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  • September 13Wildfires continue in California.
  • September 13There will be a pep rally today for the first home football game.
  • September 13Varsity football plays Massaponax today.
  • September 12Varsity golf has a match against Goochland today.
  • September 12The 2024 VMAs were last night.
  • September 12Flooding brought to Louisiana by Tropical Storm Francine.
  • September 11JV football plays Massaponax today.
  • September 11Varsity girls and boys cross country have a meet today.
  • September 11The Trump-Harris Presidential Debate happened last night.
  • September 10Louisiana is impacted by forces of Hurricane Francine.
Student creates new floor hockey club
Student creates new floor hockey club
A depiction of a clock, in the style of the TikTok logo, nearing 12. Created by Damien Mitchell in Photoshop
The Clock Ticks for TikTok
The Friends of JMRL book sale has a wide assortment of different book genres, including fantasy, nonfiction, classics, and romance. There are also CDs, DVDs, puzzles, and games.
Friends of JMRL holds semi-annual book sale
Graphic created using Canva to show the article title.
Rise in teen pickleball players
Band and marching band instructor Micah Lee poses enthusiastically.
Major role of the Drum Major
Mrs. Matthews and Ms. Forbes sit at the main desk in the library where the greet students daily.
Héroes invisibles: los rostros detrás de los libros
The Lady Lions varsity basketball team huddled together during a timeout in their game against Albemarle
Estudiantes Llegan a La Cima
Damar Hamlin regresa al campo
Seniors and cross country runners Justin Davenport and William Moore pose together for the picture.
Cross Country Corre Hacia el Centro de Atención
Side view of hotel being built, from 7/11
Nuevo Hotel Siendo Construido en Zion Crossroads
Junior Isabella William is serving the ball to the other team.
Volleyball Home Opener
Varsity Football’s Final Games Before Playoffs
The Tune Squad lines up to practice catching and throwing baseballs on the field.
The Tune Squad plays to a different beat
Louisa runs out onto the field, preparing themselves and the fans for the game.
Varsity Football Had Their First Victorious Game
The NFL season is on fire and everyone's excited about the upcoming year.
NFL Football is BACK
Varsity Football’s Final Games Before Playoffs
Louisa runs out onto the field, preparing themselves and the fans for the game.
Varsity Football Had Their First Victorious Game
The NFL season is on fire and everyone's excited about the upcoming year.
NFL Football is BACK
UVA v.s. Tech image created by Sumner Armstrong on Canva.
A State Divided
A group of sophomores is depicted sporting their green and gold at the first varsity home game of the season.
Football goes further than the field
Junior Isabella William is serving the ball to the other team.
Volleyball Home Opener
Photo of the Butter ball poster seen around the school hallways.
Boys Ready to Serve
The varsity volleyball team's student section celebrating together after their win against Spotsylvania.
Students make a difference at volleyball games
Sénior Hannah Ryan juega bloqueador central para el equipo universitario de Louisa Lions voleibol con un “plugar arriba como Straley.” Senior Hannah Ryan plays middle blocker for the Varsity Louisa Lions Volleyball team with a "Straley-thumbs-up".
Varsity volleyball sets up for the season
Stephen vs Sabrina challenge graphic created by NBA.com
Stephen vs. Sabrina
Luke and Lawton Rowan smile while hugging post wrestling match.
Brothers bond over Wrestling
The Lady Lions varsity basketball team huddled together during a timeout in their game against Albemarle
Underclassmen rise to the top
Girls Basketball playoffs
Girls Basketball playoffs
Tanner Painting, Luke Rowan, and Kasey Casazza posing with coaches after becoming Region champs.
Wrestling advances to the State tournament
The entire baseball team praying together right before the game.
Baseball Senior Night
Louisa players preparing and setting up on field to start the game.
Louisa Boys Soccer vs Goochland
Softball player waiting in a line during warmups before the game.
Softball Lady Lions Vs Western Albemarle
Coach Varner plays as Pikachu gives Nora Rider, playing as Sora, tips on movement and defense.
Esports Open Tryouts for the Coming Spring Season
Caroline Chapman signing her letter of intent. Photo credits to Lucien Cormier.
Caroline Chapman commits to Bridgewater
Presentation created by Cassie Duerson to display upcoming weekend events.
Events happening this weekend 9/13-9/15
Childish Gambino moves backstage as the band plays during the intermission.
Childish Gambino Performs at Washington D.C.
It Ends With Us Movie Review
It Ends With Us Movie Review
Canva image inspired by Inside Out 2 memories. Made by Brooke Pennella.
Inside Out 2
Minecraft Realms banner edit, made in photoshop
Always-online Servers go Offline for Minecraft Bedrock
Presentation created by Cassie Duerson to display upcoming weekend events.
Events happening this weekend 9/13-9/15
Presentation created using Canva to display upcoming local weekend events.
Events happening this weekend 8/23-8/25
Presentation created to display current events.
Events happening this weekend 8/16-8/18
Presentation created to display upcoming weekend events.
Events happening this weekend 5/10-5/12
Presentation created to display upcoming local events.
Events happening this weekend 5/3-5/5
Foreign exchange students come to Louisa
Foreign exchange students come to Louisa
Encouraging poster for students taking the SOL, telling them to stay calm because they got it!
Addy’s guide to survive the SOL’s
Onto the next chapter...
Onto the next chapter…
Theater seniors performed their last performance
Theater seniors performed their last performance
Jayden Thompson on the baseball field
Two Sport Athlete: Jayden Thompson
Senior Spotlight: Tanner Painting
Kristen Randall and John Schick standing together in the hallway. Photo credits to Casey Little.
Senior Spotlight: Kristen Randall
Kayden Belverio and Miranda Moyer outside in the greenhouse. Photo credits to Casey Little.
Senior Spotlight: Kayden Belverio
Jaezon Carter in the hallway posing with a peace sign.
Senior Spotlight: Jaezon Wilton Carter
Life is just a classroom: senior sendoff
Life is just a classroom: senior sendoff
Canva image inspired by Inside Out 2 memories. Made by Brooke Pennella.
Inside Out 2
An umpire at a high school softball game directing the players to the correct spot.
The right call at what cost
Step out of your comfort zone, take risks, grow and discover new possibilities.
Leap outside your comfort zone and step on the moon
Wholesome Wonka Shines Again
Wholesome Wonka Shines Again
A presentation created on Canva to showcase different ways people can get involved with community service.
Doing community service for the right reasons
Vote for the Best Halloween Candy
Mr. Galanti teaches his Auto 1 students how to MIG weld.
Right to Repair
Mineral hosted their annual Laborfest on the last weekend in August.
Mineral hosts annual Laborfest
This is one of the many beautiful sunsets I witnessed during my time at Radford University.
A Summer to Remember
Junior Isabella William is serving the ball to the other team.
Volleyball Home Opener
Canva image inspired by Inside Out 2 memories. Made by Brooke Pennella.
Inside Out 2
All Good Things Come to an End- Flipbook 4
All Good Things Come to an End- Flipbook 4
Reaching for the stars
Reaching for the stars
Change
Change
Same Town, New Angle
Same Town, New Angle
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist are joined by special guests to talk about school stress. Graphic made on Canva.
Mental Health: School Stress
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist talk about their bullying experiences. Graphic made on Canva
Mental Health: Bullying
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist talk about Sources of Strength with a few special guests. Graphic made on Canva
Mental Health: Sources of Strength
Staffers Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer talk about having to balance sports and school in the mental health perspective. Graphic made on Canva.
Mental Health: Sports and Mental Health
Staffers Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer talk about the toxicity of social media and the effects it can have on mental health. Graphic made on Canva.
Mental Health: Social Media Toxicity
This is one of the many beautiful sunsets I witnessed during my time at Radford University.
A Summer to Remember
Encouraging poster for students taking the SOL, telling them to stay calm because they got it!
Addy’s guide to survive the SOL’s
Gracen Tate posing for a senior photo in Myrtle Beach, Sc. Image made using Canva.
Same girl, New ending
The six different topics discussed through out the opinion based article. Image made using Canva.
We are meant to be…
A Canva made image with photos from the book, movie and musical.
A new look at an old classic
Encouraging poster for students taking the SOL, telling them to stay calm because they got it!
Addy’s guide to survive the SOL’s
Theater seniors performed their last performance
Theater seniors performed their last performance
Infographic made by Kara Kotowski on Canva showing the chart on the responses in the survey.
Would you rather?; What would you add?
Participants in the annual Wreaths Across America.
Wreaths Across America
The Lion Pride Club posters hanging throughout the building have Google Classroom codes to join the Google Classroom.
Don’t be nervous, it’s just community service
Same Town, New Angle
Same Town, New Angle
A photo capturing Bethel Brews and Bites in the evening when they are closed for the day.
A new cafe with a new idea
A group holding the youngest boy's hand as they head for the finish line of the 2 mile race.
Paint the Town Pink supports Breast Cancer
Poster made by Myles Mackie on Canva that features the Louisa green and gold colors
Louisa Arts Center Cinema!
Junior Emma Alexander is happy to talk about Louisa as she is involved with a lot in the community.
Louisa Turns 150 Years Old
Main Street Supply- Thank you!
Main Street Supply- Thank you!
Joe-Joe's Superheroes & Pizza- Thank You!
Joe-Joe’s Superheroes & Pizza- Thank You!
Louisa True Value- Thank you!
Louisa True Value- Thank you!
Louisa Domino's- Thank You!
Louisa Domino’s- Thank You!
This is Mrs. Fletcher in 8th grade. She met Madame Johnsen this year!
Linda Johnsen- Thank you!
Photo by Louisa County Airport.
Louisa County Airport
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Owen McHugh

Owen McHugh, Op/Ed Editor

The is Owen's third semester on  The Lion's Roar's. He enjoys writing about a variety of topics ranging from sports to arts and entertainment. He loves playing and watching soccer with his family.



All content by Owen McHugh
Foreign exchange students come to Louisa

Foreign exchange students come to Louisa

Emma Ryan, Owen McHugh, and Lucien Cormier
September 10, 2024
2023 TCS London Marathon - Elite men race - Kelvin Kiptum (3). Winner of the men race.

Kelvin Kiptum Cheruiyot

Owen McHugh, Copy Editor
February 20, 2024
Wholesome Wonka Shines Again

Wholesome Wonka Shines Again

Owen McHugh, Copy Editor
January 23, 2024
Two esports team members collaborate to secure a win.

[Photo] Esports marks personal record

Owen, Sports Writer
December 15, 2023

The Rise of Wonka

Owen McHugh, Reporter
December 15, 2023
Photo of the Butter ball poster seen around the school hallways.

Boys Ready to Serve

Owen McHugh, Reporter
November 17, 2023
Blue inflatable dinosaur costumed trick or treater waits in line with the Louisa community for candy.

No Tricks, Just Treats

Owen McHugh and Evan Capozella
November 2, 2023
Lion's Roar staffers Owen McHugh and Sumner Armstrong interview varsity volleyball captains Alyssa Hopkins and Hannah Ryan to get an inside look on the team. Graphic made by Savannah Bragg.

The set up: volleyball edition

Sumner Armstrong and Owen McHugh
October 23, 2023
Marvel vs. DC image made on Canva by Owen McHugh.

Fans split between Marvel and DC

Owen McHugh, Staffer/Photographer
October 11, 2023
A sophomore on the golf team, Ava Garrison poses with two thumbs up in the hall.

In a Year of Golf

Owen McHugh, Staffer/Photographer
September 29, 2023
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