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Ezra Marks

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Editor

Ezra Marks (‘20) is in his third year with The Shakerite. He is currently the Raider Zone Editor. As a Raider Zone reporter his junior year, Ezra covered many different sporting events and did the weekly "Raider Review." He also wrote two print stories and covered breaking news events such as the Brush-Shaker Brawl during a basketball game this past February. Ezra runs both indoor and outdoor track. He is also a member of the Student Group On Race Relations and the marching band. Ezra also works two jobs, enjoys listening to music, training and sleeping.

All content by Ezra Marks
Sophomore point guard Danny Young, Jr. follows through after a free throw versus Mentor Jan. 10.

Free, But Not Easy

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Editor
August 25, 2020
Russell H. Rupp stadium remains locked on March 17.

The OHSAA Indefinitely Suspends Winter and Spring Athletics

Ezra Marks and Ben Cox
March 18, 2020
Defying the Odds

Defying the Odds

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Editor
January 29, 2020
Senior Sam Votruba celebrates with his teammates after catching the game sealing interception. He had two interceptions on the day.

First Win for Nicholson in Emotional Game

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Editor
August 31, 2019
Sophomore Luke Stefanksi celebrates with his team after scoring a goal versus Copley last Thursday night.

Raider Review, Aug. 19-26

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Editor
August 26, 2019
The men’s varsity soccer team line up before a game against Brunswick Aug. 28.

Conflict Over Alumni Field Use Leads to Dismissal of Men’s Soccer Coach

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Editor
August 1, 2019
A baseball coach demonstrates the proper technique of hitting a baseball.

Respect, and Some Suggestions

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Editor
June 7, 2019
Senior shortstop and Bowling Green commit Nathan Rose attempts to tag a base runner out during the district semifinal last Tuesday. Hudson would win 2-0.

Raider Review, May 21-28

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Editor
May 28, 2019
Sophomore Tivaughn Robinson runs the 100 meter dash at the OHSAA Division 1 district meet at Mayfield High School. He finished second and advanced to regionals.

Raider Review, May 14-20

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Editor
May 20, 2019
Senior Bryson James throws a pitch against Medina this past Saturday on senior day.

Raider Review, May 7-13

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
May 13, 2019
The varsity tennis team celebrates after winning the Greater Cleveland Conference Tournament last Friday at Cleveland State.

Raider Review, April 29- May 7

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
May 7, 2019
Sophomore Tahsja Jackson goes for a layup against Strongsville

Howery Named New Women’s Basketball Coach

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
May 7, 2019
Multiple runners from Shaker compete in the 1600m at a dual meet against Mentor.

Raider Review, April 16-29

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
April 30, 2019
The mens team displays their support for Slawson April 16 after defeating Westlake for his 1,000th win. Slawson holds a plaque presented by Athletic Director Don Readance after the match.

Shaker Tennis Coach Reaches 1,000 Wins

Ezra Marks and Anna Krouse
April 20, 2019
Junior Jaivon Harrison high jumps at the GlenOak Second Sole Eagle Elite Invitational this past Saturday.

Raider Review, April 2-15

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
April 16, 2019
The varsity baseball team traveled to El Dorado High School in Los Angeles, California to compete in the National Classic Tournament.

Raider Review, March 18-April 1

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
April 2, 2019
Former Brush assistant and current Shaker head coach Alex Nicholson addresses his players on the sideline during a Brush football game.

Nicholson Named New Football Coach

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
March 13, 2019
Junior Najee Lockett competes in the OHSAA state wrestling finals on Saturday at Jerome Schottenstein Center at The Ohio State University.

Raider Review, March 4-10

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
March 11, 2019
Freshman point guard Danny Young Jr. drives to the basket late in the fourth quarter against University School.

Raider Review, Feb. 25-March 3

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
March 4, 2019
Senior Lyle Yost, who won his third consecutive state diving competition, and senior Charlie Gustafson, state runner-up in the 100-meter butterfly, smile in front of a congratulatory poster.

Raider Review, Feb. 18-24

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
February 25, 2019
Over 30 teams competed at Cleveland State University this past weekend for the Northeast Division 1 swimming District Championships.

Raider Review, Feb. 11-17

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
February 19, 2019
Senior Anajiah Wallace takes the ball up the floor against Euclid this past Wednesday.

Raider Review, Feb. 4-10

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
February 12, 2019
Police cars filled the north gym parking lot last night after adult spectators ignored Shaker securitys request to move away from the Brush bench.

After Spectators Clash With Police, Men’s Basketball Loses Game at Half

Emilie Evans and Ezra Marks
February 6, 2019
Sophomore Logan Jones swims at Woodbury Elementary School on Friday against Akron Firestone.

Raider Review, Jan. 29- Feb. 3

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
February 4, 2019
The varsity hockey team celebrates after a 1-0 win against University School on Saturday afternoon at Cleveland Heights.

Raider Review, Jan. 22-28

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
January 30, 2019
Junior Reese Pulver hits a field hockey ball into the air as she warms up for a home game.

Era of Greatness

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
January 25, 2019
Senior Kayla Young directs the varsity basketball team during an out-of-bounds play against Strongsville Jan. 16.

Raider Review, Jan. 14-20

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
January 22, 2019
Freshman goalie Garrett Ritts looks on as Shaker played top ranked Gilmour Friday night.

Raider Review, Jan. 7-13

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
January 15, 2019
Sophia Calabrese, Chachi Gustafson, Nathan Rose and Lyle Yost all sign their letter of intent to their school of choice.

Four Senior Athletes Sign Letters of Intent to Division 1 Schools

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
December 22, 2018
Freshman point guard Danny Young Jr. receives a screen from senior Harry Carroll against Mentor on Friday night.

Raider Review, Dec. 10-16

Ezra Marks, Raider Zone Reporter
December 19, 2018
The Raiders skate across the ice in an attempt to score a goal during an overtime game on Dec. 7 against University School.

Raider Review, Dec. 3-9

Anna Krouse and Ezra Marks
December 11, 2018
On Friday, the mens varsity hockey team gets ready to play.

Raider Review, Nov. 26-Dec. 2

Anna Krouse and Ezra Marks
December 3, 2018
Shaker football player runs the ball during a game against the Euclid Panthers on Oct. 27.

Raider Review, Oct. 22-28

Anna Krouse, Ezra Marks, and Ben Cox
October 29, 2018
Senior Grace Kerns practices scoring before a postseason game.

Raider Review, Oct. 15-21

Ezra Marks and Anna Krouse
October 22, 2018
The varsity team defeated the Mentor Cardinals Jan. 20, 2016. If we put in the effort and work hard, well make it further this year, said junior starter Kevin Bishop

Aiming to Take it Further

Ezra Marks, Journalism I Reporter
December 11, 2017
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