What is Volleyball?
What is Volleyball?
By: Annabella Pyland
Volleyball is normally played with 6 players on the court at a time (unless you play beach, then that is another story). There is at least one setter, sometimes two. There are three positions: a setter, a hitter, or a libero. When you are a libero, you only play the back row. When you are a hitter, it depends on what hitter you are; there is a middle, outside, and sometimes right side. If you are a middle, you only play front row; if you are an outside, then you play both front and back row. When you are passing, you mostly want to hit the middle of your fore arm; if you are diving for the ball, it is ok to hit your fist/hand. Setting is basically just cradling the ball with your fingertips. Hitting is where you hit the ball with the palm of your hand to hit it over the net to the other side/opponent. Those are some of the basics. These are some small things about volleyball.
MARCH MADDNESS
By Braden Thompson, Sports Editor, April 1, 2026
March Madness is a super exciting time when college basketball teams play a big tournament every March. But did you know the name "March Madness" is actually pretty old? It started way back in 1939 when a man named Henry V. Porter, who worked at a high school in Illinois, used it to talk about how wild and crazy people got about high school basketball games in March. Everyone cheered so much and got so excited that it felt like total madness! Now, the name is perfect for the crazy fun of the NCAA tournament.
For a long time, not many people outside of Illinois called it March Madness. But then, in the 1980s, a TV sports announcer named Brent Musburger started saying “March Madness” when he talked about the big college basketball tournament on TV. That’s when the whole country started using the name! The tournament had become really crazy and full of surprises, with teams getting knocked out if they lost and lots of underdogs winning. So, “March Madness” just fit perfectly!
Today, “March Madness” represents more than just basketball—it captures the emotional highs, shocking upsets, and nationwide engagement that make the NCAA tournament one of the most exciting sporting events in the world. From its unexpected origins to its modern cultural impact, the name reflects exactly what fans experience every spring: pure, unforgettable chaos.
TOP 10 MLB TEAMS EVER
By: Deegan Rodman
1.Los Angeles Dodgers: The favorites to win the World Series with +230 odds.also very hyped.
2.New York Yankees: A top-tier contender with 10-1 odds.a classic.
3.Seattle Mariners: Considered a strong contender at 12-1 odds.
4.New York Mets: Ranked highly with 13-1 odds.
5.Philadelphia Phillies: Expected to be a strong contender in the National League.
6.Houston Astros: A perennial contender with strong odds.
7.Atlanta Braves: Listed among the top contenders in the National League.
8.Baltimore Orioles: A highly competitive team coming off a strong 2025 season.
9.Texas Rangers: A top contender in the American League.
10.Chicago Cubs: A strong contender with top valuation.
BASEBALL
BY BLAKE HAMLIN
Baseball is a popular sport that is loved by people of all ages. In baseball, two teams compete to score the most runs by hitting a ball and running around four bases. The game is known for its exciting moments, such as powerful home runs, fast pitches, and amazing diving catches. Baseball is not just about winning, but also about working together as a team, showing good sportsmanship, and having fun. Many people enjoy playing baseball in their neighborhoods or watching their favorite teams at the ballpark. It is a classic game that brings friends and families together and creates lasting memories.
The Story of Tennis
Tennis originated in northern France in the 12th century, but the ball was then struck with the palm of the hand, hence the name jeu de paume. Originally, it was played with a bare hand, and later with a glove. The tennis match, like any other physical and mental exercise, causes a stress reaction in the player's body.
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