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Sophie Salomone leads the Herd in a distance race during the 2018 season. Salomone joined the track team back in middle school to make friends and go outside of her comfort zone.

At the starting line: What propels students to try a new sport?

Michael Raphael, Staff writer March 21, 2019

At CHS, student-athletes tap into different sources of passion to fuel their participation in order to be successful in their individual sport.   Carlisle first-year volleyball player Evan Fair discovered...

Sam Candland prepares to bump the ball during a match.  Candland is our athlete of the month for March as he prepares to begin his senior campaign on Monday.

March Athlete of the Month: Sam Candland

Michael Raphael, Staff writer March 15, 2019

March’s athlete of the month is Sam Candland.   Candland is a senior varsity volleyball player who looks to be a key contributor and leader this year.  He was a first team all-conference player last...

Elijah Ibrahim participates in the high jump during an outdoor meet last season.  He participates in both indoor and outdoor track and field for CHS.

Jumping through the differences: Indoor vs. outdoor track and field

Karolena Santiago, Photographer March 1, 2019

Track athletes have the option of participating in indoor and/or outdoor track, depending on what season it is.  However, they do have to deal with the transitions of the season. If athletes participate...

Weighing Down: Weights in the fitness room are lined up, ready to be used by the students of CHS.

Sweat now, succeed later: Football starts off-season training

Shayna Rhoads, Staff Writer February 21, 2019

The Carlisle High School football team is looking to start next season strong with some off-season training. Both returning players and students who are considering playing are able to go to the training...

Shooting stars: Catching up with freshman Dylan Young (Video)

Lillianne Hogsten, Photography Editor February 18, 2019

In 2019, Dylan Young was the only freshman to make the varsity basketball team.  The 5'11" shooting guard recently sat down with Periscope's Lillianne Hogsten to share his thoughts on the season, the...

Senior Bryce Dunkelberger after he finished his match in Gene Evans Gymnasium.  Dunkelberger had an incredible season while scoring many points for the team.

February Athlete of the Month: Bryce Dunkelberger

Meg Tate, Sports Editor February 15, 2019

February’s athlete of the month is Bryce Dunkelberger.  A senior, Dunkelberger was a large part of the wrestling team’s successes during this season.  Dunkelberger has been a competitor on the high...

Sports are reported by a variety of different news castings.  However, some sports get more stories reported on than other ones.

Flying above and below: different sports and their reports (Editorial)

Michael Raphael, Staff writer February 14, 2019

Sports in the news do not always get the recognition they deserve.  These stories seem to come in bunches across the news but some fade into the darkness quickly.  Everybody knows about big games like...

These 11 seniors signed to continue playing their respective sports at their future colleges today.  Front row: Meg Tate, Anna Renninger, Becca Winton.  Middle row: Caleb Richwine, Kurtis Ravenel, Matt Carrion, Cole Boback. Back row: Sam Candland, Trevor Hamilton, Grady Chapman, Collin Diehl.

Wishes come true: Eleven student-athletes sign with future schools

Periscope staff February 7, 2019

11 seniors took a step closer to achieving their dreams of participating in collegiate-level athletics today, Feb 7, when they signed their official letters of intent during National Signing Day. This...

Senior Dayne Grays shoots a three-pointer during the first quarter of the game vs State College.  Grays scored 7 points in the 54-39 upset win on senior night.

Boys basketball celebrates senior night with a win

Shayna Rhoads, Staff Writer February 7, 2019

On Feb 5, CHS boys’ varsity played their final home game against State College.  This game was also very special to the seniors. “It [will be] a huge game for our seven seniors who have given their...

Sunday, Feb 3, saw the Patriots win over the Rams in the 53rd Super Bowl. However, interest level in the event was lower than previous years.

The dynasty continues but at what cost? How the Patriots’ win is a loss for the NFL (Editorial)

Carter Smith, Staff Writer February 5, 2019

When many Americans think about a sports dynasty, the first thing that comes to mind is the New England Patriots. Ever since Tom Brady took over as the starting quarterback in 2001, the Patriots have clinched...

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