(Wikimedia Commons) The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho, details the journey of Andalusian shepherd Santiago. After having recurring dreams, Santiago consults a fortune teller who tells him that his dreams are a prophecy of him finding treasure at the Egyptian pyramids. Later, an old man tells him he must find his “personal legend.” The shepherd then…

(Courtesy/Lance H.) On Tuesday, February 1, Academy’s varsity boys bowling team came up short in a defeat against Whitehall Yearling. CA scored 1732 to Whitehall’s 2428 after two games. In game 1, Jacob M. led the team with 180 points, followed by Colin H., Kian J., Zecheriah K., and Ryan R., with 109, 104, 134,…

Xander H. sprints (Julia DeVore/News) On Saturday, February 5, four members of the boys swim team travelled to St. Charles to compete at JV Champs. and amassed 45 points, earning a 4th out of 6 teams win behind St. Charles, Bishop Hartley, and Bexley. In the 50 free, Andy L., Alek B., and Matt T.…

(Vaanika J./Media) On Tuesday, February 1, the Vikings defended its previous victory against Whitehall, winning 52-36. Tanner Compton and Kevin Reeves led the Vikings in points with 10 and 17 respectively.  On Saturday, February 5, the team clinched another win in the Mack against Wellington. The game was fast-paced and evenly-matched, with the score tied…

(Henry R. /Media) Wrestling had a calm past week, giving the team a chance to relax and recover. Its only match was on Wednesday, January 26 against Hamilton Township. Though what looked to be a close call, the Vikes pulled through and won 38-36.

(Ella M./Media) On Friday, January 28, the Vikes faced off against Bishop Watterson at the Taft Coliseum. Goals from Jake C. and Max W.(who also logged three assists), and AJ B (2 two goals) sealed a 4-2 victory against the Eagles. Then, on Saturday, January 29, Academy matched up with Thomas Worthington, losing 14-2 at…

On Tuesday, January 18, the girls basketball team played Grandview at home and won 44-26. Our leading scorers were Sophie S. (12 ), Claudia W. (8) , and Katie J. ( 6 )points. The team finished the week at Buckeye Valley on Saturday, January 22, with a 36-26 win, bringing their record to an impressive 10-5.…

(Liesel G./Media) On Tuesday, January 25, the Vikings continued its winning streak, beating Grandview Heights 60-55. Tanner C. and Kevin R. were the leaders in points, with 22 and 10 respectively.  The Vikings lost a close game on Saturday, January 29, against Buckeye Valley. The contest stayed neck-and-neck until the end, with the Vikings trailing by…

(Julia DeVore/Staff) As the end of the swim season is approaching, the girls team is preparing for sectionals on Saturday, February 12. The team  celebrated its seniors on Tuesday, January 25, and finished with a win against DeSales.

( Matt T./Julia DeV./News) On Tuesday, January 25, the AquaVikes hosted DeSales for Senior Night and obtained an 111 to 59 victory, with a gold and a bronze in the 200 medley relay–followed by a 1st place finish by William H. in the 200 free. Luke B. and Mircea B. netted 2nd and 3rd in…