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
Shelby Foster

Shelby Foster, Photography Editor

Senior Shelby Foster is a three-year member of The Prowler staff.  She is a photography editor and a photojournalist.

All content by Shelby Foster
Panther Pit 2018

[Photo] From the Panther Pit

Ben Barkley, Sports Editor
August 29, 2019
week of aug 19

[Photo] Bowl full of KICs

Mary Jane Gagliano, Simone Bates, Addie Ellison, and James Hindy
August 23, 2019
KIC week of aug 12

[Photo] Hot week in news

Mary Jane Gagliano, Simone Bates, Addie Ellison, and James Hindy
August 17, 2019
Angelo dives for a lose ball against Griffin. Angelo is known for her hustle as an athlete. In every sport she played, she displayed a great nose for the ball.

[Photo] Putting the ‘star’ in Starr’s Mill

Rilee Stapleton, Editor-in-Chief
June 9, 2019
May 12, 2019 - As the school year ends four senior shirts display their nickname and the year they graduated.

Starr Gazing

Shelby Foster, Katie Linkner, Annika Pepper, and Alyson Phinney
May 24, 2019
Junior goalie Karlee Jenks surveys the Lady Paladin offense. Jenks acted as a brick wall for Starr’s Mill, only allowing two goals on the night. Her stellar play helped the Lady Panthers make their second consecutive A-AAAAA GHSA State Championship game.

[Photo] Ready for revenge

Rilee Stapleton, Editor-in-Chief
May 17, 2019
week of may 13

[Photo] Headlines to finish off the year

Mary Jane Gagliano, Simone Bates, Addie Ellison, and James Hindy
May 17, 2019
The world is full of stories, but none more important than the stories of our lives. Live the narrative you create for yourself, not the one people create for you.

[Photo] Tell a real story

Ian Fertig, A&E Editor
May 16, 2019
Teacher Barbara Thornton has been teaching at the Mill since the day it opened. Having taught a wide variety of subjects and touching a lot of students hearts, Thornton appreciates the memories she’s made and looks forward to spending more time with her family in retirement.

[Photo] Saying farewell to teacher Barbara Thornton

Emily Davis, Staff Writer
May 20, 2019
Last year I realized that straightening my hair is another form of oppression, so I decided to experience what it was like to only wear my hair naturally for a year. As a result of this, I was able to connect with myself and identify the kind of person I am.

[Photo] Becoming naturally me

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
May 15, 2019
Senior Alyssa Angelo battles a pack of Lady Wolves for possession. The Lady Panthers started slow, but they closed the first half on an 8-1 run that carried them to a 21-11 victory. With the win, Starr’s Mill advanced to the Final Four of the GHSA State Playoffs.

[Photo] Starr’s Mill sends Wolves packing

Rilee Stapleton, Editor-in-Chief
May 12, 2019
week of may 6

[Photo] Loud headlines interrupt quiet week

Jacob Hunt, Hayeon Choi, Addie Ellison, Mary Jane Gagliano, and James Hindy
May 11, 2019
Head coach Brent Moseley talks with senior Brian Port and junior Beau Gardner at the mound during game three. In a series-determining game, the Panthers were unable to pick up the win, bringing an end to their season in the second round of the state playoffs despite winning a third straight region title.

[Photo] A tale of two nights

Ty Odom, Staff Writer
May 8, 2019
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[Photo] Coach’s Corner

The Prowler Staff
May 8, 2019
KIC week of april 29

[Photo] April showers bring May headlines

Jacob Hunt, Hayeon Choi, Addie Ellison, Mary Jane Gagliano, James Hindy, and Valen Yeager
May 3, 2019
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[Photo] Ryan Shanahan

Jenna Sanders, Sports Editor
May 3, 2019
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[Photo] Coach’s Corner

Rilee Stapleton, Editor-in-Chief
May 3, 2019
In this op-ed column, Staff Writer Nick Hardin shares his thoughts and general perspective on various topics. Feel free to comment at the end.

[Photo] So I was thinking…

Nick Hardin, Staff Writer
May 2, 2019
Seniors Jalen Lazenby, Harrison Fultz, Nick Nyman, and Mitchell Harris pose for a photo with the trophy from the Region 3-AAAAA boys’ track championship. Starr’s Mill earned 146 points for boys, Whitewater placed second with 108 points, and McIntosh placed third with 73 points.

Track and field sweeps region championships

Shelby Foster, Katie Linkner, and Annika Pepper
May 1, 2019
April 24, 2019 - Trophies and medals lay on a table during the Region 3-AAAAA track meet.

Starr Gazing

Shelby Foster, Katie Linkner, Annika Pepper, and Alyson Phinney
May 1, 2019
Panther player fends off a Chief defender while looking for a teammate to pass to. The Panthers balanced offensive attack proved to be too much for McIntosh, and the Mill defeated their rival 15-7. The win improved their record to 9-5 on the season. However, they lost the following two games, resulting in a 9-7 regular season record.

[Photo] Strong second half sends Panthers home victorious

Rilee Stapleton, Editor-in-Chief
April 30, 2019
Sophomore Daniel Courtney pitches against the Gators. Courtney pitched a complete game and threw five strikeouts in the 3-2 victory in game two. He also went four for four at the plate.

[Photo] Pitching powers Panthers past Gators

Ben Barkley, Staff Writer
April 29, 2019
The History Bowl Team is off to nationals this weekend after months of preparation, including the History Bowl Smackdown on April 12. The team still needs more help though, and you can do so by donating to the team directly.

[Photo] Help fund historic trip to nationals

Jacob Hunt, News Editor
April 23, 2019
Seniors Jordan Botte (left) and Rhett Perry (right) answer questions during the History Bowl Smackdown. The students defeated their teachers after being behind at halftime. The social studies department hosted the event to help pay for the History Bowl team’s trip to nationals.

[Photo] ‘Thrilla at the Milla’ true to its name

Mary Jane Gagliano, Staff Writer
April 20, 2019
KIC week of april 15

[Photo] Fiery week ends with a splash

Jacob Hunt, Hayeon Choi, Addie Ellison, Mary Jane Gagliano, and James Hindy
April 19, 2019
Senior Panther Jacob Zellen defends junior War Eagle James Mayfield. Mayfield scored four times against the Mill and led Woodward to their 10th win of the season. The War Eagles are now 3-0 in the area and have clinched a No. 1 seed in the state tournament.

[Photo] Missed opportunities kill Panther comeback

Rilee Stapleton, Editor-in-Chief
April 15, 2019
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Mission trip takes students to Guatemala for Spring Break

Shelby Foster, Photography Editor
April 13, 2019
week of april 8

[Photo] Negative news starts April

Jacob Hunt, Saijleen Chawla, Hayeon Choi, Addie Ellison, and James Hindy
April 12, 2019
Senior Bree St. Julian and sophomore Allie Walker carry the first place trophy. Track and field competes again this weekend at the McEachern Invitational.

Starrs shine bright under Friday Night Lights

Shelby Foster, Katie Linkner, Annika Pepper, and Alyson Phinney
April 12, 2019
Last year, Starr’s Mill applied for permission to give out the International Skills Diploma Seal to students who completed the international education curriculum. All five schools in Fayette County give out the seal. This year, five seniors from the Mill earned the distinction and will be recognized at Honors Night.

[Photo] Five students earn International Skills Diploma Seal

Hayeon Choi, Staff Writer
April 11, 2019
March 19, 2019 - Senior Sean Nima hypes up his team before their match against McIntosh. The boys’ tennis team fell to the Chiefs 4-1 while the Lady Panthers defeated McIntosh 3-2.

Starr Gazing

Shelby Foster, Katie Linkner, Annika Pepper, and Alyson Phinney
April 1, 2019
Cast of “Back to the ‘80s” react to the long-awaited results of the Shuler Hensley Awards. The production failed to place in the nominations, but their reaction quickly turned to determination as the students look forward to next year.

[Photo] ‘Back to the ‘80s’ falls short of repeat Shuler success

Valen Yeager, Staff Writer
March 29, 2019
KIC week of march 25

[Photo] Stories to bring in spring… break

March 29, 2019
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[Photo] Coach’s Corner

Rilee Stapleton, Staff Writer
March 27, 2019
The class of 2019 is doing big things even as the year comes to an end. With prom, college acceptances, and class voting, the end looks bright for the senior class.

[Photo] It’s March, back to Senior Walk

Jacob Hunt, News Editor
March 26, 2019
Junior Ryanne King sprints past Gladiator defenders. King did all she could for the Mill, scoring six of their nine goals. She has played a huge role in the offense’s 102 goals scored this year.

[Photo] Gladiators win duel in Panther Stadium

Rilee Stapleton, Editor-in-Chief
March 19, 2019
Feb. 14, 2019 - Valentine’s day cookies lay on a table along with candles and flowers.

Starr Gazing

Shelby Foster, Katie Linkner, Annika Pepper, and Alyson Phinney
March 2, 2019
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