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 Caitlin and Brandon Pott on their horses Five and Rusty coming out of the box after the roping dummy during practice. “I’ve fallen off a couple of times. Mostly just rope burns and bruises,” Caitlin said.

Pott siblings become rodeo duo

Travis Jacobson, Social Media Reporter April 28, 2017

There are few students who would think of joining high school rodeo as their choice of sport. Maybe it is the thought of riding animals three times their size for fun that scares them away. That is...

Olivia Knox destroys the ankles of a player on East Ridge. That East Ridge game was one of the highlights of my career because I scored the goal that sent it into over time, Knox commented.

Olivia Knox commits to UND

Kevin Thole, News Anchor April 28, 2017

Throughout her high school career, junior Olivia Knox has been a dominating force on the soccer field. With the way she controls the ball and beats defenders, it comes as no surprise that universities...

Parker and Cole are not just captains; they are also brothers. We are both hard on each other sometimes, but it mostly makes us want to do better because we dont want to disappoint the other twin, Parker says.

Dutko twins gear up for tennis season

Kevin Thole, News Anchor April 6, 2017

The snow is melting and with that comes the start of spring sports. The boys tennis team is getting their balls and rackets out of storage and getting ready for a successful season on the brand new...

Thole twins headed for success in gymnastics, wrestling

Thole twins headed for success in gymnastics, wrestling

Tristan Hatchell, Video Editor April 3, 2017

A lot of people think that being able to play a sport well comes down to genetics, but in this case it isn’t just Kevin or Lauren’s own genetic. The Thole siblings are both headed for success....

Senior Thomas Bruchu winding up for a pitch in the high school gymnasium.
“Obviously as you get older you have to narrow it down. I’ve narrowed it down to baseball, hockey and football,” Bruchu said.

Thomas Bruchu develops as year-round athlete

Travis Jacobson, Social Media Reporter March 28, 2017

Ever since he was young, senior Thomas Bruchu knew he wanted to play sports. Growing up with three older brothers that all played sports, influenced him greatly. Thomas now plays football, hockey and...

Corcoran (number 22) in his last game high school game against East Ridge. “I’ve missed out on other opportunities, but I think it was worth it,” he says.

Corcoran team leader during last season

Audra RIsberg, Online Editor March 20, 2017

  Senior Garrett Corcoran, number 22 on the boys varsity basketball team, has been described as a team leader.  His unique personality and big smile make him someone that people want to talk...

He knows the little thing that most coaches dont because of how successful he was as a player, Adam Eisle says.

Coach Doman’s leads hockey team, strong coaching skills

Matthew McGinley, Social Media Editor February 18, 2017

Every successful team is created from the work of the coaches. The boys high school hockey team is a great example of this. Matt Doman has been the head coach for ponies hockey for four years. Ever...

Scalia is trying to escape the opponent. I started playing basketball because my dad wanted me to, Sara said. The ponies play the Mustangs.

Sara Scalia following in father’s footsteps with basketball

Kayla Gjerde, Social Media Reporter February 16, 2017

The gym is silent as the spectator's gaze in sophomore Sara Scalia's direction. The ponies are three points away from winning the game and the pressure is on Scalia to make the free throw shot: swish....

Yearys improvements with the team have helped him to become one of the teams go to early subs. Hes a great sixth or seventh man. He has got a floor general menality, Corcoran says. This mentality has helped Yeary to always been looking out for his teammates and taking a command of the court.

Yeary shows signs of stardom with basketball

Jared Dean, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief February 15, 2017

  When the odds are against someone in life and that person really wants to succeed, that person works as hard as possible to achieve that success. Sophomore basketball player Cooper Yeary...

Seth on the ice, further from the goal and observing the game. Even in his experiences as a mite player, he would rush back to defend the goal despite being put at forward. “I would always volunteer to bring the equipment home,” Seth says.

Seth Eisele keeps hockey team in check

Olivia Weirtz, Layout Editor February 12, 2017

  Hockey goalie, Seth Eisele, has been working his whole high school career for this season, when he would become the varsity starter. With taped up red pads, Seth stops countless goals, adding...

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“I think Hamilton played a major role in his success and the team’s success,” Junior Cole Fernandez says regarding Hamilton’s effect on graduate Josh Benson and the team as a whole last year. The team got to the state tournament and ended up placing fourth. They are looking to add to that this season.

Pete Hamilton’s experience helps players improve

Nicholas Gag, SNO Sports Editor January 12, 2017

“Hammy is an awesome coach, he’s always there to help both JV and Varsity players on and off the ice.” junior Brandon Peterson said. Anyone can walk into math teacher Pete Hamilton’s class...

Jingco fires a shot from behind the three point arch during the team’s home opener against Fridley. “He finishes around the basket very well along with being a good shooter,” Hannigan says.

Jingco’s basketball talent carries team

Noah Ness, Read and Watch Team Editor January 10, 2017

  Everyday after school, and during most days in the summer, one can find junior Manny Jingco playing basketball. Whether it is at a local gym, the high school, or even in his driveway, he...

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