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Jeff Swift

Jeff Swift, Co-Sports Editor

Jeff Swift, senior, is the Co-Sports Editor of the Messenger, and has been on staff since 2017. Jeff is a member of the cross country and track teams and also serves as a UCC Missionary. He has worked in Camps from Mizzou to George Mason, and has done PR/Advertising work for a Harold’s Donuts in Columbia Missouri.

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Messenger Movie Podcast S4 Ep6: Bloodshot, Tenet, Ghostbusters: Afterlife

Will Roach and Jeff Swift
May 19, 2020
Abbey Bolt, senior, swims during a dual meet against the Eureka Wildcats. Marquette would win that meet 129-59, extending their undefeated regular season streak of six years.

[Photo] Swim and Dive Takes Second Straight State Title

Connor Del Carmen, Sports Editor
March 5, 2020

Messenger Movie Podcast S4 Ep5: Sonic the Hedgehog and Video Game Movies

Will Roach and Jeff Swift
March 4, 2020
With little time left in the game, Love Troupe, Senior, is called out of the game to get her final applause. “It’s bittersweet, but I’m glad I was able to have the career I had,” Troupe said. Troupe scored 7 points on 5 shots and had 4 defensive rebounds in that game.

MHS Shows Out for Basketball’s Senior Night

Jeff Swift, Sports Editor
February 28, 2020
Josh Merz, Senior, runs back after assisting a score against Troy Buchanon. Merz is the only senior boy currently on the team.

[Photo] Boys Basketball Plans to Honor Their Lone Senior

Alayna Higdon, Staff Reporter
February 21, 2020
Kennedi Watkins, junior, drives to the basket against a defender. Watkins scored 27 points in the loss to Ladue on January 22.

[Photo] Watkins Reaches 1,000 Point Mark

Connor Del Carmen, Sports Editor
February 11, 2020
Ally Fitzgerald, sophomore, drives to the basket against Grace Claney, Junior, of Ladue, Thursday, January 24. Fitzgerald put up 10 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists and 6 blocks in the 78-61 loss.

[Photo] Winter Sports Practice Over Break

Carter Van Buskirk, Staff Reporter
January 30, 2020

Messenger Movie Podcast S4 Ep4: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Little Women

Will Roach, Jeff Swift, Alayna Higdon, and Alex McAteer
January 21, 2020
Jenna Howard, junior, swims in the 200 individual Medley in her match against Eureka, January 13. She would finish third of eight and help the team win 127-59.

Controlling the Tide: Girls Swim Dominates Regular Season Competition

Jeff Swift, Sports Editor
January 17, 2020

Join the Marquette journalism community!

Jackson Estwanick, Katie Schowe, and Jeff Swift
January 10, 2020

Messenger Movie Podcast S4 Ep3: Christmas Movies

Will Roach, Jeff Swift, Arpitha Sistla, Sabrina Lacy, and Jen Bosche
December 22, 2019
The hockey team currently has a record of 3-3-2 as of Dec. 6.

[Photo] Hockey Faces Trials Against Strong Competition

Waha Siddiqui, News Editor
December 14, 2019
Linebacker Chase Callahan, senior, brings down the Pattonville runningback in their Senior Night victory, 38-20, Dec. 11. Wide receiver Ben Cohen, senior, runs a route Nov. 15, in the District title game at Joplin, which they lost 35-7.

[Photo] Teammates Face Off in ACS All-Star Game

Arpitha Sistla, Staff Reporter
December 12, 2019
Cole Petch, junior, prepares to pass the ball off during the team's game against Troy Buchanan. Petch shot 3 for 3 and scored 8 points in that game.

Fresh-faced Boys Basketball Struggles Early

Jeff Swift, Sports Editor
December 5, 2019
Christopher Kreh, junior, rushes up the middle during a drive right before the end of the first half. Kreh would score this drive off a pass, MHS’ only score of the game.

Photo Gallery: Football Falls in District Title Game at Joplin

Jeff Swift, Sports Editor
November 19, 2019

Messenger Movie Podcast S4 Ep2: Joker, Abominable

Will Roach and Jeff Swift
October 25, 2019
Chris Kreh, junior, runs down the field with the ball at the Kirkwood game earlier this season. The team beat Kirkwood 42-23. "We have been working super hard this year, and it I think it shows and definitely has paid off," Stewart said.

[Photo] MHS Football Refocuses After First Loss of the Season

Caroline Cudney, Arts & Entertainment Editor
October 25, 2019
Molly Johnson, senior, walks the track alongside her parents. Mystique, Marching Band, and Cheerleading were all honored during half time.

Photo Gallery: Senior Night

Jeff Swift, Sports Editor
October 16, 2019
The logo of STLFC. Currently, this is the oldest active professional soccer club in the metro area.

Impact of Major League Soccer on St. Louis Football Club

Jeff Swift, Sports Editor
September 27, 2019
Chris Kreh, junior, runs into the endzone during the fourth quarter of Friday’s game against Kirkwood High School. Kreh is the St Louis area’s leading touchdown scorer with 11 touchdowns.

Undefeated Mustangs Look to Continue Dominance

Jeff Swift, Sports Editor
September 19, 2019

Messenger Movie Podcast S4 Ep1: It Chapter Two, Angel Has Fallen

Will Roach and Jeff Swift
September 17, 2019

Messenger Movie Podcast S3 Ep2: Hellboy, Shazam

Will Roach, Jeff Swift, and Sam Hall
April 29, 2019
Coach Michael Stewart writing out a Blitz play for the defense. Stewart was recently named Head Coach of the MHS football program.

Stewart Takes Over as Head Football Coach

Jeff Swift, Sports Editor
April 11, 2019
Taryn Zweifel, Senior, dives into the water at the COMO meet at the Mizzou rec center. Zweifel would medal second in the 200 girls medley, the best finish at the meet.

Girl’s Swim Team Wins State

Jeff Swift, Sports Editor
March 6, 2019
Grappler Grabs First Girls Wrestling Medal in School History

Grappler Grabs First Girls Wrestling Medal in School History

Jeff Swift and Jordan Chazen
February 22, 2019
Brent Underwood, leader of search, talks about the importance of transparency in the selection process of the new superintendent on Dec. 10 at Lafayette High School.

[Photo] Superintendent Search Begins

Mansi Mamidi, Features Editor
December 12, 2018
Jacob Quinn, Senior, Takes a shot during a practice following the team’s victory over Oakville.

Soccer Wins Districts Over Oakville 2-0

Jeff Swift, Sports Editor
November 11, 2018

Podcast: Messenger Movie Podcast S3 Ep1: Venom and Trailer Reviews

Will Roach, Jeff Swift, and Michael Schmitz
October 13, 2018
Varsity Head Coach, Matt Klein, reconvines with his players following their 33-0 victory over Parkway Central. This was one of four of their wins this season.

Mustangs Face Fox for Homecoming

Jeff Swift, Sports Editor
September 26, 2018
Sophomore Principal, Rick Regina, opens the Assembly with a statement regarding the Successes of MHS this year.

History Teacher Brandon Taylor shoots over Jhar Nae Thompson, Senior, in the Teacher Vs Student basketball. The teachers took this match, winning 4-2.

Sam Droney, Senior, Mike Spohr, Junior, and Adam Cohen, Sophomore, guide the Baryons Robotics team's Robot that won nationals.

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Spring Assembly- MHS shows off accomplishments

May 4, 2018
The self proclaimed "Non Magician," Isaac Schweain, waits as a Teacher writes her card number on a board.

Madison Lakamp, Junior, Shae Schiff-Clark, Senior, Lucy Alexander, Junior, and Victoria Anderson, Senior, preforming for Center Stage, Marquette's Show Choir.

Mustangs Vs Parkway Central (Pre-Game)

Jeff Swift, Online Sports Editor
January 12, 2018
Kelsey Lenox, Lillie Knesel, Sydney Dana, seniors, and other members of the varsity Softball team hold up the State Title trophy. MHS beat Blue Springs South with a score of 2-0 to earn the title.

MHS softball secures state title

Jeff Swift and Luke Malawey
October 26, 2017
Robby Mills, senior, performs a pass right before a two-point touchdown in a game against Oakville. MHS won the game 42 to 28.

Robby Mills: Back from the Bench

Jeff Swift, Staff Reporter
September 18, 2017
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