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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

Eighth-grader Elizabeth Orton takes a breathe during the 500-yard freestyle on the first day of State. Orton finished 11th on the first day and 12th overall at the State finals on Friday.

Girls’ swimming competes at state

Hannah Wolk and Josh Halper November 22, 2016

You can access the full results of Girls' swimming prelims here and the finals here.

Freshman Hattie Kugler swims breaststroke during practice after school. The swimmers upped their yardage and then tapered it in preparation for State Nov. 17 and 18.

Swimmers prep for State

Elise Riley and Sophie Yarosh November 17, 2016

As sophomore swimmer Lexi Lee prepares for at least three races in her return to State, she anticipates a competitive and exciting meet. “I’m really looking forward to the competitive environment...

Fall sports select new captains

Fall sports select new captains

Nicole Sanford November 11, 2016

After fall sports come to an end, changes in team captains bring anticipation for athletes who envision next season. According to the girls’ cross country head coach Rachel Hoffman, coaches have no...

Senior Kailey DeLozier signs her commitment to Seattle University for Division 1 swimming. She signed the contract Nov. 9.

Park swimmer commits to Seattle University

William Phelan November 11, 2016

For senior Kailey DeLozier, her dream of swimming at the Division 1 Collegiate level has become a reality with her recent commitment to swim at Seattle University. “I started thinking about swimming...

Senior Natalie Lorentz competes at the tennis State tournament Oct. 27. She won her first match, but lost in the quarterfinal, ending her high school career.

Lorentz returns to State

Alissa Meredith November 10, 2016

As senior captain Natalie Lorentz reflects on her competition in the State tournament, she remains proud of her accomplishment despite her upset in the quarterfinal. Lorentz said during her first match,...

Senior captain Ian Lockhart dribbles with the ball as sophomore Sam Diamond runs to meet him. Lockhart said he needed to step up as a leader this season.

Boys’ soccer seniors reflect on final season

Atticus Raasch November 8, 2016

According to senior captain Ian Lockhart, in a big game against Wayzata, watching the ball sail over 30 yards into the opponent’s net is something he will never forget. Lockhart said his favorite...

Junior running back, #15 Kai Mckee gets brought down by two Spring Lake Park defensive backs.

Varsity football season draws to a close

Sam Birnberg, Adam Johnson, and Jacob Stillman November 7, 2016

When senior captain Zollie Kaplan looks back at his final football season, he is thankful for all the time he spent with his teammates during four years playing the sport he loved. The Oriole linebacker,...

Freshman Hattie Kugler swims breaststroke during practice after school. The swimmers upped their yardage and then tapered it in preparation for State Nov. 17 and 18.

Varsity swimmers prepare for upcoming sections

Isaac Wert November 1, 2016

With sections Nov. 9 and 11, varsity swimmers are preparing for the upcoming competition through a “peak week” and a taper, according to Head coach Joe Yaeger. Senior captain Katie Orton said...

Senior Captain Sammi Baer protects the ball from the opponent. The Orioles lost 1-3 in the Oct. 13 game.

Girls’ soccer loses 1-3 in first Section game to Hopkins

Alec Pittman November 1, 2016

After tying Hopkins earlier in the season, junior captain Rafferty Kugler said she couldn’t help but feel disappointed after the team’s loss to Hopkins Oct. 13 in sections. Kugler said the hard...

Junior Rachel Laing (left) and senior Amaia Floreal jump up and block a hit from the Burnsville Blaze. The Orioles lost last time it played Burnsville.

Girl’s volleyball wins first section game

Hannah Leff October 29, 2016

The girls’ varsity volleyball played their first section game on Oct. 24 at Park against the Burnsville Blaze. The Orioles won the game 3-0. According to MN Volleyball Hub, the team won the first...

Source: Varsity head coach Ben Wolfe

Orioles advance in sections

Sam Birnberg, Adam Johnson, and Jacob Stillman October 28, 2016

      Park football won their first sectional game on Tuesday night against the Southwest Lakers. The Orioles shut out their opponents in the triumphant performance, 49-0.       Park head coach...

Senior Natalie Lorentz pays close attention to her opponent during her match on Monday. Lorentz had a strong showing at sections this year not losing a match until her second day.

Team finds success in individual Sections

Alissa Meredith October 24, 2016

According to tennis head coach David Breitenbucher, players from the girls’ tennis team participated in individual Sections hosted at the Lakeville Lifetime. Those team members included freshman...

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