The Howler

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...

Wolf of the Week: Owen Hess

Into Elkhorn North’s early baseball season, Owen Hess has been a huge contributor to their success.

By Molly Bruggeman, Reporter • Published April 8, 2022

This week’s Elkhorn North Athlete of the Week is Elkhorn North’s JV baseball star Owen Hess after many successful games and nominations. Overall North JV baseball is 6-2 on the season thus far....

Wolf of the Week: Landon Johnson

Early in the season, sophomore Landon Johnson has proven he will be a strong asset to Elkhorn North’s Boys Track and Field team.

By Meghan Cunningham, Content Editor • Published April 1, 2022

This week's Elkhorn North Athlete of the Week is rightfully earned by sophomore Landon Johnson after his impressive performance in just the first few meets of the season. Johnson took an individual...

Wolf of the Week: Jadon Webster

This Elkhorn North Wrestler has had a spectacular season despite a mid-season shoulder injury

By Aidan Ettleman, Reporter • Published January 19, 2022

When someone talks about a good wrestling season at Elkhorn North, Jadon Webster’s name always comes up. This season, he holds a spectacular 12-2 record in his heavyweight class. Along with being a great...

Wolf of The Week: Sam Huff

This young Freshman had an amazing week of basketball and for that, he is our athlete of the week.

By Aidan Ettleman, Reporter • Published December 17, 2021

Freshman Sam Huff is most well known for his elite skill on the baseball diamond. But this past week, he’s proven his skill on the basketball court too. Huff is 6’3 and can do it all on the court....

Wolf of the Week: Grey Jarzynka

Grey Jarzynka heads into his second year of wrestling with loads of potential.

By Brandon Orgilbold, Reporter • Published December 10, 2021

To be a successful wrestler, you must do numerous things. From wearing layers on layers to cut down on weight, to enduring the hot wrestling room during practice. These are just a few of the things that...

Wolf of the Week: Paxon Piatkowski

Hopes are high for Paxon Piatkowski entering his junior season after putting in lots of work over the off-season.

By Meghan Cunningham, Content Editor • Published December 3, 2021

Only a few weeks into the 2021 boys basketball season, there is one player in particular who has been a standout to his teammates and coaches. Paxon Piatkowski is Elkhorn North’s Athlete of the Week. His...

Wolf of the Week: Conner Lindquist

A great teammate and dedicated runner, Lindquist proves to be a double-threat.

By Corinne Mead, Reporter • Published November 19, 2021

Not many people look forward to running everyday, in fact, some avoid it at all costs. But for sophomore Conner Lindquist, running is a passion, and he never fails to share that with his coaches and teammates. As...

Wolf of the Week: Haylee Wolf

Sophomore Haylee Wolf has a positive impact on the volleyball team day in and day out.

By Landon Mahnke, Reporter • Published November 5, 2021

Through it all, sportsmanship and effort combine to make a great athlete. Sophomore Haylee Wolf exceeds those expectations in every way possible. From encouraging her teammates to making the extra play,...