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Daniel Stackhouse, Sports Editor

Senior Daniel Stackhouse is a two-year member of The Prowler staff.  He is the Sports Editor.

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Coach’s Corner

March 2, 2021
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

February 25, 2021
Senior outfielder, South Carolina commit, and MLB draft prospect Thad Ector moves up to bat in the Panthers’ first home game of the season against the North Forsyth Raiders this past Tuesday. Starr’s Mill came out swinging and kept the pressure on North Forsyth to take the game 11-1 in five innings. The Panthers took control early with six runs in the first inning and never looked back. Ector had a two-run homerun to help the Panthers extend their lead later in the game.

Leading off with promise

February 25, 2021
Freshman forward Mia Hargrove sets up for a free kick during the Lady Panthers’ home match against the St. Pius X Lady Golden Lions this past Tuesday. Due to an incomplete roster and inexperienced players on the field, the girls could not handle St. Pius and suffered a 4-0 defeat. Starr’s Mill had trouble getting past midfield all game long, only putting up one shot on goal. In contrast, St. Pius racked up 24 shots on goal on top of keeping the game in Panther territory.

‘Deer in headlights’

February 12, 2021
Senior Michael Townsend (left) and junior Malachi Townsend (right) move down the court with the basketball. The Townsend brothers have stood out on the boys team as a dominant and versatile pair. All their lives, they have pursued basketball excellence as they push each other to greater heights. Beyond that, the brothers have forged a strong brotherly bond off of the court.

The Brothers Townsend

February 10, 2021
Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David waits for the upcoming snap during the team’s 31-23 wild card game win against the Washington Football Team at FedEx Field on Jan. 9. Last night, David and the Buccaneers successfully shut down the Kansas City Chiefs and their offense to win Super Bowl LV, 31-9. Kansas City did not score a single touchdown throughout the Super Bowl, the first time the team did not score a touchdown in a game since quarterback Patrick Mahomes took control under center. On top of six tackles, David helped contain Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, limiting Kansas City’s most productive receiver to 10 receptions and 133 yards.

Unsung heroes

February 8, 2021

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

February 5, 2021

[VIDEO] Coach’s Corner

February 5, 2021
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

February 4, 2021
Alestorm band members (left to right), vocalist Cristopher Bowes, guitarist Máté Bodor, drummer Peter Alcorn, keyboardist Elliot Vernon, and bassist Gareth Murdock, pose for a photo. With the rising popularity of sea shanties, I recommend this song for those that are hankering for some more cool music of this nature.

Quick Hit with Daniel Stackhouse

January 28, 2021
Joey Sulkowski

Joey Sulkowski

January 22, 2021
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

January 21, 2021
I present the Region 2-AAAAA championship trophy to the Starr’s Mill football team after their 38-7 victory over the McIntosh Chiefs last season. Since I really started getting into sports, I have grown to love several aspects of them. Covering Panther football’s 2018 quarterfinal game against the Dutchtown Bulldogs signifies my favorite sports moment and symbolizes why sports matter.

Why sports matter to me

January 14, 2021

Coach’s Corner

January 13, 2021
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

December 12, 2020

Coach’s Corner

December 11, 2020
Starr’s Mill offense communicates in a huddle during their round two state playoff game against the Coffee Trojans where the Panthers were eliminated 24-9. Starr’s Mill put up a good fight, but Coffee was able to outperform the Panthers late in the game to take the win. The Panther offense controlled the clock for over half an hour of game time, but set a season low in points scored with only one touchdown and a safety. Whether it be a strong punting game, a flustered backfield, or going up against an overall stronger program, here are the final three takeaways of the season.

Gameday Takeaways, Playoffs – Round 2

December 9, 2020
Head coach Chad Phillips talks with the offense during a timeout in the Panthers’ second round playoff game against the Coffee Trojans. Starr’s Mill ran with the Trojans for a while, but progressively lost control as the game went on, resulting in a 24-9 loss to eliminate Starr’s Mill from the playoffs. Against Coffee, Starr’s Mill set a season low for points scored and a season high for points allowed.

Just like that, it was over

December 7, 2020
Sophomore Will Yarbrough throws a pass during the Panthers’ first round playoff game against the Mundy’s Mill Tigers last Friday where they won 63-6. It looked like every piece of the team came through to pull off an explosive victory. Yarbrough had a solid game all around with 80 all-purpose yards, three touchdowns, and one interception. Whether it be how the offense clicked, the might of the defense, or the carousel at running back showing how dangerous they are, there is much to take away from a blowout win that helped Starr’s Mill advance to the round of 16.

Gameday Takeaways, Playoffs – Round 1

December 2, 2020
Starr’s Mill offensive line faces off against the Mundy’s Mill defensive line during the first round of the GHSA AAAAA playoffs at Panther Stadium. 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

December 2, 2020
Starr’s Mill offense huddles up during their first round of the GHSA AAAAA state playoffs last Friday against the Mundy’s Mill Tigers. The Panthers fired on all cylinders early to take a substantial lead and never lost control, winning the game 63-6. The offense broke the record for points scored in a game, originally set at 61 against Stockbridge in 2001. Seven different scored players for Starr’s Mill

‘It’s do or die’

November 30, 2020
Tyler Glover

Tyler Glover

November 27, 2020

[VIDEO] Coach’s Corner

November 25, 2020
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

November 20, 2020
Senior Andres Moc lines up for the next snap during Panther football’s final regular season game against the McIntosh Chiefs at McIntosh High School. Starr’s Mill focused on developing their offensive game amidst great performances by a reliable running back and an explosive defensive line. Moc led the Panther defense with two sacks against the Chiefs in the 38-7 victory.

Gameday Takeaways, Week 9

November 18, 2020
Head coach Chad Phillips hoists the region 2-AAAAA trophy in front of the football team after their victory against the McIntosh Chiefs last Friday. The Panthers took care of business to demolish the Chiefs 38-7. With this win, Starr’s Mill clinched its fifth region championship in a row. This is also their ninth region championship in program history, breaking the county record previously owned by Sandy Creek with eight.

Back to back to back to back to back

November 17, 2020
Image of the Starlight Brigade in the music video with the same name by Tupper Ware Remix Party. “Starlight Brigade” is just the song anybody could use to get them hyped up with an electric rock space adventure.

Quick Hit with Daniel Stackhouse

November 14, 2020
Senior offensive lineman Vee Holcomb awaits a snap during the Panthers’ final region home game against the Whitewater Wildcats this past Friday. On top of the Panther defense pulling off their third consecutive shutout, the Panther offense had one of their best games yet to pull out a convincing 42-0 win against a county rival. “We knew we needed to win this game to be sitting good in the region,” Holcomb said. “So we all knew as seniors [that] tonight was our last regular season home game, so it meant something to us.”

Gameday Takeaways, Week 8

November 12, 2020
Sophomore running back Greigh Joseph makes his way down an empty field en route to a 98-yard touchdown during the Panthers’ final region home game against the Whitewater Wildcats. The offense had a breakout game that propelled the team to a 42-0 victory and still in control of their destiny in the region. The offense as a whole had its most productive game yet with 464 total yards and six touchdowns. Joseph had a decent night himself with five carries for 106 yards and a touchdown.

That’s so offensive!

November 12, 2020
All-star softball duo

All-star softball duo

November 11, 2020
Junior Lilli Backes commits to the University of North Carolina

Junior Lilli Backes commits to the University of North Carolina

November 8, 2020
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

November 6, 2020
Sophomore running back Greigh Joseph dives forward during the Panthers’ home region game against the Griffin Bears this past week. The entire team came together to pull off a solid 21-0 shutout to widen the gap within the region. Even though the Panther offense only accumulated a total of 217 yards, they scored 21 points for just the second time this season. Whether it be the value of maturity, an explosive defensive line, or the progression of the learning curve, here are three takeaways from this past week’s game.

Gameday Takeaways, Week 7

November 3, 2020

Coach’s Corner

November 3, 2020
Sophomore quarterback Will Yarbrough makes his way downfield during the Panthers’ third region game against the Griffin Bears at Panther Stadium. Despite some struggles, the Panther offense made some big plays, while the defense kept Griffin in check to culminate in a 21-0 shutout. Yarbrough ran the ball five times for 71 yards and two touchdowns. For only the second time this season, and first time in region play, the Panthers scored 21 or more points.

Bears down, spirits up

November 1, 2020
Cody Calafiore (middle) celebrates making it to the final three with fellow houseguests Nicole Franzel and Enzo Palumbo in season 22 of the CBS reality TV show “Big Brother.” “Big Brother: All-Stars” came to its conclusion last night. Calafiore dominated the game and it all paid off when he won the $500,000 grand prize by a 9-0 vote over Palumbo. Whether it be socially or strategically effective or being a competition beast, Calafiore played every aspect of the Big Brother game flawlessly, and earned the victory after losing in the first round six years ago.

Perfect redemption

October 29, 2020

Coach’s Corner

October 28, 2020
Senior safety Cole Bishop rushes past the Northgate defense during the Panthers’ away game against the Northgate Vikings. Bishop helped orchestrate the Panther defense’s third shutout of the year, winning 10-0. He also had two carries for 31 yards. Overall, the game was rather quiet, but there were some interesting things of note to takeaway.

Gameday Takeaways, Week 6

October 23, 2020
Sophomore quarterback Will Yarbrough leads the huddle for the Panther offense during last week’s away game against the Northgate Vikings. The Panthers played a quiet, yet disciplined game that earned them a 10-0 victory. This is the third shutout the Panther defense has pulled off this season. The Panther offense held onto the ball for nearly half an hour of game time.

Disciplinary action

October 23, 2020
Senior safety Cole Bishop gets up after taking down a Union Grove player during the Panthers’ week three matchup against the Union Grove Wolverines in which they won 19-14. Last night, Bishop made the decision to decommit from Duke and reopen commitment opportunities in the NCAA. The three star safety is currently hitting his stride this season with an interception and tackle for safety as well as some offensive contributions at points.

Three-star recruit Cole Bishop decommits from Duke

October 15, 2020
Junior running back Brandon Mathis takes a handoff during the Panthers’ first region game against Harris County where Starr’s Mill won 14-10. Whether it be a new breakout back, a threat on the other side, or the team culture on display, there was a lot to take away from that game. Mathis led the team in rushing with 16 carries for 94 yards.

Gameday Takeaways, Week 5

October 14, 2020
Sophomore quarterback Will Yarbrough gets under center to take a snap. 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

October 14, 2020
Sophomore running back Greigh Joseph fights through a Harris County defender during the Panthers’ first region game against the Harris County Tigers. In a momentum-deciding game, Starr’s Mill edged out Harris County 14-10 to start region play 1-0. Joseph had his first breakout game of the year with 13 carries for 60 yards and two touchdowns. Eight different rushers carried the ball for the Panthers, combining for 50 rushes that racked up 211 yards, one lost fumble, and 25:39 of game time.

Hard work pays off

October 12, 2020
The famous victory bell stands at Panther Stadium. Its sound being chimed after every single win. This season, Starr's Mill will face a region filled with stiff competition, with over half of the region fighting fiercely for the region crown. For Starr’s Mill, a region title this year would tie the record for region championships won within the county. From hopefuls, wildcards, and powerhouses, this is The Prowler’s Region 2-AAAAA football tier list.

Blood, sweat, and tiers

October 8, 2020
Senior a-back Devin Barnett takes the ball for a carry during Panther football’s final non-region game against Sandy Creek. Despite some offensive hiccups, most everything else came together to help propel the Panthers to a 10-7 victory. Because they played a difficult defense, the Panther offense has a lot of experience to work with to help get them ready for region play. In this game, Barnett ran for 17 carries, racking up 84 yards and a touchdown.

Gameday Takeaways, Week 4

October 7, 2020

Coach’s Corner

October 7, 2020
Defensive line set for an upcoming snap during the Panthers’ final non-region game against the Sandy Creek Patriots on Sept. 25. Both defenses were at each other’s throats as the Panthers edged the Patriots in a 10-7 victory. This is the second time the Panther defense has orchestrated an offensive shutout this season. Sandy Creek was also limited to 99 total yards of offense.

Defense wins

October 5, 2020
From the Panther Pit

From the Panther Pit

October 1, 2020
Panther defense surrounds the ball carrier during their matchup against the Union Grove Wolverines last Friday in McDonough, Georgia. Against some stiff competition, the Panthers outlasted Union Grove 19-14 in a suspenseful finale. In this game, we saw how the Panthers reacted to a similar style offense, the resolve from a sophomore quarterback, and a level of speed the Panther backfield may have for the first time in a while.

Gameday Takeaways, Week 3

September 23, 2020
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