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Senior cornerback Jonathan Higle prepares for an upcoming snap during their home game against the Mt. Zion Bulldogs last Friday. The Panthers steamrolled Mt. Zion 35-0 their first victory of the season. In this game, a new name rose to prominence in style, and the defense stayed strong against a crafty scrambler. Unlike most Starr’s Mill games, it was the opponent that was taking control of the game clock while the Panthers coasted with rapid-fire rushing touchdowns.

Gameday Takeaways, Week 2

Daniel Stackhouse, Sports Editor
September 15, 2020
Senior running back Devin Barnett celebrates a touchdown with senior tackle Joseph Rampey and junior running back Brandon Mathis during their home game against the Mt. Zion Bulldogs. A blend between a bend, don’t break defense and a rapid-fire offensive attack led the Panthers to a 35-0 shutout and their first win of the season. Barnett took the ball in five carries for 134 yards and three touchdowns. The Panther offense as a whole put together 294 yards of offense in only about 17 and a half minutes of possession time.

A star is born

Daniel Stackhouse, Sports Editor
September 14, 2020
Junior catcher Ashley Sikes (left) and junior pitcher Lilli Backes (right) converse with each other during game one of their double header at Whitewater versus the Lady Wildcats. In an atypical performance from Starrs Mill, the Lady Panthers staggered and stumbled in a 2-0 sweep. The loss puts them out of the top four teams in the region, putting their postseason contention in jeopardy in what is a new low for Starr’s Mill. Through the double header, Backes gave up 16 runs in an unusual performance from the star pitcher.

Outside looking in

Daniel Stackhouse, Sports Editor
September 14, 2020
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Kyleigh Wetzstein, Staff Writer
September 11, 2020
Junior Joy Johnson serves the ball. Starrs Mill hosted the Southside Invitational against three other teams. The Panthers won both matches against East Coweta and Carrollton, but lost to Trinity. “If we have confidence beating someone, a bigger school or a higher region, it gives us confidence in our region,” head coach Jason Flowers said.

From the Panther Pit

Daniel Stackhouse, Sports Editor
September 10, 2020

Coach’s Corner

Emily Davis, Editor-in-Chief
September 9, 2020
Sophomore quarterback Will Yarbrough lines up under center for the snap during the Panthers’ season opener against the East Coweta Indians. The tight contest last Thursday proved that the Panthers were coming to play, despite falling short in a 21-20 loss. The offense showed promise, the defense stayed beyond reputable, and the culture of grit proved itself as strong as ever.

Gameday Takeaways, Week 1

Daniel Stackhouse, Sports Editor
September 8, 2020
Panther football team runs out onto the field before the first game of the season. Every Tuesday, “Gameday Takeaways” will offer analysis of the most recent football game. This column will provide unique talking points driven by live observations and data, bringing full coverage all season long.

Gameday Takeaways

Daniel Stackhouse, Sports Editor
September 8, 2020
Senior Kolby Smith approaches the finish line on the One Church 5k course. Starr’s Mill hosted the 9th Annual AT&T Panther Invitational meet, where over 40 high school teams across the state came to compete. The varsity boys’ team placed eighth while the varsity girls placed sixth. “Not our best performance, but there were some highlights,” Smith said.

Varsity battles, youth prevails at annual AT&T Panther Invitational

Kaitlyn Doyle, Staff Writer
September 8, 2020
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