Orchestra’s Concert. (Regan Cornelius’21/Staff) This year’s Orchestra Concert was bittersweet, as five departing seniors were recognized for their dedication to the arts. Beginning the concert on a strong note, Shreyah Mohanselvan played Felix Borowski’s “Adoration,” accompanied by Jeffrey Hobday’07. Next, the Upper School Contemporary Ensemble showcased its talent with “Allegro Giocoso” by Johannes Brahms and…

Concert Band. (Courtesy Andy Morris) Concert Band hosted its spring show on Tuesday, April 24. “Blaze the Trail,” a superior-rated piece that the band performed at the OMEA districts, was the opener. In a solo on the French horn, Sarah Morris’18 played “Concerto in Eb.” After “Fable,” an interactive “Argh! Disney Sing-Along” with the audience was…

Seniors Nick Robie, Yas Salon, and Louie Grant. (Riley Hennessey’20/Media staff) On the evening of April 27, Academy’s Jazz Band held its annual “All That Jazz” concert. The event was a showcase of hard work and talent, giving each individual member a chance to shine. As always, an array of desserts complemented the event. The…

Freshman Regan Cornelius bolts around the track. (Courtesy Kristin Sabgir) The Academy girls track team competed in two meets, one they hosted, and the other at Canal Winchester’s Invitational. As CA celebrated its seniors on Monday, April 23, the Vikes also competed in their first individual meet of the season. The girls posted a multitude…

Sophomore Andrew Swartz reels in a pass. (Courtesy of Ben Chiovaro) The CA boys lacrosse team hosted St. Charles on Monday, April 23, yet couldn’t build upon its recent success, losing 7-3. With the rainy conditions playing a factor, both offenses started slowly. The Vikings finally drew first blood on a goal from sophomore Charlie…

Junior Nick Rothmann throws out the runner at first. (Riley Hennessy’20/Media staff) It was another busy week on the diamond for the CA baseball squad, and the Vikes secured three victories in five games. The boys started off the week on Wednesday, April 25, as they traveled to Grandview Heights. Senior Matt Saling took the…

Mrs. Bening with Neena Baliga and Angel Watkins along with Shreya Mohanselvan, Nick Robie, Mrs. Eden and Ms. Stout celebrate a successful, enriching year of working together. (Riley Hennessey’20/Media staff) On Friday, April 27, both Service Board advisor, Mrs. Bening, and Student Council advisors, Mrs. Eden and Ms. Stout, gave heartfelt thanks to their devoted…

Senior Nick Robie leads the pack. (Chris Heermann’18/Media editor) The CA boys track team burst into the week with an exciting Senior Night on Monday, April 23. In the the Vikes first home meet, they raced against Centerburg and enjoyed low-stress events full of friendly competition. Academy transitioned to tougher contests on Friday, April 27,…

Kiersten Thomassey’20 weaves by defenders. (Riley Hennessy’20/Media staff) Looking to continue its hot streak with a pair of home wins, the Academy girls lacrosse team instead fell to both New Albany on Tuesday, April 24, and to DeSales on Thursday, April 26. The Vikes knew they would be tested from start to finish by New…

Sophomore Rhian Seneviratne tees up a serve. (Riley Hennessy’20/Media staff) Coming off an undefeated week, the Academy boys tennis team was eager to get back on the courts for four more matches. The Vikings were scheduled to square off against Hilliard Darby and Grandview Heights on Monday, April 23, and Tuesday, April 24, respectively. But…