The cross country team is looking to carry on the legacy of a very successful program. After getting 7th in state last season, the boys did not finish the way they wanted, but they have been working hard...
Lawrence, KS, one of many midwest cities currently trapped inside a heat zone, has broken its own heat index record twice in the span of a week with index temperatures reaching up to 135 F. Small, everyday...
Four Free State cross-country runners received a nomination for Northeast Kansas High School Runner of the Year.
“They run year-round and don't miss many days and are always willing to go that extra...
Led by seniors Allison Babbit and Ben Shryock with the highest scoring runs, cross country went to state. This season is the 18th time that boys have qualified and 19th for girls. Girls came in an...
Freshman Emma Yackley has a full schedule of all advanced classes, including two math classes. Additionally, she’s a dedicated soccer player. In order to juggle school and sports, she often stays up...
From the long, sweaty runs in the hot August sun, the yearly team campout and helping out at the state meet, senior Hayley Boden has had countless memorable moments during her time on the cross country...
Season in Review:
Gymnastics
The gymnastics team finished the season defending their state title for the third time in the last four years. This was also the second consecutive title for the girls.
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Ryan Liston, Online Editor in Chief
• October 16, 2014
Listen as Head Coach Steve Heffernan speaks about the upcoming postseason for cross country.
*At around 2:07, the audio in the recording cuts out. Coach Heffernan said "... not put an emphasis on ..."
ryan liston, co-online editor-in-chief
• February 23, 2014
Senior Jessica Ferguson has a great mom--one who’s willing to accompany her talented, soccer-playing daughter on college visits all across the United States.
In Boiling Springs, N.C., Ferguson discovered...
For junior Jessica Babler, being involved is an understatement. From her 0-7 schedule to her three sports, to her NHS membership, one might say she constantly remains busy.
“I’m a mess. I’m always...
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...
