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

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

Free Press Online
All content by Will Davis
With players and coaches gathered around, boys basketball coach Sam Stroh discusses strategies for the fourth quarter. Simon McCaffrey hit two free throws at the end of the game to help ensure Free State finished with a win.

Firebirds outlast Wichita South 42-39 in first round of State tournament

Jax Egan and Will Davis
March 9, 2018
When I was at KU, I felt at home with the team and I felt the most comfortable, senior Claire Campbell said.

Trust the Process

Ahmed Jakmouj and Will Davis
February 27, 2018
At girls basketball tryouts on November 14 the head coach, Ted Juneau talks to the girls. This year the varsity team only has one senior player. The fact that theyre young has nothing to do with a lack of experience so thats the good thing, Juneau said.

Girls varsity basketball prepares for season with one senior

Will Davis, Sports Reporter
December 11, 2017
Game of the Week: Free State defeats Junction City, advances to quarterfinals

Game of the Week: Free State defeats Junction City, advances to quarterfinals

Will Davis, Sports Reporter
November 5, 2017
Junior Matt Georgie jumps back to his feet with his team after a play. The Firebirds scored 35 points in the first quarter.

Firebirds begin playoffs with blowout win

Will Davis, Sports Reporter
October 28, 2017
Starting for Free State, junior Garrett Luinstra scored 8 points in Wichita at the semifinals. After a tough loss we gotta move on and worry about the next game. We always play to win, he said. He has high expectations for next years season.

Firebirds fall to Huskies in tough semifinal loss, finish strong against Blue Valley North for third place title

Jax Egan and Will Davis
March 11, 2017
Senior Cameron Clark warms up before the game. Playing hard, smart and together is one of the mentalities we keep in mind, he said. With teammate Garret Luinstras help the two players scored 18 of the teams 23 points in the first half.

Firebirds advance to state semifinals for second time in school history

Jax Egan, Will Davis, Kaya Shafer, and Sam Spencer
March 9, 2017
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