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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

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Members of the boys cross country team pose for a picture with their State Championship trophy after taking third place in the state meet.

Third place finish in State for boys cross country

Jessica Thomas, Editor-in-Chief November 11, 2013

The boys cross-country team competed in the state competition for cross-country teams. All of the top seven runners in the Stillwater Boys team were prepared to give their all while representing Stillwater...

McKinley dunks during a summer league basketball game.

McKinley prepares for varsity season

Maddy Boettner November 8, 2013

Calm, as junior Kyle Mckinley calms down he focuses on how to make the free throw from the line. Breathe in, and out. He preps for the shot. Slowly he brings the ball up and shoots, swish, the ball sinks...


Juniors Emma Lundgren, Brittany Pooley and Emily Knowlan are ready to practice for the Nordic Ski season.

Nordic ski team looks to continue success

November 8, 2013

Chilling winds, cold weather, and snow might not appeal to some people, but the Nordic ski team is used to performing under these conditions.  The sound of skis gliding across snow and wind flying by...

Volleyball team takes a hit losing senior captain

Sabrina Storms November 6, 2013

Having a new coach can be tough, but the varsity volleyball team is not a stranger to this experience. For the third year in a row, the team has a new coach. This year’s new coach is Bob Fisher. Fisher...

Soccer coach, new season, new record

Rose Bruschu November 5, 2013

The boys soccer team ended its season on Thursday Oct. 11 but they didn’t go down without a fight. Losing to East Ridge by only one goal, the soccer boys kept their fans on the edge of their seats. The...

Archery team hits a bullseye

Cory Spawn November 4, 2013

The archery and hunting club is a new addition to the list of clubs and teams that students at Stillwater Area High School are able to participate in. The Archery team was started last year. The...


After three years of coaching, Labor has laid the foundation for a successful future for the Ponies. He has achieved this by gaining the players new equipment and through his constant involvement in the community.

Coach Labore lays foundation for Ponies’ successful future

Nick Brevitz November 4, 2013

Social studies teacher Beau Labore took over for the retired Scott Hoffman in the spring of 2011. He brought in the Wing T offense, which has been very effective thus far.  Labore also led the charge...


Although they have different warm up and preparation tactics, when on the field Tillet (7) and Knox (27) unite under the common goal of a successful season.

Tillett and Knox form a dynamic duo

November 2, 2013

Two of Stillwater’s most prized athletes, senior Trevor Tillett and junior Zach Knox, have impressed the student body, community and even the nation with their talents in football.  Tillett, measuring...


Super Fans are there to cheer on their teams despite weather.

Super Fans dedicate themselves to supporting Stillwater teams

Annie McHugh October 21, 2013

With fall sports underway, the students at Stillwater Area High School prepare for another roaring year in the stands led by  Pony Super Fans. This fall, Stillwater is directed by 14 vivacious Super Fans. These...

Former athlete of the week removed from soccer team

October 20, 2013

 Sitting in a classroom of unknown faces, senior Sondre Roos waits to get out and do the one thing he loves: soccer. Roos was a forward on the Stillwater boys varsity soccer team, and is currently an...


The new mountain bike team is already very popular with students.

Mountain bike team starts strong

Lexie Sherrick October 18, 2013

This fall there is a mountain biking team at Stillwater Area High School, offering a new activity for students to participate in. As of now only 29 teams are participating in the Minnesota High School...


Despite his injury Olson still plays a prominent role in football at the high school. He even served as a coach for the girl’s powderpuff team.

Jake Olson is still a leader despite his injury

Ellie Anderson October 18, 2013

Senior year of sports is supposed to be the year that counts the most: college recruiters watching for potential college scholarships and the last year playing with childhood friends. Senior Captain Jake...

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