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The girls varsity team hoists up their district trophy.

Girls varsity soccer wins districts, overcomes complications

By Anu Subramaniam and Katelyn Carney June 12, 2016

Players jump in victory. A crowd jumps to their feet in excitement. The girls varsity soccer team did it--they won districts for the first time since head coach Olivia Stander played for the team in 2008...

Robinson during a game while on the varsity baseball team. Robinson currently plays for Central Michigan University.

Field of dreams

By Yena Berhane and Emma Puglia June 9, 2016

It’s tied in the sixth inning, and alumnus Daniel Robinson looks up to the pitcher before he swings. Fans chant, but it’s no longer shouts of green and gold. “Fire up Chips,” hums from a sea of...

Junior leaps to new heights

Junior leaps to new heights

By Michal Ruprecht, Staff Reporter May 25, 2016

A long, white and green pole gleams in the sun as junior Daniel Leone jumps over the 14’7” mark, just one inch shy of breaking the school record. Since Leone began his pole vaulting career his freshman...

More on junior Daniel Leones pole vaulting talent

More on junior Daniel Leone’s pole vaulting talent

By Michal Ruprecht, Assistant Editor May 25, 2016

Did you read the Sports Profile on Daniel Leone in issue 15? To learn more about pole vaulting, check out this info graphic filled with the top five things to know about the sport. // More on...

Sophomore Chloe Redeye, 14, dribbles the ball around a defender

Girls varsity soccer beats South High School

By Trevor Mieczkowski, Assistant Editor April 20, 2016

The girls varsity soccer team faced off against South last Wednesday and won 4-1. This victory was one the seniors had longed for, according to coach Olivia Stander. “I was happy for the seniors...

Junior Grace Guthrie standing next to her teammates. I love archery because I love sports, although Im not that good at them, Guthrie said. Archery is something you can practice and get better at. (Quote correction from print edition.)

In Print: Archery team aims for new opportunities

By Sonny Mulpuri and Darcy Graham April 19, 2016

Athletes each have their own reasons to pursue a sport. Archers are no different. After three years, junior Shannon Gabriel and her teammates are motivated to get their sport—archery—officially...

A new yoga class for participants who need extra support with be offered at the Neighborhood Club.

Neighborhood Club offers new program

By Tommy Teftsis, Staff Reporter March 8, 2016

Grosse Pointe is known for its many workout centers like LA Fitness, Next Level Fitness and Full Lotus. The recently built Neighborhood Club (NC) facility is open to all paying members and has many rooms...

Junior Katie Snow defends the ball during a game against Regina High School.

Lady Norsemen defeat cross-town rival

By Montana Paton, Staff Reporter February 24, 2016

After years of defeat to South High School, girls varsity basketball was able to snatch the win they’ve been working towards for weeks. On Friday, Feb. 19, the Lady Norsemen conquered the Blue Devils...

Larkin and the future of the Red Wings

Larkin and the future of the Red Wings

By Billy Steigelman, Staff Reporter January 26, 2016

Fresh off the ice is Dylan Larkin, who will be the only rookie positional player and Red Wings player competing in the National Hockey League (NHL) All-Star Game on Jan. 31. He will be the first rookie...

GPUG surrounding their first place trophy. Cortney Hamidi

Gymnastics continues winning streak at Frasier

By Montana Paton, Staff Reporter January 17, 2016

Grosse Pointe United Gymnastics (GPUG) clinched first place at the Frasier Invitational on Saturday, Jan. 9. The team went in with high expectations, even though they were facing tight competition. “I...

Joey Lawnicki talking with medical trainer Sarah Florida.

Wrestling team finds success in first home tournament

By Sonny Mulpuri, Staff Reporter January 16, 2016

On Saturday Jan. 9, the wrestling team hosted its first invitational of the season, the Norsemen Classic, and took home fourth place out of 10 participating teams. Overall, the team qualified for fourth...

Norsemen fall to Blue Devils

Norsemen fall to Blue Devils

By Sydney Benson, Photo Editior December 19, 2015

On Friday, Dec. 18, the Grosse Pointe community gathered around our basketball court to cheer on the Norsemen and the Blue Devils. Unfortunately, the Norsemen fell short and did not prevail against the...

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