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Drops of Ink
The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink
The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink
TJ Murbach

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer

I am a Senior, and this is my second year on staff. I am a sports writer for Drops of Ink. I played baseball at LHS as a Freshman, and am a part of ACE. I announce the IceCats hockey games on the High School Cube.

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The Wildcats huddle up for a second half timeout during their 7-4 victory over Mt. Prospect.

Turner’s Hat Trick Propels Boys Water Polo to Senior Night Victory

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
April 28, 2017

Russell Westbrook

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
April 24, 2017
James Harden (left) and Russell Westbrook (right) headline a stacked MVP ballot.

Head to Head NBA MVP Debate

TJ Murbach and Brandon Simberg
April 24, 2017
Pitcher Caleb Haddon

Q&A with LHS Senior Baseball Players that will Play in College

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
April 20, 2017

Athletes Recovering

Maggie Burnetti and TJ Murbach
March 23, 2017
First Round action gets underway on Thursday at 11:15 central.

2017 March Madness Preview

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
March 15, 2017
Plot: One of the most popular movie franchises is at it again, as they continue to tell the story of Rey and Luke Skywalker.

10 movies to watch in 2017

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
February 23, 2017
Superstar Julio Jones headlines the list of Atlanta's dangerous weapons.

Case For the Falcons and final prediction

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
February 3, 2017
Owner Robert Kraft and Head Coach Bill Belichick celebrate one of their four Super Bowl Championships with President George W. Bush.

Patriots Legacy

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
February 3, 2017
MVP front runner Matt Ryan leads the Falcons into Houston.

Falcons Road to Super Bowl

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
February 3, 2017
Super Bowl LI kicks off Sunday at 5:30 live from NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.

Super Bowl Preview

Brandon Simberg and TJ Murbach
February 3, 2017

Why Americans should not protest the election results

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
January 16, 2017
Demonstrators flood the streets of San Francisco in protest of President-Elect Donald Trump.

Are the Trump Protests Just?

Maya Trott and TJ Murbach
January 16, 2017
Senior Drew Fortini and junior Brandon Cook do their pregame ritual during the starting lineups.

Wildcats win a close one over Warren, 53-47

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
December 7, 2016
During a match this season, Mikaelian attempts a shot on the fairway.

Mikaelian shot her way into the record books

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
November 10, 2016
Bulls fans will miss fan-favorite Derrick Rose after he was traded to New York.

D-Rose Era Recap

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
October 20, 2016
Taj Gibson is expected to move into the starting lineup in place of Pau Gasol.

Roster Overview

TJ Murbach and Brandon Simberg
October 20, 2016
Jimmy Butler is the new face of the franchise after the trade of Derrick Rose.

Season Prediction

TJ Murbach and Brandon Simberg
October 20, 2016
The Bulls open their season Oct 27th against the Celtics.

2016-17 Chicago Bulls season preview

TJ Murbach and Brandon Simberg
October 20, 2016
Sterner stands atop the podium after finishing in first place for the teenage division at the 2016 Granite Games.

Senior George Sterner ranks among the best in the world in CrossFit

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
September 20, 2016
Goalie Alex Rodriguez poses after 2015 JV All-Star Game

Icecats have new coach and modified varsity roster

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
September 14, 2016
For LHS students, summer couldn’t be here soon enough

For LHS students, summer couldn’t be here soon enough

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
May 28, 2016
Chicago's skyline is lit up in celebration of the NFL Draft.

NFL Draft shocks fans once again

TJ Murbach, Staff Writter
April 30, 2016
LHS Baseball Season Update

LHS Baseball Season Update

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
April 10, 2016
2016 Final Four preview

2016 Final Four preview

TJ Murbach, Jack Kosowski, Jarrett Malec, and Josh Bragg
April 2, 2016
Josh Hart is a key part of the Wildcats' deep rotation.

2016 South region champions – Villanova

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
April 2, 2016
Slugger Jose Abreu looks to lead the White Sox to the playoffs for the first time since 2008.

2016 White Sox Season Preview

Jarrett Malec and TJ Murbach
March 17, 2016
2016 March Madness preview

2016 March Madness preview

Josh Bragg, Jarrett Malec, TJ Murbach, and Jack Kosowski
March 16, 2016
The Kansas Jayhawks celebrate with the championship trophy after beating the West Virginia.

2016 March Madness – South region

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
March 16, 2016
How do the ‘96 Bulls and ‘16 Warriors matchup?

How do the ‘96 Bulls and ‘16 Warriors matchup?

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
February 5, 2016
The Icecats are Finally Healthy and Look to Improve on Their Winning Streak

The Icecats are Finally Healthy and Look to Improve on Their Winning Streak

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
January 29, 2016
Panthers at Ravens 9/28/14

TJ’s votes for the AP NFL Awards

TJ Murbach, Staff Writer
January 28, 2016

College Football Playoff Preview

TJ Murbach
December 9, 2015

Collect them all, Wildcat captains of the Fall

Abbey Humbert and TJ Murbach
October 27, 2015
Who will bring home the Larry O'Brien trophy?

2015-16 NBA Preview

Josh Bragg and TJ Murbach
October 26, 2015
Boys’ Golf

Boys’ Golf

TJ Murbach and Abbey Humbert
October 19, 2015
Cheerleading

Cheerleading

TJ Murbach and Abbey Humbert
October 19, 2015
Poms

Poms

TJ Murbach and Abbey Humbert
October 19, 2015
Hockey

Hockey

TJ Murbach and Abbey Humbert
October 19, 2015
Girls’ Volleyball

Girls’ Volleyball

TJ Murbach and Abbey Humbert
October 19, 2015
Girls’ Tennis

Girls’ Tennis

TJ Murbach and Abbey Humbert
October 19, 2015
Girls’ Swimming and Diving

Girls’ Swimming and Diving

TJ Murbach and Abbey Humbert
October 16, 2015
Girls’ Golf

Girls’ Golf

TJ Murbach and Abbey Humbert
October 16, 2015
Girls’ Cross Country

Girls’ Cross Country

TJ Murbach and Abbey Humbert
October 16, 2015
Football

Football

TJ Murbach and Abbey Humbert
October 16, 2015
Boys’ Soccer

Boys’ Soccer

TJ Murbach and Abbey Humbert
October 16, 2015
Boys’ Cross Country

Boys’ Cross Country

TJ Murbach and Abbey Humbert
October 16, 2015
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