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North Pointe Now

The student news site of Grosse Pointe North High School.                               707 Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

North Pointe Now

The student news site of Grosse Pointe North High School.                               707 Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

North Pointe Now

LEADERSHIP IN ACTION | The Norsemen varsity basketball team huddles up as senior players, including captain Ben Rickerman, guide the team through an intense game.  “The number of seniors on our team brings a lot of leadership,” Rickerman said. “It helps have experience on the court and really helps build the culture of the program.”

Success by the seniors

By Katie McLeod, Caroline Murray, and Kathryn Schaden February 12, 2025

With a 10-4 record and a win over South, many Norsemen acknowledge how the seniors, such as captain Ben Rickerman, are contributing and leading the boy's varsity basketball team down the road to success....

Win or lose?

Win or lose?

By Molly Lau and Gabby Haddad January 13, 2025

Pro Formula 1 has stood alone as the pinnacle of motorsport for almost a quarter of a century, garnering a fanbase in the hundreds of millions. Over the years, Formula 1 has made many changes, a handful...

Quick Hits

Quick Hits

By Maria Castronero and Maddie Pflaum January 13, 2025

Girls Varsity Gymnastics with Jessica Taylor With one meet behind them, the girls gymnastics team is off to a fresh start. This year's team looks different from last year's, with only one senior,...

Girls varsity ice hockey embraces a fresh start

Girls varsity ice hockey embraces a fresh start

By Allie Mattes and Elliott Jarvi December 19, 2024

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LEADING THE WAY |  From her encouragement at practice to having the ability to race together at States, sophomore Mia Melhelm cherishes the moments she has shared with Avery Beal. “My favorite memories with Avery from swim, have been how supportive and comforting she has always been, and having the opportunity to swim at States with her,” Melhem said.

Swimming into States and beyond

By Lindsey Grice and Carson Janisse December 19, 2024

After 14 years in the pool, senior Avery Beal has decided to take her academic and athletic talents to Oakland University. Along this 14-year journey, she has had many accomplishments like placing 3rd...

Quick Hits

Quick Hits

By Finn Collins and Stephen Listman December 4, 2024

Boys varsity swim with James Gusmano As the varsity boys swim team begins their season, junior James Gusmano has taken his preparations seriously, expecting good results. Through his leadership...

Girls swim: Navigating states

Girls swim: Navigating states

By Donell James and Michael Roustemis November 20, 2024

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Annual game brings community together

Annual game brings community together

By Molly Lucido, Sage Cole, and Maddie Pflaum November 13, 2024

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Who let the Tigers swing the hot sticks?

Who let the Tigers swing the hot sticks?

By Dorian James and Phil Prost November 12, 2024

If you would have asked any Major League Baseball fan at the beginning of August if they thought the Tigers would make the playoffs, they would’ve most likely told you, “Never in a million years.”...

Quick Hits

Quick Hits

By Josie Cueter and Piper Marshall November 12, 2024

Boys varsity cross country with Paul Stephens As the varsity boys cross country team wraps up their season, junior Paul Stephens experienced both pride and joy throughout every practice and race....

Sticks up for cancer

Sticks up for cancer

By Sasha Kezhaya and Phil Prost October 21, 2024

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