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Lane Kiffin's first press conference with his new team. This marks his Official move to LSU. Photo courtesy of LSU Athletics

Tigers Take Kiffin, Rebels Chase a Title: Who Really Wins?

Kiffin takes him and most of his Ole Miss staff with him to LSU.
By Evan Perez, Staff Writer December 19, 2025

Head coach Lane Kiffin shocked Ole Miss fans and the college football world by leaving to coach the LSU Tigers, bringing many members of his coaching staff with him. Kiffin hopes to leave his mark on this...

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Student Maddie Schriener stands in an empty gym. She used to play volleyball before she decided to stop at the end of this last season.

When the Game Changes

Understanding the students who choose to leave their sports behind
By Jillian O’Dell, Staff Writer December 8, 2025

Quitting a sport means saying goodbye to the game, but it’s also leaving behind a team and part of an identity. Students often step away, not out of weakness, but because the environment becomes overwhelming...

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The Elkhorn North boys basketball seniors posing for a picture. There are six seniors in the 2025-26 season, however last year there were only three. Photo courtesy of Brandon Orgibold

What to Expect: Elkhorn North Basketball 2025-26 Season

High expectations for a new season approaching fast
By Jack Reinoehl, Section Editor December 3, 2025

Following a long off-season, on December 5 the boys and girls basketball teams will tip-off at Papillion-LaVista South to start the season.   Boys Boys basketball is coming off a 19-6 season,...

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Luis Ortiz walking to his New York court appearance. He is accused of allegedly taking bribes and interfering with bets. Photo courtesy of Nick Cammett of Getty Images.

Guardians Duo Charged For Fraud

Two MLB pitchers face the consequences of sports betting
By Ronan Clements, Staff Writer November 20, 2025

On Nov. 9, a Brooklyn federal court publicized accusations against two MLB pitchers in the Cleveland Guardians organization. Both are accused of bet manipulations and taking bribes.  The accused, closing...

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Wolves volleyball in a team huddle during the game against Norris.

Pushing Through State

Wolves volleyball state recap
By Taylin Lacey-Benson, Staff Writer November 17, 2025

The girls volleyball team wrapped up an exciting season with a 30-7 record. This year their season was roughly three months, beginning in August and ending in November. The team motto being “Finish...

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Seniors and others gather together on the final practice to take one last photo on the practice field. 
Photo Courtesy of Seth Krivohlavek

Heart, Hustle, and One Final Run

Amid tragedy and success, the Wolves finish their time in Class B football with playoff loss
By Harrison Vokt, Staff Writer November 17, 2025

The Elkhorn North Wolves entered this year’s state playoffs with one goal in mind — to bring home the school’s first-ever football state title. Fueled by a determined senior class, the Wolves stormed...

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A sunset picture over a highschool football game. This shows the environment and feel of friday night lights.

Friday Night Imbalance

Nebraska High School football needs a reset in the worst way possible
By Garrett Ringenberg, Staff Writer November 12, 2025

Nebraska high school football is as much a cultural institution as it is a sport — a place where communities gather, rivalries thrive, and young athletes learn lessons that last a lifetime. But over...

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This is a picture from game 1 of the Mens World Series 2025. It was the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Toronto Bluejays. In this picture the stands are filled with people.

Less is More

The MLB needs fewer regular season games
By Olivia Cemer, Staff Writer November 7, 2025

In Major League Baseball a team plays 162 regular season games. This is done from late March/early April through October, so in one week each team plays 6 to 7 games. With this many games played a week,...

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The girls and coaches of the 2025 Wolves State Cross Country Team pose with their championship trophy. The Wolves made history with back-to-back wins at Kearney Country Club.

Wolves Run in Packs

XC reaches new heights with Girls' gold and Boys' highest finish at State
By Channing Sidders, Staff Writer November 4, 2025

Cross country is a lonely sport. For miles, runners fight against their mind, legs, and lungs. This year, both the girls’ and boys’ teams discovered that no one runs alone. Their close bond carried...

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