Patriot of the month: Jenna Elliott
Amanda Graziano, Reporter
April 27, 2011
Filed under Athlete Spotlight, Sports
In senior Jenna Elliott’s life, four is a popular number. She has been riding horses since age four, she has been on the JC equestrian team for four years, and she has been participating in equestrian since fourth grade. Elliott first started riding horses at age four because of her dad. “My dad... Read more »
Athlete Profile: Marcus James
Imani Love, Sports Editor
March 11, 2011
Filed under Athlete Spotlight, Sports
Each week, "The Patriot" picks an athlete who contributes to his or her sport. Junior Marcus James is a dedicated shooting guard of the men’s varsity ’A’ conference championship winning basketball team. Q: How old were you when you started playing basketball, and who was your inspiration? A:... Read more »
Miller brings home national title for first time in JC history
Stephanie Laird, Sports Editor
March 4, 2011
Filed under Athlete Spotlight, Sports, Sports News
Being JC’s first ever two-time state champion wasn’t enough for senior Mat Miller. He had his sights set on the national championship only a week after pinning his way through the states tournament. Miller, who competed in the 171 pound weight class, won the independent schools national title... Read more »
Athlete Profile: Gianna Langrehr
Stephanie Laird, Sports Editor
February 2, 2011
Filed under Athlete Spotlight, Sports
Gianna Langrehr is a member of the varsity cheerleading squad. She was brought up for the winter season and is one of two freshmen on the team. Q: When did you start cheerleading, and what inspired you? A: I started cheering when I was about seven or eight years old. My best friend was cheering,... Read more »
Thirteen students sign National Letters of Intent
Sarah Kearby, Layout Editor
December 13, 2010
Filed under Athlete Spotlight, Sports, Sports News
Three sports, 13 students, and two new records. Thirteen JC students signed National Letters of Intent. These letters allow them to play lacrosse, basketball and baseball in college next year. This is the highest number of JC athletes in history to sign with NCAA Division I programs in the early-signing... Read more »
Athletic Hall of Fame welcomes four new members
Cara Reilly, Copy Editor
December 2, 2010
Filed under Athlete Spotlight, Sports, Sports News
Thundering applause echoed throughout the gym as beloved teacher and Assistant Athletic Director Tim Perry rose to receive his award. On Nov. 16, Perry and his son, Nick Perry, class of '01 were inducted into the JC Athletic Hall of Fame. Tim accepted his son's award on his behalf. “When Mr.... Read more »