The Spoon Game, an integral part of senior spring, began May 5. The objective of the game is simple: tag your “target” with a plastic spoon and try not to get tagged by your “hunter.” The only defense is a series of daily safeties, which are rules seniors must follow in order to be immune from elimination. Seniors have put on trash bags, bathing suits, goggles, and even tape their phones to their ankles—all to have a shot at being named the winner. Juniors have also been involved through numerous safeties, such as holding a senior’s hand, giving or receiving a piggyback ride, or linking arms as a member of a “pod.” This tradition promotes camaraderie and fun around the Island.

This year, juniors Scarlett Berky ’26, Lindy Cobery ’26, and Larkyn Domer-shank ’26 volunteered to run the game. “It sounded like a fun opportunity for my friends and me. We thought we could make it fun for the seniors,” said Lindy. There has been a lot of work to do, from overseeing the distribution of spoons and running the game’s Instagram account to coming up with creative safeties daily. While the undertaking has not been easy, the coordinators have found the experience gratifying, especially having worked as a team. “Having a group of us doing it this year, it’s been enjoyable and easy to divide the work,” said Lindy.

The LC Spoon Game Instagram ensured that all students were updated on the game’s happenings, but there can be a hidden story behind the elimination photos. “My highlight of the spoon game was scheming with Aidan Dobsch [’27] to try to get my friend out by scheduling a fake meeting to get yearbook photos,” Senior Sally Hayes ’25 shared when asked about her favorite moment from the Spoon Game. 

Certain players have been planning their approach since freshman year, while others, such as Maddie Van Norman ’25, did not have a strategy. “Honestly, I wasn’t planning my strategy, but I regret that now!” she shared. Maddie especially loved the peas in a pod safety which was a fan favorite.

The game developed into more than a competition; it has become a unique way for the seniors to celebrate their last term on the Island.

From wild hallway chases to last-minute betrayals, this year’s Spoon Game has delivered on suspense and school spirit. “I got out in the dining hall because I wasn’t holding a junior’s hand and Phoenix sprinted in,” Sally said. “I think the craziest elimination was Natalie [’25] going in for the kill for Jack Sabol [’25] but then Anthony turning around and getting her instead!” said Maddie.

With the number of players dwindling, we shall see who of the class of 2025 comes out on top with the spoon.