Coach ‘O’ on & off

Coach Steve Olejnik says, "Getting the job at Boiling Springs was very exciting for me because I

loved the staff and it was a great opportunity to teach such great students. Another plus is it is very close to home!" Well loved by the student body and faculty, Olejnik graduated from Wofford College with an undergraduate degree in Chemistry before receiving his Master’s degree in Curriculum at Furman. Mr. Gordon offered him a job at BSHS in 2007, and he was eager to get involved both in and outside the classroom. He started volunteering with basketball, taking statistics and filming for the team his first year at BSHS. As the season went on, he became a varsity assistant for a year, then coached the C-Team at the 9th grade campus. After coaching freshmen, he became varsity assistant with Coach Browning for three years. In the summer of 2013, he was offered the varsity girls basketball coaching position. Olejnik commented, "Coaching girls is different, but I enjoy working with anyone who works hard and that is something that the girls do best." At home, Olejnik is newly married and has a baby girl on the way, who will arrive in June. He enjoys playing golf, spending time with his wife, and going out to different restaurants to try tasty new cuisine.
"I wouldn’t trade this job for anything. I enjoy being around people and students who work hard and I get to see students and the Girls Basketball team work hard each and every day!"

Manning and Wilson Face Off

Once a year, two NFL teams go head–to–head to compete for the title of being the best in the league. This year on February 2nd, the legendary Denver Broncos will face the fierce Seattle Seahawks in New York at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.Peyton Manning, the Broncos’ two year quarterback, has one Superbowl win and has been in the NFL for 16 years. He led the Broncos this season to end with a 13–3 record. On Sunday, January 19th, the Broncos punished Tom Brady and the New England Patriots, taking home a 23–10 win and a chance to win Superbowl XLVIII.
Russell Wilson, the Seahawks’ two year rookie quarterback, has no Superbowl wins under his belt and has been in the NFL for a mere two years. He took this season by storm and the Seahawks finished with a 13–3 record. On Sunday, January 19th, the Seahawks unleashed the beast on Kaepernick and the San Francisco 49ers, who were favored to win, capturing a 23–17 win. The Seahawks have only had one chance at a Superbowl win in 2006 and lost. Because of Kaepernick’s six interceptions and three turnovers, the Seahawks now have a chance to redeem themselves. Wilson says, "Why not us?"Who shall prevail? Will it be 37-year-old legend Peyton Manning, an eternal king to football? Or will it be the 25-year-old rookie Russell Wilson, an icon in the making? Tune in this weekend to find out!

Seahawks vs. Broncos

Rachel Fuqua Shines Bright Like A Diamond

Thirty-three ladies of Boiling Springs High School participated in the annual Miss BSHS Class Beauties Scholarship Pageant on January 25th. The theme for this year’s pageant was "Diamonds" as the girls arrived on stage to dance an upbeat version of Diamonds by Rihanna for the opening number.The night was filled with entertainment as the girls running for Miss BSHS performed talent. Kali Hasselbacher, RaeAnn Cowles, and Caitlyn Duffy all showed their talent in singing; while Rachel Fuqua, Timiney Fowler, and Shavon Miller wowed the crowd with dance numbers. Special entertainment was performed by Miss Boiling Springs 2013, Caroline Fulton. Miss BSHS 2012, Megan Hairr, performed as well, dancing to Bad by Michael Jackson. During the evening wear competition, the ladies must exhibit grace, in all different styles of gowns. They were not only judged on their interview, but also judged on their poise and stage presence.The Miss Boiling Springs Pageant concluded with awards and crowning. Brooke Price was awarded Miss Photogenic for the second year in a row. Paige Hicks was crowned Miss Sophomore, followed by Sam Clarke as first runner up and Amber Mckellar as 2nd runner up. The Miss Junior title was awarded to Victoria Snow, with Taylor Burkholder as first runner up and Savannah Young as second runner up. Lastly, Morgan Duty was crowned Miss Senior and Caroline Sapier received first runner up. Jacosha Simpson took the award for Miss Congeniality and also 2nd runner up of Miss Senior.Miss BSHS was the final award of the evening. Rachel Fuqua won the talent competition, tap dancing a fun and technically difficult routine. Shavon Miller was the 1st runner up for Miss BSHS, followed by Caitlyn Duffy as Miss BSHS 2nd runner up. Rachel Fuqua was honored to be crowned Miss Boiling Springs High School 2014.Congratulations to Rachel and to all the beauties who participated. Win or lose, all of the girls shone bright like a diamond!