![Game, set, and match. Corbin Atchley, sophomore, high fives Sanam Sidhu, freshman, after a rally with other club members. “I just joined [the club],” Sidhu said. “[I heard about it] on Instagram, they always post about it, I’ve been wanting to come. My parents used to play [net sports] too and they taught us, and then I learned from my brother.”](https://wlhsnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/MG_7715-2-1200x800.jpg)
![At the bottom of the third inning, the Lions are still scoreless. Rowe stands at home plate, preparing to bat, while Vandenbrink stands off to the side as the next batter up. Despite having the bases loaded, the team was unable to score any runs. “It’s just the beginning of the season. We’re just going to be playing out best by June, [and] that’s where champions are,” Rowe said.](https://wlhsnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IMG_3077-1200x900.jpg)
![The teams prepare to start another play with just a few minutes left in the first half. The Lions were in the lead at halftime with a score of 27-0. At half time, the team went back to the locker rooms. “[We ate] orange slices,” Malos said. “[Then] our team came out and got the win.”](https://wlhsnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/IMG_2385-1200x800.jpg)
Officer Blain McKean offers tips to prevent electronic thefts
In light of the 11 locker room thefts so far this year, many students worry about keeping their valuables safe. Officer Blain McKean, student resource officer, is determined to keep thefts to a minimum.
“The easiest and most practical step to take is for each student to realize that these phones have a monetary value and to be diligent about locking their things up,” McKean said, “I have advised students not to leave their valuables unsecured.”
As smart phones, IPods, and other electronics grow increasingly predominant, the administration has taken steps to increase security. This includes asking students to register the serial number of their phones with the office, so that if any electronic is taken, the administration has the ability to track it down. Forms to register electronics serial number can be found with Sheree Little, he reminds students.
According to McKean prevention is key in the fight against locker room theft. Remember to lock up valuables.
“Every one of the missing cell phones was taken from an unlocked locker or unsecured backpack, meaning it was left out and unattended” McKean said.
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