Boys’ hockey season comes to an emotional close
Maggie Klaers and Ruthie Posada
February 21, 2020
After the Feb. 20 Sections loss to Cretin-Derham Hall, Park players gathered around each other on the ice in tears and in support of each other. Senior Will Pinney said the emotions were running high throughout the game. “They were a really good team. The energy on the ice was unreal. It definite...
Boys’ hockey loses in rivalry matchup
Maggie Klaers and Ruthie Posada
February 14, 2020
Park faced off against Benilde-St. Margaret‘s in a four-point game Feb. 13. Since Park was only scheduled to play against Benilde-St. Margaret‘s one time during the regular season, the outcome had double the impact in their section standings, meaning it was a ‘four-point’ game. Accordin...
Boys’ hockey victorious despite prolonged time in penalty box
Maggie Klaers and Ruthie Posada
February 7, 2020
In the first two periods of the matchup against Chanhassen Feb. 6, Park boys’ hockey faced a tight battle, but after hitting the ice at the start of the third period, the team racked up a four-point lead. According to junior Drew Boyum, even after a rough beginning to the game, a shift in the t...
Park’s goalie corps has teamwork at its core
Maggie Klaers, Ruthie Posada, and Emily Ziessman
February 6, 2020
Goalies hold a special position in hockey, according to goalie coach Dan Nispel, not only because of the necessary skills, but also the nature of the position. “Hockey goaltending is interesting because in hockey it's a skill set that none of the other players really have. The skating techniques are different, training is different and it's essent...
Boys’ hockey continues winning streak
Maggie Klaers and Ruthie Posada
January 15, 2020
Following a 4-0 victory against Hopkins, senior Bobby Doss reflected on how these successes have affected him. “Playing at St. Louis Park, you don't really get the opportunity to win games and be relevant. We're going to take our opportunity to see how far we can go with it,” Doss said. ...
Outdoor battle ends in overtime loss
Maggie Klaers and Ruthie Posada
January 5, 2020
When boys’ hockey took on Eastview Jan. 2 at the Recreation Outdoor Center, coach Andrew Sackrison said the tight matchup allowed for an enjoyable game. “It was a good hockey game. Great chances on both sides and great efforts for both sides,” Sackrison said. “Obviously would like to come out...
Minnesota hockey team plays at home arena
December 30, 2019
According to public relations director of the Minnesota Wild Aaron Sickman, the Wilds have been holding outdoor practices in St. Louis Park for the last couple of years. “This is the third year in a row that we have done this outdoor practice at the ROC,” Sickman said. Freshman Eli Puchner ...
Hopkins/Park girls’ hockey wins against Red Wing
December 19, 2019
According to junior Erin Brousseau, the Hopkins/Park girls’ hockey game against Red Wing was a success, despite the slow start. “I thought it was a pretty solid game, we started out a little slow but then we definitely picked it up in the second and third periods and ended with a strong game,”...
Boys’ hockey loses to Minneapolis
Maggie Klaers, Ruthie Posada, and Emily Ziessman
December 11, 2019
After suffering a loss against Minneapolis with a final score of 3-5, coach Zach Strouts said one of the team’s most notable qualities is perseverance. “Our goaltending is one of the best in the state,” Strouts said. “One of the best things that we have is the fight level. The boys just don'...
Boys’ hockey falls to Edina
Maggie Klaers, Ruthie Posada, and Emily Ziessman
December 4, 2019
During the Dec. 2 game against Edina, the boys’ hockey team made a comeback to end the game with a score of 3-6, after a four point deficit at the end of the second period. Despite the defeat, senior Bobby Doss said the team connected and played its hardest while battling throughout the game. ...
Girls’ hockey team loses to Benilde-St. Margaret’s
December 2, 2019
According to junior Abby Meyer, the Hopkins/Park girls’ hockey team did not compete well against Benilde St. Margaret’s. “I don’t think it was one of our best games. I feel like we came into (the game) a little nervous and scared because we heard of Benilde’s reputation,” Meyer said....
Maggie Klaers and Molly Schochet
One month after the death of George Floyd, Park students continue to participate in Black Lives Matter protests. Rising junior Ezra Hudson said he came to the June 25 protest to continue to work toward...
Graduating senior Emma Roloff said the social-distancing style graduation ceremony felt strange to her, though only due to the unique set up of the event. "I can't really describe the feeling. It's...
Keeping with tradition, Echowan announced in the 6425 News it would distribute yearbooks June 25-26, but with safety precautions in place. Senior Rakesh Plantz said he is happy Echowan could keep the yearbook...
