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The Pony Express

The student news site of Stillwater Area High School

The Pony Express

The student news site of Stillwater Area High School

The Pony Express


Junior Ethan Stanley has been playing varsity baseball since he was a sophomore. “It’s really relaxing, and when you’re training a lot and active a lot, those types of things can be really nice,” said junior Arthur Seeb.

Baseball season on deck

Ahnika Kroll April 17, 2014

Eyes focused on the pitcher, knuckles white from gripping the bat, clothes dirty from sliding into home plate last inning, junior Sam Kruse hits a single at one of the baseball practices at the high school. Kruse...


Junior Matthew Treacy poses for picture before tennis practice. “It was definitely a building year, and hopefully with more upperclassmen and experience we can hold a better record,” said junior Matthew Treacy.

Boys tennis team springs into action

Brinna Dochniak April 16, 2014

  The team is coached by Dave Kahl, who teaches ninth grade science at Stillwater Junior High.  He has been the varsity girls tennis coach since 2006 and also the varsity boys varsity coach since 2008....

Intramural badminton is a hit

Natalie Gjermo April 15, 2014

Yard games. Things people break out a couple of times each summer when they're bored, desperate, or suffering from a mental breakdown. Someone might play an hour of botchy ball, or two rounds of croquet,...

 On May 14, the Stillwater girls lacrosse team got pumped up to play Park in the Pony stadium. They won after a competitive game and went out to celebrate after.

Girls lacrosse reaching for goals

Megan Warlborow April 14, 2014

Walking into the Stillwater Dome between 4:30-6:00 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays, people will see teenage girls cradling, hustling and yelling out for the ball. The hard work and determination that it takes...

Minnesota’s abnormally snowy and cold April has kept junior Rachel Hartwig and her teammates indoors. While practicing indoors, softball teams can focus more on the batting and pitching aspects of the game, while the defensive side of the softball lacks practice time.

Hartwig carries team through spring training

Nick Wanovich April 11, 2014

“Statistically, if you look at what she’s accomplished, Rachel from the home runs to RBI’s perspective, has done things that very few players here if any have ever done, ” said Assistant softball...

Watry striving for 2020 Olympic debut

Danny Ekstrand April 10, 2014

Being able to work towards the goal of becoming a better athlete and improving your times in swimming takes training and the determination to show up to the grueling practices and have the willingness...

Spring sports forced to stay inside

Megan Aller April 7, 2014

Spring sports are right around the corner, but unfortunately the weather has not be cooperating the best. With this winter breaking record snowfalls and freezing temperatures, this spring does not look...

Stereotype surrounding college athletes is inaccurate

Quetin Ikuta March 3, 2014

The stereotype of stupid college athletes needs to stop. College athletes are often the most athletic, as well as smartest of their peers. The stereotype that college athletes are all dumb jocks is widely...

Graphic by Emily Lodahl.

Russian laws cause a problem for gay Olympians

Sydney Kuball December 13, 2013

The Winter Olympics are coming up quickly in Russia, just next year.  As people prepare for the thrilling events during this time, they also wonder about gay Olympians planning to compete.  This is due...

Senior Haley Beech is a National Merit Commended Student, runs on varsity cross country and still is able spend time with friends.

Beech performs as multifaceted student

Hailey Beech December 11, 2013

Senior Haley Beech is a true example of a versatile student athlete. Maintaining a high GPA through high school while being involved in girls’ cross-country and Nordic ski.  Haley gives a new meaning...


During the State meet held at St. Olaf College, Lange shifts to pass an opponent. Lange passed countless opponents throughout her season, which is why she was such a crucial part to the team.

Lange runs to state

Rose Bruschu December 7, 2013

Junior Abby Lange had a successful cross country season this fall, and made her second career appearance at state on Nov. 2. The race was at St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minn. Lange finished 98th...

Pearsall dominates skis and school

Pearsall dominates skis and school

Christine Corcoran November 28, 2013

Senior Vessa Pearsall knows one thing: perseverance pays off. Since she was just a young girl  Vessa dreamed of finding a way to stand out, she wanted to be different, she wanted to be someone that would...

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