Charlie P. (Patrick W./Staff) The football team hosted Franklin Heights for its Senior Night and Alumni Weekend On Friday, October 3. Franklin Heights kicked the ball off to start the game, and Academy quickly pushed into the red zone. The Falcons defense responded, snagging an interception but struggled to get the momentum rolling on offense…

Parker S. courtesy Patrick W. On Friday, September 26, the football team traveled to Bexley to face the Lions.  Bexley started with the ball but struggled to get things going on offense. In contrast, the Vikings capitalized on their first possession with Michael T. tossing a pass to Gabe D-R. for a touchdown. The Lions…

Gabe D-R. (Courtesy/Caflickr) On Friday, September 16, the football team hosted Worthington Christian for Homecoming Weekend.  The Vikings started with the ball and quickly advanced it down the field, and finished off its possession with Parker S. running the ball in for a 15-yard rushing touchdown. The Warriors gained possession but failed to get into…

Michael T. (@academyvikings on instagram) On Friday, September 12, the football team traveled two hours to Dover to face the Crimson Tornados. Both teams took beatings in last week’s games and were hungry for a win. Academy kicked the ball off to start the game but quickly took back possession with a fumble. On offense,…

Charles R. (Courtesy/CA Flickr)  On Monday, May 12, the boys lacrosse team ended its regular season hosting Grove City for Senior Night. The Vikings dominated to start the game, outscoring the Greyhounds 4-0 in the first quarter. Grove City bounced back in the second quarter, tallying three goals while Academy went scoreless. Post halftime, the…

Photo Will B. Courtesy CA Flickr On Tuesday, May 6, the boys lacrosse team traveled to Bexley. The Lions dominated in the first quarter, outscoring the Vikings 7-1. This theme continued throughout the game and as a result, Academy lost 4-13.  Looking to redeem themselves, the boys headed to Desales on Friday, May 9. The Vikings…

(Gavin S./ Courtesy CA Flickr) On Wednesday, April 30, the boys lacrosse team hosted Jonathan Alder. The Vikings and Pioneers went back and forth, exchanging goals throughout the first half, with the first quarter ending 2-2 and the second quarter ending 3-3. Post halftime, Academy stole the lead, outscoring the Pioneers 2-1 in the third…

Drew N. (Courtesy/CA Flickr) On Tuesday, April 22, the boys lacrosse team faced off against Licking Valley on Carlin. The Vikings came out strong in the first half, outsourcing the Panthers 7-3 in the first quarter and 8-1 in the second. Post halftime, Academy’s defense weakened and its offense began to let off the gas,…

Graham J. (Courtesy/ CA Flickr) On Tuesday, April 15, the boys lacrosse team hosted Granville for its first game of the week. The Vikings and Aces were neck and neck to start the game with quarter one ending 2-2. Both teams exchanged goals, but Granville pulled ahead by one goal going into halftime. Academy began…

(Courtesy/ @columbusacademyinstagram) On Tuesday, April 8, Academy Alumnus, Ryan Vessler’01, founder and CEO of clothing brand, Homage, came to speak to a group of over 100 students. Mr. Wuorinen, who taught Vessler when he was a student here, led the interview. The pair walked in wearing each other’s clothing, setting the upbeat tone for the…