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High hopes on the hill for varsity football

Story by Kailee Warren and Jeff Branson, Messenger Staff Writer October 26, 2012

This fall season is looking up on the hill for Placer varsity football. Placer (8-0) is trailed closely by 7-1 upstart Center and Bear River, which holds a 6-2 record though they have lost to the two front...

Placer golf: green and gold claim victory on the greens

Story by Alexis Angleton, Messenger Staff Writer October 26, 2012

Placer’s girl’s golf team has added another great season to their unbeatable reputation. The Placer golf team’s coach, Carol French, helped lead them to victory. The team has had 11 matches and...

Sports superstitions at Placer

Story by Kailee Warren, Messenger Staff Writer October 15, 2012

When one watches athletes before a game or a meet, it is not considered out of the ordinary to see elaborate handshakes, team chants, or absurd eating habits. Superstitions in sports are not to be taken...

Vanderdoes is Army All-American

Vanderdoes is Army All-American

October 15, 2012

Eddie Vanderdoes IV was presented to the US Army All American team by Staff Sergeant Raymond Bouches on Wednesday, October 2, 2012. The game will be taking place in San Antonio, Texas on January 5, 2013.  

Junior Hallee Ralls is a two sport athlete and holds a job at Tangp.

Students stressors: upkeeping grades with athletics and jobs

Story by Mariah Velasquez, Messenger Staff Writer October 15, 2012

Student athletes have a great responsibility weighing on their shoulders. Between excelling in their sport and performing in the classroom, a lot is expected of them as far as completion of their duties. Life...

Placer graduate Ellie Doughty represents her trap-shooting polo from last years team.

Trap-shooting new to Placer athletics

Story by Holly Hockett, Messenger Staff Writer September 28, 2012

A brand new club on campus, Placer’s Trap Shooting team has taken our school by storm, though not many have even heard of it. “I’ve only heard of it once, and that was just in the announcements”...

Q & A with Tine Hummel

Story by Kellyn McDonald, Sports Editor February 28, 2012

German exchange student, Tine Hummel, is excited to be here and is a great addition to the Placer High Tennis team. Q: What do you like most about tennis? A: I like that your behavior on the court...

Budget Cuts at ARD affect Community

Story by Olivia Morgan, Messenger Staff Writer February 28, 2012

The Auburn Parks and Recreation District is facing a crisis. Huge budget cuts are being made to some of the facilities that are incorporated in the District. Some of the cuts include: Closing the pool...

Budget Cuts at ARD affect community

February 28, 2012

The Auburn Parks and Recreation District is facing a crisis. Huge budget cuts are being made to some of the facilities that are incorporated in the District. Some of the cuts include: Closing the pool...

Placer basketball teams working hard in league

Story by Kerry McCullough, Messenger Staff Writer February 28, 2012

The 2012 basketball season is well underway and the Hillmen are making the most of it. High school rivalries play out on the gym floor and the Placer basketball teams are ready and willing to compete...

Girls golf team set to play against Placer teachers

Story by Lauren Taber, Features Editor September 28, 2011

This golf season, the Lady Hillmen Golfers may not be the only ones using their nine irons in competition; there is the possibility of a Lady Hillmen versus Placer High Faculty Golf Tournament. Until...

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