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The student-run news site of Lawrence Free State High School

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The student-run news site of Lawrence Free State High School

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Lifting her arms with a smile, senior Emi Stone performs a floor exercise.

SPORTS: KSHAA Cuts Down

Griffin McDonnell, Reporter November 21, 2025

After the 2025 season, gymnastics will no longer be offered as a Kansas State High School Activity Association-sanctioned sport. This decision followed the Sunflower League’s decision to cut the sport....

Hitting the ball, senior Cami Lee plays against Shawnee Mission South on Sept. 9.

SPORTS: Tennis Serves at State

Lucas Sherwood, Reporter November 21, 2025

The girls tennis team competed in the Kansas State Championship tournament in Olathe with around 25 other teams, ending with a runner-up finish. The four-person state team was composed of three seniors...

Volleyballs in a barrell. Design by Rakshan Ossen

SPORTS: Keep Calm and Volley on

Penny Coleman, Assistant Podcast Editor September 26, 2025

Editor's note: Due to a publishing error, this story has been updated since it's orginal print release. According to Free State Girl’s Volleyball coach Jayme Savage, the 2025 Girl’s Volleyball tryout...

The Free State Football team rushes onto the filed prior kickoff of the City Showdown

FEATURE: The Gameday Masterplan

Rakshan Ossen, Sports Editor October 28, 2024

Being one of the most anticipated sporting events in the city of Lawrence, the annual football match between the Free State Firebirds and Lawrence High’s Chesty Lions brings in a massive influx of spectators....

Design by Katie Campbell

FEATURE: The Rim Rock Experience

Nick Sprecker, News Editor-in-Chief September 30, 2024

Rim Rock Farm, sitting amongst the most revered cross-country courses in America per NCAA, is soaked in history and tradition. The Kansas Jayhawks' home course captivates spectators and runners alike with...

Senior Noah Rupp grabs the opponent for a tackle

NEWS BRIEF: Opening Night Win

Rakshan Ossen, Sports Editor September 6, 2024

After a long awaited season opener, football head coach Kevin Stewart and his varsity squad returned to The Cage with a statement on opening night; the Free State Firebirds came out victorious against...

SPORTS: Summer Miles

SPORTS: Summer Miles

Rakshan Ossen, Sports Editor August 22, 2024

With the end of the spring semester, high school students in Lawrence began their summer break on May 24. While many students have an array of extracurricular activities during their summer, cross country...

Celebrating with his teammates, senior Drew Rosenthal runs toward the student section after a goal at a varsity soccer game on Sept. 5.

SPORTS: Fall Sports Highlights

Nick Sprecker, Sports Editor November 28, 2023

With the conclusion of the first quarter and the beginning of November, fall sports have wrapped up for all programs. The Firebirds left their mark on the 2023 season, and now is a great time to highlight...

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