get to where and Emma Murdock they did he responded, “It was possible as a team. There was no other way.” He Shorgal Soccer comes to a dissapointing close noted that as a team of good runners that train and have fun together, they after a memorable season were much better off than other teams with only one or so good runners. As From Soccer on page 13 Looking back at the season Coach looking team come next fall where captain, Stepak expressed how happy Duvall said it was an enjoyable sea- the Shoregals hope to bounce back he was to see the team come together. they have beaten Mags since 2010. son but believes the team under- from their 10-8 finish and contend Freshmen and seniors alike could hang The Shoregals opened their post- performed at times and missed out for another Southwestern title. out and have a good time. season run with an eruption of six on achieving our season goals with The team agrees that running can be goals as they shutout the Lorain the exception of a winning season. tough, but running together is, “nothing Titans in the first round at home. The Shoregals will have a whole new shy of hilarious,” offered Stepak. One runner who will definitely be missed is captain, Kate Balthaser who Bridget’s Blurb: Cleveland basketball might not went a 20:07 at the Gilmour Invita- tional and has led her team to qualify be doomed, rather, in a period of self discovery for Regionals. It was cross country she said, that she learned “to be a support- Finally. The best season has fallen upon lish my point of view as we dive into the details of my ive teammate no matter how the race us. No, I’m not talking about favorite basketball team, The Cleveland Cavaliers. results turn out.” Autumn(although it is the best So as we know LeBron is the king and sole leader The runner voiced that she will of the seasons), I’m talking of our Cavs but I am excited with our new additions. “miss all of [her] running buddies and about basketball season. First, Isaiah Thomas, our injured knight in shin- their shenanigans because they are With basketball comes ing armor. Many question the promise in this young practically family.” the age of comfort food, leg- man but I personally believe he has a heart that Her best memory of cross country gings, oversized sweatshirts, Cleveland has needed for sometime. Thomas can was winning the Gilmour Academy Paul and, Clevelanders getting to only be described as a work horse, and one to the Primeau Invitational this year along watch a team that doesn’t highest of degrees. Isaiah has a strong passion and with the high altitude training camp in bring shame to our faces. We talent for the game, and although he won’t be join- Colorado the team took when she was are gifted with the sight of Pictured: me, Bridget ing the wine and gold on the court until late in the Molnar, balling out. a sophomore. Kate has enjoyed her our King, absolutely dominat- season, he will make a tremendous contribution. years on the team and she hopes that ing the court, whether we win or not. We get to be Second, we have Jae Crowder. I must admit I knew underclassmen will keep working as a proud of our prodigal son, and the success he brings. little of Crowder before he came to Cleveland, but I’m team and staying positive. I understand that others may not share my in- extremely impressed by his performance on the court. It’s clear that Kate is an extremely fatuation with the sport but due to my history with Crowder has been finishing his shots, inside and out, for hard worker and a great leader by the the sport, it would be illogical for me not to have the last couple games, despite the changes in the start- accomplishments of this year’s team. an attachment. I grew up watching my cousin, and ing lineup due to injuries. He has been showing con- Coach Schofield says that Kate, is “one her sister after her, dominate girls high school for 8 sistency and effort, two things the Cavs need more of. of the most driven and motivated stu- years. And I myself have played for 8 years, and on Third, the infamously always hurt, Derrick Rose, dent athletes I have ever worked with track for 4 more. This quick summary of my life was is injured once again. I do believe that he was a smart and the leadership she provides not for your simple enjoyment but rather to estab- See Blurb page 16 Page 16 The Spectrum November 17, 2017 The Fall football season finale continued Girls’ basketball By the end of the second half, the game went into “It seems like our kids hit a different gear overtime and the team let the win slip out of their during the second half,” Kostelnick says, “that sets their sights fingers against the Bulldogs. A nail biter of a game \ I wish they would hit at the start of the game.” From Fall Football finale page 13 Another big factor for the major comebacks is on the SWC title with important penalties, blocked field goals, and the student section and the turnout of the crowd. By: Abigail Williams two impressive interceptions by senior Mike Sacco “I’ve been really happy with the stu- The Spectrum Sports Writer all added to the effect of the last half of the game. dent section and the team especially appre- As winter draws closer so In these moments, why do the Shoremen seem ciates their support every week” said Coach. does everyone’s favorite time of year- to pull themselves together in the final minutes of “When you get that big roar of the crowd at the Avon Lake girls basketball season. the game and keep fans on the edge of their seats? home, it is nice to get that extra support.” With games approaching shortly after There is no right or wrong answer as Sacco agrees with coach’s comments. “When Thanksgiving the team is hyped and to why this happens, but head coach Mr. things turn around, the sideline really gets into ready to go. Kostelnick thinks that it may be sheer luck. it. There’s no better feeling than hearing the With last year’s record of “I think that’s just how it’s worked out,” he crowd and the student section behind you.” 13-11, seniors Bridget Molnar, and said. “With our offense, we can do that. We For the last game in the regular season, the Delaney Harrington are excited for the have the ability to roll down the field that way, Shoremen had a major battle against the Mid- big opportunities for improvement this and for whatever reason we can’t do that with view Middies. The game went into overtime, and year’s season will bring. easy wins until we’re in a pressure situation.” the team was in the homestretch to win the game. “We lost 4 starters last year, Senior Jamie Santiago agrees with coach- But due to the weather, and a tough de- so one of our biggest focuses is to figure es statements. “We’re a second half team. fense from Midview- the final score was 21-20, out our new starting lineup,” Molnar ex- We just go through the motions in the the Middies won the final game of the season. plains, “We have lots of talent, it simply first half for some odd reason,” he said. It was a bittersweet night, for the seniors comes to figuring how to best utilize it.” With the goal of making playoffs, it was the end of a good run. Winning sea- Returning sophomores Grace Dean and there is a level of urgency walking into sons last year and this year, and tremendous Ariana Negron as well as junior Amber the third quarter from the locker room. growth made by both the team and the students. Achladis have done well in past seasons, “Well it takes the seniors along with Coach K to For the underclassmen, the future is bright and bound to be pivotal in this season’s get everyone fired up,” stated senior defensive line- for the program and the Friday night lights. upcoming games. man Cutter Briggs. “Once we come out of the lock- Win or lose, the season is “They have a very fast paced er room, we’re a different team,” added Santiago. still successful in Sacco’s eyes. and aggressive game, and I think From a player’s point of view, you have to be- “Yes, I’ve been very happy with this season. they’re going to continue to impress.” lieve in yourself and more importantly the team People say that football is just a game, but to me, Harrington describes of the returning when it comes to these recurring situations. it’s so much more than that” he said. “My last sea- sophmores. “Well in pressure situations you can’t over son was definitely one for the memory books and There is only one returning think things. If you over think, it’ll cause you to I wish coach Kostelnick along with the upcom- this starter this season leaving an open- panic,” stated Sacco. “You have to stay calm and ing teams throughout the years the best of luck. ing for underclassmen to fill the shoes stay disciplined and everything will fall into place.” Now the field sits dark at the end of each week, of last year’s seniors. Which is what happens on most oc- and the cold wind shakes the bleachers as win- “We lost 4 starters last year, casions for this season’s team. ter starts to creep in. Behind, the weight room so one of our biggest focuses is to figure out our new starting lineup,” Molnar ex- Bridget’s Blurb on Cleveland Cavs basketball plains, “We have lots of talent, it simply comes to figuring how to best utilize it.” From Bridget’s Blurb page 15 And, finally, Dwyane Wade, Cleveland’s only hope “We know that whoever is put pick up due to his raw talent, but I can’t say I didn’t of keeping LeBron here after his season. And granted, on the court will get the job done well,” see this injury coming. Although it’s rather minor, it Wade is a talented player but in my opinion he is here harrington adds. is certainly enough to effect the team in a negative for one reason: To keep our King from leaving The Land. The girls are looking to win the SWC manner, especially when you see that we just lost to Basketball season is here, and with our new and district tournament this year, with one of the less talented teams in the league, the Nets. additions, I believe this will be one for the books. their overall talent, young and old. Cross Country’s many successes cont. Other goals include to improve their chemistry as a team, and as well as work From Cross Country page 15 The cross country season has been great, but this on their shot percentage. for the cross country team is some of the best in success also continued into their Regionals on Satur- “We run great plays and have my 6 seasons as a coach.” The team’s performance day 10/28. Great job Shoremen and Shoregals! great talent, but we need to make sure was only improved by Kate’s positivity. we finish our shots,” Molnar explained. Between the hard work they’ve been putting in, and training they do togeth- Thank you so much for supporting your er, the team is bound to achieve the Avon Lake High School Shoremen and Shoregal sports teams! improved communication the team is plz. striving for. All this work is sure to have If you are interested in writing for Spectrum Sports contact a tremendous payoff, and we wish the Bridget Molnar or Mr. Arra at [email protected]. girls basketball team the best in their upcoming winter season.