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OPINION: Bell’s absence is unprofessional


OPINION: Bell’s absence is unprofessional

By Derek Bex It’s impossible to look at NFL news and not see the name Le’Veon Bell. Bell, a 3-time Pro-Bowl running back, still hasn’t reported to the Pittsburgh Steelers and has missed the team’s first two games against the Browns and Chiefs. As of Sept. 18, he still hasn’t reported and second-stringer James Conner […]

Podcast: ‘ALL IN’ wrestling review


Podcast: ‘ALL IN’ wrestling review

By Kyron Hemminger https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B8YAZ9YYIbVXV1NTeDFWMEMwVWR6VGU3enk3QWF6TG9LWDM0&authuser=0

The financing behind Batavia High School sports programs


The financing behind Batavia High School sports programs

By Josh Bode and Andrew Nelson Batavia High School has seen its share of athletic success in recent years. The football program took home a 6A and 7A championship trophy both coming in the last 5 years, with the most recent coming last year with the 21-14 overtime victory over Lake Zurich. The boys cross […]

PREVIEW: Bulls rebuild looks to get closer to playoffs in 2018


PREVIEW: Bulls rebuild looks to get closer to playoffs in 2018

By Josh Bode After the first season of the Bulls rebuild, they look to take a step forward in the process of getting back to the playoffs. The Bulls began the rebuild the day of the 2017 NBA Draft, as they traded away All-Star Jimmy Butler to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Despite that, the Bulls roster […]

An Inside Look Into the Smaller Sports at Batavia High School


An Inside Look Into the Smaller Sports at Batavia High School

By Lucy Lisberg and Isabella Brooks When people think of high school sports, there are a lot of teams that most likely don’t come to mind. There is a wide variety of sports at BHS that, according to the players, deserve more attention. For example, there’s a swim team, golf team, and a gymnastics team, […]

Ten reasons to join cross country


Ten reasons to join cross country

By Nwe Win Have you ever been lost and confused on what sports you should join at school? Well, I’ve got the perfect spot for you. You should join the Cross Country team because there are so many benefits and fun you can have. I decided to do this sport as an incoming freshman and […]

Survey: Batavia students favor sports over school


Survey: Batavia students favor sports over school

By Morgan Haug Many teenagers at Batavia High School are very involved in athletics. Football has won two state championships in the last 5 years, girls’ cross country was able to place third in the state this year, girls track won their conference last season, and many more incredible accomplishments in athletics.  After asking a […]

Freshmen shine on varsity athletic teams


Freshmen shine on varsity athletic teams

By Macie Rummel and Grace Regnier Batavia High School has many sports with multiple levels for each sport. Making the highest level of each sport which is varsity, takes a large amount of talent, time, skill and determination. This week The Spectator took some time out of their days to talk to some of the […]

2018-2019 NHL season preview


2018-2019 NHL season preview

By Andrew Nelson “Is it October yet?” This is a question many hockey fans find themselves eagerly asking while they await the first puck drop of the 2018-2019 NHL season. But before next season is looked at, let’s remember the Washington Capitals’ magical run, breaking their championship drought by winning their first Stanley Cup ever […]

Top NFL rookies in 2018


Top NFL rookies in 2018

By Derek Bex The 2018 NFL Draft had a ton of talent compared to recent years. There were playmakers on both sides of the ball, and the first overall pick could have been a variety of players. At this point, the NFL preseason is halfway over and we have had a glimpse into these rookies’ […]