The student-run online newspaper for Starr's Mill High School

The Prowler
The student-run online newspaper for Starr's Mill High School

The Prowler
The student-run online newspaper for Starr's Mill High School

The Prowler

John Webb, Sports co-Editor

Senior John Webb is a two-year member of The Prowler staff.  He is a sports co-editor and staff writer.

All content by John Webb
Seniors on the team embrace after the series ended. Although the Panthers played strong defense throughout the series, Loganville’s talent on both sides of the ball was too much.

Panthers struggle against reigning champion Red Devils, eliminated in two games

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
May 21, 2018
Starr’s Mill player throws a pitch during game one. Starr’s Mill gave up just one run to the Tigers through both games, relying on their defensive strength to propel them into the third round of the state playoffs.

Panthers prevail over Tigers in second round double-header

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
May 9, 2018
From the Panther Pit - Season 3, Episode 12

From the Panther Pit – Season 3, Episode 12

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
May 3, 2018
Starr’s Mill player takes off from home plate after hitting the ball. The Panthers’ spectacular hitting was a major factor in their 7-0 game one victory.

Varsity Panthers defeat Wolverines in three games to advance to second round

Ty Odom and John Webb
May 3, 2018
From the Panther Pit - Season 3, Episode 11

From the Panther Pit – Season 3, Episode 11

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
April 19, 2018
Luke Phillips

Luke Phillips

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
April 18, 2018
Caroline Andrews

Caroline Andrews

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
March 30, 2018
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[Photo] Coach’s Corner – March 22, 2018

Ryan Allen, Staff Writer
March 22, 2018
Four Panthers pose after breaking the Starr’s Mill record in the 4x1600. Three other records were broken by the Panthers over the weekend.

Track and field shows out, sets four new school records

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
March 22, 2018
From the Panther Pit - Season 3, Episode 9

From the Panther Pit – Season 3, Episode 9

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
March 18, 2018
Senior Dawson Sweatt started on the mound for Starr’s Mill. The Panther desense did not give up an earned run in the entire series against Whitewater.

Panthers sweep Wildcats, remain perfect in region play

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
March 13, 2018
Nathan Price

Nathan Price

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
March 9, 2018
From the Panther Pit - Season 3, Episode 8

From the Panther Pit – Season 3, Episode 8

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
March 1, 2018
Head coach Brandon Hutchins and all-time leading scorer Drew Hudson high five after finishing the first quarter leading 11-4. The Panthers are in the midst of their longest playoff run in school history.

Panthers protect the Pit, advance to Elite 8

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
February 26, 2018
Reed Sorenson (top) went to Woodward Academy and played many sports throughout his childhood. He made the decision to focus on racing at around 13 years old. Garrett Smithley (bottom) is originally from Pennsylvania, but moved to Peachtree City in middle school. He attended Booth Middle School and McIntosh High School.

Peachtree City rides in NASCAR’s top two series

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
February 19, 2018
From the Panther Pit - Season 3, Episode 7

From the Panther Pit – Season 3, Episode 7

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
February 13, 2018
From the Panther Pit - Season 3, Episode 6

From the Panther Pit – Season 3, Episode 6

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
January 26, 2018
Mustang defenders swarm a Lady Panther after a rebound. Morrow’s size caused problems for the Mill as they ended the game with 12 more rebounds than the home team.

Panthers hit stride in third quarter, drive past Mustangs

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
January 25, 2018
From the Panther Pit - Season 3, Episode 5

From the Panther Pit – Season 3, Episode 5

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
January 13, 2018
Kearns is currently in her second year as the assistant girls’ varsity basketball coach at Starr’s Mill. With a long list of athletic accolades and accomplishments, Kearns is one of Fayette County’s most impressive products.

Former All-American returns to Fayette County to coach the Lady Panthers

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
January 8, 2018
Two Panther seniors set up their defense against McIntosh. Starr’s Mill ran a 2-3 zone and held the Chiefs to 64 points on the night.

The Mill splits varsity matchups with crosstown rival

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
December 9, 2017
Ryan Cockes

Ryan Cockes

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
December 4, 2017
From the Panther Pit - Season 3, Episode 4

From the Panther Pit – Season 3, Episode 4

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
November 16, 2017
Two Panther players work on their post moves during a preseason practice. Starr’s Mill will look to bounce back from a 12-13 record last year and make the state playoffs this season.

Lady Panthers prepare for comeback season

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
November 15, 2017
From the Panther Pit - Season 3, Episode 3

From the Panther Pit – Season 3, Episode 3

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
October 28, 2017

[Video] Coach’s Corner – Oct. 20, 2017

Ty Odom, Staff Writer
October 20, 2017
A Lady Panther prepares to set the ball. The volleyball team finished the day with a 3-1 record and ended in second place.

Panthers impress en route to region runner up

John Webb and Ty Odom
October 16, 2017
From the Panther Pit - Season 3, Episode 2

From the Panther Pit – Season 3, Episode 2

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
October 9, 2017
Sept. 20, 2017 - Panther players surround home plate after a seventh inning home run. Starr’s Mill hit two home runs on the night and two in their previous matchup with the Wildcats.

Panthers clinch top spot in region

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
September 27, 2017

[Video] Coach’s Corner – Sept. 6, 2017

Rilee Stapleton, Editor-in-Chief
September 6, 2017
Coltin Houser

Coltin Houser

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
August 31, 2017
A Starr’s Mill batter stands in the box ready for the pitch. The Panthers hit the ball well, but left twelve runners stranded on base throughout the game.

Exhilarating rivalry game sees extra innings

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
August 26, 2017
From the Panther Pit - Season 3, Episode 1

From the Panther Pit – Season 3, Episode 1

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
August 23, 2017
Farmers Insurance Player of the Week

Farmers Insurance Player of the Week

John Webb, Sports co-Editor
August 14, 2017
Both golf teams pose with head coach Burt Waller and the state championship trophy after the final hole on Tuesday. Starr’s Mill closed out their season with a sweep of the AAAAA state tournament, with senior Jocelyn Gao taking home the girls’ individual state title.

Golf sweeps state tournament

John Webb, Staff Writer
May 26, 2017

[Video] The charter bunch

Isabella Dager, News co-Editor
May 24, 2017
From the Panther Pit - Season 2, Episode 12

From the Panther Pit – Season 2, Episode 12

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
May 23, 2017
Panther golfers pose with a first place trophy at the West Hall Invitational in Chateau Elan. Starr’s Mill won six of the seven tournaments the team competed in, including the region championship.

Golf team prepares for state tournament

John Webb, Staff Writer
May 19, 2017

Track team breaks five school records en route to sectionals

John Webb, Staff Writer
April 28, 2017
From the Panther Pit - Season 2, Episode 11

From the Panther Pit – Season 2, Episode 11

Morgan Evans, Jenna Sanders, Rilee Stapleton, John Webb, and Dana Gould
April 19, 2017
With three goals on the evening, the Panthers saw their scoreline bolstered by two eighth graders. Although the young team saw some success on offense, the girls fell to the more experienced and older McIntosh side in a back and forth game.

JV soccer season ends with McIntosh matchup

John Webb, Staff Writer
April 12, 2017
The makerspace cart is located in the media center and contains different activities for students to do including robotics, 3D printing, and experimentation with a variety of electronics.

[Photo] Media center makes space for student creativity

Isabella Dager, News co-Editor
April 7, 2017
From the Panther Pit - Season 2, Episode 10

From the Panther Pit – Season 2, Episode 10

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
March 20, 2017
A Starr’s Mill runner prepares to exchange the baton with a teammate in a relay race. “Our 4X4 team is solid, but we need to improve in our hurdling,” Walker said.

Track and field kicks off as Starr’s Mill hosts Panther Relays

John Webb, Staff Writer
March 10, 2017
From the Panther Pit - Season 2, Episode 9

From the Panther Pit – Season 2, Episode 9

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
March 1, 2017
From the Panther Pit - Season 2, Episode 8

From the Panther Pit – Season 2, Episode 8

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
February 16, 2017
From the Panther Pit - Season 2, Episode 7

From the Panther Pit – Season 2, Episode 7

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
February 2, 2017
A Panther wrestler grapples with an opponent. Starr’s Mill hosted the Area Duals earlier this month and placed 2nd overall.

Panthers pinned to second place

John Webb, Staff Writer
January 27, 2017

Coach’s Corner – Jan. 18, 2017

John Webb, Staff Writer
January 18, 2017

[Video] Coach’s Corner – Jan. 13, 2017

Morgan Evans, Sports Editor
January 13, 2017
From the Panther Pit - Season 2, Episode 6

From the Panther Pit – Season 2, Episode 6

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
December 13, 2016
A Panther player looks for an open man to pass to during a scrimmage against Our Lady of Mercy. The Panthers dominated during their 76-46 win over the Bobcats.

November brings tip-off for the Panthers

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
December 1, 2016
From the Panther Pit - Season 2, Episode 5

From the Panther Pit – Season 2, Episode 5

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
November 18, 2016
Starr’s Mill varsity cheer team poses for a picture after winning the region title. The team looks to continue their success at state this weekend.

Cheer heads to Columbus for state finals

John Webb, Staff Writer
November 11, 2016
From the Panther Pit - Season 2, Episode 4

From the Panther Pit – Season 2, Episode 4

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
October 26, 2016
Freshman Kaylen Sims runs in a touchdown for Starr’s Mill. The Panthers dominant run game was led by Sims, racking up six TDs in Starr’s Mill’s 57-42 victory over cross-town rival McIntosh.

JV Panthers edge out Chiefs in high scoring shootout

John Webb, Staff Writer
October 20, 2016
From the Panther Pit - Season 2, Episode 3

From the Panther Pit – Season 2, Episode 3

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
October 13, 2016

Coach’s Corner – Oct. 12, 2016

John Webb, Staff Writer
October 13, 2016
Panther player sheds a tackle and runs for a first down. The Starr’s Mill run game could not be stopped by the East Coweta defense.

Panthers beat Indians in high-scoring JV match-up

John Webb, Staff Writer
October 4, 2016
From the Panther Pit - Season 2, Episode 2

From the Panther Pit – Season 2, Episode 2

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
October 3, 2016

[Video] Coach’s Corner – Sept. 21, 2016

Kyle Soto, Staff Writer
September 21, 2016
Damien Wimes

Damien Wimes

John Webb, Staff Writer
September 18, 2016
From the Panther Pit - Season 2, Episode 1

From the Panther Pit – Season 2, Episode 1

Rilee Stapleton and John Webb
September 9, 2016
A Johns Creek player spikes another point for the away team. The Johns Creek Gladiators’ front line was in complete control throughout their 2-0 win against the struggling Panthers.

Varsity volleyball shows potential, falls to Johns Creek and Columbus in home opener

John Webb, Staff Writer
August 31, 2016

[Video] Coach’s Corner – Aug. 17, 2016

Jenna Sanders, Staff Writer
August 17, 2016
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