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
Page Barksdale

Page Barksdale, Staff Writer

Junior

1st year with The Prowler 

 

I really love writing and taking photos. Even though this is my first year on The Prowler, it is also my second year on The Pride, the Starr’s Mill yearbook. I love Taylor Swift, coffee, swimming, and murder mystery novels.

All content by Page Barksdale

[Video] Sports Update

Crista Alarcon, Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2024

[Video] Sports Update

Crista Alarcon, Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2024

[Video] Coach’s Corner

Crista Alarcon, Editor-in-Chief
September 5, 2024

[Video] Just Kleining Around

Crista Alarcon, Editor
May 24, 2024
After 25 years at Starr’s Mill, audio video tech teacher and yearbook advisor Pat Coleman is retiring. Coleman has been advising the yearbook class for many of her years at Starr’s Mill and helped oversee the expansion of the audio video tech program.

Signing off, Patt Coleman

Page Barksdale, Staff Writer
May 22, 2024
“decode” by Sabrina Carpenter divulges into trying to understand and save a failing relationship. This song is off Carpenter's fifth album, “emails i can’t send,” and came out in 2022.

Quick Hit with Page Barksdale

Page Barksdale, Staff Writer
May 20, 2024

[Video] Coach’s Corner

Crista Alarcon, Editor
May 8, 2024
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[Photo] All three PBIS values on display in April

Jessica Doyle, Staff Writer
May 3, 2024
Panther Perspectives

Panther Perspectives

Page Barksdale, Ella Bissonnette, Caroline Drez, and Jenson Mahr
May 2, 2024
Freshman Olivia Irwin finished 15th out of 15 long jumpers. She marked 13-07.50.

Both track and field teams win region, advance to state

Page Barksdale, Jenson Mahr, and Madeline Therriault
April 30, 2024
Coffee is the fourth most consumed beverage in the world, meaning many people go to their local coffee shops to get their morning fix. Staff Writers Page Barksdale and Jessica Doyle argue whether Dunkin’ or Starbucks is better.

Head 2 Head

Page Barksdale and Jessica Doyle
April 25, 2024
The courtyard and outside eating area will be removed to clear space for an auxiliary gym. The awning outside the gym will become an enclosed hallway. This project is set to be finished by the end of 2025.

[Photo] Change is the new constant along Panther Path

Crista Alarcon, Editor
April 24, 2024
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[Photo] Why teachers teach: English department

Katie Johnson, Editor
April 22, 2024
Sophomore Antonella Diaz rounds her last lap during the 1600 meter race. She ran the mile in 6 minutes, 53 seconds and finished 15th.

One last lap before region

Page Barksdale, Staff Writer
April 19, 2024
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[Photo] Why teachers teach: Social studies department

Katie Johnson, Editor
April 19, 2024
Senior Blake Necessary clears the pole on his final attempt of the vault. Necessary placed fifth out of 10 pole vaulters.

Track teams place in top 10 at Friday Night Lights

Page Barksdale and Jenson Mahr
April 15, 2024
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[Photo] Miscellaneous

Ella Bissonnette and Clio Long
April 12, 2024

[Video] Sports Update

Crista Alarcon, Editor
April 11, 2024

[Video] Coach’s Corner

Mateya Petrova, Staff Writer
April 10, 2024
Spanish teacher Laura Alldredge's favorite song recently is “Find Your People'' by Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors. This song was released in 2023 and communicates the message of finding people that love you for who you are.

Panther Tracks

Page Barksdale, Staff Writer
April 9, 2024

Real Talk

Crista Alarcon and Page Barksdale
March 28, 2024

[Video] Coach’s Corner

Crista Alarcon, Editor
March 20, 2024
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[Photo] Miscellaneous

Ella Bissonnette and Clio Long
March 22, 2024

[Video] Sports Update

Jae Ardoin, Staff Writer
March 5, 2024

Pinch of Positivity

Page Barksdale, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
“The Love Club” by Lorde highlights the complex feelings involving exclusivity and longing for freedom as a young person navigating so many emotions. This song is off of Lorde’s 2013 EP “The Love Club.”

Quick Hit with Page Barksdale

Page Barksdale, Staff Writer
February 26, 2024
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[Photo] Miscellaneous

Ella Bissonnette and Clio Long
February 16, 2024
With the addition of a 9th grade girls basketball team, the program is focused on youth and experience. The team merged into the JV program by the end of the season due to injuries and a lack of opponents.

[Photo] Early end for brand new team

February 12, 2024

[Video] Pantherettes preparing to defend state title

Mateya Petrova, Staff Writer
February 7, 2024
Junior Abby McSpadden’s favorite song recently is “Stick Season” by Noah Kahan. “Stick Season” was released as a single in 2022, covering the love and subsequent heartbreak of singer-songwriter Noah Kahan.

Panther Tracks

Page Barksdale, Staff Writer
February 6, 2024
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[Photo] Miscellaneous

Ella Bissonnette and Clio Long
February 9, 2024

[Video] Sports Update

Crista Alarcon, Editor
January 25, 2024

[Video] Coach’s Corner

Jae Ardoin, Staff Writer
January 24, 2024
Junior Claire Martinez has recently been listening to “Missed Call” by Treaty Oak Revival. This country song highlights the heartbreak of a man who just wants to be more than a missed call.

Panther Tracks

Page Barksdale, Staff Writer
January 23, 2024
There is currently a cap on the amount of Advanced Placement classes students can take. Removing the cap allows for students to reach their full potential and truly flourish in academics. However, keeping the limit maintains student mental health while allowing them to take classes based on their interests.

Head 2 Head

Page Barksdale and Chloe Fitzsimmons
January 19, 2024

[Video] Coach’s Corner

Micah Freeman, Editor-in-Chief
January 18, 2024
“The Little Mermaid: Live Action,” directed by Rob Marshall, takes place under the sea, following the life of Ariel and her companions.

Panther Flix

Page Barksdale, Staff Writer
December 1, 2023
Junior William Robinson attempts a free throw. Following a slow first half, the Panthers defeated Locust Grove, 50-37.

[Photo] Varsity boys basketball start season with 50-37 win

Micah Freeman, Editor-in-Chief
November 29, 2023
Head 2 Head

Head 2 Head

Crista Alarcon and Page Barksdale
November 28, 2023
“Reckless Driving” by Lizzy McAlpine featuring Ben Kessler exposes the opposing viewpoints of a relationship through a clever driving analogy. This song is off of Lizzy McAlpine’s second album, “five seconds flat,” released in 2022.

Quick Hit with Page Barksdale

Page Barksdale, Staff Writer
November 6, 2023

[Video] Coach’s Corner

Jae Ardoin, Staff Writer
October 30, 2023
Senior Kari Smith leaps to hit a kill. Starr’s Mill volleyball defeated Baldwin 3-0 to advance to the AAAA quarterfinals. The Panthers will face Pace Academy in the Elite 8 for the second year in a row.

[Photo] Volleyball pushes into AAAA quarterfinals after defeating Baldwin

Micah Freeman, Editor-in-Chief
October 24, 2023
Sophomore Kate Ryan serves the ball. Starr’s Mill defeated Fayette County 3-1, capping an undefeated regular season region record for the Panthers.

[Photo] Starr’s Mill ends season with 3-1 win over Fayette, ends region play undefeated

Micah Freeman, Editor-in-Chief
October 14, 2023
Panther Perspectives

Panther Perspectives

Caroline Drez, Crista Alarcon, Page Barksdale, and Adaleigh Weber
September 29, 2023
“Out of Tune” by The Backseat Lovers tells the story of lead singer Joshua Harmon discovering his love for music through his relationship with a girl. This song is off of The Backseat Lovers’ EP “Elevator Days,” which was released in 2018.

Quick Hit with Page Barksdale

Page Barksdale, Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
Junior Delani Gatson is listening to “False God” by Taylor Swift. The song is a slow love song about a relationship that could work if the couple tries.

[Photo] Panther Tracks

Micah Freeman, Editor-in-Chief
September 12, 2023

[Video] Coach’s Corner

Mateya Petrova, Staff Writer
September 7, 2023
English teacher Shad Genovese has been listening to “All Joy, No Stress” by Rhett Walker featuring Tedashii. It is a motivational song set to inspire its listeners to not stress over everyday difficulties.

Panther Tracks

Page Barksdale, Staff Writer
August 31, 2023
Clear summer skies over the football field. With near-record high temperatures expected later this week, school officials have delayed the start of Friday night’s football game in accordance with GHSA rules. Starr’s Mill hosts Northgate at 8 p.m. in Panther Stadium.

[Photo] Excessive heat to delay Friday night kickoff

Clio Long, Staff Writer
August 24, 2023
Senior Lyric Stevens has recently been listening to “You’re Gonna Go Far” by Noah Kahan. This song tells the story of a high school graduate who is always welcome back home to his parents.

Panther Tracks

Page Barksdale, Staff Writer
August 18, 2023

[Video] Coach’s Corner

Jessica Doyle, Staff Writer
August 16, 2023
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