Our 2025-2026 Lions’ Roar Staff

Madelyn Furstenau, Editor-in-Chief (Senior)

My name is Mady, and this is my fourth year on staff. In addition to writing for the Lions’ Roar, I play varsity/travel softball and work at Starbucks. Country music is my favorite genre, and I love Morgan Wallen and Tate McRae.

Sloan Jambor, Lyonlife.org Editor-in-Chief (Senior)

My name is Sloan, and this is my third year on staff. In my free time I work at Target, play softball, basketball, and I love to hangout with my friends. I love Taylor Swift and all rap or pop music!

Cooper Lewis, Layout Director (Senior)

My name is Cooper, and this is my fourth year on staff. In my free time I like to write, hang out with friends, or practice my photography. I am a member of SLHS Theatre, and I love listening to bands from the 90s Grunge era.

Bre Swiech, Copy Editor (Senior)

My name is Bre, and this is my second year on staff. In addition to newspaper, I love reading, running xc and listening to Alex Warren’s music.

Nathan VanSteenkiste, Copy Editor (Senior)

My name is Nathan, and I am a copy writer for the Lions’ Roar. This is my first year officially on staff and second contributing to the paper. In addition to writing for the newspaper, I am the Student Council President, the Co-President of SL’s Creative Writing Club, a Varsity Tennis captain, a member of the National Honor Society, and the Editor-in-Chief for the Yearbook.

Logan Skrzypek, Copy Editor (Junior)

My name is Logan, and this is my second year on staff. On top of writing for the Lions’ Roar, I dance competitively, study Japanese, and eat way too much Culvers’. I’m super excited for another great year of writing!

Zoey Cunningham, Photo Editor (Senior)

My name is Zoey and this is my first year on staff! When I’m not writing for the Lions’ Roar I’m either at cheer practice or reading! I love going to concerts and my favorite artists are Taylor Swift and Thomas Rhett!

Luke Rector, Photo Editor (Sophomore)

My name is Luke, and this is my first year on staff. I take all your favorite photos and stories for the paper. I do theatre (come see me on stage), debate, free writing, and various other clubs! I like reading, writing, and taking photos.

Lily Jackson, Feature Editor (Sophomore)

My name is Lily Jackson, this is my first year being a staff member in the newspaper! I love skiing and being active. Aside from school I spend most of my time with friends, family, and my little sister Ramona.

Lilah Birdyshaw, News Editor (Senior)

My name is Lilah, and this is my first year on staff. Beyond writing for the Lions’ Roar, I am an aerial acrobat, I love animals, and I enjoy cooking/baking.

Harlow Bidwell, Opinion Editor (Sophomore)

My name is Harlow and this is my first year on staff. I am on South Lyon Varsity Pom and work at Pro Pizza. I love to write and listen to music, but specifically Sombr and Malcolm Todd!

Gavin Montijo, Sports Editor (Senior)

My name is Gavin and this is my first year on staff. Outside of school I enjoy traveling, watching movies and sports as well as spending time with my family.

Carter Scott, Entertainment Editor (Senior)

My name is Carter Scott, and this is my second year on staff. Outside of the Lions’ Roar, I enjoy playing my bass guitar, skating, and eating food.

Abby Laurie, Student Life Editor (Senior)

My name is Abby, I’m a senior and this is my first year on staff. I enjoy listening to music, playing the clarinet, eating tasty food, and hanging out with my friends.

Bayleigh Mathews, Social Media Manager (Senior)

My name is Bayleigh and this is my first year on staff. I love doing anything that has me outside, hanging out with friends, and working!

Alexa Ford, Social Media Manager (Senior)

Hi! My name is Alexa Ford, and this is my first year on staff. I enjoy spending time with friends and family, working, and listening to country music.

Allen McCallie, Business/Ad Manager

I am Allen, and this is my first your on staff. Other that the Lions’ Roar I play the guitar and throw in track.

Andy Cerney, Circulation Manager (Senior)

My name is Anderson, and this is my first year on staff. In addition to writing for the Lions’ Roar, I work at Cattails and Red Lobster. I listen to mostly rap and house music, Kendrick Lamar on top.