Two wrestlers are on the mat, each struggling to fight for power over the other. They lunge for each other’s legs trying to gain an advantage over the other. This leaves the wrestlers tired, but they want to prove themselves not only to themselves but to their coaches and the spectators. They hear a pound…
People often overlook one group at this school — the band. Present at every home football game and always around for pep rallies, the school band contributes significantly to the school spirit. Similarly, many overlooks the individual achievements of band members. Through the years, many band members have reached some kind of recognition. One of the…
Memorable teachers have blessed our school through the years. The tests and punishments they dealt trickle down to us as legends; their lives mesh together to form the mythology of our school. They have changed the trajectory of every student they taught, for better or worse. One man who has begun his journey into the…
The front of the House of Formation. Photo from the East Harding Construction website. Way down on 12th Street, there’s an inconspicuous-looking building. To the average viewer, it’s nothing more than part of Our Lady Of Good Counsel’s school complex. But it’s nothing ordinary. There, a group of men is training to be extraordinary. The…
Football and basketball season may be over, but the season of several other sports is just beginning. One of these sports is track and field, which kicked off in Fayetteville, Arkansas, on February 18, 2023. The indoor track meet attracted schools much larger than Catholic High School, but that did not discourage the team. “There…
The sound of bowling pins ringing on the ground is piercing to most people’s ears. But to Chase Valenzuela, it is the sound of success. It reminds him of a long journey starting in his high school days. Chase Valenzuela, ’15, attended Arkansas State University after graduation to study law, later transferring to the University…
The LiftoffNews Editors find it important in this time to feature and highlight the work of our staff. A centerpiece of the Rocket journalism team is photojournalist Phillip Zawislak. Far too often, his work goes unnoticed and unthanked. Today, he is recognized. Without further ado, a selection of photos by Phillip Zawislak.
Everyone has something they are passionate about, something they enjoy doing in their free time. For some, it’s sports, for others, it’s art, but for senior Nate Rousseau, it’s long-distance running. While Rousseau has only been running for a little over a year, it has quickly become something he enjoys greatly. During his time running,…
Laughter and smiles fill the classroom as students watch the board intently. The announcements are over, and the entertaining videos play on the screen. This would not be possible without the broadcast journalism class at the school. The broadcast journalism class is not only responsible for the morning announcements but also for the entertaining videos…
While lacrosse is not an Arkansas Activities Association-sanctioned sport, it is rapidly increasing in popularity. The lacrosse team has spiked in new players over the past two years with roughly half of last year’s team being freshmen. To prepare for this season, the lacrosse team has not only started their training but has acquired two…
