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The Blue & Gold

For swimmers, early February marks the last chance to qualify for the state competition. (Photo Credit: Contributed)

Diving Into the State Championship

By Clara Laskowski, Editor
Feb 19, 2025

The War Eagle swimmers and divers are closing out their regular season and heading to state from February 4-8, 2025, increasing the competition for surrounding schools. The divers will compete at Westminster...

Photo Credit: Jillian Bauersfeld

Defend the Title

By Finley Harris, Staff Writer
Feb 14, 2025

After an incredible 67-48 win over North Forsyth last March, the girls varsity basketball team is back in action this season, fueled by the energy of their second 6A State Championship in just three years. Now...

Joseph Bazan words towards a pin during one of his many matches throughout the season. (Photo Credit: Contributed)

A Look at the 2024-25 Wrestling Program

By John Elrod, Editor
Feb 12, 2025

The 2024-2025 wrestling season proved to be one of the most captivating yet. With less than a month left in the season, wrestlers and varsity Coach Chuck Deason looked back on season's events. The season...

Everyone could not be more happy for Mary Margaret Fligg as she confirmed her scholarship to Marquette with a signing ceremony.

Putting Pen to Paper

By Owen Ritger, Staff Writer
Feb 10, 2025

On the morning of November 13 before school, Crest Lobby was filled with excitement for signing day. Signing day is a day for athletes to be with their friends and family to celebrate the athlete's achievements...

In keeping with our school's tradition of offering plenty of extracurricular activities, the bass fishing team sets sail. (Photo Contributed)

Introducing the Bass Fishing Team

By Ian Westfall, Staff Writer
Feb 6, 2025

Marist has always been known for its wide variety of extracurricular activities and events, and this year, a new sport has taken the spotlight: The Marist bass fishing team. Founded by students Tanner...

The varsity mens basketball team gathers for a photo to mark the start of another competitive season.

Varsity Mens Basketball Drives to the Basket

By Owen Ritger, Staff Writer
Dec 20, 2024

Currently the mens varsity basketball record is sitting at 6-4 and fourth in the region. This squad is being led by head coach John Bauersfeld and assistant coaches Reilly Campbell, Dan Morrison, and Brian...

Students cheer on the War Eagles during one of the big matchups of the season.

From the Field to the Stands

By Finley Harris, Staff Writer
Dec 19, 2024

The GHSA football playoffs have brought plenty of excitement and energy to our campus these past few weeks, and team 112's impressive performance this season has strengthened our community. The student...

Like all of our school's athletic teams, the flag football team can look forward to 4A competition during their inaugural season.

Reclassification to Domination

By Rylie Albert, Staff Writer
Dec 9, 2024

Wondering why Marist athletic teams are facing new competition this year? Due to the decision made in November 2023, the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) decided to completely erase the 7A class. ...

The city of Paris served as a stunning backdrop to the 2024 Summer Olympic Games.

The Most Memorable Moments from the Paris 2024 Olympics

By Caroline McDonald, Staff Writer
Dec 9, 2024

Late July of this summer, the torch was lit and the fans were ecstatic as the 2024 Paris Olympics began. As students across campus were asked about the many accomplishments shown, the most common categories...

The girls cross country team gather to record their historic, state championship victory. (Contributed to The Blue & Gold)

Girls Cross Country Wins State 2024!

By Natalie Thill, Staff Writer
Dec 4, 2024

This season, the girls cross country team proved again that they are the best, taking home their 25th state title in 33 years. On November 8, 2024, in Carrollton, Georgia, the girls pushed through extremely...

Racket Sports brings the hottest trend in competition to physical education.

A New Elective on the Court

By John Elrod, Co-editor
Nov 6, 2024

During the first few weeks of this academic year, many students walking in the arcade may have noticed nets set up and students playing pickleball there throughout the day. That’s because this year,...

Lady War Eagles Take On Flag Football

Lady War Eagles Take On Flag Football

By Reese Sullivan, Staff Writer
Nov 2, 2024

Crossing into uncharted territory, an explosive group of female athletes is competing in our school's first ever season of flag football.  The Lady War Eagles will play teams from around Georgia and...

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