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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

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...

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...

Cambria Jewett and her family celebrate her commitment to Boston University. Jewett will be participating in Divison I collegiate swimming at the school, where she will studying business. After a great swim season last year, “I really am so proud of her,” said Brynn Spencer a teammate of Jewett. (Photo courtesy of the HB Athletic Booster Club)

Cambria Jewett Committed to Boston University

Kirti Das, Staff Writer December 1, 2023

Cambria Jewett, class of ‘24, is an exceptional academic achiever and stellar swimmer who is embarking on her journey to go to Boston University. She has left her mark at Hollis Brookline as a swimmer...

Austyn Kump, winner of the first-ever NH individual girls state wrestling tournament.

Making History: Meet Austyn Kump, Girls Wrestling State Champion

Aiden C. Barker April 10, 2023

Austyn Kump, a senior at Hollis Brookline High School (HBHS), had never wrestled in her life. Sure, she had watched others wrestle for her own school and the occasional boxing scene in a Hollywood film,...

Velez leading HB to the end zone.

Jacob Velez: HB’s New Quarterback

Alex Willard, Staff Writer October 20, 2022

Going from a middle school football team to starting in high school is a significant change. The Hollis-Brookline football team lost their following year's quarterback to college, forcing them to look...

 The girls lacrosse team celebrates after Sweeney recorded her 100th career goal. The “countdown” was at 98 entering the game against Keene on May 9, but fans didn’t have to wait long for number 99 and 100. “The milestone came as a pleasant surprise,” said Sweeney.

Kelsey Sweeney reaches 100 goals

Kyle Simpson, Staff Writer May 20, 2019

Kelsey Sweeney ‘19 scored her 100th career varsity lacrosse goal during a game against Keene on May 9. Entering the game with 98 goals, the fan’s anticipation was high with the achievement in sight....

Dhruv Miglani ‘19 stands proudly in front of the score board at the end of his career boosting game. Miglani has a fantastic game with 19 points on the night. “I don’t think I’m ever going to forget hitting that shot,” said Miglani.

HB basketball star emerges and now all the girls are in love with him

Sofia Barassi, Sports Editor March 8, 2019

On Wednesday, March 6, the HBHS Boys Basketball team traveled to Pelham High School to play in the preliminary round of the NHIAA Division II tournament. Coached by Cole Etten, the team headed into this...

After retiring from gymnastics his freshman year, Scott Anneser ‘19 made the transition to wrestling. Just two years after picking up the sport, he is now one of the top wrestlers in the state. “It’s a long and tough season, but it’s all worth it to get your hand raised at the end of a match,” said Anneser.

Scott Anneser flips onto the mat

Kyle Simpson, Staff Writer February 19, 2019

Scott Anneser ‘19 is currently thriving on the wrestling mat, with a record of 31-5 for the season. However, flashback three years, and you would see Anneser on the gymnastics floor, where he spent over...

Seniors Max Mello and Cassidy Pigott have committed to play in college next year. Before that though, they are looking forward to finishing strong on their senior campaigns. “I’m so hyped for the high school season! See us in Delta Dental Stadium! [location of the championship],” said Mello ‘19.

A pair of HB ball players commit to play in college

Kyle Simpson, Staff Writer February 11, 2019

With the spring baseball and softball seasons right around the corner, a pair of HB players have their futures set on continuing their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level. Cassidy Pigott,...

Michael Gillespie is running the ball. He is in his offensive position, running back, versus Manchester West on 9/21 . He’s “always in position” according to Hillard, which is why he has so many receptions.

Football captain Michael Gillespie concussed

Alec MacEachen, News Editor October 24, 2018

Senior and captain of the football team, Michael Gillespie ‘19, was concussed last Friday in a home game against Souhegan. He is a four year varsity veteran, and one of the cornerstones of the team.“Michael...

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