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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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Throwing a ball down the lane, sophomore Aiden Toms competed in the Unified Sports bowling tournament on Oct. 14.

NEWS: Diversity Beats Adversity

Eula Heriford, Reporter October 31, 2025

One of three schools in the state to receive recognition this year, Free State’s Interpersonalized Skills program was given the status of a Special Olympics Unified Champion school. According to the...

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SPORTS: Firebird Pride

Phoebe Morris and Rakshan Ossen October 24, 2025

Since opening its doors in 1997 and since the first championship in 2004 for Boys Swim and Dive, athletic and academic programs have steadily added to the trophy case, contributing to a broad record of...

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OPINION: The Price of Talent

Rakshan Ossen, Sports Editor April 17, 2025

The college sports recruiting process is no easy venture — it has always been fiercely competitive and demands that athletes  not only excel in their sport but  also stand out in an already crowded...

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FEATURE: On-Demand Makes the Leap

Rakshan Ossen, Sports Editor February 17, 2025

Televised streaming of sports has been a pivotal part for fans around the country. Recently, sporting organizations have moved from traditional services like NBC, CBS, ESPN and Fox to offer streaming services...

Digital illustration by Lucas Smith.

SPORTS: The Road to the College Football Championship

Rakshan Ossen, Sports Editor January 17, 2025

The 2024-2025 season embarked its playoff journey when the College Football Playoffs Selection Committee announced the top 12 teams in the nation who will compete for the national championship title on...

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FEATURE: The Balancing Act

Rakshan Ossen, Sports Editor December 3, 2024

For multi-sport high school athletes, transitioning between two seasons may be demanding; however, some athletes decide to take up the challenge. Junior Ava Corbin, a volleyball, wrestling and track...

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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...

NEWS: The Rise of Pickle Ball

NEWS: The Rise of Pickle Ball

Rakshan Ossen, Sports Editor September 30, 2024

Whether it be at your local recreational center or your neighborhood’s park, the sight of a pickleball match-up is seeing an uprising. Despite the plethora of options when it comes to leisure sports,...

PROFILE: Weighing Options

PROFILE: Weighing Options

Nick Sprecker, News Editor-in-Chief August 26, 2024

Linebacker Parker Moore, entering his senior season, has gained the interest of college football coaches around the country and has narrowed his options down, landing on a verbal commitment to the University...

Coach Schoettmer cheering on his team from the sidelines.

PROFILE: Shine on, Shotty

Nick Sprecker, Sports Editor June 3, 2024

With initial plans to be in Lawrence only for a short period of time, JV soccer coach, West Middle School basketball coach and occasional substitute teacher Daniel Schoettemer was prepared with escape...

OPINION: The Caitlin Clark Effect

OPINION: The Caitlin Clark Effect

Nick Sprecker, Sports Editor April 29, 2024

“I got kicked out of P.E. class because I was too competitive,” Clark told ESPN.  The Indiana Fever’s No. 1 overall pick, Caitlin Clark, was not an ordinary child. The day that her older brother...

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BREAKING NEWS: South Carolina Claims Third National Title

Lilly Wall, News Editor-in-Chief April 7, 2024

Running an aggressive offense through the second half, the South Carolina Gamecocks claimed their third title as the NCAA National Champions. The Gamecocks took their third title as freshman Tessa Johnson...

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