The Pirate Post

PREPARE FOR THE PIRATES

Southeast student section cheers on the boys’ basketball team in their neon attire

By: Caden Dillon & Garret Davis

“Who rocks the house? The Pirates rock the house.” This is a chant that can be heard clamoring out of our high school gym on a Friday night as our basketball team takes to the court. Attendance for sporting events has surged this year as our teams have hit the court, mats, and lanes. The dynamic energy of the crowd has propelled our teams to dominate opponents. Even more importantly, students are showing up to support their athletes. The student section here at Southeast High School has really taken on a life of its own and has not been disappointed this winter season, as the basketball teams, wrestlers, and bowlers alike have all continued to win. Let’s dive into the stands and examine how school spirit has become a driving force behind Southeast’s success this winter. From coordinated chants and packed bleachers to a sea of maroon and gold, the energy created by students has transformed home competitions into electric events. That unwavering support not only fuels confidence and momentum but also unites the school community under one shared goal: showing up, standing together, and proving that at Southeast, we win as one.

The boys’ basketball team shows their spirit at a girls’ basketball game by wearing red, white, and blue

Cheering at Southeast High School has lost its vitality over the years due to losing seasons or a loss of interest; not this season. This year, our student sections have had higher attendance than in previous years. This comes along with students coordinating ways to get others into the bleachers. Sophomores Jenni Mix and Natalie Campbell have worked diligently on orchestrating themes. Mix feels that having the student section dress up for each game brings the school together and creates a catalyst to make friends. Campbell agreed, adding, “The more people that participate, (all) helps to contribute to the overall energy”. Overall, the purpose is to get students involved and in the stands supporting their peers.

Pirate winter sports are representing the maroon and gold colors with pride. The resurgence of spirit at Southeast High School shows what can happen when students decide to show up for one another. From themed nights to coordinated chants, the Pirates have turned games into events and teammates into a united family. As the season continues, keeping that momentum alive is key. Every student in the stands adds to the energy, the intimidation factor for opponents, and the pride we share in our school. Prepare for Pirates, and be part of what makes being a Pirate exceptional.

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ABOUT US

The Pirate Post started out as a club in the spring of 2025. This year, it officially became a Journalism and Communications Class, run by students, that is open to anyone! The process to make this an elective, however, was no easy feat. Student Izzy Goodnite (who proposed that we create a school newspaper) wrote a proposal for the school board, and they agreed to make it a class. We aim to inform the student body about things that are new at Southeast: sports, school plays, field trips, and seasonal news. We cover it all! “I feel this newspaper isn’t just about information though, it is also about learning and recognizing people who deserve it,” states Goodnite. If you enjoy writing, Newspaper is the class for you! If you have any article ideas or any questions, you can email our advisor, Julia Dillon: jdillon@sepirates.org or fill out the form at the bottom of our website.