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The CavChron

The student news site of Hollis Brookline High School

The CavChron

The student news site of Hollis Brookline High School

The CavChron

The 2024 Girls Varsity Volleyball Team pictured on the bleachers. They all smile showing their love for the sport and upcoming season. They had a great season, making it to the Semi-Finals and winning the NHVCA Award for the 25th year in a row. (Photo courtesy of Hollis Brookline High School)

And the Award Goes to: HBHS Girls Varsity Volleyball

Kali Walton, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

For the past twenty-five years, the Hollis Brookline Girls Varsity Volleyball Team has received the New Hampshire Volleyball Club Association (NHVCA), also known as the Team Academic Award. This award...

Nyah Jernberg and her mom after signing her commitment papers to Wagner College. Jernberg will spend the next four years playing Division 1 field hockey. “I feel very grateful to have a mom who played field hockey who coaches me and knows so much about the sport, and I’m really happy we made it as far as we possibly could our senior year,” said Jernberg.

All Gas, No Breaks: Nyah Jernberg Commits D1 for Field Hockey Following Championship Win

Summer Leavitt, Co-Editor-In-Chief November 19, 2024

Following a successful four years on the Hollis Brookline High School Field Hockey Team, senior captain Nyah Jernberg committed to play Division 1 field hockey for Wagner College to continue her athletic...

The team picture of the Hollis Brookline High School Football team at the beginning of the 2024 season. (Photo courtesy of Hollis Brookline High School)

Tough Times In The Swamp at Hollis Brookline High School

Thomas Watrous, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

Football is more than just a game; it tests endurance, commitment, and teamwork. This year, players Taggart Patton ‘25, Ryan Sutton ‘26 and Winston Feeney ‘26 reflected on the season's ups and downs,...

Defensive player Kiera King ‘25 moves the ball back up the field to keep Hollis Brookline in possession of the ball during their 2024 New Hampshire Division II State Championship game against Bow. The Cavaliers ended up winning 1-0 with Marleigh Kreick ‘26 scoring the game-winning point. “They’ll still do pretty good next year because they still have a lot of great players and great talent,” said King. (Photo courtesy of Brynn Spencer)

Back-To-Back Champs: Girl’s Soccer Team Eyes a Three-peat

Summer Leavitt, Co-Editor-In-Chief November 13, 2024

The Hollis Brookline Cavaliers Girl’s Varsity Soccer Team are back-to-back New Hampshire Division II champions. After going undefeated in the 2023 season, the Cavaliers quickly got to work when the new...

Hollis Brookline High School Varsity Soccer celebrated beating Milford four to one last year. (Photo courtesy of Gerald Finnegan)

Hollis Brookline High School Soccer Team Enters a New Era with Stricter Fitness Standards

Thomas Watrous, Staff Writer October 24, 2024

In 2024, the Hollis Brookline High School (HBHS) Varsity Soccer team is undergoing pretty significant changes. A new coach who focuses on physical conditioning has been introduced. The team has introduced...

The Hollis Brookline High School Junior-Varsity Football team plays against John Stark. (Photo courtesy of the Hollis Brookline Athletic Booster Club)

The Rising Stars Of The Junior-Varsity Football Team At Hollis Brookline High School

Niko Escobar, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

The 2019 state champions, Hollis Brookline High School, have been struggling in the football scene over the past few seasons. After their 2019 championship win, the team faced adversity during the 2020...

Local convenience store’s stock of energy drinks is low after school begins. Red Bull is one of the many popular energy drinks distributed to student-athletes. One of Hollis Brookline’s many student-athletes drinks, “one or two a day,” said Sabrina Hill ‘25. (aimee rivers, CC BY 2.0, via Flickr)

Energy Drinks: Do They Help or Hinder Performance?

Sarah Gillespie, Staff Writer October 18, 2024

Red Bull, Celsius and Alani are all highly popular names in the energy drink world. Energy drinks are a common and usually overlooked trend in high schools is the consumption of energy drinks. Most popularly,...

Caption: Brynn Spencer, number 18, is the anchor for Hollis Brookline’s defense. Spencer’s placement on the team is non-negotiable. “She’s always telling everyone to keep up the spirits, do good, work hard, and you can always hear her voice on the field positively directing people, telling people where to go, and doing it correctly,” said Marchant. 

Trading Goggles for Sticks: Brynn Spencer’s Transition from Swimming to Field Hockey

Summer Leavitt, Co-Editor-In-Chief October 16, 2024

Trying something new can be a difficult mental battle to overcome, especially when participating in a sport you have no previous experience in. Brynn Spencer ‘25 decided to take on this daunting task...

Spartans players at the Milford High School field about to begin next offensive play. Athletes will rally tonight at Hollis-Brookline to fight for a win. “A captain has to set the tone, show the other guys what they have to do. Everyone's looking at them,” Tessier ‘25 said.

Cavaliers and Spartans Face-Off

Summer Leavitt, Co-Editor-In-Chief September 20, 2024

Last year, during the 2023 season, the Hollis-Brookline Varsity Boys Football team lost their game against Milford High School by a score of 12-41. The two teams will square off again on September 20 at...

Kate Berrigan ‘25 poses with her fellow players of the Hollis Brookline High School Girls Tennis Team. After choosing to play tennis again, Berrigan has found a vibrant community.

Playing a Sport Six Years Later: Kate Berrigan Finds a Community

Mason Marshall, Arts & Entertainment Editor May 2, 2024

Snow melting, changing to rain. New Hampshire freezes in time, waiting for the beds of colorful flowers to replace the once sparkly blanket of snow. Jackets are thrown in the back of the closet, while...

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