The Court Street Press

High School Sports are Back

After a three-week statewide suspension of High School Sports, Bucks winter athletes have the opportunity to participate once again in their sports.

Will Jack, Staff Writer • January 4, 2021

The winter sports season reached a roadblock shortly after it started when Governor Tom Wolf announced that high school sports would be postponed through January 4th. However, this order will not be extended....

The Flawed College Football Playoff

The College Football Playoff is upon us. Here is a look at what to expect as well as the flaws of its format.

Will Jack, Staff Writer • December 23, 2020

2020 has been full of surprises, but the 2020 College Football Playoff was not. Alabama, Clemson, and Ohio State are 3 of the 4 teams in the playoff competing for the National Championship. Sounds familiar,...

Staff Interview: Mr. Curtis

Q&A about these unprecedented times with CB West guidance counselor Mr. Curtis.

Liam Price, Editor • December 21, 2020

In a typical year, Mr. Curtis’s schedule is packed (like the other guidance counselors at West) with Bucks students needing academic, emotional, and personal help always in his office. Now, it’s almost...

CB West Wrestling Makes the Best out of a Pandemic Season

Though circumstances aren't ideal, the hard work and team bonds for Bucks wrestlers is maintained.

Will Berriman, Staff Writer • December 20, 2020

As with all school sports this year, the CB West Wrestling team has endured an unusual start to the season amid the pandemic. After starting outdoor conditioning in late October, the team transitioned...

Student Interview: Teddy Spratt

Teddy Spratt is a CB West Senior and plans to attend Millersville University to continue his academic and athletic pursuits.

Mary Rose Baltes, Staff Writer • December 18, 2020

Teddy and I met in CCD class at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel when we were in 4th or 5th grade. We met up again in 10th grade here at CB West. MRB: What is your favorite position in basketball? TS: My favorite...

Bucks Student Entrepreneur Feature: James Carbone

James Carbone told me Good News Vintage, his vintage clothing business, is "more than an average high-school business" hoping for some quick cash.

Liam Price, Editor • December 18, 2020

CB West Senior James Carbone credits a “Grateful Dead” shirt that he saw on an Instagram page “a while ago” when describing the origins of his passion for vintage streetwear. Shortly thereafter,...

High School Student Art Gallery

As an artist myself, quarantine has allowed me to dedicate more time towards my hobby. Curious about what other artists during this time have done, I asked if anyone had artwork to share and was in awe with all the replies!

Trisha George, Staff Writer • December 18, 2020

What Netflix holiday movie should you watch over break?

Recently, I have watched Netflix holiday movies so you don’t have to. Here is 4 movies released in 2020 and my thoughts on them:

Jane Shapiro, Staff Writer • December 18, 2020

Holidate Rating: 5/5 stars The movie follows Sloane, a 30-year old girl who recently became single. She meets a guy at the mall, and they establish a deal: that they will date each other, but only...

Opinion: Move Back the School Start Times

Ellie Galt, Staff Writer • December 18, 2020

There is no shortage of evidence to support the fact that humans need sleep. Lack of sleep in general causes problems for nearly every bodily and emotional function. Lack of sleep during adolescence,...

Behind the Album: CB West Orchestra Edition

Covid-19 causes Orchestra to Push Boundaries

Ainsley Massey, Staff Writer • December 17, 2020

With the holiday season among us, the CB West and Lenape Orchestras would usually be preparing for a traditional winter concert. However, the circumstances of the pandemic challenged them to create a new...

Should the Sixers Make a Move for James Harden?

James Harden's trade situation presents endless possibilities that will impact the Philadelphia 76ers no matter what happens.

Will Jack, Staff Writer • December 17, 2020

With superstar power forward Giannis Antetokounmpo signing a 5-year, $228 million contract to remain with the Milwaukee Bucks, many contending NBA teams have turned their attention to disgruntled shooting...

Bucks’ Favorite Songs in 2020

Ava Burchell, Staff Writer • December 16, 2020

“‘The Bigger Picture’ by Lil Baby” - Ryan Hartnett, Senior “‘betty’ by Taylor Swift and ‘warm glow’ by Hippo Campus” - Abby Jenkinson, Senior “‘Doing It Wrong’ by...