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Harrison Wetzel

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer

Hi, I’m Harrison Wetzel. I’m currently a sophomore here at SHS. And, this is my second year with the newspaper staff! I’m an avid Colts, Pacers, Reds, and IU basketball fan. I formerly went to Redding Elementary, and Seymour Middle School. I’m excited for another year of writing!

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The AP test presents problems

The AP test presents problems

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
May 17, 2023

As one knows, AP courses are the most rigorous classes to take in high school. They're ranked a level four class at Seymour High School and aren't even administered by the state of Indiana. Instead, they're...

The baseball dilemma

The baseball dilemma

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
May 1, 2023

Concessions, white spheres, and good vibes is how I would describe baseball in a nutshell. But, America's pastime has seen a steady decline in viewership and general fan interest. And, while professional...

The Masters big swing

The Masters big swing

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
April 27, 2023

Once the audience hears Jim Nantz welcoming them to Augusta Golf Club, you feel the change in the air and know spring has arrived. This year's Masters featured 88 of the world's best golfers, as they swung...

Mayhem within madness

Mayhem within madness

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
April 4, 2023

Well, to say March is here is a fact, but simply an understatement. The men's NCAA tournament kicked off the 16th, and to say the name "March Madness" has been fulfilled can't quite be summed up.  Over...

Dividing the fanbase: baseball's pitch clock

Dividing the fanbase: baseball’s pitch clock

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
March 8, 2023

The sound of the baseball as it hits the catcher's glove is a sound we're all too familiar with. Also, the 30 seconds between the pitches is something fans have been familiar with. But, unlike many problems...

The Office: Kevin's Chili Recipe

The Office: Kevin’s Chili Recipe

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
March 8, 2023

When thinking about iconic moments from the office, Kevin dropping the giant pot of Chili all onto the carpet is near the top of the list. Although, the fictional characters never got to taste it, you...

Butterbeer Recipe:

Butterbeer Recipe:

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
March 8, 2023

Although, the classical beverage from Harry Potter seems like something you might only be able to get at Universal Studios, don't fret because plenty of homemade recipes are here to save the day. Prep...

Who's state?

Who’s state?

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
March 6, 2023

Indiana vs Purdue. A rivalry as old as time. Either cream and crimson, or black and gold bleeds through many Hoosiers. Although, football has its moments between the rivalry, nothing can compare to the...

The Willow Project

The Willow Project

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
March 2, 2023

When the 2020 election was in full swing, President Biden promised to pledge his presidency to curb the imminent climate crisis. In fact, his very first order as president was to rejoin the Paris Climate...

Why regional sports networks are failing

Why regional sports networks are failing

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
February 24, 2023

Let's create an image here. You like basketball right? Yes. Do you have a favorite team? Yes. Is that team your local team? Yes. Great! Well, with a hefty price, and a satellite in your backyard you'll...

Playoff expansions, good or bad?

Playoff expansions, good or bad?

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
January 17, 2023

Like anything that makes money, sports are a business. But to call them just a business is an understatement. If you look alone at the NFL, we see that 91 out of the top 100 most watched TV programs of...

Is Die Hard a Christmas movie?

Is Die Hard a Christmas movie?

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
December 20, 2022

What makes a movie a Christmas movie? Does it have to be snowing outside, with "Jingle Bells" playing in the background? Does the main character have to be indirectly related to Santa Claus? We all know...

Cory "Colts" Robinson

Cory “Colts” Robinson

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
December 16, 2022

Senior at SHS, Cory Robinson, received one of Indiana's most prestigious awards. The Indianapolis Colts have announced that he won their Indiana High School Football Player. The award professes Cory,...

Casinos to Cornfields: Mr. Kolish's story to Seymour

Casinos to Cornfields: Mr. Kolish’s story to Seymour

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
December 8, 2022

During the summer, Seymour high school had two vacancies in our counselor positions. The high school began to fill those positions with temporary substitutions, but, after some shifting, the high school...

Balance of Power-2022

Balance of Power-2022

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
November 28, 2022

Although it seems like it was just yesterday, we are officially halfway through incumbent Biden's term, and with that comes the midterms. All elections should be treated the same, but typically the midterms...

Welcome Back, Football!

Welcome Back, Football!

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
September 9, 2022

As the cooler weather begins to set back into our lives, the months of turf field, and cleats also make a glorious comeback. High school, college, and professional have either all kicked off their season,...

Mockingbird wins best novel title

Mockingbird wins best novel title

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
May 4, 2022

In 2018, PBS launched a contest called The Great American Read. 100 novels were selected and America voted for four months. While battling great American and world classics like Tolkien's The Lord of the...

Breaking ground at SHS

Breaking ground at SHS

Harrison Wetzel and Katie Cottrill
April 12, 2022

On March 22nd, Seymour High School broke ground on its $52 million dollar building project.. For six years Seymour's superintendent Mr. Brandon Harpe and board members have been working on what some would...

Have the Olympics perished?

Have the Olympics perished?

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
March 4, 2022

Are the Olympics dying? For some, the Olympics are simply just a random occurrence every two years. In fact, some don’t even tune in for a second to watch the games. This begs the questions: Are they...

9 and Sigh.

9 and Sigh.

Harrison Wetzel, Staff Writer
January 19, 2022

Throughout the last four seasons the Colts have started off weeks 1-4 with a record of 7-9. And, yet as fans, we marvel at the thought of missing the postseason. The Colts always like to praise themselves...

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