With another record-breaking throw from the previous record holder, sophomore discus thrower Sadie Reynolds has once again broken the school record for longest throw. She currently holds the record for...

The University of Kansas Relays, a long-term tradition in American track and field dating back to 1923, took center stage once again this year for a three-day spectacle from April 17–19 at Rock Chalk...

While football is typically thought of as a male dominated sport, flag football is quickly becoming a sanctioned high school sport for female athletics across the nation. Free State will be joining the...

After playing club volleyball for three years, senior Connor MacFarland decided that it was time for the school to establish a men’s team for the sport. Amid his final semester of high school, he founded...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Following the loss to Garden City in overtime last year, Girls Soccer is heading back into the game. The girls are focusing on their strength, resilience and leadership to bring a new look to the program.  Senior...

During the past few years, the varsity softball team has set winning standards on the field and has nurtured several players who proceeded to play the sport at a college level. This year, ambitious senior...

As of Sept. 13, 2023, the Kansas State High School Activities Association Board of Directors voted 42-17 in favor of extending the baseball season to 26 games, after rejecting the proposal in a vote last...

Girls swim and dive secured back-to-back state titles on Saturday, May 20. The team held first place from start to finish, winning by 132 points over the next closest team. The team never strayed away...