Marvelous moments: The best shots from the varsity volleyball season
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Marvelous moments: The best shots from the varsity volleyball season

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Jack Grimison, Opinion Editor
November 19, 2025

The girls varsity volleyball team stands at the No. 3 team in the district, just behind Holy Trinity and Edgewood. The team ended the season with a win record of 9-11, securing a third-place finish at districts.

Two players ranked in the top three of a stat category in the district. Senior Sela Horgan has the most blocks of girls in the district, with a total of 56. Meanwhile, senior Keira Lee has a record of 432 assists in her team career, ranking her third in the district for assists.

More stats can be found on MaxPreps.com.

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Seniors Tala Rukab (front) and Violet Castillo sprint out of a human tunnel formed by the junior varsity team before a 3-1 win against Melbourne on Aug. 29. “Running through the tunnel always gets me fired up to play with my team,” said Rukab, a team captain who plays middle blocker. “Beating Melbourne showed we can compete against aggressive teams.” The win marked Wildcat volleyball’s first victory over Melbourne since 2014.
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With her family and Coach Derek Hamilton (third from left) by her side, senior Emily Marshall (fourth from left) celebrates as she walks down the basketball court before the girls basketball Senior Night game versus Odyssey Charter School on Jan. 28. "My senior night being my last regular season game felt so crazy," Marshall said. "Senior Night really made all the sacrifices and hardships I went through to keep playing basketball feel worth it, and I'm grateful for my team making it so special."
Posterized
With under two minutes left in the game, assistant coach Mike Iorio and head coach Jenny Pazderak (front) stand on the sidelines of the girls varsity soccer match against MCC on Nov. 7. The girls took home the win 3-1.
For the win
Preparing to take on MCC, the boys varsity soccer team listens to senior and captain Luke Markos' pep talk on Nov. 7. The team defeated MCC 3-1.
Girls and boys soccer win homecoming games
The senior class celebrates after winning powder-puff on Oct. 17. “The seniors had some great spirit on the field both cheering and playing," senior Tristan McLaughlin said. "It was extremely fun producing an amazing dance and excellent chants. The victory was great and felt like a great redemption game for last year.”
Seniors defeat juniors in powder-puff
Senior Violet Castillo paints her parking spot on Sept. 7.
Seniors paint their parking spots
The senior class celebrates after winning powder-puff on Oct. 17. “The seniors had some great spirit on the field both cheering and playing," senior Tristan McLaughlin said. "It was extremely fun producing an amazing dance and excellent chants. The victory was great and felt like a great redemption game for last year.”
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Practicing at the Hoover tennis courts on Jan. 20, senior Giorgio Rotolo works on his forehand before his next match.
Order on the court
Tightening his running hat, Assistant Principal Glenn Webb prepares for a 20-mile long run after a 12-hour work day on Wildcat Alley on Feb. 4. Webb progressed through his training plan to prepare him for the Heath First Florida Marathon Weekend Half Marathon on Feb. 8, and a full marathon in the near future.
Mind over matter
Posing before the music starts, eighth grader Julianne Dattoli stands ready to perform her pre-juvenile free skate at the Paradise Coast Classic on June 7.
Life on the ice
Girls soccer crowned district champions
Girls soccer crowned district champions
The top five varsity varsity runners charge through a pool of standing water during the first mile of the Savannah and David Mohney Memorial Invitational on Sept. 13. The team captured second place in the meet with a score of 61.
Miles ahead
Principal Burt Clark (left) pitches against Charleston Southern as a junior at UCF in 2003.
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About the Contributors
Jack Grimison
Jack Grimison, Opinion Editor
Hi, I’m Jack, but a lot of people call me Grim. I’m a senior, and this is my third year on “Roar” staff and my second year as the opinion editor. I love writing about topics that I’m passionate about, whether it’s sports, politics or general happenings around the county. I also love running, and I am a captain for the cross country and track teams. I’m super excited for everything in store for this year!
Drew Newlin
Drew Newlin, Sports Editor & Multimedia Producer
What’s up! I’m Drew, and I am the sports editor and multimedia producer for our program. I just want to get a few things straight: my takes are always better than Grim’s, and the Jags are going to the Super Bowl. Say hi if you see me around, and I’m always up for some sports banter. Cheers.