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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

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,...

The varsity volleyball team stands united for one of their last games in their high school careers. Looking closely you can see the players linking hands, uniting them before they step out to the court.

Waving goodbye to 7 HBHS volleyball players

Avery Desruisseau, Staff Writer December 10, 2018

It's a bittersweet ending to the four-year winning streak for the seven seniors on the girl's varsity volleyball team. Four of these girls have been with the varsity team every year of their high school...

Pictured is Grant Snyder 20 playing last season vs. Goffstown. The team, this year, hopes to do just as well. “We will have a lot of speed this year. Dont sleep on us,” said Snyder.

Boys Basketball: What’s to come?

Sofia Barassi, Sports Editor November 27, 2018

The 2017-2018 Boys Varsity Basketball team was the one to beat in the NHIAA Division II tournament. The boys finished their regular season in first place with a 19-2 record, and they were granted a bye...

Captain Katie Souza ‘19, Rianna Mann ‘21, Captain Brianna Dejoie ‘19 and Taiya Lewis ‘21 row in a race at the Head of the Fish Regatta. This event occurred on Sunday, Oct. 28th in Saratoga Springs, NY. “It’s fun because we get to go the long distance,” said Souza.

Ready to Row?

Nora Miller, A&E Editor November 9, 2018

On Oct. 28, the Hollis Brookline High School Crew team competed at the Head of the Fish Regatta in Saratoga Springs, NY. Students rowed against teams from all across North America in races with as many...

Kyra Belden ‘19 is preparing to pass the ball to her teammates. Her and the rest of the varsity volleyball team are getting ready for the state championship tournament. “[The team] is working on their skills, physical and mental, to get ready for the tournament,” said Balfour.

Could this year be four-in-a-row for Varsity Volleyball?

Katelyn Sova, Staff Writer October 26, 2018

Never before has a Division I volleyball team won the state championship four years in a row in New Hampshire, but Hollis Brookline may be the first to do so. The HB Girls Varsity Volleyball team has won...

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...

Kyra Belden stands with her head coach, Rebecca Balfour, on the right, and assistant coach, Jake Balfour, on the left after her game on September 28. Kyra secured her 1000th career assist as a senior at HB. “Thank you to my whole team for pushing me in practices and ingames to reach this goal,” said Belden.

Kyra Belden secures her 1000th assist

Sofia Barassi, Sports Editor October 16, 2018

Kyra Belden ‘19, one of the Girls Varsity Volleyball captains, secured her 1000th assist of her HB career while playing Manchester Memorial on September 28. Belden began racking up assists her freshman...

Simpson checks out the state of his team and if the chance of beating his opponent is possible on the iPhone app.  The rise of fantasy football has given fans a reason to pay attention to games going on all around the country, and not just focus on their local team. “I check the app around 30 times a day,” said Simpson.

How Fantasy Football affects NFL watchers

Ian Babcock, Staff Writer October 9, 2018

The rise of fantasy football has caused average NFL viewers to turn into NFL viewing monsters, changing the dynamic of how they watch the sport. Football has been around since 1870, and fantasy football...

The Hollis Brookline varsity football team faced Milford during the first game of their season on August 31, 2018. According to Lones ‘19, the team has matured even in the four weeks following their first game. “I think the team itself hasn’t changed that much but as for the mentality and the vibe our team brings it has changed quite a bit. I would say in a good way,” said Lones ‘19.

HBHS football faced rival Pelham in homecoming game

Sydney Speir, Staff Writer October 4, 2018

On Saturday September 29, the Hollis Brookline High School varsity football team faced Pellham in their annual Homecoming football game, bringing students and teachers alike to “The Swamp,” the HBHS...

The volleyball team prepares for their home game. The girls won their game against Merrimack and improved to 3-0. “If we play as we know how to; I think we can win [the championship] again,” said Atkinson.

Volleyball season is spiking

Sofia Barassi, Sports Editor September 27, 2018

As fall approaches and athletics start up again, the girl’s volleyball team is one of the teams at HBHS preparing for their season. The pressure is on, because the team is coming to the table with three...

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