The Howler

Wolf of the Week: Chris Thiessen

Junior Chris Thiessen leads the Wolves to a second EMC Championship.

By Kailey O’Brien, Content Editor • Published April 14, 2023

Leading both the Wolves in all offensive categories, junior Chris Thiessen helped the Wolves not only beat the number two ranked Class A school at the time but also beat Elkhorn in order to win the EMC...

Wolf of the Week: Kaitlyn O’Brien

Senior Kaitlyn O'Brien demonstrates strong determination and leadership in the Wolves soccer program.

By Grace Jesske, Content Editor • Published April 6, 2023

With hard work and determination, senior Kaitlyn O’Brien has shown incredible leadership skills on the girls soccer team throughout her past four years in the program. Her dedication has paid off through...

Wolf of the Week: Conner Ross

Conner Ross is chosen for athlete of the week following outstanding track performances to kick off his senior season.

By Ellie Kennington, Reporter • Published March 31, 2023

After placing first place in the mile at College of Saint Mary and Fairbury Meet (with a time of 4:40), as well as getting first place in the 2 mile at the Fairbury Meet (with a time of 10:20) Conner Ross...

Wolf of Week: Andrew Nietfeldt

Freshman Andrew Nietfeldt stands out thanks to his dedication in the classroom and on the golf course.

By Grace Jesske, Content Editor • Published March 16, 2023

Transitioning to a new environment can be extremely difficult, especially for freshmen as they adjust to a new building and mature into high school students. Freshman Andrew Nietfeldt has accomplished...

Wolf of the Week: Mckenna Murphy

Junior Mckenna Murphy made strong contributions to the Wolves third consecutive state basketball win.

By Meghan Cunningham, Content Editor • Published March 10, 2023

After concluding her first ever Elkhorn North basketball season with a state title and impressive varsity stat line, junior Mckenna Murphy was nominated as ENHS Wolf of the Week. Murphy shot 70% from...

Wolf of the Week: Jadon Webster

Webster has the highest state wrestling finish in Elkhorn North history.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published February 24, 2023

Last weekend the top wrestlers in the state gathered at CHI for the Nebraska 2023 State Wrestling championships. Elkhorn North had seven wrestlers qualify, but just one wrestler placed. Jadon...

Wolf of the Week: Karlie Efaw

Efaw's strengths in leadership and work ethic shined as the Elkhorn North Dance Team took the stage at Nationals.

By Bella Thoreen, Reporter • Published February 10, 2023

With her hard work and dedication to always making sure she is doing her best as a leader of the dance team, Karlie Efaw was nominated by her peers to be this week’s Wolf of the Week. Efaw is a senior...

Wolf of the Week: Mia Steiger

Steiger receives the Best Soloist award at back to back show choir competitions, leading adrENaline to exceptional success in their season so far.

By Grace Jesske, Content Editor • Published February 6, 2023

With an amazing achievement of receiving best soloist at last and this week's show choir competition Mia Steiger has been nominated by her peers to be this week's Wolf of the Week. With hours of...

Wolf of the Week: Billy Hendryx

Senior Billy Hendryx shows how not everything is about sports.

By Kailey O’Brien, Content Editor • Published January 27, 2023

With a winter packed full of show choir and soccer, senior Billy Hendryx manages to rise above and beyond expectations for adrENaline’s current show choir season. From 7 am practices to 14-hour...

Wolf of the Week: Makenzie Peter

Makenzie Peter shows her determination in school and swimming and is awarded Wolf of the Week.

By Ellie Kennington, Reporter • Published December 16, 2022

Because of Makenzie Peter’s outstanding performance throughout the season, she was fittingly nominated by her teammates for wolf of the week. “Perseverance is a big trait she shows....

Wolf of the Week: Shanna Hudgins

Shanna Hudgins led One Act to a NSAA Conference Title while simultaneously receiving an honor of her own.

By Mallory Ringenberg, Editor In Chief • Published December 2, 2022

Following her recent success in the One Act Conference Championship, Shanna Hudgins has been nominated as Wolf of the Week. Not only did Elkhorn North’s One Act team bring home their first ever EMC...

Wolf of the Week: Jenna Polking

Freshman cross country athlete Jenna Polking recently placed in the top 15 at state cross country, showing what the Wolves can do in a time of difficulty.

By Kailey O’Brien, Content Editor • Published October 27, 2022

Freshmen phenomenons are nothing new, and this shows in Elkhorn North, which has a history of freshmen with advanced athletic ability across many different sports. One of these phenomenons is this week's...