Education days — competition nights
Here at Godwin, two of our staff members officiate sporting events outside of school. Henry Spiller is on the school’s security and safety staff. Spiller is a baseball umpire and wrestling referee. “I have been…
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Game on: Godwin esports team on the rise
Since 2009, League of Legends has been a headlining title in the E-Sports world. Gathering huge crowds in-person and on twitch, thousands of people tune in to see teams compete. Godwin’s League of Legends team…
GHS sophomore takes first place at states
First to cross the finish line, Godwin sophomore Berkley Nance has been crowned the 2021 class five VHSL state champion for boys cross country. This race occurred on Nov. 13, at Great Meadow Course in…
Like father, like son
Many people dream of pursuing a career in sports. For Godwin Alumni Jake Thomas, a life of sports was almost a guarantee. Hunter Thomas, Jake Thomas’s dad who coached basketball here at Godwin for 28…
Former track star becomes GHS track coach
As the winter track season was quickly approaching, Godwin needed to find a new coach. Fortunately, Tom Nadeau was able to find a qualified coach to teach running to the students of our school. Keilah…
Senior equstrian hurdles the competition
Some would consider horseback riding not a sport, however, that is not the case for Godwin senior Sydney Hundley. Hundley has been riding horses since she was nine years old. “The first time I rode…
Godwin swimmer takes her talent overseas
While students were settling into the new school year in September, Godwin senior Zoe Dixon left on September 28th to competitively swim in Berlin, Germany and Budapest, Hungary. There were 43 total people on her…
Godwin bands bring the hype
To the culture of Godwin, both the Pep Band and Marching Band are important. The groups are often staples at sporting events and pep rallies and they help liven up the atmosphere. Seniors Walker Williams…
Volleyball coach battles against kidney disease
Every person grows up wanting to be something. In this case, Godwin’s girls’ volleyball coach, Chris Wakefield, grew up wanting to be a fighter pilot in the Air Force. He was set to join the…
New coaches bring enthusiasm to Godwin
Every year, there is change around Godwin athletics. Some athletes leave and graduate while others decide the sport is not for them any more. Some coaches find new jobs or decide to retire. The Godwin…