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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
Senior captain Simon Sagissor and junior assistant captain Luke Manning embracing in a hug after a goal was scored. The boys are ranked second in the state and are looking to win in the section finals and make it to the state tournament. "We've got a special group of kids that have a lot of chemistry which can make a big difference in close games," Manning says.

Boys hockey has high expectations for rest of season

Isabel Boedigheimer, Head Copy Editor • February 23, 2016

Pep talks from the coaches, encouraging words from the captains, blades against the ice and the swoosh of the puck into the net were sounds the boys hockey team heard while warming up before playing...

During a game of basketball there is two full time outs and three short time outs. “We basically say what we are going to play next and we usually see what is going on, like who is doing it wrong so we try to connect people and then we usually tell them what they are doing so we can try to defend against it,” junior forward Emma Murphy says.

Negative chants and music distract players

Madison Crain, Layout Editor • February 10, 2016

At any game there is cheering from the band and the crowd. Cheering can both be positive and negative. When the chants are negative, it can distract the players. When the girls varsity basketball...

The Varsity boys team triumphantly pose with their first place plaque after their win at battle creek this past January 26th. (Front row left to right) junior Josh Albrect, 7th grader Caden Albrect, junior Noah Kneeskern, junior Shad Kraftson, junior Nolan Noer (back row) junior Colin Gray, sophomore Jack Lange, sophomore Brian Olson, senior Seth Cattanach, senior Sam Hanson. "We have to go and prove that ranking to ourselves and to the state - but I know we're capable of winning the state title," senior captain Seth Cattanach says.

Nordic teams face great success

Colin Gray, Staff Reporter • February 9, 2016

The cold air creates wisps of breath. There is only 100 feet left to the finish line across a flat course of white snow. In the distance there is the cheers of people. This is how the skiers of the...

"I coached a few championship teams before coming to Stillwater, and there were some really motivated girls on the teams I coached before, but I've found that even with a team with more girls who are there to have fun, I enjoy it just as much," said Coach Taylor.

Girls basketball team stronger than ever

Craig Sanislo, Layout Editor • January 14, 2016

The girls basketball team seems like an ordinary team at first glance, but after a while it is easy to see that they have a bond tighter than most other teams, and are led by a coach with a unique...

Wagner takes flight Friday night and lands on his feet to get a needed first down in the red zone v.s. Mounds View. “It was the community that we shared as athletes that, while not lost after the season, is not the same as it was during our season," says senior Stephen Wagner.

Wagner: a force on the field and in the classroom

Matt Johnson, Sports Media Editor • January 13, 2016

Consider what it means to be a student athlete. Then consider what it means to be at the top of your game as a student and at the top of your game as an athlete. Meet Stephen Wagner. Senior Stephen...

Senior and captain Claire Weber carves down the slopes. She sets the example for the team by performing after hours of hard work in practice. "My role on the team is to encourage the skiers to be fearless. to show them a proper technique or give them simple advice on the chairlift about not giving up. I aspire to continue to hold the teams great legacy as it has been held, and to also continue to push everyone to the next level," says Weber.

Neubauer becomes new alpine head coach

Hannah Anderson, Social Media Managing Editor • January 13, 2016

Last year's assistant alpine ski coach Kevin Neubauer has taken over Mary Parcheta's longtime position as head coach after 24 years. She has been involved in the program for the past 25 years and announced...

Stickler plays strong defense on the field and will be back this season to play the sport she loves. This wasn't easy, Stickler had to push herself and stay motivated to work to recover. "I kept a little book of things where I wrote what was super important to me throughout my recovery. I also had a journal where once in a while I would jot things down and look back on it when I needed motivation," Stickler says.

Stickler overcomes injury and commits to Concordia

Megan McGuire, Online Editor-in-Chief • January 12, 2016

Senior Sara Stickler keenly remembers a pivotal high school lacrosse game during her junior year. It was the second half of the opening round state tournament game last spring against Prior Lake....

Senior Max Evenson (#2) defending the goal last year against Mahtomedi in the section tournament. He looks to be a leader on the team this year and hopes to make a solid run in the post season. Evenson said, "We are looking to improve off last year and it will be a lot of fun."

High expectations for 2016 lacrosse season

Lucas Braun, Social Media Reporter • January 12, 2016

Last year's lacrosse season did not go as well as expected. They had a solid team but fell short losing to Mahtomedi in the section tournament. This year will be a lot different. They are a lot...

Sophomore Siri Bohachek climbs up a hill at the nordic state tournament last year for the girls teams third place finish. "I love participating on the Nordic team, it's a great group of people." Bohachek said.

Siri Bohachek has bright future in store

Colin Gray, Reporter • December 24, 2015

The air is cold and creates wisps of breathe that flow through the air. The sudden shifts of movement only makes everything more nerve racking. As seconds are counted down by a coach with a watch in...

The park is the second largest in Stillwater, besides Lake Elmo Park reserve. With all the new housing going into Lake Elmo, this park could be a popular destination for new kids and families. Lion’s Park is also home to Huff N Puff, a popular softball tournament. Ridgway explains, "Huff N Puff is kind of a big deal for such a small town. It would be nice for the community to have a nicer ball field for everyone to play on. I feel like a lot of people would want to spend more time at Lion's if it had nicer tennis court, basketball hoop and playground as well. I would definitely miss the old park I grew up with, but only positive things can come from new renovations."

Lions Park open to new renovations

Justin Hannasch, Print Editor-in-Chief • December 23, 2015

Where can a student go around Stillwater to play baseball, basketball, tennis, volleyball and even ice hockey? Lions Park is one of few. Just a short drive from the high school in downtown Lake Elmo,...

Boys hockey slams previous state champs

Bennett Friedrich, Sports Layout Editor • December 22, 2015

The 4-0 varsity hockey team got out to an amazing start with a huge win 6-5 over Lakeville North, the defending state champions. The team has a solid offensive structure, clearly demonstrated against Lakeville....

Photo courtesy John Diana Junior Olivia plays defense for Stillwater. After committing to Quinnipiac University, Olivia’s hard work has paid off. She explained, “Hard work is obviously giving it your one hundred percent all the time, not just some of the time. I think always being dedicated and never doubting your ability.”

Konigson commits to play D1 hockey

Kleio Vrohidis, Online Editior • December 13, 2015

  It is game day. Her peers are not surprised when they see her walking down the halls in her hockey jersey and wearing a broad smile. As the hockey season begins,  junior Olivia Konigson...

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