Cute fall date ideas
By: Claire Wasem
NORTHRIDGE - Cuffing season is is the time of year when single people decide they would rather be ¨cuffed¨ or tied down in a relationship (see related “he said/she said” story). One big reason for the amount of new relationships in the fall could be all the cute date possibilities that come around this time of year!
Abby Beyer (´21) talks about all the cute fall dates shwe and her boyfriend Jake Reese have gone on throughout a relationship that celebrated its one-year just last Sunday,
¨Jake and I have gone on many fall-related dates because I just love fall and everything that comes with it,¨ Abby explained. “We have gone apple picking, pumpkin picking and carving, and to the Haunted Hoochie.¨
When asked about their anniversary, Abby talked about how, ¨ Jake surprised me with a zip lining trip for our one-year. I was scared at first because I don't like heights, but our guide was really funny and Jake was doing a bunch of crazy tricks on the ziplines so I got over my fear pretty quick,¨ Abby said. ¨This was definitely my favorite date that we have been on.¨
Abby loves all the cute fall dates she and Jake have been on but she explains that she has some more ideas she hopes to try, too. ¨Some other good date ideas would be watching scary movies, bonfires and smores, making pumpkin pie, coffee dates, and playing in the leaves,¨ Abby suggested (Jake, pay attention!).
Dustin Chalfant (´20) talks about dates he and his girlfriend, Ali Zigo (´20) have been on this fall. He encourages other couples to go on dates that they have been on around this time of year because they’ve been great: “Me and Ali have gone to the a Blue Jackets game so far and have watched scary movies,¨ Dustin says. ¨Going to the Blue Jackets game was really fun, and I think we will definitely do it again, but I'm not sure about another scary movie because they freak me out.¨
Finally, Dustin talks about future fall dates he still hopes to take Ali on: ¨I really wanna go pick out pumpkins and carve them together. I think that would be a fun thing to do with her.¨
- Claire Wasem ('20) is an entertainment editor for the Viking Vault
By: Claire Wasem
NORTHRIDGE - Cuffing season is is the time of year when single people decide they would rather be ¨cuffed¨ or tied down in a relationship (see related “he said/she said” story). One big reason for the amount of new relationships in the fall could be all the cute date possibilities that come around this time of year!
Abby Beyer (´21) talks about all the cute fall dates shwe and her boyfriend Jake Reese have gone on throughout a relationship that celebrated its one-year just last Sunday,
¨Jake and I have gone on many fall-related dates because I just love fall and everything that comes with it,¨ Abby explained. “We have gone apple picking, pumpkin picking and carving, and to the Haunted Hoochie.¨
When asked about their anniversary, Abby talked about how, ¨ Jake surprised me with a zip lining trip for our one-year. I was scared at first because I don't like heights, but our guide was really funny and Jake was doing a bunch of crazy tricks on the ziplines so I got over my fear pretty quick,¨ Abby said. ¨This was definitely my favorite date that we have been on.¨
Abby loves all the cute fall dates she and Jake have been on but she explains that she has some more ideas she hopes to try, too. ¨Some other good date ideas would be watching scary movies, bonfires and smores, making pumpkin pie, coffee dates, and playing in the leaves,¨ Abby suggested (Jake, pay attention!).
Dustin Chalfant (´20) talks about dates he and his girlfriend, Ali Zigo (´20) have been on this fall. He encourages other couples to go on dates that they have been on around this time of year because they’ve been great: “Me and Ali have gone to the a Blue Jackets game so far and have watched scary movies,¨ Dustin says. ¨Going to the Blue Jackets game was really fun, and I think we will definitely do it again, but I'm not sure about another scary movie because they freak me out.¨
Finally, Dustin talks about future fall dates he still hopes to take Ali on: ¨I really wanna go pick out pumpkins and carve them together. I think that would be a fun thing to do with her.¨
- Claire Wasem ('20) is an entertainment editor for the Viking Vault
HE SAID/SHE SAID
Cuffing Season
She Said …
By: Sarah Phillips
Leaves are falling and so are the temperatures, which can only mean one thing! Cuffing season! Cuffing season is the time where people would rather be “in a serious relationship” so they can do the festive dates during the colder weather, according to Urban Dictionary. Cuffing season comes with a lot of obligations or lack thereof.
Most people spend cuffing season going to the pumpkin patch and carving those pumpkins, apple picking, corn maze exploring, scary movie watching, and even zombie paintball shooting, according to Gabby Webb (‘19).
Halloween is also seen as a time for couple costumes! Usually, couple costumes reflect the couple's personalities, whether the costume is mushy, cheesy or ridiculously funny.
Halloween also comes with scary movies and haunted houses. To some couples, like Webb and her boyfriend, Jackson Wilson (‘19), they agree that scary movies are great, while haunted houses are just expensive and no fun. However, the spectrum of couples can range from wanting all scary all October long, while some couples would rather just cuddle and watch a comedy with maybe a pumpkin in it.
Cuffing season is a time full of great dates or even just things to do with your friends. At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter what you do during this season … it’s who you spend it with!
- Sarah Phillips (‘20) is the Entertainment Editor for the Viking Vault
He Said …
By: Alex Hook
Cuffing season is upon us, gentlemen. Truth be told, this season can be a blessing for some and a curse for others.
Some may find it tacky to relish in the fall festivities, while others relish in cuffing season, with their partner.
Jackson Wilson (‘19) explains that this will be his second cuffing season, and explains that this the best time for his relationship.
“I really enjoy corn mazes, but I just like to figure out how to get out of the maze from the entrance,” Wilson explains. “Trying to find all the items inside the maze can get tricky and the purpose of the maze is to find a way out, not to go on a scavenger hunt inside of the maze.”
With cuffing season comes pumpkin carving, apple picking, corn maze, and scary movies. There is always different ways to spend this cuffing season, but these are just the general festivities during the season.
Wilson explains, “I really love haunted houses because it brings a lot of funny memories, and just gives me a thrill. It never gets old when you’re getting scared with your best friend.”
When asked for any traditions to share with that special someone, Wilson explained that pumpkin carving is the best choice because it is fun, messy, and inexpensive.
- Alex Hook (‘20) is a Sports Editor for The Viking Vault [email protected]
Cuffing Season
She Said …
By: Sarah Phillips
Leaves are falling and so are the temperatures, which can only mean one thing! Cuffing season! Cuffing season is the time where people would rather be “in a serious relationship” so they can do the festive dates during the colder weather, according to Urban Dictionary. Cuffing season comes with a lot of obligations or lack thereof.
Most people spend cuffing season going to the pumpkin patch and carving those pumpkins, apple picking, corn maze exploring, scary movie watching, and even zombie paintball shooting, according to Gabby Webb (‘19).
Halloween is also seen as a time for couple costumes! Usually, couple costumes reflect the couple's personalities, whether the costume is mushy, cheesy or ridiculously funny.
Halloween also comes with scary movies and haunted houses. To some couples, like Webb and her boyfriend, Jackson Wilson (‘19), they agree that scary movies are great, while haunted houses are just expensive and no fun. However, the spectrum of couples can range from wanting all scary all October long, while some couples would rather just cuddle and watch a comedy with maybe a pumpkin in it.
Cuffing season is a time full of great dates or even just things to do with your friends. At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter what you do during this season … it’s who you spend it with!
- Sarah Phillips (‘20) is the Entertainment Editor for the Viking Vault
He Said …
By: Alex Hook
Cuffing season is upon us, gentlemen. Truth be told, this season can be a blessing for some and a curse for others.
Some may find it tacky to relish in the fall festivities, while others relish in cuffing season, with their partner.
Jackson Wilson (‘19) explains that this will be his second cuffing season, and explains that this the best time for his relationship.
“I really enjoy corn mazes, but I just like to figure out how to get out of the maze from the entrance,” Wilson explains. “Trying to find all the items inside the maze can get tricky and the purpose of the maze is to find a way out, not to go on a scavenger hunt inside of the maze.”
With cuffing season comes pumpkin carving, apple picking, corn maze, and scary movies. There is always different ways to spend this cuffing season, but these are just the general festivities during the season.
Wilson explains, “I really love haunted houses because it brings a lot of funny memories, and just gives me a thrill. It never gets old when you’re getting scared with your best friend.”
When asked for any traditions to share with that special someone, Wilson explained that pumpkin carving is the best choice because it is fun, messy, and inexpensive.
- Alex Hook (‘20) is a Sports Editor for The Viking Vault [email protected]
Horror stories about getting pulled over
By: Mackenzie Holder
Since I do not drive myself and I don't have to worry about getting pulled over, I thought I would simply safely investigate some stories about my classmates getting pulled over. For some people, getting stopped by police is the worst thing in the world. When you are driving and then you see those flashing lights, your heart seems to stop beating.
At that moment, some people begin to cry and others begin to think of all of the scenarios that might happen. When you see the cop begin to walk to your window, all of the emotions just start to hit you at once. Brandon Lowry (‘19) was caught speeding on 161 going 105 in a 65 zone. Lowry stated, “I was so afraid that I was going to get my license taken right then, and it made it even worse when a State Trooper got out of the car.”
Cole Fox (‘20) stated, “I got pulled over once and the police thought that I was driving a stolen car. After I showed my insurance and he went and checked it, then it ended up being fine, but I was terrified.”
Others have been pulled over for very different reasons. Mac Lockwood (‘19) was riding his bike in Centerburg when he did not use proper arm turn signals to turn into a park, and he got pulled over by a cop. Once he was pulled over, he reached into his pocket for a piece of gum, but the officer thought he was pulling out a gun.
Lockwood stated, “I was so scared! I was just trying to have some good smelling breath and I got a gun pulled out on me.”
Lileigh Berling (‘20) was pulled over while driving a golf cart because Dylan Conley (20’) jumped onto their golf cart from another golf cart, and she received a $200 fine. Who knew that riding on a bike and driving a golf cart would cause you to get pulled over?
- Mackenzie Holder (19’) is the print editor of the viking vault
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By: Mackenzie Holder
Since I do not drive myself and I don't have to worry about getting pulled over, I thought I would simply safely investigate some stories about my classmates getting pulled over. For some people, getting stopped by police is the worst thing in the world. When you are driving and then you see those flashing lights, your heart seems to stop beating.
At that moment, some people begin to cry and others begin to think of all of the scenarios that might happen. When you see the cop begin to walk to your window, all of the emotions just start to hit you at once. Brandon Lowry (‘19) was caught speeding on 161 going 105 in a 65 zone. Lowry stated, “I was so afraid that I was going to get my license taken right then, and it made it even worse when a State Trooper got out of the car.”
Cole Fox (‘20) stated, “I got pulled over once and the police thought that I was driving a stolen car. After I showed my insurance and he went and checked it, then it ended up being fine, but I was terrified.”
Others have been pulled over for very different reasons. Mac Lockwood (‘19) was riding his bike in Centerburg when he did not use proper arm turn signals to turn into a park, and he got pulled over by a cop. Once he was pulled over, he reached into his pocket for a piece of gum, but the officer thought he was pulling out a gun.
Lockwood stated, “I was so scared! I was just trying to have some good smelling breath and I got a gun pulled out on me.”
Lileigh Berling (‘20) was pulled over while driving a golf cart because Dylan Conley (20’) jumped onto their golf cart from another golf cart, and she received a $200 fine. Who knew that riding on a bike and driving a golf cart would cause you to get pulled over?
- Mackenzie Holder (19’) is the print editor of the viking vault
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Trick-or-Treat Taboos
How Old is too Old?
By Ali Zigo
NORTHRIDGE - How old is too old when it comes to Trick-or-Treating? Many people will have different opinions varying from “never” to saying that there is an age that is “too old.” This age varies though, depending on who you talk to. Some people know that they are too old but continue to go just for the fun of it.
Claire Wasem (‘20) says, “NEVER! You are never too old for a good ‘ole time!” Wasem continues to go every year, skipping around neighborhoods because she doesn’t want anyone to stare and recognize her due to being “a little embarrassed,” as she puts it.
Wasem states, “As I get older I find myself wearing more masks and costumes that cover my face more, but my height kind of gives it away, being 5’9 and all… the last couple of years, people passing out candy have even told me, ‘Don’t you think that you’re a little too old for Trick-or- Treating?’ But I just smile and go on to the next house.” Although Wasem is starting to wear more masks and such, she says that overall she really does not care because she likes the candy.
Wasem also says that Julia West (‘20) even goes with her. “It’s our tradition!’ Wasem explains.
Still, others are not so fortunate. Alyson Quinlan (‘20) says that she stopped participating in the sixth grade because her parents made her. “I mean, I wasn’t super happy that they said that I wasn’t allowed to go anymore because all of my friends did, but I never really got too excited about Trick-or-Treating anyhow.”
Quinlan said that after a while, she didn’t really care anymore because she thinks that she had grown out of the childhood privilege anyways.
- Ali Zigo (‘20) is the Junior Print Editor for The Viking Vault
How Old is too Old?
By Ali Zigo
NORTHRIDGE - How old is too old when it comes to Trick-or-Treating? Many people will have different opinions varying from “never” to saying that there is an age that is “too old.” This age varies though, depending on who you talk to. Some people know that they are too old but continue to go just for the fun of it.
Claire Wasem (‘20) says, “NEVER! You are never too old for a good ‘ole time!” Wasem continues to go every year, skipping around neighborhoods because she doesn’t want anyone to stare and recognize her due to being “a little embarrassed,” as she puts it.
Wasem states, “As I get older I find myself wearing more masks and costumes that cover my face more, but my height kind of gives it away, being 5’9 and all… the last couple of years, people passing out candy have even told me, ‘Don’t you think that you’re a little too old for Trick-or- Treating?’ But I just smile and go on to the next house.” Although Wasem is starting to wear more masks and such, she says that overall she really does not care because she likes the candy.
Wasem also says that Julia West (‘20) even goes with her. “It’s our tradition!’ Wasem explains.
Still, others are not so fortunate. Alyson Quinlan (‘20) says that she stopped participating in the sixth grade because her parents made her. “I mean, I wasn’t super happy that they said that I wasn’t allowed to go anymore because all of my friends did, but I never really got too excited about Trick-or-Treating anyhow.”
Quinlan said that after a while, she didn’t really care anymore because she thinks that she had grown out of the childhood privilege anyways.
- Ali Zigo (‘20) is the Junior Print Editor for The Viking Vault
Too scared for Spooky Season?
By: Olivia Humes
NORTHRIDGE- The beginning of October is considered by many to be the start of “Spooky Season,” a time of the year when people want to start doing scary things: visiting haunted houses, reading ghost stories, and finding the scariest movie in theaters to watch (in a pitch black room where anything could jump out at you - No thanks!).
However, there is another group of people: the ones who are peer pressured into going into a haunted house, only to bawl their eyes out and think they aren’t going to make it to the end, who are forced to watch scary movies, only to think later that Chucky is going to be in their closets the next time they are opened.
Here are some not-so-spooky alternatives to the torture of being scared so badly you’ll have nightmares for the next two weeks:
Caroline Liggett (‘19) explains, “Haunted houses scare me really bad. Like, really really bad. Sometimes my friends make me go into the houses with them, and I cry a lot.” Liggett isn’t the only one like that, so to all the others who just want some wholesome harvest fun, you are welcome for the ideas.
- Olivia Humes is Web-Editor in Chief of the Viking Vault and a very stressed senior.
By: Olivia Humes
NORTHRIDGE- The beginning of October is considered by many to be the start of “Spooky Season,” a time of the year when people want to start doing scary things: visiting haunted houses, reading ghost stories, and finding the scariest movie in theaters to watch (in a pitch black room where anything could jump out at you - No thanks!).
However, there is another group of people: the ones who are peer pressured into going into a haunted house, only to bawl their eyes out and think they aren’t going to make it to the end, who are forced to watch scary movies, only to think later that Chucky is going to be in their closets the next time they are opened.
Here are some not-so-spooky alternatives to the torture of being scared so badly you’ll have nightmares for the next two weeks:
- Fall Festivals: these festivals, which usually may be more centered around the season of Fall rather than Halloween, still have some Halloween-based activities for anyone looking to get into the spirit of the holiday. Corn mazes, hay-rides, and countless food stands are a great way to celebrate this season.
- Carving Pumpkins: This is one of the oldest Halloween traditions around, and is very fun for all ages. These make very cute decorations for the season, and is a definite must-do for people who love Halloween.
- Costume Parties: Dressing up with your friends can be fun for all ages, even as adults. These parties are a requirement if you want to hang out with your friends in the spirit of Halloween without the scary aspect of it.
Caroline Liggett (‘19) explains, “Haunted houses scare me really bad. Like, really really bad. Sometimes my friends make me go into the houses with them, and I cry a lot.” Liggett isn’t the only one like that, so to all the others who just want some wholesome harvest fun, you are welcome for the ideas.
- Olivia Humes is Web-Editor in Chief of the Viking Vault and a very stressed senior.
Why to vote “YES” on the upcoming levies
By: Megan Payne
NORTHRIDGE- As the midterm elections quickly approach, the need for the levies to pass grows more and more. On Tuesday, November 6th, state elections will take place and the local ballot will include the Northridge levy. This will be the fourth time that school administrators have attempted to pass the levies.
This time around, there will be two levies to vote on. The first will be an emergency fund and the second one will be a combined bond issue. If these levies don’t pass, especially the emergency fund, both the students and the teachers will feel the negative effects. Some programs will lose funding along with other accommodations that are currently available to students, which is all the more reason to vote yes on this upcoming levy.
The combined bond issue will provide the school district with enough money to build a new school for the primary and intermediate kids. New technology along with other helpful resources that can help Northridge students to reach their potential will be bought with the money brought in from that levy.
Northridge students, teachers, and staff work so incredibly hard to better the experience here at Northridge, and I hope that voters will recognize that through their support. Shelby Yorde (‘20) said, “It’s like we are just one big family and this place has been my home for 12 years. I hope this levy passes because I don’t want to see it change.”
Make sure that you go out and vote “YES” twice on November 6th to ensure that a quality, well rounded education is given to each and every student that chooses Northridge.
For more information on the levies you can follow “Pride In Northridge” on Facebook or visit the school website.
- Megan Payne (‘20) is the junior web editor of the Viking Vault
By: Megan Payne
NORTHRIDGE- As the midterm elections quickly approach, the need for the levies to pass grows more and more. On Tuesday, November 6th, state elections will take place and the local ballot will include the Northridge levy. This will be the fourth time that school administrators have attempted to pass the levies.
This time around, there will be two levies to vote on. The first will be an emergency fund and the second one will be a combined bond issue. If these levies don’t pass, especially the emergency fund, both the students and the teachers will feel the negative effects. Some programs will lose funding along with other accommodations that are currently available to students, which is all the more reason to vote yes on this upcoming levy.
The combined bond issue will provide the school district with enough money to build a new school for the primary and intermediate kids. New technology along with other helpful resources that can help Northridge students to reach their potential will be bought with the money brought in from that levy.
Northridge students, teachers, and staff work so incredibly hard to better the experience here at Northridge, and I hope that voters will recognize that through their support. Shelby Yorde (‘20) said, “It’s like we are just one big family and this place has been my home for 12 years. I hope this levy passes because I don’t want to see it change.”
Make sure that you go out and vote “YES” twice on November 6th to ensure that a quality, well rounded education is given to each and every student that chooses Northridge.
For more information on the levies you can follow “Pride In Northridge” on Facebook or visit the school website.
- Megan Payne (‘20) is the junior web editor of the Viking Vault
Lame Teacher Excuses
By: Anna Kohler
NORTHRIDGE- Often times teachers call out students who make up excuses about why they don’t get their work done on time or don’t do it at all. Students aren’t the only ones guilty of this, though; teachers are, too.
After taking a test or working on a big project, some students get very anxious to find out what grade they got. Teachers sometimes prolong the anxiety felt by these students by coming up with excuses and not getting them graded by the time they said they would.
Excuses often used by these type of teachers are, “I didn’t have time”... ”My kids play sports on the weekend”... “I didn’t feel very well”... “I went to a concert.” Some of these excuses are understandable but can still cause frustration because ... isn’t it a teacher’s job to grade papers? Would we get a free pass for not turning a project in if we said we just didn’t have time to do it or were too busy playing sports?
Sometimes teachers come up with ridiculous excuses like, “It was my dog’s birthday”... “You guys were on break and didn’t do anything, so I didn’t either.” Some may say that is just poor prioritizing skills.
Darian Dick (‘20) who has had teachers like this in the past claims, “It can be quite frustrating because I am eager to know the grade I got.”
Other students like Ali Zigo (‘20) have parents pressuring them to get their grades back as soon as they can: “After a test my mom is constantly bugging me about what I got on the test and it gets annoying after awhile,” she said.
Students try to understand the struggles of being a teacher and grading a lot of papers, but the amount of pressure from parents and just the anxiety of not knowing what you got still frustrates those students.
- Anna Kohler (‘20) is a Social Media/ Publicity Editor for The Viking Vault. [email protected]
By: Anna Kohler
NORTHRIDGE- Often times teachers call out students who make up excuses about why they don’t get their work done on time or don’t do it at all. Students aren’t the only ones guilty of this, though; teachers are, too.
After taking a test or working on a big project, some students get very anxious to find out what grade they got. Teachers sometimes prolong the anxiety felt by these students by coming up with excuses and not getting them graded by the time they said they would.
Excuses often used by these type of teachers are, “I didn’t have time”... ”My kids play sports on the weekend”... “I didn’t feel very well”... “I went to a concert.” Some of these excuses are understandable but can still cause frustration because ... isn’t it a teacher’s job to grade papers? Would we get a free pass for not turning a project in if we said we just didn’t have time to do it or were too busy playing sports?
Sometimes teachers come up with ridiculous excuses like, “It was my dog’s birthday”... “You guys were on break and didn’t do anything, so I didn’t either.” Some may say that is just poor prioritizing skills.
Darian Dick (‘20) who has had teachers like this in the past claims, “It can be quite frustrating because I am eager to know the grade I got.”
Other students like Ali Zigo (‘20) have parents pressuring them to get their grades back as soon as they can: “After a test my mom is constantly bugging me about what I got on the test and it gets annoying after awhile,” she said.
Students try to understand the struggles of being a teacher and grading a lot of papers, but the amount of pressure from parents and just the anxiety of not knowing what you got still frustrates those students.
- Anna Kohler (‘20) is a Social Media/ Publicity Editor for The Viking Vault. [email protected]
Confessions of a New Golfer
By: Emma Garee
NORTHRIDGE- We've all heard about the amazing golf team: honors and fame in the LCL and far beyond. I may have not been on the varsity team that won all of the trophies, but it is safe to say that I carried the team.
Varsity player Alex Hook (´20) even admitted, ¨Every time I see Emma hit a ball, I'm like, ´wow… um… that just happened.´¨
You too may be sitting there thinking, ¨Emma, how on earth did you learn to be such an amazing golfer? I mean, you have gotten the most strokes in Northridge golf history! That's incredible. How does it feel to be a record breaker?¨
Let me start by saying that it takes real skill to get as many strokes as I do. I mean, everyone is amazed by the fact that I have actually managed, physically, to hit the golf ball and have it fly off behind me. Don´t ask me how. It is not a skill that I can teach.
Even though it’s not realistic to expect to be as unique a golfer as I am, that is no reason for you not to try to learn the sport of golf! Learning to golf (sort of) was an amazing experience, and I am so glad a learned how to do it. The entire team was so welcoming even when I outshined them. I am so glad I joined the team and started to pursue my future career as a pro golfer (if knitting for a living doesn’t work out).
The moral of my story is that I took a chance and joined the team, and I loved it. So here's my advice to all high schoolers - try it while you can! It was a blast! Especially girls. Wouldn’t it be great to have our first girl’s team next year? Don’t be intimidated by my reputation.
In the words of Hook (‘20), “You may never be as interesting to watch as Emma golfing, but you should still join the team!”
- Emma Garee('20) is a member of the Viking Vault.
By: Emma Garee
NORTHRIDGE- We've all heard about the amazing golf team: honors and fame in the LCL and far beyond. I may have not been on the varsity team that won all of the trophies, but it is safe to say that I carried the team.
Varsity player Alex Hook (´20) even admitted, ¨Every time I see Emma hit a ball, I'm like, ´wow… um… that just happened.´¨
You too may be sitting there thinking, ¨Emma, how on earth did you learn to be such an amazing golfer? I mean, you have gotten the most strokes in Northridge golf history! That's incredible. How does it feel to be a record breaker?¨
Let me start by saying that it takes real skill to get as many strokes as I do. I mean, everyone is amazed by the fact that I have actually managed, physically, to hit the golf ball and have it fly off behind me. Don´t ask me how. It is not a skill that I can teach.
Even though it’s not realistic to expect to be as unique a golfer as I am, that is no reason for you not to try to learn the sport of golf! Learning to golf (sort of) was an amazing experience, and I am so glad a learned how to do it. The entire team was so welcoming even when I outshined them. I am so glad I joined the team and started to pursue my future career as a pro golfer (if knitting for a living doesn’t work out).
The moral of my story is that I took a chance and joined the team, and I loved it. So here's my advice to all high schoolers - try it while you can! It was a blast! Especially girls. Wouldn’t it be great to have our first girl’s team next year? Don’t be intimidated by my reputation.
In the words of Hook (‘20), “You may never be as interesting to watch as Emma golfing, but you should still join the team!”
- Emma Garee('20) is a member of the Viking Vault.