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Erler jumps elegantly to pose for a photographer while showing off her dance skills. These skills have been honed in by her many years of dancing.

Erler maintains a positive attitude

Megan Warlborow December 8, 2013

Dance is not just a hobby for senior Bree Erler. It is a way of life. Erler sleeps, breathes and lives dance. Erler participates on the dance team, and dedicates almost all of her spare time to nothing...

Weaver takes on challenge of Nordic captain

Weaver takes on challenge of Nordic captain

Emily Lodahl December 5, 2013

Young, but experienced junior Megan Weaver was chosen as a captain for the girls Nordic Ski team. Being that she is the only junior captain proves that Weaver has skills and leadership. The girls Nordic...


Reinke skates across the ice during practice showing his leadership skills as captain of the boys hockey team.

Reinke’s back at it again

Melissa Reis November 29, 2013

Senior hockey captain Mitch Reinke is one of the top ranked hockey players in the United States. Last year, as a junior, he was named captain. Being a leader is difficult both on and off the ice, but...

Pearsall dominates skis and school

Pearsall dominates skis and school

Christine Corcoran November 28, 2013

Senior Vessa Pearsall knows one thing: perseverance pays off. Since she was just a young girl  Vessa dreamed of finding a way to stand out, she wanted to be different, she wanted to be someone that would...

In order to be classified for a particular bracket, wrestlers must be within a weight range. As many wrestlers attempt to cut back weight they must be aware of the proper nutrition and hydration that is required to stay healthy.

Wrestlers cut back to make match

Nick Brevitz November 27, 2013

As the new sports season is upon us, you will see many athletes trying to work off a few pounds. Then there are the wrestlers. These athletes are trying to cut as much weight as possible, at times resorting...

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...

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...

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