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The student news site of St. Louis Park High School

The Echo
Lilly Fandel-Thompson

Lilly Fandel-Thompson, Echo Staffer

Hey guys! My name is Lilly, I’m a junior, and this is my first year in Echo. In my free time, I like to stay active, and you can always find me playing lacrosse. I am looking forward to what this school year has to offer! 

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Students in the Non-Traditional Academy work to collaborate on group projects as a part of their curriculum May 25. The NTA program at Park has brought new opportunities for learning to students who seek a more hands-on experience.

Spotlight on the Non-Traditional classroom setting

Lilly Fandel-Thompson and Jana Faust
May 29, 2023
Senior Ben Duncan gets ready for his senior speech for graduation may 26th. Graduation will be held June 6.

Seniors celebrate years of work

Lilly Fandel-Thompson
May 26, 2023
Freshman Audrey Martin rolls the ball down the lane May 23. The track team had team bonding event at Park Tavern.

Track takes on bowling

Jana Faust and Lilly Fandel-Thompson
May 25, 2023
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Bringing together the community one coach at a time

Lilly Fandel-Thompson
May 23, 2023

Lilly Fandel-Thompson
May 12, 2023
Senior Sam Meyer rounding out the bases as she runs into home plate. Park’s softball team soared over Benilde St. Margarets in their 11-9 win May 10.

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Sophomore Eva Taybior steps up to bat against the Red Knights Park found success in their win over Benilde St. Margarets May 10.

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Sophomore Cora Zumbrunnen focused on the ball. The Orioles beat the Red Knights 11-9 in their double header May 10.

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Sophomore Rowan Jansen at bat as the ball soars past her. The Orioles’ softball team played the Red Knights in their 11-9 win May 10.

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Sophomore Rowan Jansen races to catch the ball in the outfield.Park outshined Benilde St. Margarets in a double header May 10.

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Sophomore Ximena Gomez Rodriguez practices short throws as a warmup March 17. The Crush ultimate team has to practice indoors due to the late snow.

Spring season delays

Lilly Fandel-Thompson
April 20, 2023

Lilly Fandel-Thompson
March 29, 2023
It’s about the journey, not the destination

It’s about the journey, not the destination

Lilly Fandel-Thompson
March 27, 2023
Park math teacher Chad Austad works with students on their March Madness brackets. Austad holds his annual March Madness bracket competition, as the tournament kicks off in March 2023.

[Photo] Math madness in March

March 28, 2023
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[Photo] The CROWN Act: embracing hair-itage

March 5, 2023
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Senior captain Teddy Dahlin skates down the ice Feb. 16. Park faced Blooming Jefferson for the second time this season.

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Sophomore Hayden Kasica defends his teams net Feb. 16. Park defeated Jefferson Thursday night 3-1.

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Sophomore Ryan Moran looks for the puck as he skates up the ice Feb. 16. The Orioles played Jefferson for the second time this season and won 3-1.

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Senior Cole Taylor helps on defense to secure a 3-1 win over the Jaguars. Park played Bloomington Jefferson Feb. 16.

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Sophomore Max Rider takes a shot on net Thursday night Feb. 16. The Orioles walked away with a win against Bloomington Jefferson 3-1.

[Photo] Senior night spark

February 17, 2023
Sophomore Trevor Moran handles the puck as he skates up the ice. In their second match-up of the season, Park defeated New Prague 4-2 Feb. 14.

[Photo] Park plunders New Prague

February 15, 2023
Junior Griffin Krone skates towards the net in an attempt to score a goal. Park was successful against the Eagles Dec. 28.

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Junior Henry Schultz shoots the puck from the point. Park outshot Kennedy Dec. 28, defeating the Eagles 9-1.

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Junior Griffin Krone passes the puck to his teammate as they head to the net. The Orioles beat the Eagles 9-1 Dec. 28.

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Senior Teddy Dahlin reaches for the puck on defense. The Orioles took down the Eagles Dec. 28.

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Sophomore Max Rider prepares to shoot the puck. The Orioles outshot and outscored the Jaguars Jan. 10.

[Photo] Park victorious against Jefferson

January 11, 2023
Senior Teddy Dahlin races his defender to reach the puck in the offensive zone. Park upset Jefferson in a 6-1 win Jan. 10.

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Junior Drew Hoenie transitions into the Orioles’ defensive zone. Park stayed strong against Bloomington Jefferson, resulting in a win Jan. 10.

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Sophomore Jack Betzer weaves through defenders with the puck. The Orioles won their fifth conference game against the Jaguars Jan. 10.

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Junior Henry Schultz beats his opponent to the puck, heading into the zone. The Orioles took on the Jaguars in Bloomington Jan. 10.

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Junior Griffin Krone battles for the puck as he heads to the net. Park took on Bloomington Jefferson for their fifth conference game Jan. 10.

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Senior Mason Amelse carries the puck from the defensive to offensive zone. The Orioles defeated the Jaguars 6-1 Jan. 10.

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Sophomore Max Rider faces resistance as he skates up ice for the puck. Park took on Jefferson Jan. 10.

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Junior Tony Kruse passes the puck out of the defensive zone. Park took on Chanhassen in their final game of the Holiday Invitational Dec. 29.

[Photo] Orioles lose to the Storm

December 30, 2022
Senior Mason Amelse controls the puck in the Orioles’ offensive zone. Park took on Minneapolis at home in a tie game Dec. 23.

[Photo] Orioles fly to a tie

December 24, 2022
Junior Griffin Krone skates up ice as Park transitions to offensive Dec. 15. The Orioles battled the Hornets the entirety of the game.

Park defeated in Edina Holiday Classic

Jana Faust and Lilly Fandel-Thompson
December 19, 2022
Junior Drew Hoenie supports his teammates in the zone Dec. 15. Park participated in the Edina Holiday Classic.

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Sophomore Max Rider handles the puck as he skates up ice Dec. 15. Park played an equally offensive and defensive game in the Edina Holiday Classic.

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Sophomore Max Rider works with teammates in the zone Dec. 15. The Orioles played battled the Hornets for the puck in the Holiday Classic.

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Nolan Crump gears up for season

Nolan Crump gears up for season

Lilly Fandel-Thompson
November 30, 2022
The Orioles defense took flight over the Lakers offense Oct 25. With a successful offense, Park took down Southwest 21-0.

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Sophomore Avery Foster runs the ball upfield Oct. 25. The Orioles beat the Lakers 21-0 during the first round of sections.

[Photo] The calm before the score

Anya Panday, Alicia Mainjeni, and Sarah Peterson
October 27, 2022
Zach Johnson prepares for a big game. Park took on Benilde St.-Margarets Sept. 24 in a rivalry game.

Meet the Athlete: Zach Johnson

Lilly Fandel-Thompson
October 10, 2022
Senior Mason Amelse runs the ball upfield on the kickoff return Oct 7. The Orioles battled all 48 minutes while playing Holy Angels.

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Senior Zach Helfmann jumps in attempt to block field goal kick. Park played a tough defensive game against the Stars Oct 7.

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The Orioles geared up for a battle against the Stars Oct 7th. Park kept their spirits high as the community came together for the homecoming game.

[Photo] Homecoming hopes flattened

October 9, 2022
Senior Jimmy Hager runs past the Red Knights defensive line Sept. 24. Hagers touchdown was the start of Park’s comeback to take down the Knights 33-28.

[Photo] Lassoing in the win

September 25, 2022
The class of 2023 led the student section in the Orioles battle against Two Rivers Sept. 16. The student dress code was pink-out — to support the Tackle Breast Cancer theme.

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The Orioles battled on both ends of the field Sept. 16. The defensive line worked together to hold Two Rivers to a tight game.

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Sophomore Declan Gaines throws the ball to senior Stefano Giovanelli Sept. 16. Giovanelli went on to make a 75 yard touchdown.

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