The Bark

The Student News Site of Bearden High School

The Bark

The Bark
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Sophomore Michael Lubiani had to do his best to stay plugged in to his team during his freshman season despite his injury.

[Photo] Time Out: Part I

Hannah Simmons, Staff Writer
November 13, 2025
Junior midfielder Cali Motley regains possession for Bearden during a 3-2 loss to Oak Ridge. The Lady Bulldogs bounced back with a 6-1 win against Chattanooga Christian.

[Photo] Early season revenge against Houston gives Lady Bulldogs confidence for rest of 2025 season

Kaitlin Ramey, Managing Editor
September 10, 2025
Captains Finley Wright (left) and Alyssa Spradlin (middle) want to make it beyond the district tournament in 2025.

[Photo] Captains Wright, Spradlin aiming for volleyball team to make deep run in postseason

Lola Galehouse, Staff Writer
August 20, 2025
Tyler Roth (left) and Jayla Blue (right) have helped carry Bearden's proud soccer tradition for years, but now they're also wearing the captains' armbands.

[Photo] Captains Blue, Roth eager to lead Bearden to third state title in four years

Emmaline Hurst, Staff Writer
August 14, 2025
Bearden's softball seniors are excited to have the field house open in time for their final season.

[Photo] Softball team excited for 2025 season, benefits of new facility

Lakin Gettelfinger, Staff Writer
March 7, 2025
Senior Aisha Patel patrols the post on defense. She has become an even better rebounder as a senior.

[Photo] Senior Patel’s evolving game has Lady Bulldogs in pole position in District 4-AAAA

London Owens, Sports Editor
January 23, 2025
The Bearden cheer team gets ready for the National Anthem before Bearden's 35-6 win over Oak Ridge.

[Photo] Cheer team feels at home with new locker room at Bearden football stadium

Campbell Boney, Staff Writer
October 31, 2024
2023 Homecoming king and queen Jordan James and Kenzie Bankes will be back on campus on Friday to present this year's court.

[Photo] Bearden homecoming adding underclassman princes, princesses to halftime ceremony

Kaelyn Martinez, Staff Writer
October 17, 2024
Senior Brogan Armstrong hosted Annual Skits as Beetlejuice last week.

[Photo] Bearden senior brings Beetlejuice to life as host of 2024 Annual Skits

Max Mead, Staff Writer
October 3, 2024
Senior Addi Kammann watches the flight of the ball after a shot at a recent tournament.

[Photo] Girls golf seniors reflect on their careers, look forward to future of the program

Max Mead, Staff Writer
September 25, 2024
Senior Bradley Witzel plays his guitar solo during halftime at a Bearden football game.

[Photo] Marching band adds guitar solo to this year’s competition routine

Kaelyn Martinez, Staff Writer
September 19, 2024
The volleyball team's rivalry with Hardin Valley has gone back-and-forth the past few years with the Lady Hawks edging Bearden a year ago.

[Photo] Volleyball out to avenge last season’s close loss to rival Hardin Valley

Natalia Cepeda, Staff Writer
September 4, 2024
Bearden dance won the national title in pom this weekend, meaning the Bulldogs have won four straight championships (the previous three in game day).

[Photo] Bearden dance wins fourth straight national title backed by support from their alumni family

Max Mead, Staff Writer
February 5, 2024
Nyla Blue and Alivia Stott are both committed to play soccer at Tennessee next year.

[Photo] Two UT commits help to lead Lady Soccer Dogs one win away from another state tourney

Maddie Taylor, Staff Writer
October 18, 2023
Seniors Izzy Galehouse, Hasti Saleh, Kate Bosi, and Cameron Mize (left to right) pose for a picture at homecoming last year.

[Photo] SGA set to host Hawaiian-themed homecoming dance Friday night

Hadley Spreng, Staff Writer
October 5, 2023
Brooks Wright, Aiden Tipton, and Kyle Moss get ready for a home game.

[Photo] Bearden baseball will rely on senior leadership for successful 2023 season

Maddie Taylor, Staff Writer
March 22, 2023
Lainey Cox (left) and Avery Treadwell play defense in a recent game against Heritage.

[Photo] Lady Bulldogs keep rolling in 2023 despite having to replace four starters

Sofia Eshleman, Staff Writer
February 23, 2023
Bearden athletic trainer Nicole Medina practices treatment with her student assistants.

[Photo] Bearden’s athletic training program provides students with practical healthcare experience

Ella Parker, Editor-in-chief
December 6, 2022
Becca Roth (left) and Brinley Murphy (right) are just two of many future college soccer players on Bearden's roster.

[Photo] Top-ranked girls soccer benefiting from wealth of college-level talent

Maddie Taylor, Staff Writer
September 28, 2022
Kai Young celebrates a big play during Bearden's 56-21 win over South-Doyle on Friday.

[Photo] Bearden defense off to hot start with Maryville challenge up next

Maddie Taylor, Staff Writer
September 12, 2022
Sophomore Brooks Wright rounds first after a base hit.

[Photo] Depth, talent up-and-down the lineup contribute to Bearden baseball’s hot start

Josh Lovett, Co-Sports Editor
April 4, 2022
Bearden softball has started the season 6-4, and the Lady Bulldogs are looking to continue to upward trajectory the program has seen over the past few years.

[Photo] Softball program continues to grow thanks to experienced seniors, hungry underclassmen

Davis Taylor, Staff Writer
March 31, 2022
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