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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

The boys hockey team wins in double overtime against Hill Murray and advances to the state tournament on March 6-8. The team made their way to the final game but unfortunately the game did not go as planned and they lost to Moorhead 7-6.

Varsity boys hockey head to Xcel Energy Center for state

Kaylee Lowe, Social Media Editor-in-Chief March 13, 2025

The boys hockey team advanced to the state tournament after defeating the Hill Murray Pioneers in a thrilling 4-3 victory in a double overtime on Feb. 28. The intense game kept fans on the edge of...

While welcoming new coaches Kati Cheney, Heather Lander-Perkins and Lynsey Davis this season, the Chevals hope to see more improvement throughout the next few seasons. The varsity dance team competed their kick and jazz routine at the sections competition on Feb. 8.

From practices to performance, Chevals make their mark at sections competition

Kaylee Lowe, Social Media Editor-in-Chief March 11, 2025

The Chevals dance team puts in months of hard work and dedication, perfecting and fixing their dances for the biggest competition of the season. With sections right around the corner, the chevals spend...

Coach Luke talks with a swimmer about their technique just before practice starts. He wants them to be ready for the conference meet coming up by improving their freestyle.

Coach Luke leads the Ponies to victory for 50 years

Jack Howell, Online Editor March 6, 2025

Coach Brian Luke has been in charge of the Ponies swimming and diving teams for 50 years, leaving behind a long legacy. His passion for the sport, combined with his commitment to learning his athletes...

Seniors Matthew Eviston and Julianne Kurth distribute goody bags to Wellness Day participants. Everyone will receive fidgets, T-shirts, stickers and more.

First ever Wellness Day succeeds spectacularly

Elena Majeski, Layout Editor/Photographer February 28, 2025

Wellness Day, a concept created by the student mental health coalition, was an idea proposed several years ago. What if students got a day off to focus on their emotional learning rather than academics?...

Sophomores Malia Berg and Caleb Berg perform "Shallow" by Lady Gaga on Dec. 20 in the auditorium. The duo sang beautifully together with their voices blending so well.

Winter Coffeehouse shows off spectacular talent for a good cause

Ava Bentdahl, Graphics Editor-in-Chief January 30, 2025

Winter Coffeehouse had amazing performances, MC’s, decor and all the other technical aspects that went into the production all to create a show to be able to show off students talents. Students...

Boys Nordic team stops for a picture during a ski at Giant's Ridge. After climbing the summit trail, they always wanted to go down the bronze one of the highlight trails from camp.

Nordic team starts new season hoping for state meet success

George Nelson, Digital Graphics January 29, 2025

In the midst of another low snow year, the team stays positive and focuses on what they can control. Relegated to the man-made snow loop at Battle Creek the team deals with big crowds as teams flock...

One of Trump's actions is to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education to "improve education for all." People view this as a contradiction as Trump eliminating it does not convince many people.

Donald Trump attempts to eliminate U.S. Department of Education

Cody Vang, Copy Editor January 26, 2025

Post-presidency election of 2024, president elected Donald Trump claims he will try to eliminate the Department of Education to improve education for all. However, some people are unconvinced that...

Junior Mack Morrow takes photos of the Junior Gold B Stillwater hockey team at the St. Croix Recreation Center. He enjoys his time and looks forward to seeing the final result of the photos.

Sports photographers continue to build their resumes

Jesse Maddux and Brendon Rickheim January 26, 2025

Five student sports photographers work together to get to shoot all the major sporting events at the high school. Seniors Thomas Jorgensen and Addy Rock, junior Mack Morrow, sophomore Owen Myers and...

The adapted soccer team played in the synthetic gym on Oct. 29, which was a very intensive game that tied 2-2 on senior night. This game headed the adapted soccer team to state.

Adapted cheer squad kicks off season two

Addy Howe, Business Editor December 2, 2024

The adapted cheer squad is redefining the game through teamwork, positive energy and school spirit. The adapted cheer squad is a group of students with all abilities who cheer at adapted sports. These...

New assistant defensive coordinator, lifting coach sparks transformation

Rosie Druffner, Business Editor December 1, 2024

ETS trainer and assistant defensive coordinator Lucas Garbe leads the football team to success this season. Just this past year, Garbe has not only helped the team stay positive after losses, but has...

A man poses for a photo next to his car with a firefighting decal

Jacob Sachs demonstrates life with fire department

Wesley Voigt, Political Cartoonist November 28, 2024

"First ones in, last ones out" is what junior Jacob Sachs thinks about as he locks the doors on his Jeep, a Jeep with firefighter decals all over the windows. Jacob walks in, unlike most students,...

Social Studies teacher Mike Weiss stands in front of his room next to his Philosophy Club sign. He ponders the newest philosophical issues plaguing society.

Mike Weiss influences people throughout school

Bennet Lacska, Graphics Editor November 27, 2024

Social Studies teacher Mike Weiss wakes up daily at 5:30 a.m. on his farm in Willow River, Wis. He gets to school at 6:30 a.m. and begins his day. Once school has concluded, Weiss always has more work...

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