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Ben Barkley, Sports Editor

Senior Ben Barkley is a three-year member of The Prowler staff.  He is the Sports Editor.

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My time with The Prowler has been nothing short of amazing. From the people to the opportunities, I will forever be grateful to room 703.

Best decision ever

May 21, 2020
Starr’s Mill Lady Panther Lacrosse team celebrates their state championship win last season. Starr’s Mill was on track to defend the state championship for the second year in a row, starting 5-1 before the season was canceled due to COVID-19.

Abrupt end cannot sever bonds made

April 29, 2020
The NBA postponed its season on March 11 due to the rapidly growing COVID-19 pandemic. Commissioner Adam Silver has been left with a decision to make as to whether or not the NBA season can resume.

Opinion: NBA should return without fans, if it can return at all

April 22, 2020
Giannis Antetokounmpo has turned into the best basketball player in the world. He leads the Bucks to the top spot in my NBA Power Rankings.

Cure the basketball blues

April 10, 2020
Walker family poses for a picture while Raney signs with University of North Georgia where she will run cross country. From a grandfather who played in the CFL, to a sibling who played in the Little League World Series, the Walker Family has seen its fair share of sports involvement.

It runs in the family

April 2, 2020
For the first time in his 20-year career, Tom Brady will not be wearing a Patriots jersey. Brady signed a deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Friday. Brady’s signing was just one of many great signings during the first week of free agency.

Free agency fever

March 23, 2020
As I stare out onto an empty Panther Stadium, I can’t help but wonder when and if spring sports will return this season. My heart goes out to all of the seniors whose last high school season has been taken from them.

Where have all the athletes gone?

March 20, 2020
Sara Evans

Sara Evans

March 13, 2020
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

March 12, 2020
Junior Sara Evans looks to get the ball down the field. Evans scored both goals for the Lady Panthers and was the driving force on offense in the 2-1 win.

Sacrifice

March 9, 2020

Coach’s Corner

March 4, 2020

On the track to retirement

March 2, 2020
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

February 27, 2020

Coach’s Corner

February 25, 2020
Senior Alice Anne Hudson drives down the lane against a Ram defender. Hudson posted 27 points in her final game as a Lady Panther. In her career, Hudson broke the single game scoring record, and surpassed 1,500 career points to become the all-time leading scorer in both girls’ and boy’s basketball.

End of an era

February 20, 2020
Senior Alice Anne Hudson looks to get around a Demon for a basket. Hudson led the Lady Panthers in scoring with 18 points. The Lady Panthers have now won 22 straight games, a streak that began on Dec. 3.

No Demons on Valentine’s Day

February 16, 2020
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

February 13, 2020
Starting next year, the Starr’s Mill athletic program will partner with Adidas. More equipment, like this soccer jersey, will be sponsored by Adidas. Adidas will send new equipment to the school for major wins, such as region and state titles.

New look coming to Panther athletics

February 11, 2020
Lady Panthers shut out Raiders in season opener

Lady Panthers shut out Raiders in season opener

February 5, 2020
Lady Panthers shutout Spalding in scrimmage

Lady Panthers shutout Spalding in scrimmage

February 4, 2020
Malachi Townsend

Malachi Townsend

January 31, 2020
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

January 30, 2020
Former Lakers guard Kobe Bryant died Sunday in a helicopter crash along with his 13 year old daughter Gianna and two additional families. Ever since I was four years old, Kobe has been one of my favorite professional athletes. He inspired me to be the best in whatever I did, basketball or not.

Mamba mentality

January 29, 2020

Coach’s Corner

January 23, 2020
Junior Brandon Allison consoles senior Camden Sutherland after a last-second, game-tying shot that rimmed out. This is the second time this season that the result of the Battle of the Bubble was a three-point loss for the Panthers. After the win, the Chiefs sit fourth in the region, while the Panthers remain in last place.

Instant classic

January 20, 2020
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

January 16, 2020
Senior Alice Anne Hudson drives down the lane for a layup. Hudson led the Lady Panthers in scoring with 17 points. She also kept the aggression on the defensive end, posting five blocks and three steals.

Battle of kingpins

January 13, 2020
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

December 15, 2019
Gavin Necessary

Gavin Necessary

December 13, 2019
Student section cheers on the Panther football team. “Gameday Takeaways” provides analysis of the most recent Friday Night Lights game, while also talking about key players that made the final score of the game possible.

Gameday Takeaways

November 26, 2019
Student section cheers on the Panther football team. “Gameday Takeaways” provides analysis of the most recent Friday Night Lights game, while also talking about key players that made the final score of the game possible.

Gameday Takeaways

November 25, 2019
Sophomore Barrett Schmidlkofer tackles an opposing Longhorn. The Panther defense played one of their best games all season, only allowing 361 total yards in the 45-28 victory.

Horns down

November 24, 2019
Student section cheers on the Panther football team. “Gameday Takeaways” provides analysis of the most recent Friday Night Lights game, while also talking about key players that made the final score of the game possible.

Gameday Takeaways

November 24, 2019
Sophomore Barrett Schmidlkofer looks to tackle an opposing Tiger. The Panther defense had one of their better performances this season, only allowing 163 total yards.

Gameday Takeaways, Week 11

November 19, 2019
Senior Kalen Sims breaks free from a Tigers defender and looks to score. Sims redeemed himself after last years’ injury against New Hampstead, rushing for 160 yards and two touchdowns.

Tigers aren’t so scary

November 17, 2019
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

November 15, 2019
Senior Ardit Hoti prepares for the next play against McIntosh. After the Georgia High School Association announced reclassification assignments, the Chiefs and the Panthers will continue to compete in the same region in AAAAA through 2022. The two county rivals will be joined by Whitewater, Griffin, Northgate, Harris County, and Northside in Region 2-AAAAA.

Not going anywhere

November 13, 2019
Panther football team raises their helmets in celebration after the win. Starr’s Mill used a dominant offense and a lockdown defense to defeat Fayette County 49-7 en route to winning their fourth-straight region championship.

Gameday Takeaways, Week 10

November 13, 2019
Senior Jack Barczak rings the victory bell and holds up a four on his hand. The Panthers have now won their fourth-straight region championship, tying them with Sandy Creek for the most overall region championships in Fayette County history.

The rest is history

November 10, 2019
Senior Karsen Kalen looks to beat a Riverdale defender for a big gain. Riverdale has a big game this Friday against Griffin that will determine the number two seed and home-field advantage for the first round of state playoffs.

The final countdown

November 6, 2019
Senior Jeff Tiller blocks an opposing Raider. The Panther offensive line had another outstanding game, blocking well and allowing the backs to accumulate 289 rushing yards.

Gameday Takeaways, Week 9

November 5, 2019
Senior Kalen Sims looks to break through Riverdale defenders for a big gain. Sims had another tremendous game on the ground, rushing for 150 yards and three touchdowns in the win.

It ain’t over ‘til it’s over

November 3, 2019
Hailey Ross

Hailey Ross

November 1, 2019
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

October 31, 2019
Senior Kalen Sims runs the ball against Sandy Creek. Sims and senior Ben Bodne have combined for 1,424 yards and 16 touchdowns on the season. The rest of the backs have to continue their strong play over the last two games in order to beat Riverdale for the region championship. Defensively, the team needs to keep their momentum against a tough Raider offense that’s averaging 37 points a game.

The home stretch

October 30, 2019
The defensive line gets ready for their next play. Starr’s Mill had their best defensive game all season against the Chiefs, only allowing 89 total yards and producing five sacks.

Gameday Takeaways, Week 8

October 24, 2019
Sophomore Barrett Schmidlkofer looks to break free and tackle an opposing Chief. The Panther defense held the Chiefs to just 89 total yards while also sacking sophomore quarterback Hayes Herzog five times.

Bubble popped

October 22, 2019
Junior Cole Bishop gets tackled after an interception. Bishop led the Panther secondary in the win over the Wildcats, forcing three of the teams four interceptions.

Gameday Takeaways, Week 7

October 17, 2019
Senior Ben Bodne crosses the goal line for a touchdown. Bodne had another monster game last week, rushing for 103 yards and three touchdowns. On the season, Bodne has 566 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns.

Blowout in the Jungle

October 15, 2019
Hunter Lawson

Hunter Lawson

October 11, 2019
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