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The School Newspaper of John Carroll School

The Patriot
The School Newspaper of John Carroll School

The Patriot
Grant Sharretts, Online Chief 2016-2017

Grant Sharretts, Online Chief 2016-2017, Online Chief

Senior Grant Sharretts is the Online Chief for The Patriot and jcpatriot.com. This is his third year in journalism and second year on staff. When he isn’t debating sports topics, Sharretts is a part of the National Quill and Scroll Honor Society and the Patriot Hospitality Group. If he isn’t busy tweaking the website, Sharretts can be found making great playlists on Spotify, scrolling through ESPN 20 times a day, or participating in binge-watching shows competitively. Grant Sharretts can be reached for comments at [email protected].

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Senior midfielder Abby Hormes advances up the field on attack. Hormes also competes on the soccer, indoor soccer, and indoor track teams.

[Photo] Senior excels in four sports

Daniel Robinson, General Staff Member
March 23, 2017
In the fast lane

In the fast lane

Grant Sharretts, Caroline Cooney, and Daniel Robinson
March 6, 2017
Senior CJ Beteta and sophomore Katie Smith cut out fabric during the H-day period in advisory. After attending grade-level meetings, every advisory made hats for children with pediatric cancer.

[Photo] Week in Pictures: mini presentations, hat making, Shrek the Musical, and Student Appreciation Day

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
February 10, 2017
Senior Abby Hormes dribbles the ball in a game against Friends School on Friday, Jan. 20. The women's indoor soccer team finished the regular season with a final record of 7-2-2, and won the IAAM A Conference Championship on Friday, Feb. 4.

Indoor soccer claims title

Grant Sharretts, Online Chief
February 10, 2017
Senior CJ Beteta and sophomore Katie Smith cut fabric in order to make hats for pediatric cancer patients. The hats were made during the H-day assembly mod after each grade level attended their respective meetings.

[Photo] In case you missed it: Week of Jan. 30

Anna Kotula, Contributor
February 8, 2017
Students lay in chairs as they get their blood drawn on Friday, Jan. 27 in the Brown Room. Every year, social studies teacher Rodney Johnson organizes a blood drive with the American Red Cross Association.

[Photo] In case you missed it: Week of Jan. 23

Anna Kotula, Contributor
January 31, 2017
Senior Anna Smith smiles as she donates blood at the Annual JC Blood Drive on Jan. 27. Every year, social studies teacher Rodney Johnson coordinates a drive with American Red Cross Association for students to donate their blood.

[Photo] Week in Pictures: Blood drive, AP Biology, turtles, salad bar, and FBLA

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
January 31, 2017
Seniors Mike McCabe and Dan Zheng (left to right) play the popular game Jenga on Friday, Jan. 20. Students in AP Psychology played board games in order to test their cognitive skills.

[Photo] Week in Pictures: MLK Day assembly, QPR session, NHS meeting, Hamlet, and AP Psychology

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
January 24, 2017
After Christmas Break, renovations were completed in the weight room. The room is now fit for more efficient workouts for both individuals and entire teams.

Weight room renovation completed

Grant Sharretts, Online Chief
January 14, 2017
For high school athletes, there is no off-season

For high school athletes, there is no off-season

Grant Sharretts, Online Chief
December 19, 2016
Students put up decorations for the John Carroll holiday door decorating contest. This contest is a tradition that many students enjoy.

[Photo] In case you missed it: Week of Nov. 28

Lauren Becker, News Editor
December 6, 2016
Seniors on the varsity field hockey team pose after winning the IAAM B Conference Championship 1-0 against Maryvale on Nov.6.

Sticking to tradition

Grant Sharretts, Online Chief
November 17, 2016
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[Photo] Double standards

Grace Mottley, Assignment Chief
November 17, 2016
Senior right midfielder Emily Stancliff shields the ball from a defender while carrying it down the field. The varsity field hockey team beat St. Paul's 2-0 on Oct. 31 to advance to the semifinals.

Field hockey shuts out St. Paul’s in quarterfinals

Grant Sharretts, Online Chief
November 1, 2016
Caution tape blocks off one of the pathways on Jacksonville University's campus after it was damaged from Hurricane Matthew. Those affected by the storm have begun cleaning up the aftermath and repairing the damages.

Hurricane Matthew hits home with community

Caroline Cooney and Grant Sharretts
October 21, 2016
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[Photo] Chalk-talking politics? Sports rant about political issues

Emily Stancliff, Sports Editor
October 20, 2016
During the Science Olympiad meeting seniors Christina Giovanazi, Erica Deyesu, Ianna Pirozzi and freshman John DeSoto work on projects for various competitions. The Science Olympiad Club competes against multiple high schools in science-based events throughout the year. If you would like to join, please visit Dr. Andrew Ketchum in room 213.

[Photo] Week In Pictures: Science Olympiad, FCA, french exchange, women’s tennis, dress down, and men’s soccer

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
September 22, 2016
Junior Paul Poholsky spins towards the goal to get an open shot. The men's lacrosse team finished their season with a 19-6 record, capturing the championship.

Men’s lacrosse

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
June 3, 2016
Sophomore Chika Chuku jumps over a hurdle during a race. The women's track team finished with a record of 9-3 and came fourth in the championship.

Women’s track and field

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
May 25, 2016
Heading the pack, senior long distance runner Evan Moore races against multiple high schools in the MIAA. The men's track team finished their season bringing home a championship for the first time in four years.

[Photo] Men’s track and field

Pia Scotto, Community Editor
May 24, 2016
Freshman Ayo Bodison sprints to the finish line during a relay while in a meet against multiple high schools in Maryland. The men's track team capped their successful season off with a MIAA championship.

[Photo] Men’s track takes home the championship

Azanae Barrow, Community Editor
May 19, 2016
With applicants coming in to teach a sample lesson, the students act as the audience and sometimes even the judges. After the lesson, the students give their critique of the teacher and the administration takes it into account in the hiring process.

New hiring process should become JC staple

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
May 16, 2016
Junior pitcher Alex Marlow winds up for a pitch in the third inning. The Patriots were defeated by Dulaney High School 5-4 on May 9.

[Photo] Week in Pictures: Lollipops, Service Club, yearbooks, Special Needs Prom and baseball’s Senior Night

Katherine Grimm, Media Editor
May 17, 2016
Senior varsity women’s lacrosse defenseman Anya McSorley passes the ball down the field on a fast break. McSorley committed to play lacrosse at Coastal Carolina University on Oct. of 2014 in her junior year.

Getting to another level

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
May 3, 2016
Senior Matt Becker sprints to the line in the 800 meter race. Becker’s interest in track and field started when he was a freshman in high school, and has continued running throughout his four years.

Senior sprints to new levels

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
April 21, 2016
The Old Well located on the UNC Chapel Hill campus, is a popular and historic attraction. The Well was first used as a water supply back in the 1800's but is now seen as the heart of campus.

College reviews: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
March 30, 2016
Junior Selina Petronelli practices a jump at her farm during practice. Petronelli has been part of the team since her freshman year and placed eighth at nationals last year.

Claddagh Manor provides chance to saddle up

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
March 23, 2016
Seniors Faith Ensor and Holly Driver sprint ahead inside their lanes during practice. Driver and Ensor are returning seniors and leaders on the women's track team.

[Photo] Women’s track and field

Daniel Robinson, Copy Editor
March 21, 2016
Sophomore midfielder Jake Kreiger carries the ball down the field during practice on March 8. Kreiger was one of four freshmen to make the varsity team last year.

[Photo] Men’s lacrosse

Elizabeth Harmison, Media Editor
March 21, 2016
Signs in the hallways jokingly reference the new phone policy. Cell phone usage is now prohibited in the academic wing but allowed in the non-academic areas of the school.

Administration eases phone restrictions

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
March 17, 2016
Student-athletes nationwide consider themselves to be more of an athlete than a student. It is always important to have a backup plan for your future.

Why student athletes should value their education

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
January 22, 2016
While the Rams' stadium is being built in Inglewood, California, they will play at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Plans for a stadium have been set and is projected to be ready by 2019.

NFL football returns to Los Angeles

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
January 13, 2016
Senior center defenseman Kristen Isoldi dribbles the ball past a St. Paul's player in an indoor soccer game on Dec. 2, that ended in a 8-0 win for the Patriots. The team hopes to repeat their success and make it to the championship.

[Photo] Indoor soccer seeks to repeat championship run

Joe Kyburz, Copy Editor
December 9, 2015
Ashlee Kothenbeutel attempts to take the ball away from a Maryvale player. The championship game was played at Stevenson University and resulted in a 1-0 victory and a second consecutive championship for the team.

Field Hockey

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
December 4, 2015
With increase of head injuries in the NFL, players have, in reaction, increased the number of lawsuits. However, the fatal problem certainly needs to be address and dealt with head on.

Brain trauma severely impacting NFL players’ futures

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
December 3, 2015
Law enforcement officers with guns drawn on San Bernardino Avenue in the pursuit of suspects in a mass shooting in San Bernardino, Calif., on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2015. (Francine Orr/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

Shootings in San Bernardino, CA shock nation

Claire Grunewald and Grant Sharretts
December 3, 2015
"Code Black" is a new TV series on CBS. It aired Sept. 30.

TV Talk: “Code Black” fails to grasp the audience

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
November 30, 2015
Athletes winning in and out of the game

Athletes winning in and out of the game

Grant Sharretts and Mike Moxley
November 18, 2015
Varsity running back junior Devin Darrington stiff-arms a defender to the ground during the game. The Patriot's offense scored 41 points against Pallotti and defeated them 41-0.

A preview to football championships

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
November 13, 2015
The NFL actively supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but the extent of their support is not nearly where it should be. They donate a portion of the proceedings to the cause, but this is only a small portion that a multi-billion dollar organization has the power to donate.

BCA month highlights NFL’s greatest problems

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
November 7, 2015
Senior captain and right midfielder Carly Lyon passes the ball toward the middle of the field. Lyon along with her fellow captains were instrumental in capturing back-to-back championships.

Field hockey claims second consecutive championship

Erin McCloskey and Grant Sharretts
November 5, 2015
The current rule for cells phones in school requires students to have their phones off and away in all parts of the school, including the cafeteria. Currently there has been speculation on changing this rule, and a decision will come in the near future.

Students call for change

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
October 19, 2015
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