Splashing Success
hannah moran, reporter
January 20, 2012
“When I’m on the blocks, I say, ‘It’s go time,’” sophomore Canaan Campbell said. “I just tell myself ‘I can do it!’ I’ve put in the effort. When the gun goes off, I react. I don’t think about things when I swim. I don’t expect to win. I just swim my race.” Even without great... Read more »
Get to the ‘Pointe’
kate mccauley, beg. journalism student
January 5, 2012
“And 1, and 2, and 3, and 4…” The instructor stood front and center, demanding the attention of her pupils without uttering a word. She concocted a series of steps in her head and demonstrated them. The slim, muscular figures in skintight leotards nod and easily execute the dance without... Read more »
Basketball is Back
kimberly messineo, reporter
November 10, 2011
Football season has come to an end, but a new season of sports is just beginning. Basketball has already started taking over. The University of Kansas has had its exhibition games, and Free State is conditioning and looking forward to tryouts. Coaches and players are both equally excited for the games... Read more »
Fall Sports Wrap-Up
emma machell, social media editor
October 27, 2011
Though most of us probably don’t want to admit it, winter is fast approaching. This means no more autumn leaves, late night bonfires and fall sports. As the fall season sports winds down, here’s an introspective look back to the best and the worst moments. Cross Country– You’ve probably... Read more »
Setting Up for State
kyle freese, reporter
October 7, 2011
With the addition of new coach Danielle Hayes to the Free State and Lawrence High School gymnastics teams, the gymnasts have transitioned smoothly into their season. Following some standout leaders, the girls hope to have a successful season. So far they have one second place and three first place... Read more »
Football for freshmen: an etiquette guide for students who have not yet attended a football game
katie guyot, copy editor
August 22, 2011
Nothing shouts, “Go! Fight! Win!” like chilly night air, a rumbling stomach and a football stadium so packed it could win a world record–but that doesn’t mean a hot dog, a blanket and a front-row seat couldn’t make those cheers a little louder. For players, the outcome of the game depends... Read more »
Cheer Captains
kim carter
May 25, 2011
As basketball season comes to a close, so does the cheer season, and with it the high school cheer careers of the squad’s senior captains Aly Frydman, Korie Reed and Cali Brasseur. All three have been cheering on the squad since sophomore year and have given much of their time and spirit to the school... Read more »
Staying Between the Lanes
katie guyot
May 10, 2011
The pool churns like a foamy tornado behind legs ferociously but deliberately kicking the icy blue water. A hand slices through the surface until the palm slaps flat against the wall, and a face bursts into the air. At once the swimmer rips the goggles from her face to see the number for which... Read more »
Baseball Profile: Cody Kukuk
allison morte
April 18, 2011
Not every high school baseball team has professional scouts at its practices. But at Free State, star pitcher and outfielder Cody Kukuk draws scouts to both games and practices, even after announcing his commitment to the University of Kansas. “I kind of got used to it over the summer, so... Read more »
Golf
allison harwood
March 31, 2011
Junior Lee York has pictures of himself wearing a diaper and holding a golf club. “My dad always played, and seeing him riding around on a golf cart made me want to play,” York said. York’s team member sophomore Wilson Hack has been playing since he was two years old. Both golfers were inspired... Read more »
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