With a team always needing leaders to step up, show leadership, and be resilient for the team. MHS football has embraced four new captains to lead the Pirates to success. The selection of becoming captain...
Junior Dajah Sheehy joined the girls golf team because her friend wanted them to. Sophomore Carliyah Griffin, who is the only returning member from last year, joined to have something to do after returning...
Growing up watching her two older brothers play baseball inspired her to get into the game of softball. 10 years later Freshman Rheana Early is starting on varsity as a freshman.
Playing softball for...
Two students have committed to colleges to further their athletic careers
Senior Robert Richardson is attending college to continue his baseball career
“I am going to Indiana Tech in Fort Wayne,”...
Senior Caden Haywood first got into pole vaulting when he was recommended by Mr. Josh Haynes, an assistant coach, during his freshman year. He started pole vaulting his Sophomore year.
Since then,...
As their high school careers come to a close, Seniors Sincere Peterson and Monica Valladares reminisced about what they love most about tennis.
“My favorite thing about this tennis team is probably...
Senior Paige Simpson enjoys the freedom that running gives her.
“Doing track . . . is actually a stress reliever,” she said. “When I come from school and other things outside of track, track is...
Coach Jose Carbajal stands outside the cage as he helps tweak mechanics on the players swing. He gives his feedback on how the hitters can improve their swing and stay engaged at the plate.
Carbajal,...
With the new addition of boy’s Volleyball to Merrillville High School, they look to make a splash early. With boys volleyball being one of two new sports at MHS, it instantly gained interest from many...
After graduating nine seniors last year, the baseball team is looking for newcomers to help power the team this season.
Only four players with varsity experience are returning this year.
Senior Colin...
During a typical week Senior Tyler Wheaton is constantly moving and focused on sports and keeping his grades up. He only has a few hours after work on Sunday to really have some free time to enjoy himself.
“When...
College visits are a big part of the decision process, you get to experience where you could be living the next four years. I’ve had my fair share of college visits with a couple visits being in Alabama...
