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Sophomore Lane Harrington gets her hand raised after winning a match at the girls wrestling meet on December 18. Harrington pinned her opponent, a girl from Lower Merion in around 30  seconds. “I’m really happy with how many girls showed out, not just from our team, but from the youth and middle school teams to come see and support. It means a lot,” Harrington said.

PHOTOS: Girls wrestling triumphs over Lower Merion, loses to Pottstown

The eight-girl team fought it out for a win and a loss at their first home meet as an official team.
Evie Fernandez ’27, Haven Happenings Editor
Dec 20, 2024
Willow Huellemeier shares a photo from a day spent skimboarding at the beach. Dewey Beach provided the perfect weather for riding the waves.

Skimboarding rides wave of rising popularity to Strath Haven

Rising popularity of the sport is credited to accessibility and approachability for anyone seeking ways to stay active.
Morgan Matthews '28, Reporter
Dec 17, 2024
Head boys varsity basketball coach Tim Livingstone chats with the team during a timeout at the game against Plumstead Christian on Thursday, December 12. The Strath Haven Panthers won against the PCS Panthers with a final score of 67-32.

Boys varsity basketball kicks off 2024 season after prep, coach changes

Motivation and energy are high after rigorous pre-season work.
Mia Fagone '26, Health & Sciences Editor
Dec 17, 2024
Sophomore goalie Laila Roe runs through the spirit line prior to the Panthers varsity field hockey home game against Upper Darby on October 15. The Panthers won againsts the Royals 4-0.

ATHLETE OF THE ISSUE: Sophomore Laila Roe brings defense, leadership to field

From soccer to field hockey, sophomore Laila Roe has built off of her past to bring her to her current success.
Lavanya Dixit '27, Sports Editor
Dec 17, 2024
The PennHaven girls ice hockey meets before a game in winter 2021. The team went on to win a league championship that year, but Haven students no longer compete in girls hockey as a  sponsored club sport.

Exploring the history of Haven teams

A quick review of the beginnings and ends of Haven’s sports teams.
Calpurnia Fries '27, Reporter
Dec 17, 2024
Haven's varsity game day cheerleading team complete a lift successfully, their performance closing off the morning of cheer performances by other high school teams in the area.

Cheerleading team fundraises, hosts Cheer Challenge

Over 20 cheerleading teams in the region gathered to connect and compete.
Evelynn Lin '25, Editor-in-Chief
Dec 17, 2024
The junior varsity girls and boys cross country teams take off from the starting line at the Delco Championships on September 28. This year, they receive new shirts and bottoms uniform.

2024 sports funding unveiled with new uniforms

Many factors go into funding Strath Haven’s many sports teams to ensure equal funding and representation.
Lavanya Dixit '27, Sports Editor
Dec 17, 2024
The boys varsity basketball team lines up for the national anthem in the Strath Haven High School gym on December 13.

PHOTOS: Varsity boys basketball falls short in close game against Springfield

Despite a strong effort, the Panthers were unable to convert key shots.
Unified Basketball members pose together for an end-of-season photo. Their only home game against Marple Newtown marked their last for this season.

Unified Basketball fosters inclusivity in faceoff against Marple Newtown

The only home game of the season served as Unified Basketball's senior night and ended in a tie.
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