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NFL Hottakes

NFL Hottakes

Football is a sport where many different people have opinions on lots of different things Here are 5 of my most controversial opinions on the NFL...
By Aidan Ettleman, Reporter November 30, 2021

1. With Cam Newton, the Carolina Panthers could be a playoff contender On November 16, Cam Newton made headlines when he made his first start as quarterback with the Panthers since he got traded...

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Wolves volleyball team after winning the district title.

2021 Fall Sports Recap

Poststeason success, impressive stats, and individual standouts from the 2021 fall sports teams.
By Meghan Cunningham, Content Editor November 23, 2021

A summer full of hard work paid off for the Wolves in the 2021 fall sports season, and several new trophies in the case prove it was one for the books. Girls Golf:  Coming into the season with...

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Elkhorn North's Boys Basketball Team after a workout at First Pick.

One’s up at Elkhorn North

First Pick Performance is a favorite spot for athletes for off-season lifting.
By Brandon Orgilbold, Reporter November 19, 2021

Athletics at Elkhorn North are taken seriously by coaches, athletes, and the fans. Lifting is super important when it comes to improving physical attributes to exceed performances in sports. A majority...

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Two girls from the team swimming freestyle.

Winter Sports Preview: 2021-2022

Winter is quickly approaching and with winter there are winter sports. Winter is questionably the best season for sports at Elkhorn North. There is boys and girls basketball, swim team, and wrestling.
By Aidan Ettleman, Reporter November 16, 2021

  Boys Basketball: The boys' basketball season is something that excites Elkhorn North students. Basketball is without a doubt one of the more popular sports at Elkhorn North. One of the many...

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The Wolves celebrate after scoring a point against Norris in the state semifinal matchup

Wolves Prove in Year Two

The Elkhorn North volleyball team had an excellent second season which capped off with a state semifinal appearance.
By Caleb Polking, Sports Editor November 15, 2021

Following its inaugural season full of baby steps, the Elkhorn North volleyball team kicked the program into high gear this season, establishing itself as one of the best teams in Class B.  The Wolves,...

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Heaney warming up in Pinnacle Bank Arena before the state tournament.

Athlete of the Week: Shay Heaney

Freshman Shay Heaney made great contributions to the Wolves volleyball team in both its regular and postseason success.
By Meghan Cunningham, Content Editor November 12, 2021

As one of the only freshmen on the varsity volleyball lineup, Shay Heaney has helped her team win several matches, a district championship, and advance to the state semifinals in just her first season.  Shay...

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The Elkhorn North girls golf team hoists the golf state championship trophy

Natural-born golfer: Julia Karmazin

A reflection on Julia Karmazin, her success in the golf season, and what led up to it.
By Halle Pribnow, Reporter November 12, 2021

As many people may know, Julia Karmazin recently won the state golf championship, but it is more than a gold medal to her and her coaches. The Wolves team traveled almost 7 hours to Scottsbluff for...

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A flag covers outfield during the national anthem before Game 3 of the World Series

America’s Pastime: Postseason Edition

As the MLB postseason approaches key players, all star performances, and World Series runs will sprout.
By Aidan Ettleman, Reporter November 5, 2021

  All games are important but some are more important than others because of their outcomes when it comes to placement, pitching availability, and other factors that could alter a team’s chances...

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Elkhorn North's volleyball team celebrating Grace Heany's commitment to Purdue. They just finished a pre-season work out.

Building a Stronger Bond

The immense impact of team building and it’s outcome.
By Ellie Meckna, Social Media Manager November 4, 2021

Have you ever noticed the special connection between a team and their players? It all cracks down to the love shared between the players built during team bonding. Team bonding has been a part of sports...

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The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) logo

Are College Sports Changing for the Worse?

The world of college sports is changing rapidly especially after this summer
By Caleb Polking, Sports Editor November 3, 2021

There is something magical about college athletics. For most of their history, college sports have been a pinnacle of entertainment and enjoyment, have attracted large crowds, and have brought forth...

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The Elkhorn North offensive line faces up against the Elkhorn defensive line

Football Friday’s Battle of Maple Street

Elkhorn High took year two of the rivalry over Elkhorn North in convincing fashion
By Caleb Polking, Sports Editor October 20, 2021

Long story short: the Antlers were perfect, the Wolves were not. That’s it. That’s the article right there. That’s what went down on Friday night at Elkhorn Stadium where the two football teams met...

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