(Courtesy/Wikimedia Commons) You would think, with a cast including Winona Ryder, Jenna Ortega, Michael Keaton, and Tim Burton serving as director, that Beetlejuice Beetlejuice would be a guaranteed pop culture phenomenon–a spooky Barbie in popularity. But, surprisingly, it is not.  With Winona Ryder and Tim Burton reprising their involvement in the newest sequel of Beetlejuice, it is…

(Courtesy/Wikimedia Commons) A small, rectangular screen, dinging constantly, has invaded society as we know it. The need to check for texts, notifications, and updates has made cell phones a necessity, something we can’t go a day without. But when does the harm of this technology overshadow its convenience? We shouldn’t be walking around school—a place…

(Courtesy/Civic Leaders of America) On August 1, Junior State of America (JSA) announced an end to its 90-year legacy of leadership, civic engagement, and student political involvement in a public statement, citing a lack of funding and a declining rate of new members joining the organization as the cause.  This decision to close was news…

Academy’s offensive line (Courtesy/Alex L.) The Vikings prevailed in their conquest to remain undefeated following the annual Charlie David Dinner on Friday, September 8, tallying another home win against the Newark Catholic Green Wave 35-14. Newark Catholic started off hot as its quarterback Miller H. led with an 80-yard touchdown march on the first possession,…

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.…

Haidi S. (Courtesy/ Sunil S.) On Wednesday, September 4, the Vikings hosted Whitehall in a 7 p.m. contest. Academy got off to a fast start and didn’t look back, totaling 13 goals in their shutout against the Rams. Senior Haidi S. led the Vikings with three goals, and Carolina M. and Addison M. each added…

(Courtesy/Yenny T.) written by Katie N. The girls tennis team won its three matches against CSG away on Tuesday September 3, Olentangy Orange home on Wednesday, September 4, and Grandview home on Thursday, September 5, continuing the Vikings 7-win streak.  In their intense match against CSG, the Vikes triumphed over the Unicorns 3-2. Tamanna A.…

Jaxon. C (Courtesy/@academyvikingsoninstagram) written by Caroline M. On Wednesday, September 4, boys golf traveled to Royal American Links to face Big Walnut. Both teams excelled, making the match close, but the Vikes fell two strokes behind the Eagles. Alex S. led with a 35, followed by Jaxon C.’s 40. Sarthak A. and Krish B. both…

Eva L. (Courtesy/Ms. Wilson) The girls golf team was back again this week, competing in two matches. On Thursday, September 5, the team traveled to Raymond Memorial where it secured a dominant victory over Bishop Ready, led by Eva L. with a 37 and Caroline Z. with a 38. Following closely were Claire Z. with…

Grace E. (Courtesy/@academyvikingsoninstagram) On Tuesday, September 3, the girls volleyball team faced off against the Grandview Aces for an in conference matchup, hosted in the Mack. The Vikes came out swinging to start the game, winning the first set 25-13, as the Aces were no matchup for the Vikings as they continued dominating and winning…