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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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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...

SPORTS: Cost of a Concussion

SPORTS: Cost of a Concussion

Rakshan Ossen, Sports Editor May 22, 2024

While playing a soccer match during the fall of last year, senior center-back Utah Hester was stationed to clear the ball with a header but collided with the goalkeeper, hitting his head in the process.  Hester...

SPORTS: Varsity Girls Soccer beats Lawrence High 4-0

SPORTS: Varsity Girls Soccer beats Lawrence High 4-0

Chloe Cook, News Photo Editor May 6, 2024

On Thursday, May 2, the Free State girls Varsity Soccer team faced off against Lawrence High School at home. The Firebirds won the annual city showdown 4-0, leaving the Lions unable to score.  Coming...

Photo collected by Lucy Velte.

SPORTS: Competitions Overlap

Rakshan Ossen, Sports Editor April 30, 2024

In the realm of high school sports, competition is what brings athletes together to showcase their skills and hard work in a driven environment. While most high school athletes tend to compete with their...

Archived photo from Chloe Cook

SPORTS: Draft Day

Grant Lincoln, Reporter April 23, 2024

The first round of the NFL Draft is set to take place April 25, 2024 and will be hosted by Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza in Detroit, Michigan.  University of Southern California star quarterback,...

Graphic made by Eli Roust.

SPORTS: Weekend Madness

Rakshan Ossen, Reporter April 8, 2024

Following the first week of April, the NCAA March Madness games are down to the Final Four for both the men’s and women’s brackets. The action-packed weekend saw a fierce matchup against their opponents...

FEATURE: Burnout in Athletes

FEATURE: Burnout in Athletes

Jonah Frye, Reporter April 5, 2024

A New York University review found that 45% of youth athletes quit due to psychological burnout. In addition, a study conducted by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association reported that when compared...

Working with a student, athletic trainer Kaarin Haig scrapes a student's leg. In the spring season many athletes come into this physical training space in order to get help with their injuries.

SPORTS: Recovery Roadblocks

Corinne Kingsley, Reporter April 1, 2024

Severe injuries like a torn ACL can cause an abrupt end to athletes' careers. According to Beaumont Health approximately 100,000–200,000 ACL ruptures occur each year, most common in athletes. Recovery...

Senior Jake Loos and other members of the track team run during practice. Archived photo from Addie Driscoll.

SPORTS: Run Firebirds, Run!

Emi Stone, Reporter April 1, 2024

Since its 68-member team in 2004, the track program at Free State has experienced remarkable growth, currently boasting a roster of over two hundred athletes. Although there are several events to help...

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