Matthew Sluka carries the ball for Holy Cross before transferring to UNLV. (Wikimedia) The University of Nevada Las Vegas’s quarterback ,Matthew Sluka, who led the Rebels to their first AP Top 25 appearance ever, announced on September 25 that he was electing to sit out the rest of the season due to NIL disputes with the…

(Courtesy/@academyvikings instagram) Field hockey has been eliminated from the playoffs at the hands of Thomas Worthington, who beat the Vikes 3-0 in regional finals on Saturday, October 26, at Liberty Field. It was a slow day for the Vikes, who struggled to handle the Cardinals offensive pressure. Yet, Academy has had a stellar season, going…

(Courtesy/@academyvikings instagram) Field hockey began its postseason on Wednesday, October 16, against Dublin Jerome. The Vikings enjoyed a stellar regular season, going 15-1-2 en route to a shared conference title with Bishop Watterson.  The Vikings made easy work of the Celtics, winning 5-0 with goals from Caroline A., Bradyn C., Kendall O., Alicia L., and…

(Courtesy/@academyvikingsinstagram) Field hockey finished its regular season this week, with a tie against Watterson and a victory against Olentangy Liberty. The Vikes ended the season with a 15-1-2 record, including going 7-0-1 in conference play. This ties them with Watterson for first place in the Central Ohio- Eastern Division. The Vikes lone loss came against…

Caroline M. and Patrick W./Staff On September 13, Columbus Academy’s Fine Arts department welcomed the Loyal exhibition for its annual fall showcase. The exhibition includes 37 photographs that use landscape to depict familial and friend relationships. Since its opening in fall 2016, the Morris Hall Gallery showcases student art and work from outside artists to…

Kendall O. (Courtesy/@academyvikings instagram) Field hockey had a light week, with just one match-up against New Albany, at home. The Vikings took care of business, beating the Eagles 2-1. The Vikes first goal came from a quick shot by Katie N. to beat the halftime buzzer. They found the net again in the second half…

Senior Night ceremony (Courtesy/@academyvikings instagram) Field Hockey had a busy week, going 3-0 and advancing to 13-1-1 on the year. The team began the week honoring its 13 seniors with a pre-game ceremony, followed by Raising Canes catering after their win against CSG, beating them 6-0.  A few days later, the team had its annual…

Katie V. (Courtesy/@academyvikingsinstagram) Field hockey had a stellar week, winning two games and tying another. Academy is now 10-1-1 on the year, including 5-0 in conference play.  The Vikes began the week with an easy matchup against Lancaster High School. The team won 5-0, with goals from Bebe S., Alicia L., Maren S., Molly F.,…

(Courtesy/@academyvikings instagram) Field Hockey went 1-1 on the week, with a victory against Granville at home followed by a close loss to Upper Arlington on Wednesday. Its Saturday home matchup vs Olentangy Liberty was canceled due to a lack of available players. The Vikes started the week out strong on Monday, September 9, with a…

Alicia L (Courtesy/@academyvikingsinstagram) Field hockey continued its unbeaten streak last week, with convincing wins against Dublin Coffman and Bexley. The Vikes, now 8-0 on the season, have outscored their opponents by a combined 33-4 thus far.  The Vikes started the week on Tuesday, September 3, with yet another home game, their fifth in a row.…