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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


Schertz pins a teammate while at wrestling practice in the gymnasium.

Schertz makes touchdowns and take downs

Lucy Langmack November 26, 2013

It is Friday night and senior Mitchell Schertz is not at home studying. He stands under the bright, field lights and listens to the enthusiastic, proud cheers of his friends and family in the nearby stands....

Boys basketball players anticipate strong season

Boys basketball players anticipate strong season

Nicole Loe November 13, 2013

The boys basketball team is getting ready to start the season and they are hoping to start strong. Last year’s seniors were a helpful and supportive group for all the boys on the team and the captains...

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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...

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