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The Echo

The student news site of St. Louis Park High School

The Echo

The student news site of St. Louis Park High School

The Echo

Freshman Elena Mutchler, Alaina Dallum and sophomore Lydia Welsch talk about poster designs Feb 21. Synchro gathered for their first captains practice to make posters for the pool.

Synchro plunges into action

Lila Frank February 26, 2025

With the spring season approaching, Park synchronized swimming dove into their first captain’s practice on Feb. 21. After last season, the team begins preparing for the new year by making encouraging...

Senior and captain Micah Curtis prepares for a free throw Feb. 21. Boys basketball lost to Chanhassen 89-86.

Face of the team

Ryan Moran February 25, 2025

Every season before the first pitch, first snap or jump ball, a group of players is chosen to lead a team. During the season, they are set up with different tasks to help lead the team and players. Different...

Senior Nora Lindeman races along the Hyland ski course Feb. 3. Lindeman's placement at the sections made her one of Park's five state participants.

Meet The Athlete: Eleanor Lindeman

Anna Williams February 24, 2025

Who or what has been your greatest inspiration throughout your athletic career? They have all graduated now, but at the time that I joined my sports, the girls that were older. Seeing them work hard made...

Senior Malik Akindele protects ball for layup Feb. 21. Park fell short to 
Chanhassen 89-86.

The Storm strikes Park

Ari Lissauer February 24, 2025

Park boys basketball was not able to finish their comeback against the Chanhassen Storm Feb. 21. In a high-scoring game, the Orioles were down double digits. During their final push in the last finish,...

Malik Martin winds up to throw a pitch Feb. 21. Baseball's captain practices are in full swing.

Back into the swing of things

Jonah Schwab February 23, 2025

Park’s baseball team kicks off their season with captain’s practices in the morning before school two to three times a week. They begin by throwing short distances building up to longer distances....

Junior center Marty Hirte sets up in a face-off against Benilde St. Margaret Red Knights Feb. 20. Parks 7-2 loss in sections put an end to the 2024-25 season.

Last flight for the Orioles

Audrey Kuendig February 23, 2025

Parks boys hockey played their sections game against Benilde St. Margaret's Feb. 20. Park suffered a loss of 2-7, but overall ended their season with a 16-9 record. The game marks the end of the hockey...

Skiers ride up the chairlift at Spirit Mountain Feb. 16. Spirit Mountain is located in Duluth, MN and offers various activities to help people take on the long winter.

Skiing your way through winter

Louisa Augustine February 23, 2025

Finding a fun activity that keeps you active and outdoors can be tricky during the long, cold winter months. If you want something to spice up your winter days, I recommend taking a day to ski or snowboard....

Game changers

Game changers

Ryan Steinberg February 21, 2025

Why do kids play sports in high school? For many kids, playing sports is an integral part of their personality and something they can’t imagine ever stopping. While opportunities for sports in high school...

Sophomore Finn Brooberg hustles to defend Southwest
guard Feb. 15. Bench and JV players played a key role in Parks 81-69 victory.

Orioles sink the Lakers

Arjuna Murugesan February 18, 2025

Park defeated section opponent Southwest High School while playing away Feb. 15. With the State tournament in March getting closer every game, sectional wins are even more important. With some starters...

Health and gym teacher Kayla Ross speaks with sophomore Isabella Lucas Feb. 14. Ross has been working to recruit students for Park’s first flag football team.

Girls join the game

Taylor Voigt February 17, 2025

This spring, Park girls can look forward to a brand new sport: flag football. Gym and health teacher Kayla Ross has been working recently to make flag football an official Park sport. She has begun recruiting...

8th grader Ella Ludwig and seniors Gabby Fadden and Bella Miller fight for possession of the ball. This game took place on Feb. 13. at Park.

Orioles wings clipped by the Trojans

Amisha Persaud February 17, 2025

Park girls basketball faced off against New Prague Feb. 13. The Trojans swiftly took over the court and continued to dominate throughout the game. New Prague won with a final score of 75-48. According...

Head coach John Hayes analyzes the court Jan. 7. Park defeated the Jaguars 52-44.

This staff might be here to stay

Arjuna Murugesan February 11, 2025

Park’s girls basketball team has had a change in leadership this year and it has been the third switch in coaches in the past three seasons. With this being the third coach-swap in a row, all eyes are...

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